Peak Performance Women Trail Hipe Shell Jacket
G79384
- Sku
- G79384$
- Gender
- Women
Available directly from stock
A lined jacket contains a filling of down, wool or synthetic material.
What Is an Insulated Ski Jacket and What Are the Options?
An insulated ski jacket is essential for anyone seeking warmth and comfort while skiing or snowboarding. The insulation helps maintain your body temperature, even in the harshest conditions. There are different types of insulation, each with its own advantages. In this guide, we explain the differences so you can make the perfect choice.
Down Insulation: Lightweight and Extremely Warm
A jacket insulated with down is the ideal choice for those looking for maximum warmth without sacrificing comfort. Down provides excellent insulation and is very lightweight, making it perfect for cold, dry conditions. However, keep in mind that down performs less well in wet conditions unless the jacket has been specially treated to resist moisture.
Wool Insulation: Natural and Breathable
Jackets with wool insulation offer a natural alternative. Wool is not only warm but also breathable and retains heat even when damp. This option is ideal for those who prefer natural materials and comfort in varying weather conditions.
Synthetic Insulation: Versatile and Low-Maintenance
Synthetic insulation, such as PrimaLoft or Thinsulate, offers excellent warmth and performs well in wet conditions. This option is often slightly heavier than down but dries quickly and is easier to care for. It’s ideal for active winter sports enthusiasts who value versatility and affordability.
Why Choose an Insulated Ski Jacket?
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Optimal Warmth: Protect yourself against extreme cold.
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Comfort During Activity: Maintain your freedom of movement without sacrificing insulation.
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Suitable for Various Weather Conditions: Whether you're skiing in powder snow or braving a cold wind, an insulated jacket adapts to your needs.
Which Insulation Suits You Best?
The right insulation depends on your personal preferences and the conditions in which you’ll wear the jacket. Looking for ultimate warmth and comfort? Go for down. Need a versatile, low-maintenance option? Consider synthetic materials. Or choose wool for a natural feel.
Our premium ski jackets combine functionality, style, and top quality, so you can fully enjoy your winter sports adventure. Explore our collection and find your perfect insulated ski jacket!
- Slim fit
- Medium fit
- Wide fit
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.


STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.


STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- 10,000 mm HIPE® membrane with taped seams
- Packable shell, around 400 grams in total
- PFC-free DWR, made without added PFAS
- No insulation or lining: layer your own warmth
- Venting via front pockets only, no pit zips
- 2.5-layer backer on skin, not a 3-layer liner
The Peak Performance Women Trail Hipe Shell Jacket is a packable 2.5-layer waterproof shell jacket for hiking, biking and climbing in wet, windy weather. It is built around HIPE®, Peak Performance's own membrane, rated 10,000 mm water column and 10,000 g/m2/24h breathability, with fully taped seams. The whole jacket weighs about 400 grams and packs away, so it can live in your pack until the weather turns.
Who is the Trail Hipe Shell Jacket for?
This is the jacket for a woman who wants one light waterproof layer for changeable mountain days and who brings her own warmth underneath. It has no insulation and no textile lining, so it is not a jacket for standing still in the cold on its own. It also carries no ski-specific features: no powder skirt, no lift-pass pocket and no RECCO reflector, which rules it out for deep-snow riding.
How waterproof and breathable is the Peak Performance Trail Hipe Shell Jacket?
The HIPE® membrane is rated 10,000 mm water column and 10,000 g/m2/24h moisture vapour transmission, and every seam is taped. Those are mid-level figures: they handle showers, drizzle and normal mountain weather well, and they reach their limit in sustained heavy rain or on very high-output efforts. Air exchange comes from the ventilated front pockets rather than full underarm zips. The PFC-free durable water repellent finish keeps the face fabric from wetting out.
Which size should you choose in the Trail Hipe Shell Jacket?
The Trail Hipe Shell Jacket has a regular cut, with articulated sleeves, an adjustable hem drawcord and velcro cuff straps. Regular leaves room for a base layer and a thin midlayer underneath without flapping. Check your chest and sleeve measurements against the Peak Performance size chart on this page before ordering. Available in S, M, L and XL, with availability varying per colour.
What does the 2.5-layer HIPE® construction in this jacket actually do?
A 2.5-layer build means the Peak Performance Women Trail Hipe Shell Jacket has a face fabric, the HIPE® polyurethane membrane, and a thin printed polyurethane backer instead of a separate textile liner. That is the reason the jacket weighs around 400 grams and compresses into its own packable form. The trade-off is real: a polyurethane backer sits less pleasantly against bare skin than the knit liner of a three-layer shell, and it is less resistant to abrasion. The fabric has a 2-way stretch, which keeps the shoulders free when you reach overhead. Closure is a reversed YKK coil zipper running the full front length, with a helmet-compatible hood that adjusts for width.
Is the Trail Hipe Shell Jacket suitable for hiking, biking and climbing?
Hiking in wet and windy weather is what this shell jacket is built for. It stuffs into a daypack, comes out when the front arrives, and the articulated sleeves and 2-way stretch follow you on steep ground and on the bike. The hood takes a climbing or cycling helmet and can be pulled in at the sides. Where it stops: ventilation is limited to the zipped front pockets, so on a hard uphill push in mild temperatures you will be warmer than in a jacket with full underarm zips. It is also not the jacket for hauling loads or scrambling against rock, where the lightweight 2.5-layer fabric takes more wear than it was designed for.
What is the Trail Hipe Shell Jacket made of and how do you wash it?
The face fabric of the Peak Performance Women Trail Hipe Shell Jacket is 51% recycled polyester and 49% polyester, bonded to a 100% polyurethane membrane and a 100% polyurethane backer. Machine wash at 40°C on a delicate cycle with similar colours, zippers closed. Use a technical detergent rather than a standard one: it keeps the water repellent treatment working and avoids the residue that makes a membrane feel clammy. Skip fabric softener entirely. Tumble dry on low or line dry in the shade, iron cool if needed, and never over a print. No bleach, no dry cleaning, no professional wet cleaning.
How sustainable is this Peak Performance shell jacket?
The water repellent treatment on the Trail Hipe Shell Jacket is PFC-free, and the jacket is made without intentionally added PFAS. Just over half of the face fabric, 51%, is recycled polyester. Washing it with a technical detergent and re-proofing when water stops beading is the most effective way to keep it in use for longer.
- 2.5-layer construction with HIPE® membrane
- Water column 10,000 mm
- Breathability 10,000 g/m2/24h
- Taped seams
- Hood compatible with a range of helmet types
- One-way width-adjustable hood
- Full front closure with reversed YKK coil zipper
- Zippered hand pockets
- Front pockets with ventilation
- Adjustable drawcord at hem
- Adjustable sleeve hem with velcro straps
- Articulated sleeves
- 2-way stretch fabric
- Packable, approximately 400 grams
- Shell face: 51% recycled polyester, 49% polyester
- Shell membrane: 100% polyurethane (HIPE®)
- Shell backer (2.5-layer): 100% polyurethane




