Outdoor Research / Men's
Carbide Jacket
One lightweight shell for touring and lift-served skiing, with insulation chosen separately.
3.8% rated 1–2 stars131 reviews
What owners are telling us.
A versatile, uninsulated ski shell with strong wind protection, useful ventilation and a practical pocket layout for touring or lift-served days. It needs insulating layers in cold conditions. Waterproof performance is usually dependable, though one extended rain exposure soaked through. The long cut frequently narrows at the hips, and the main zipper is a recurring usability weakness. Durability ranges from years of hard use to tearing or pilling around high-wear areas.
Buy if
- You want one lightweight shell for touring and lift-served skiing, with insulation chosen separately.
- You value generous pit zips, helmet coverage, a powder skirt and abundant accessible pockets.
- You prefer a longer cut and have enough room at the hips for the hem and powder skirt.
Skip if
- You want built-in insulation or a thick, rigid shell for cold chairlift days.
- A narrow hip area or long jacket body tends to interfere with your movement or layering.
- You will not tolerate a finicky main zipper or need large internal stash pockets.
What keeps coming up.
- 01Weather protection is strong but not infallible 15 supporting reviews
- 02Ventilation supports touring and changing exertion 15 supporting reviews
- 03Long cut often fits tightly around hips 14 supporting reviews
- 04Durability ranges from rugged to easily damaged 11 supporting reviews
- 05Useful storage is offset by zipper complaints 15 supporting reviews
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