Melrakki Men's Hardshell Ski Jacket

Video showing Melrakki fit, sizing and features

SKJOLDR™ is a proprietary hard shell developed by Jöttnar in conjunction with leading Japanese textile scientists and fabric mills.

Large side-entry pockets with YKK® AquaGuard® coil water repellent laminated zips; harness and rucksack compatible.

Secure internal storage for phones and other valuables.

cut to allow comfortable layering underneath.

RECCO® Rescue System reflector for improved backcountry safety.

RECCO® Rescue System reflector integrated into hood.

Zip-out elasticated powder skirt provides seal in deep powder.

Large internal dump pocket for hats, goggles and gloves.

Waterproof, windproof, highly breathable, 3 layer, 80 denier Jöttnar SKJOLDR™.

Internal valuables stretch pocket will accommodate most smartphones; large internal mesh dump pockets for hats, gloves, goggles and skins.

Scooped rear hem for optimal protection.

No-loop, anti-snag, glove compatible hem draw cords.

YKK® AquaGuard® coil water repellent pit zips for quick ventilation.

Hypalon® cuff tabs with elasticated cinch; super sticky VELCRO™ with triple reinforced stitching.

Design & Construction

Fabric
Waterproof, windproof, highly breathable, 3 layer, 80 denier Jöttnar SKJOLDR™

SKJOLDR™ is a proprietary hard shell developed by Jöttnar in conjunction with leading Japanese textile scientists and fabric mills

DWR coating

Fit
Streamlined, articulated cut allows layering underneath

Scoop drop back hem

Logo
Embroidered chest and rear hood logos

Colours
Nightshadow/Orion Blue

Oat/Orion Blue

Sizes

S, M, L, XL

Features & Components

Hood
Wire stiffened with moldable laminated peak

Cuffs
Hypalon® tabs

Super sticky VELCRO™ with triple reinforced stitching

Elasticated cinch

Draw Cords
No loop, anti-snag, glove compatible hem draw cords.

Glove compatible elastic hood draw cords and cinch

Pockets
Large harness and rucksack compatible hand pockets

Internal valuables stretch pocket will accommodate most smartphones

Large internal mesh dump pocket for hats, gloves, goggles and skins

Zips
YKK® AquaGuard® coil water repellent laminated hand pocket zips

YKK® AquaGuard® VISLON® water repellent front zip with internal storm gasket

YKK® AquaGuard® coil water repellent pit zips for cooling

Safety and Comfort Features
RECCO® Rescue System reflector

Internal elasticated removable (zip out) powder skirt

Soft internal neck guard

Beard guard

YKK® AquaGuard® coil water repellent underarm zips for cooling when working hard

Technical & Care

Weight
692g / 24.4 oz. (men’s medium including powder skirt)

Fabric Weight
Jöttnar SKJOLDR™ 171g/m²

Hydrostatic head
20,000mm minimum

Breathability ratings
20,000g/m2/24h

Wash Care Instructions

Machine wash at 30°c - gentle wash

Do not dry clean

Do not iron

Do not tumble dry

Do Not Bleach

Top drawer

Ordered this for my up incoming skiing trip. Albeit I’ve not yet used I can just see feel the quality of the jacket can’t wait now for the snow

Not been able to test Skjoldr yet!

Jottnar have asked me to review the Melrakki (weren't they in GoT?) ski jacket which I bought in the sale a couple of weeks ago. I bought the jacket for use on two upcoming ski trips but almost as soon as it arrived both trips were cancelled due to Covid-19. Hence I have not been able to try the jacket in any mountain conditions. It does have the high standard of construction I expect from Jottnar and that is the only basis for my 5 star rating above.

One thing I would mention is the sizing. I have an original Neoshell Bergelmir which I bought in a local shop some years ago. They only had a Large in stock but it was not excessively large on me, particularly with winter layers underneath. I am a Medium in most makes so I went for the medium in the Melrakki. I have to say that the sizing of this jacket is generous to say the least, and I probably should have gone for the Small. Certainly for Spring skiing, when I am unlikely to wear bulky underlayers, I suspect that it will be too big.

Looks like it will be next year (with any luck) before I get to try it on the mountain. Not sure that I would have happily parted with £595 but at the sale price of £385 it was competitive with e.g. Arcteryx. and not quite so minimalist. although I would have liked an additional inside pocket.