Scott Jacket M's Explorair 3L - Men's backcountry ski jacket

At a glance

A good fit if …

you want a three-layer construction with underarm ventilation for ski touring
you’re looking for a regular-fit jacket with a snow skirt

Less so if …

you’re looking for a jacket for every kind of weather according to this adviser’s requirements: at 15,000 mm, the Explorair 3L falls below the higher hydrostatic-head level

Which size fits?

Chest

Enter centimetres, the answer appears straight away. Chest: put the tape under the arms around the widest part of the chest.

Size chart

Size	Chest (cm)
S	92–96
M	96–102
L	102–108
XL	108–114
XXL	114–121

Based on the Scott size chart. A starting point: cuts vary.

How good is it?compared with the Ski jackets in our Ski jacket advisor

WarmthShell for layering

Hydrostatic headlow15,000 mm

Material: 3 layers; membrane: DRYOsphere
Insulation: no insulation
Breathability: MVTR 10,000 g/m²/24 h (JIS L 1099 B1)
Fit: Regular
Weight: 550 g

Assessment by the SportFits advisors

How do we know?

From the details in the shop and from the manufacturer. The rating compares the Ski jackets in our Ski jacket advisor.

Description

The waterproof, three-layer Explorair 3L from Scott keeps you dry in the rain: an unlined men's jacket for everyday wear, travel and hiking. You choose how warm it is with the layer underneath.

Protection from rain and wind

The three-layer fabric has a 15,000 mm waterproof rating, with a PFC-free finish that lets rain bead off the surface. Breathability of 10,000 g/m² in 24 hours keeps the inside drier when you sweat. The adjustable hood and hook-and-loop cuffs seal out wind and water.

Air on the climbs

Underarm zips let heat escape quickly when you are climbing or standing on a crowded train. The full-length two-way zip can also be opened from below.

A layer for every kind of weather

At 550 g, the jacket feels light, and you can add a warm midlayer underneath when it gets cold. There is a ski pass pocket on the sleeve, a goggle pocket inside and a powder skirt to keep snow out if you wear it on the piste too. The Explorair Light with 2.5 layers is lighter and packs into its own pocket.

Product details

Fit

Closure: full-length two-way front zip
Sizes: S to XXL

Features

Features: waterproof
Hood: adjustable
Ventilation: underarm zips
Features: powder skirt; detachable goggle cleaning cloth

Use

Made for: Men

Further details

Ideal for: Everyday wear, travel, hiking
Outer finish: DWR finish without PFCs
Waterproof rating: 15,000 mm
Pockets: two zipped front pockets; sleeve ski pass pocket; inside goggle pocket
Adjustment: adjustable hook-and-loop cuffs

Care & repair

Care instructions: Machine wash: Synthetic programme/fine wash, easy care (max. 30 °C); Do not bleach; Tumble dry on low temperature (low setting); Do not iron; Do not dry clean; Do not use fabric softener; Follow washing and care instructions carefully to support and maintain the water-repellent properties of the clothing
Care: gentle wash at up to 30 °C; do not bleach; gentle tumble dry; do not iron; do not dry clean; no fabric softener

Item #: 23-4226038359010
Manufacturer: Manufacturer information

Or a different one?

	This product Explorair 3L Waterproof 3-layer men's jacket with a 15,000 mm waterproof rating and underarm ventilation, for everyday wear, travel and hiking. 240.45€	PopularAlpha 4.0 Ski Jacket4-way stretch, H2Flow ventilation, synthetic insulation311.85€	Lightly insulatedSwift Team Insulated Ski JacketLight PrimaLoft insulation, stretch zones, underarm ventilation239.85€
Warmth	Shell for layering	Lightly insulated	Lightly insulated
Construction	3-layer	2-layer	2-layer
Membrane	DRYOsphere	HELLY TECH Professional	HELLY TECH Performance
Fit	Regular	–	Regular
Good for	All-mountain	Piste	Piste

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Size chart

Sizes are given in INT sizes on the article's page Your selection is highlighted.

INT	EU	DE	IT	FR	Chest(cm)	Waist(cm)	Hips(cm)
XS	42-44	42-44	48-50	36	86-92	71-76	86,5-91,5
S	44-46	44-46	50-52	38	92-96	76-81	91,5-96,5
M	46-48	46-48	52-54	40	96-102	81-86,5	96,5-101,5
L	50-52	50-52	56-58	42	102-108	86,5-91,5	101,5-106,5
XL	54-56	54-56	60-62	44	108-114	91,5-99	106,5-111,5
XXL	58	58	64	46	114-121	99-106,5	111,5-117

How to measure

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1. Chest:
Measure the circumference at the widest part of the chest (under the armpits)
2. Waist:
Measured the waist circumference below the navel. The measuring tape should not constrict the belly keeping the tape horizontal around the body.
3. Hips:
Measure the hips circumference at the fullest part of the seat keeping the tape horizontal around the body.