HARDSHELL VS. SOFTSHELL

Which product is right for you?

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HARDSHELL AND SOFTSHELL?

UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS DO YOU WANT TO USE THE PRODUCT?

COMPARE ORTOVOX HARDSHELL JACKETS

Model
  • Perfect for you if…
  • Top features
  • Fit
  • Weight
  • Pack size
  • Water column
  • Breathability
  • Ventilation options
  • Price
  • Currently available colors
  • All details
  • WESTALPEN 3L JACKET M

    WESTALPEN 3L JACKET M

    • …you need a robust, reliable jacket for high alpine touring that is perfectly equipped for use in the relevant terrain. The cut, especially in the sleeve area, provides optimal freedom of movement, enabling it to be worn with a harness and backpack without a problem.
      • Longer sleeves and torso 
      • Helmet-compatible hood with high-cut
    • Regular Fit
    • (516g)
    • (small)
    • 20.000
    • 28.000
    • 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
    • DKK 4,650.00
    • Women jacket
  • WESTALPEN 3L LIGHT JACKET W

    WESTALPEN 3L LIGHT JACKET W

    • …you are looking for a lightweight companion with a small pack size for high alpine tours that offers you sufficient protection despite minimal features. The cut, especially in the sleeve area, provides optimal freedom of movement, enabling it to be worn with a harness and backpack without a problem.
      • Ventilation through the front pockets
      • Extremely lightweight and breathable
    • Regular Fit
    • (332g)
    • (very small)
    • 20.000
    • 40.000
    • Ventilation through the front pockets
    • DKK 3,400.00
    • Women jacket
  • 2,5L CIVETTA JACKET M

    2,5L CIVETTA JACKET M

    • …you wish to be protected from unexpected weather changes when mountaineering without wasting space in your backpack. This super lightweight jacket with an extremely small pack size is very comfortable thanks to the structure on the inside – even in direct contact with the skin.
      • Ultralight and can be fully stored in the inner pocket
      • Extra breathable
    • Regular Fit
    • (178g)
    • (minimalistic)
    • 10.000
    • 20.000
    • No ventilation option
    • DKK 2,250.00
    • Women jacket
  • 3L DEEP SHELL JACKET W

    3L DEEP SHELL JACKET W

    • …you need a reliable, functional jacket that will see you through both the descent and the ascent during your search for untouched slopes on your freeride tour. It is the perfect compromise between protection and pack size.
      • Loose cut for great freedom of movement
      • Merino wool in areas sensitive to the cold
    • Loose Fit
    • (596g)
    • (small)
    • 20.000
    • 32.000
    • 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
    • DKK 5,200.00
    • Women jacket
  • 3L ORTLER JACKET W

    3L ORTLER JACKET W

    • …you wish to be perfectly protected against the weather on ski tours but don’t want the extra weight. The minimalist jacket offers optimal freedom of movement in alpine terrain thanks to its light stretch, while the ventilation and membrane ensure good breathability
      • Minimalist features
      • Breathable with additional ventilation zippers
    • Regular Fit
    • (418g)
    • (very small)
    • 20.000
    • 28.000
    • 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
    • DKK 2,490.00
    • Women jacket
  • 3L GUARDIAN SHELL JACKET M

    3L GUARDIAN SHELL JACKET M

    • …you spend most of your time in the mountains and in the resort, but when freeriding you also like to climb a few meters higher to get to the perfect powder. Thanks to the main fabric’s merino wool, the jacket offers you perfect comfort whether in snow or sunshine.
      • A full lining in fine merino wool
      • Optimum freedom of movement
    • Loose Fit
    • (797g)
    • (medium)
    • 20.000
    • 20.000
    • 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
    • DKK 3,570.00
    • Women jacket
  • 3L RAVINE SHELL JACKET M

    3L RAVINE SHELL JACKET M

    • …you like to seek ambitious, alpine freeride adventures to find the perfectly challenging descent. The jacket is a breathable companion on ascents, and takes up very little backpack space when stowed away.
      • Casual and loose cut for great freedom of movement
      • Small pack size
    • Loose Fit
    • (472g)
    • (very small)
    • 20.000
    • 32.000
    • 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
    • DKK 4,500.00
    • Women jacket

COMPARE ORTOVOX HARDSHELL PANTS

Model
  • Perfect for you if…
  • Top features
  • Fit
  • Weight
  • Pack size
  • Water column
  • Breathability
  • Ventilation options
  • Price
  • Currently available colors
  • All details
  • 3L DEEP SHELL PANTS W

    3L DEEP SHELL PANTS W

    • …you need reliable, functional pants that will see you through both the descent and the ascent during your search for untouched slopes on your freeride tour. They are the perfect compromise between protection and pack size.
      • Loose cut for great freedom of movement
      • Merino wool in areas sensitive to the cold
    • Loose Fit
    • (540g)
    • (small)
    • 20.000
    • 32.000
    • Side ventilation zippers
    • DKK 4,150.00
    • Women pants
  • 3L DEEP SHELL BIB PANTS M

    3L DEEP SHELL BIB PANTS M

    • …you need reliable, functional pants that will see you through both the descent and the ascent during your search for untouched slopes on your freeride tour. They are the perfect compromise between protection and pack size.
      • Loose cut for great freedom of movement 
      • Merino wool in areas sensitive to the cold
         
    • Loose Fit
    • (664g)
    • (medium)
    • 20.000
    • 32.000
    • Long, set-back 2-way zipper (ventilation / easy removal)
    • DKK 4,500.00
    • Women pants
  • 3L RAVINE SHELL PANTS W

    3L RAVINE SHELL PANTS W

    • …you like to seek ambitious, alpine freeride adventures to find the perfectly challenging descent. The pants are a breathable companion on ascents, and take up very little backpack space when stowed away.
      • Small pack size 
      • Casual, loose cut for great freedom of movement
    • Loose Fit
    • (470g)
    • (very small)
    • 20.000
    • 32.000
    • Side ventilation zippers
    • DKK 3,750.00
    • Women pants
  • 3L GUARDIAN SHELL PANTS M

    3L GUARDIAN SHELL PANTS M

    • …you spend most of your time in the mountains and in the resort, but when freeriding you also like to climb a few meters higher to get to the perfect powder. Thanks to the main fabric’s merino wool, the pants offer you perfect comfort whether in snow or sunshine.
      • Fully lined with fine merino wool
      • Optimum freedom of movement
    • Loose Fit
    • (685g)
    • (medium)
    • 20.000
    • 20.000
    • Side ventilation zippers
    • DKK 4,900.00
    • Women pants
  • 3L ORTLER PANTS W

    3L ORTLER PANTS W

    • …you wish to be perfectly protected against the weather on ski tours but don’t want the extra weight. The minimalist pants offer optimal freedom of movement in alpine terrain thanks to their light stretch, while the ventilation and membrane ensure good breathability.
      • Minimalist features
      • Breathable with additional ventilation zippers
    • Regular Fit
    • (470g)
    • (very small)
    • 20.000
    • 28.000
    • 2-way side zippers
    • DKK 3,400.00
    • Women pants
  • MESOLA PANTS M

    MESOLA PANTS M

    • ...you combine freeriding with ski touring. A mix of breathable softshell and protective hardshell material gives these lightweight freeriding pants the exact performance that the relevant body parts require.
      • Mix of breathable softshell and protective hardshell material 
      • Small pack size
    • Loose Fit
    • (446g)
    • (very small)
    • Side ventilation zippers
    • DKK 2,850.00
    • Women pants
  • WESTALPEN 3L PANTS W

    WESTALPEN 3L PANTS W

    • …you need robust, reliable pants for high alpine touring that are perfectly equipped for use in the relevant terrain. The hem fits snugly and is perfectly designed for use with mountain boots and crampons, but it can also be widened and adapted for ski boots. Use with a belt is, of course, perfectly possible
      • Hem compatible with mountain and ski boots + Quick Gaiter
    • Regular Fit
    • (635g)
    • (small)
    • 20.000
    • 28.000
    • Side zippers
    • DKK 4,150.00
    • Women pants
  • WESTALPEN 3L LIGHT PANTS M

    WESTALPEN 3L LIGHT PANTS M

    • …you are looking for a lightweight companion with a small pack size for high alpine tours that offers you sufficient protection despite minimal features. These overpants take up very little space in your backpack and are easy to put on without taking off your boots thanks to the extra-long side zippers. The hem can be tightened for optimal use with crampons.
      • Lightweight with a small pack size
    • Regular Fit
    • (290g)
    • (very small)
    • 20.000
    • 40.000
    • Side zippers
    • DKK 2,950.00
    • Woman pants

WHAT MAKES ORTOVOX HARDSHELL PRODUCTS AND THE MATERIAL SO SPECIAL?

COMPARE ORTOVOX SOFTSHELL PANTS

Model
  • Perfect for you if…
  • Top features
  • Fit
  • Weight
  • Pack size
  • Ventilation options
  • Price
  • Currently available colors
  • All details
  • COL BECCHEI JACKET M

    COL BECCHEI JACKET M

    • ...you are looking for a comfortable, flexible jacket that is breathable for ascents and provides special protection against wind in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin
      • Windproof front
      • Underarm ventilation
    • Athletic Fit
    • (438g)
    • (very small)
    • Underarm ventilation zipper
    • DKK 2,500.00
    • Women jacket
  • SW COL BECCHEI HYBRID JKT M

    SW COL BECCHEI HYBRID JKT M

    • ...you are looking for a comfortable, flexible jacket that is breathable for ascents and keeps you warm and protected in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin 
      • SWISSWOOL insulation on the front and upper arms 
      • Underarm ventilation
         
    • Athletic Fit
    • (353g)
    • (very small)
    • Underarm ventilation zipper
    • DKK 2,650.00
    • Women jacket
  • PUNTA BERRINO HOODED JACKET M

    PUNTA BERRINO HOODED JACKET M

    • ...you are looking for a lightweight, breathable jacket that offers you full freedom of movement and support you in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin
      • Highly breathable and scuff resistant
         
    • Athletic Fit
    • (367g)
    • (very small)
    • Mesh pocket lining with ventilation function
    • DKK 2,100.00
    • Women jacket
  • PUNTA BERRINO JACKET W

    PUNTA BERRINO JACKET W

    • ...you are looking for a lightweight, breathable jacket that offers you full freedom of movement and support you in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin
      • Highly breathable and scuff resistant
    • Athletic Fit
    • (332g)
    • (minimalistic)
    • Mesh pocket lining with ventilation function
    • DKK 1,900.00
    • Women jacket
  • BERRINO HOODED JACKET W

    BERRINO HOODED JACKET W

    • ...you are looking for a lightweight, breathable jacket that offers you full freedom of movement and support you in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin
      • Highly breathable and scuff resistant
    • Athletic Fit
    • (372g)
    • (very small)
    • none
    • DKK 1,950.00
    • Women jacket
  • BERRINO JACKET M

    BERRINO JACKET M

    • ...you are looking for a lightweight, breathable jacket that offers you full freedom of movement and support you in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin
      • Highly breathable and scuff resistant
    • Athletic Fit
    • (302g)
    • (minimalistic)
    • none
    • DKK 1,750.00
    • Women jacket
  • WESTALPEN SOFTSHELL JACKET M

    WESTALPEN SOFTSHELL JACKET M

    • …you are looking for a protective jacket for high alpine tours. This robust jacket is warming yet breathable. Reinforced inserts on the sleeves and at the hips make the jacket even more scuff resistant.
      • Protective main material + reinforced inserts
    • Regular Fit
    • (484g)
    • (small)
    • none
    • DKK 3,000.00
    • Women jacket
  • PALA HOODED JACKET W

    PALA HOODED JACKET W

    • …you are looking for a lightweight yet reliable jacket for alpine climbing. Protective wool softshell is combined with highly scuff-resistant fabric in areas exposed to rocks, belts and backpacks.
      • Protective main material + reinforced inserts
    • Athletic Fit
    • (400g)
    • (very small)
    • none
    • DKK 990.00
    • Women jacket
  • PALA LIGHT JACKET W

    PALA LIGHT JACKET W

    • …you are looking for a reliable jacket for alpine climbing, but you are also happy with a minimalist design for the benefit of lightness.
      • Protective main material + reinforced inserts
    • Athletic Fit
    • (342g)
    • (minimalistic)
    • none
    • DKK 1,087.50
    • Women jacket

COMPARE ORTOVOX SOFTSHELL PANTS

Model
  • Perfect for you if…
  • Top features
  • Fit
  • Weight
  • Pack size
  • Ventilation options
  • Price
  • Currently available colors
  • All details
  • PIZOL PANTS W

    PIZOL PANTS W

    • ...you are looking for fully featured, comfortable, robust pants that are breathable for ascents and keep you warm and protected enough in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin
      • Side ventilation zippers 
      • Highly breathable Comprehensive features
    • Regular Fit
    • (521g)
    • (small)
    • Side ventilation zippers
    • DKK 2,650.00
    • Women pants
  • MONDEVAL PANTS M

    MONDEVAL PANTS M

    • ...you are looking for comfortable, modern-cut pants that are breathable for ascents and keep you warm and protected enough in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin
      • Highly breathable
      • Modern look
    • Regular Fit
    • (462g)
    • (small)
    • none
    • DKK 2,250.00
    • Women pants
  • PUNTA BERRINO PANTS W

    PUNTA BERRINO PANTS W

    • ...you are looking for lightweight, breathable pants that offer you full freedom of movement and support you in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin 
      • Highly breathable 
      • Lightweight
         
    • Athletic Fit
    • (328g)
    • (minimalistic)
    • none
    • DKK 1,800.00
    • Women pants
  • PUNTA BERRINO STRETCH PANTS W

    PUNTA BERRINO STRETCH PANTS W

    • ...you are looking for lightweight, breathable pants that offer you full freedom of movement and support you in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin 
      • Highly breathable 
      • Lightweight
    • Athletic Fit
    • (323g)
    • (minimalistic)
    • none
    • DKK 2,050.00
    • Women pants
  • COL BECCHEI PANTS M

    COL BECCHEI PANTS M

    • ...you are looking for comfortable, robust, flexible pants that are breathable for ascents and keep you warm and protected enough in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin 
      • Highly breathable and scuff resistant
      • High flexibility
         
    • Athletic Fit
    • (430g)
    • (very small)
    • none
    • DKK 2,250.00
    • Women pants
  • BERRINO PANTS W

    BERRINO PANTS W

    • ...you are looking for lightweight, breathable pants that offer you full freedom of movement and support you in winter weather.
      • Merino wool on your skin  
      • Highly breathable  
      • Lightweight
         
    • Athletic Fit
    • (302g)
    • (minimalistic)
    • none
    • DKK 1,170.00
    • Women pants
  • WESTALPEN SOFTSHELL PANTS M

    WESTALPEN SOFTSHELL PANTS M

    • …you are looking for protective pants for high alpine tours. The robust pants are warming yet breathable. Reinforced inserts on the knees and hems make these pants even more scuff-resistant. Thanks to the adjustable hem including Quick Gaiter, the pants are perfect for use with crampons.
      • Protective main material + reinforced inserts + Quick Gaiter
    • Regular Fit
    • (470g)
    • (very small)
    • Side zippers
    • DKK 3,000.00
    • Women pants
  • PALA PANTS M

    PALA PANTS M

    • …you are looking for lightweight yet reliable pants for alpine climbing. Protective wool softshell is combined with highly scuff-resistant fabric in exposed areas.
      • Protective main material + reinforced inserts
    • Regular Fit
    • (356g)
    • (small)
    • none
    • DKK 1,450.00
    • Women pants
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