Which is warmer, the Ruby or the Wispile?

The Ruby uses 100% down fill rated heavyweight, which gives more warmth per ounce in dry cold. The Wispile uses 100g body / 80g sleeve synthetic, which is warm but keeps working when wet.

Which jacket is better for wet snow?

The Wispile. It has a 20,000/15,000 membrane, critically taped seams and watertight zippers. The Ruby is waterproof but lists no membrane rating or taped seams.

Is the Wispile worth the extra $77?

If you ski in storms and wet snow, yes. The powder skirt, vents, taped seams and synthetic fill are real ski features. For cold dry days and town wear, the Ruby covers it for less.

Both are durable nylon or polyester shells. Down in the Ruby can clump if it gets soaked and needs careful drying. Synthetic fill in the Wispile tolerates moisture better over time.

Which fits bulkier layers underneath?

The Ruby has a relaxed fit, so it layers over sweaters more easily. The Wispile has a tailored classic fit built for skiing, so size up if you plan to layer heavily.

Yes, both have a hood. The Wispile's hood is part of its storm protection; the Ruby's hood is fixed to a casual puffer design.

North Face Women's Ruby Jacket vs Rossignol Wispile Puffy Ski Jacket

Buy the North Face Ruby for cold, dry resort days and casual winter wear; it has 100% down fill, a two-way zipper and a relaxed fit, at $243 at Zappos as of November 8, 2026. Buy the Rossignol Wispile for wet snow, storm days and active skiing; its 20,000/15,000 membrane, taped seams, powder skirt and underarm vents are built for the mountain, at $319.95 at ExploreVI as of November 8, 2026. The Ruby is about $77 cheaper at the latest listed prices, but the Wispile does more in bad weather.

Today the North Face Women's Ruby Jacket costs $36.85 less at its best price.

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