Which is warmer for skiing?

The Mountain Warehouse Dusk III. It has synthetic padding plus a fleece lining, while the Rossignol Opside is only lightly insulated.

Is the Rossignol Opside actually waterproof?

Yes, it is listed as waterproof and suitable for rain. The Dusk III is only water resistant, so the Opside wins in wet weather.

Is the Dusk III worth it at $31.99?

Yes, if you ski in cold, dry snow. It has a snowskirt and adjustable hood that the Opside lacks, at less than half the price.

Can I wear the Opside around town?

Yes. Its casual styling and relaxed fit suit everyday winter wear, which the bulkier ski-focused Dusk III does not.

The Dusk III's ripstop polyester resists tears, but the Opside's waterproof coating holds up better in rain. Longevity depends on how often you wash and re-proof either jacket.

Rossignol Opside Jacket vs Mountain Warehouse Dusk III Ski Jacket

Buy the Mountain Warehouse Dusk III if you want the lowest price and a purpose-built ski jacket: it was $31.99 at its lowest on November 3, down from $55.99 on October 31. Buy the Rossignol Opside if you want a waterproof, recycled-material jacket that works as a casual winter layer off the slopes; its only recorded price is $79.99 as of October 28. The Dusk III costs less than half as much and adds a snowskirt, but the Opside is the more versatile everyday jacket.

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