- Is the Melisan warm enough for skiing?
- Yes for lift-served skiing in normal winter cold, especially with a base layer and light midlayer. It is a down jacket, not a hardshell, so pair it with a shell in wet or windy storms.
- Does it fit true to size?
- It runs close to the body, closer than a typical puffer. If you plan to layer a fleece underneath, consider sizing up.
- Is it actually waterproof?
- The polyester shell is waterproof and handles snow and light rain. Seams and the zip are the weak points in sustained rain, so it is not a substitute for a rain shell.
- How does it compare with a mass-market down jacket?
- It is slimmer and more weather-resistant but carries less fill, so it is warmer on the move than standing still. Mass-market puffers give more loft for the same bulk.
- How should I care for the down fill?
- Wash it rarely, with a down-specific detergent, and tumble dry low with dryer balls to break up clumps. Avoid fabric softener and long storage compressed.
- What is in the box?
- The jacket itself. It does not ship with a stuff sack or extra hood.
- Where is the Fusalp Melisan Down Jacket cheapest?
- At FARFETCH, for $1,740.00, as of our latest check.