Is the Valdisere 3.0 warm enough for skiing?

Helly Hansen rates its insulation 4 of 6, aimed at wintry conditions. It suits most resort skiing, but very cold days may call for an extra midlayer.

Is it actually waterproof?

Yes. Helly Hansen lists the jacket as waterproof, and it has a hooded chin guard and wrist gaiters to keep snow out.

Yes. Underarm ventilation zippers let you dump heat on warm days or during hard skiing.

The best new price is $206.83 at REI as of November 5, 2026. Three stores list it new, so compare before buying.

It works as a general cold-weather winter jacket, but its ski features like gaiters and vents are most useful on the slopes.

At REI, for $206.83, 17% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

11 stores we checked sell it, including REI, Backcountry.com, Cripple Creek Backcountry, Bike Board and Ski, BobsSportsChalet.com.

$206.83at REIObserved at 12:22 PM

17% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.