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Jumping on and off a chairlift to ride up and down a mountain is surely cyclical. The Burton AK GORE-TEX Cyclic Jacket embraces those cyclical times where the conditions are unpredictable and yet redundant all the same. With its 2-layer GORE-TEX face fabric can handle extremely harsh conditions, sealing you off from icy wind and pillowy powder. A StormForm Contour Hood fits over helmets and your head, keeping you shielded from snowfall. The Burton AK GORE-TEX Cyclic Jacket works like a weapon, allowing you to fend off snowfall.
Forest Night, Mountaineer, & Maui Sunset Colorways – 2-Layer Dobby Fabric
All Other Colorways – 2-Layer Plain Weave Fabric
GORE-TEX 2L – Ideal for a wide range of outdoor activites, the GORE-TEX Membrane is bonded to the outer fabric only. The benefit: the separate lining inside improves wearing comfort and versatility.
Shell Mapped with Engineered Soft Taffeta + Closed Cell Mesh Lining
Articulated Fit – A performance-oriented fit, articulated fit with cutlines and patterning engineered to mimic the body's natural flex while riding and hiking. The result is a higher degree of mobility that enhances the function-first design and style of [ak].
Zippered Chest Pocket
Ergonomic Water-Repellent Zip-Out Stretch Waist Gaiter with Jacket-to-Pant Interface – Engineered for the movements of snowboarding, this ergonomic waist gaiter seals out snow and cold like never before, and is removable for customizing performance. The longer back creates an ergonomic fit, articulating with your body for an interface that stays locked in all day long.
Powder Gasket Cuffs
YKK® Matte Water-Resistant Zippers – The entire [ak] outerwear line features custom-branded YKK® matte water-resistant zippers for smoother performance, better drape, a cleaner finish, increased strength, and superior protection from the elements.
StormForm Fulltime Contour™ Hood – No two heads are alike, but the new design of the StormForm Hood masters the many elements of protection and fit precision. The contoured shape fits perfectly over helmets and integrates seamlessly with goggles, while still allowing space for neck gaiters and clavas. Enhanced biomechanics move rotationally without creating frontside or backside blind spots.
Micro Adjust Rear Hood Cinch – This rugged, quick-releasing cord lock is designed for maximum tightening power and resilience throughout the lifetime of the jacket. A quick pull of the glove-friendly shock cord is all it takes to easily tighten your hood and fine-tune the fit for a tight snow and wind-blocking seal.
Fully Taped Seams with GORE-SEAM® Tape – GORE’s unique seam sealant tape seals each and every seam to provide a completely waterproof and liquid resistant fabric.
Breathability Rating (g) | Breathability Level | Activity Level |
0 - 10000 | Low to moderate breathability | Resort skiing & snowboarding / walking / low intensity activity |
11000 - 15000 | Moderate breathability | Resort skiing & snowboarding / hiking / moderate intensity activity |
16000 - 20000 | High breathability | Backcountry skiing & snowboarding / backpacking / moderate to high intensity activity |
21000+ | Very high breathability | Backcountry skiing & snowboarding / biking / high intensity activity |
Under your strong-willed shell you're going to need a mid-layer that does a lot of the heavy lifting (in a lightweight way) when it comes to warding off the cold. The Burton AK BK Lite Insulator Jacket can and will do that heavy lifting. With a stretchy Ripstop down-proof and water-repellent fabric as well as stretch insulation, you won't be restricted. Zippered chest pockets and completely packable into the wear's left hand pocket, the Burton AK BK Lite Insulator Jacket keeps all of your necessities near by.
Stretch Lightweight 20D Ripstop Down-Proof Water-Repellent Coated Fabric
bluesign® Approved Fabrics – As riders, we're all invested in ensuring healthy winders and snowfall for years to come. As a brand, that means getting a grip on how Burton's products affect the world they play it in. The bluesign® system unites the entire supply chain to reduce impact on both humans and the planet, bluesign® approved materials are guaranteed to use only safe chemicals and are manufactured to meet the highest standards of natural resource conservation, consumer and worker health, and clean air and water discharge during manufacturing process.
90/10 Ultra-Premium 800 RDS Down Fill – Burton's 90/10 ultra-premium 800 goose down insulation is the lightest and softest down fill they've ever offered, and is paired with an ultra-soft hydrophilic quilted lining material that enhances breathability and wicking for ultimate warmth and comfort.
Articulated Fit – A performance-oriented fit, articulated fit with cutlines and patterning engineered to mimic the body's natural flex while riding and hiking. The result is a higher degree of mobility that enhances the function-first design and style of [ak]
Packable into the Wearer's Left Handwarmer Pocket
Zippered Chest Pocket
Stretch Fabrication