One of the first choices you'll make when buying snow gear is the jacket style: a pullover (anorak) or a full zip-up. Both keep you warm and dry – the difference is in how you get them on and how they feel on the hill.
Pullover (anorak) jackets
A pullover has no full-length front zip, so it pulls on over your head with a half-zip at the neck. The big advantage is warmth: fewer openings means fewer places for cold air and snow to sneak in, and the clean front is perfect for bold back-print artwork. Most ORYO jackets are pullovers, which is why the designs read so clearly across the back.
Zip-up jackets
A full zip-up opens all the way down the front. That makes it quicker to get on and off, easier to vent when warming up, and simple to layer over a hoodie. If you run hot or like to open up on the walk to the lift, a zip-up offers more flexibility.
Which should you choose?
Choose a pullover for maximum warmth, a sleeker silhouette and standout artwork. Choose a zip-up for easy on-off and temperature control. Whichever you pick, look for a 15,000mm waterproof rating, taped seams and Thinsulate insulation – standard across every ORYO jacket. Browse the men's and women's collections to compare.