Most ski jackets zip up the front. This one pulls on over your head like a hoodie, and it comes from a brand that has been making skiwear for a very long time. Meet the Obermeyer Steibis Anorak.
We have the Obermeyer Steibis Anorak Snow Jacket in a men’s size XL for $250. It is a pullover style made for skiing and snowboarding, and we have exactly one in the shop right now.
About the brand
Obermeyer is a ski-focused outerwear brand based in Colorado. Skiers and snowboarders know the name, and it has been a fixture on the mountain for decades. It is not a fashion label that happens to make a coat. Winter sports are the whole point of the company, which is why a pullover like this one is built around time on the slopes rather than a trip from the car to the office.
What this jacket is built for
Going by the listing title, the Steibis is an anorak-style snow jacket for skiing and snowboarding. An anorak is a pullover jacket, so there is no full-length zipper down the front. That shape tends to feel snug around the body and keeps wind from slipping in through a zipper line. We are not listing technical specs or insulation numbers here because we would rather tell you only what we can stand behind. If you want the fine details, ask us and we will take another look at the jacket and the tags.
Ways to wear it
- On the mountain. Layer a base layer and a fleece underneath, add snow pants and goggles, and you are set for a ski day.
- Cold-weather errands. A snow jacket works fine for shoveling the driveway, scraping the windshield or walking the dog on a frozen morning.
- Spectator duty. Standing at the edge of a sledding hill or a kids’ ski lesson is a long, cold job. A real snow jacket makes it a lot more pleasant.
What to check before you buy this secondhand
Any used ski jacket deserves a careful look. Our own 7-point inspection guide covers the full routine. For a snow pullover, here is what we would check:
- The seams. Look for any gaps or loose threads, especially at the shoulders and underarms.
- The cuffs and hem. These take the most wear. Check for fraying, stretched elastic and worn fabric.
- The neck and any zipper. Pullovers often have a partial zip. Run it up and down to make sure it moves smoothly.
- The pockets. Make sure the pockets and any closures still work.
- The smell and the surface. A quick sniff and a run of your hand over the fabric tells you a lot about how it was stored.
- The fit. Pullovers are less forgiving than front-zip jackets. Compare the XL against a jacket you already own, and remember you will want room for layers.
If you want to know why ski gear is such a smart thing to buy used, we wrote about it here: Ski Clothes Cost a Fortune. Buy Them Used Before It Snows.
The details
- Brand: Obermeyer
- Item: Steibis Anorak Snow Jacket, pullover style
- Size: Men’s XL
- Use: Skiing and snowboarding
- Our price: $250
- Condition: See the listing for photos and notes on condition
We have one of these in the shop, and it is in a men’s XL.
Steal this: Before you buy any used snow jacket, put on the layers you would actually ski in and then try the jacket over them. A pullover that fits over a t-shirt can feel tight once there is a fleece underneath, and finding that out in your living room beats finding it out on the lift. If you are between sizes, think about how many layers you usually wear and size for that.
If cold-weather gear is on your list this season, take a look at the Obermeyer Steibis Anorak and then browse the rest of our shop for more brand-name finds. Want a few more tips on choosing well? Our guide on which brands are worth buying used is a good place to start.