Built for long tours in the backcountry, the Dawn Patrol Hybrid Shell combines our protective BD.Dry™ laminated waterproof breathable solution with an air permeable softshell fabric in key placements, giving you the freedom to wear it on the uphill, and keep it on for the downhill shred.
features a breathable softshell fabric in key placements for thermal regulation, while the chest, shoulders and hood remain impenetrable thanks to our propriety BD.dry™ waterproof/breathable solution. Add 4-way stretch for mobility and this shell keeps you hustling on the skin track while sending it on the way down. An innovative, center front dual zipper features a built-in mesh panel for venting on the climb, and the perforated panel on the collar allows you to breath freely while protecting your face from the brisk air. The Dawn Patrol Hybrid comes with two harness-compatible chest pockets that hold skins, an internal media pocket and a ski-helmet compatible hood. Velcro cuffs are combined with a lightweight wrist gaiter for ultimate protection
Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. BD.dry™ 3L ... Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. BD.dry™ 3L face fabrics are treated with a DWR solution without intentionally added PFAS and these fabrics have a hydrophilic membrane that allows water vapor to transfer through, making them waterproof, yet breathable. Applied to the backside of this fabric is a third layer, jersey backer, that feels comfortable next to the skin and allows moisture to turn to vapor before passing through the hydrophilic membrane. Learn More
RECCO® technology: An integrated RECCO passive transponder makes you searchable by organized rescue to find and help you faster when lost in the outdoors or in case of an avalanche. RECCO technology is not a substitute for an avalanche transceiver.
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Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 6 reviews.
Review topics: ["shell","pockets"].
"I bought this for winter splitboard touring, so I have not yet had a chance to truly test in the field, however, from inspection I am very excited to put it to use. The jacket has an athletic fit but is roomy enough to layer appropriately underneath. in terms of features it checks all the boxes for ski touring: light weight, breathable, pit zips, helmet compatible hood, and skin pockets. I am also very excited about the chest mesh zipper. my nemesis in the backcountry is trying to unzip my jacket to dump heat while it is snowing, hopefully this solves that problem. the material is thin so not expecting it to be a bomb proof in the durability department but I put it specifically for touring so not concerned on that front."
"This is the best ski touring she'll ive ever used. It supports a wide range of temperatures without the need to change layers. You can use pit vents and the main front zipper extends to offer a vented option that keeps snow out. Skin pockets in front are efficient and very useful. All told its protective enough to use on a ridge in a mid winter blizzard and without even changing layers you can open up and stay cool going uphill in the sun. Fantastic design all around. Only gripe is that hand waiters arw annoying, but removal is easy."
"This kit has been a backcountry work horse. The hybrid zipper for the uphill bleeds heat while keeping snow out. Very much recommend this to anyone looking for that softshell upgrade for technical missions. BD did such a great job on adding color to the backcountry!"
"These finally replaced my go to non-waterproof Dawn Patrol shell. Any time I’m going to be going uphill, this is what I grab. The main zipper vent works great."
"This Hybrid shell works well as a hard shell. I enjoy the pockets. For touring i use it primarily on the descents."
"Good Jacket."
| Size | Chest | Hip | Arm Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34 - 35.5 in 86.5 - 90 cm | 33.5 - 35 in 85 - 89 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| S | 36 - 38 in 91 - 96.5 cm | 35.5 - 37.5 in 90 - 95.5 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| M | 38.5 - 41 in 97.5 - 104 cm | 38 - 40.5 in 96.5 - 103 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| L | 41.5 - 44.5 in 105 - 113 cm | 41 - 44 in 104 - 112 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| XL | 45 - 48.5 in 114 - 123 cm | 44.5 - 48 in 113 - 122 cm | 34.5 in 87.5 cm |
Designed to fit slim to the body for an athletic, low-profile fit without restricting mobility and accommodating base layers or light midlayers.
A classic universal fit with comfortable ease. May feature slight body shaping, but predominantly straighter fit that will accommodate midlayers more comfortably.
Generous through the body for a casual loose-to-oversized fit without shaping. Designed for comfort, it accommodates heavier mid-layers.
Measure around the chest/bust just under the arms and across the shoulder blades.
Measure from the center back of the neck, across the shoulder, and down the arm to the wrist.
Measure around the widest point of the hips.
Measure around the narrowest part of the waist.
