Helly Hansen Odin Pro Shield Jacket — Gear News
Finding a single layer that seamlessly handles the high-output demands of ski touring without leaving you chilled or clammy is an ongoing backcountry puzzle. Enter the Helly Hansen Odin Pro Shield Jacket—a purpose-built hybrid engineered to bridge the gap between a traditional softshell and a highly technical fleece. Built with a robust 4-way stretch fabric, this minimalist garment maximizes mobility and temperature regulation during heavy aerobic ascents in sub-freezing environments.
The standout feature of the Odin Pro Shield is its intelligent fabric composition. A durable, PFC-free DWR treated exterior sheds light snow flurries with ease, while the highly compressible design ensures it slips effortlessly into a rescue pack. It also features a fully integrated RECCO Advanced Rescue system for added peace of mind, alongside harness-compatible pockets and an articulating hood.
While initially promoted as a winter hybrid or technical mid-layer, our testing has proven its true value spans far beyond the peak of winter. It makes for an exceptional transitional piece for spring ski touring, and its impressive versatility means it will easily find its way into a summer day pack for navigating unpredictable weather days hiking high in the Canadian Rockies. This jacket is truly built to handle the peaks.