The Leader jacket from Spyder is a great synthetic insulated model. As such, and given the unique attributes of synthetic insulation. Our Editors' Choice Arc'teryx Macai is an excellent jacket that is down insulated. For the wettest of conditions, synthetic insulation is better.

Actually, even some of the real Spyder jackets are produced in China.

Spyder ski & snowboard jackets tend to fit very closely to the size chart above, so for a good fit then please go by these measurements. If you want a baggy, more oversized look then please choose a size larger.

Spyder, owned by New York-based Authentic Brands Group, has licensed the brand to GBG's South Korean arm.

Spyder is an American Colorado-based manufacturer of luxury, high end skiing & snowsports apparel.

Spyder is an American Colorado-based manufacturer of luxury, high end skiing & snowsports apparel.

Spyder founder David Jacobs creates and produces the first ever padded race sweater. Race enthusiasts around the world immediately flock to this ground breaking new piece of equipment.

Working with GORE-TEX, together we've developed an outer material laminate constructed of 360º stretch nylon and treated with PFCec Free DWR, that is bonded to the GORE-TEX membrane. Bonded to the other side of the membrane is our full stretch engineered interior lining.

It fits true to size. My husband is a larger large and the large fit well.

Spyder is an American Colorado-based manufacturer of luxury, high end skiing & snowsports apparel.

Boulder Colorado Founded in 1978 in Boulder Colorado, Spyder is one of the world's most recognizable and credible outdoor sportswear brands. Focused on enhancing the ski experience both on and off the mountain, Spyder prides itself on its advanced technical composition and style.

Spyder is an American Colorado-based manufacturer of luxury, high end skiing & snowsports apparel.