Vans MTE Hi-Country 3L Jacket 2.0 2026
Bombproof Storm Protection Meets Streetwear Utility.
Engineered for technical freeride charging, deep powder days, and winter storm logging, the 2026 Vans MTE Hi-Country 3L Jacket 2.0 represents the peak of Vans’ Made For The Elements™ technical outerwear line. Built with a heavy-duty 3-layer waterproof shell, fully taped seams, and a storm-ready articulation scheme, this jacket provides an impenetrable barrier against wind, wet snow, and extreme cold while maintaining the signature relaxed workwear silhouette that Vans is famous for.
Milosport Shop Take
"If you’re riding through heavy Wasatch snowfall, dumping rain at lower elevations, or hiking for lines in the backcountry, the Hi-Country 3L Jacket 2.0 is Vans’ ultimate shield.
Unlike insulated coats that overheat when you start boot-packing, this is a dedicated 3-layer shell designed for seamless layering. It gives you maximum waterproofing without unnecessary weight or bulk. The material feels rugged and durable enough to handle tree runs through dense pines without snagging, and the relaxed fit allows total freedom of movement when tweaking grabs or reaching for turns. Packed with technical details like pit zips, a powder skirt, and waterproof zippers, it’s built for core riders who log 100+ days a season in serious mountain conditions."
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
| Brand | Vans |
| Model | MTE Hi-Country 3L Jacket 2.0 (2026) |
| Price | $320.00 |
| Category | Technical Shell Outerwear |
| Riding Style / Terrain | All-Mountain Freeride, Backcountry, Touring, Resort |
| Waterproofing / Breathability | 20,000mm / 15,000g (High-performance stormproof barrier) |
| Construction | 3-Layer (3L) Hard-shell w/ DWR water-repellent finish |
| Seams | 100% Fully Taped Seams |
| Fit | Relaxed Ergonomic Fit (Space for mid-layers without bulk) |
| Insulation | Uninsulated Technical Shell (Layering system) |
| Venting | Mesh-lined underarm pit zips |
| Hood | Helmet-compatible 3-way adjustable storm hood |
| Powder Skirt | Stretch zip-out powder skirt w/ jacket-to-pant interface |
| Pockets | Waterproof dual chest pockets, oversized handwarmer pockets, sleeve pass pocket, internal goggle stash |
| Available Sizes | Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large |
Under the Hood
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3-Layer Technical Membrane: High-rated 20k/15k waterproof-breathable fabric shields you from heavy mountain precipitation while allowing interior heat and sweat vapor to escape during high-output riding.
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100% Fully Sealed Seams: Every seam throughout the jacket is reinforced with waterproof seam tape to prevent moisture from seeping through needle holes during storm days.
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Underarm Pit Zips: Dual-direction zippered vents allow rapid heat dump when boot-packing, splitboarding, or riding hard on warm spring days.
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Helmet-Compatible Storm Hood: Deep, fully adjustable hood cinches down tight over a snowboard helmet to seal out blowing snow without restricting peripheral vision.
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Jacket-to-Pant Interface: Secure snaps line the powder skirt to connect directly with Vans MTE snow pants, keeping cold snow out during deep powder turns or heavy landings.
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Waterproof YKK® Zippers: AquaGuard® seam-sealed zippers keep water out of critical chest and hand pockets to protect your phone and essentials.