Keep an eye out for these Zara down jackets and snow boots to survive the arctic cold in Spain

Those of us who don’t practice winter sports never imagined that we would have to resort to the new Ski collection from Zara -and that life in the north sometimes gives you more than one clue-. This line was originally designed for moderate practice of activities such as snowboarding or skiing, including down jackets, overalls, thermal pants, boots, goggles and even helmets that would keep us safe on snowy days. however, the wave of arctic cold that ravages Spain has managed to make the star company Inditex once again our lifeboat to face the icy days with safety, comfort and a lot of style.

The fact that it is technical clothing It means that we are not just talking about jackets and anoraks that are all the rage, which are the least important for us on harsh winter days. What is really relevant is that, in the case of down jackets, they are designed to provide a thermal comfort that supports temperatures down to -22 ºC on some of their models. In addition, they all have heat-sealed seams and a double-layer fabric, where their outer coating is combined with a membrane that prevents air or water from entering. As if that were not enough, the most notable thing they are equipped with RECCO® technology. This system makes it easier for rescuers to find us in the event of an accident, avalanche or loss in an area that is difficult to access. We’ve searched your page to understand how it works and it’s based on a RECCO reflector that sits passively and lightly on the garment, with no need for activation. On the other side, there is a RECCO detector that the rescue team would have. The latter sends out a focused radar signal – like a flashlight beam – that hits that reflector on the garment, returns to the detector, and thus indicates to the rescuer the direction in which the victim is heading. Obviously, the distance between the two influences.

Of all the garments and accessories in your Ski collection, we’ve kept the most popular: down jackets, parkas and boots proof of elements and fashions that we can wear this winter as well as all winters to come.

Yes, you read that right, it is a piece of clothing with a compass. This down jacket offers thermal comfort in temperatures down to -22ºC, the filling consists of 90% down and 10% feathers, it is resistant to wind and heavy rain and offers breathability. It has a stand-up collar and an adjustable hood on the inside, long sleeves with elastic cuffs, multiple inner pockets and two-way zippers (169 euros).

At first thought of sports activities, but now it comes in handy to fight the cold. It is a garment made with down and feather filling with 600 ‘fill power’, which guarantees support down to -18 ºC. The breathable fabric is ‘windproof’ and ‘waterproof’, it has a high collar and a hood with detachable fur. Long sleeves with inner cuffs and thumbholes, outer and inner pockets, adjustable waist and inner snow catcher (159 euros).

Made with the same filling as the previous one for thermal comfort in temperatures down to -20ºC, water repellent and ‘windproof’ fabric. In this case it has a high collar with a foldable hood with zip, it is equipped with rings for hooking gloves, it has inner and outer pockets and a detachable front skirt. Including matching hat and gloves with fleece lining (169 euros).

Another model from the Ski collection, a down jacket filled with down and feathers that promises maximum comfort at temperatures down to -16ºC. It can withstand strong wind and rain, has a high collar with a detachable hood, long sleeves with thumbholes, an inner pocket on the sleeve and fleece-lined outer sides. It also has a detachable elastic belt with metal clip closure (139 euros).

This garment has HEIQ XREFLEX Radiation Barrier Technology that helps regulate body temperature to retain body heat, saving us in temperatures down to -18ºC. Resistant to wind and water, it also has an ergonomic design that protects even the face with great comfort. It has a foldable and adjustable hood, long sleeves with inner cuffs, pockets on the sleeve, on the inside and on the front, rings to hold gloves and a waist with reflective elastic cords for more visibility (139 euros).

‘Windproof’ and ‘waterproof’ boots with a combination of materials in the cut. They include rubber reinforcements both on the toe box and on the sides and heel, a non-slip serrated sole and a shaft with an elastic rubber grip. The inside is lined (79.95 euros).

Like the previous one, it combines materials in the cut, but the stick is lower. It shares the same type of reinforcements and the notched sole, as well as the padded interior (69.95 euros).