Dope Yeti vs Blizzard jacket – which one should you choose?
Dope Yeti vs Blizzard jacket — not sure which suits your style best? This head-to-head comparison breaks down the key differences to help you decide.
The Yeti and the Blizzard are two of Dope’s most iconic pullovers for both men and women, but they serve very different purposes. Both have a laid-back pullover style, plenty of on-mountain functionality, and that oversized Dope fit. But one is more of a winter-ready workhorse, while the other is designed for cruisy spring laps and park sessions. Let’s break them down and help you decide which one’s right for your setup.
Main differences at a glance
| Yeti | Blizzard | |
| Made for | Spring sessions, resort cruising, park | Resort use all winter, park, light powder riding |
| Cut | Oversized | Oversized |
| Insulated? | Softshell | Yes – 60/40gsm (shell in some colors) |
| Features | Softshell construction, wrist gaiters, drawstring hood, zipped pocket | Cowl collar, adjustable hood, wrist gaiters, zipped pockets |
| Tech specs | 15k/15k DRY Tech membrane | 15k/15k DRY Tech membrane, eco-DWR, fully taped seams |
| Colours | Multiple | Multiple |
When to use them
The Yeti is a softshell riding hoodie that shines in milder conditions. It’s perfect for spring sessions, resort cruising, or lapping the park when the sun’s out. It's warm and comfy, but not built for serious storms or deep powder days. So if you’re not planning to head off-piste or charge through blizzards, it’s a super stylish and relaxed option.
The Blizzard, on the other hand, is a more classic ski and snowboard anorak with enough weather protection to handle every day of the season. It’s insulated, weather-sealed, and built for full resort use, from groomers to side hits. Some colorways are also available in a shell version if you prefer a lighter setup. It also comes in a full zip version, giving you extra versatility depending on your riding style or layering preferences. That said, it doesn’t have a powder skirt, so for the deepest days you’ll want to keep that in mind.
Weather performance and materials
Both jackets are equipped with Dope Snow’s 15k/15k DRY Tech membrane, meaning they’ll stand up to rain or snow without any problems. But the difference comes in the details. The Blizzard features fully taped seams and an eco-friendly DWR coating, giving it a real edge in wet weather, meaning it’s more resistant to moisture on those long days, and better suited to stormy conditions.
The Yeti doesn’t have taped seams or a DWR treatment, which makes it less weatherproof overall. While it still holds up just fine in good weather or light snow, it’s not built for full-on snowy weather or pow days. When it comes to warmth, the Blizzard includes 60gsm insulation in the body and 40gsm in the sleeves and hood, making it a solid choice for colder trips. That said, some colorways are also available in a shell version if you prefer less insulation. And while the Yeti is a softshell without insulation, it’s still super cosy thanks to its fleecy interior—but probably not something you’d want on the mountain mid-winter.
Fit, feel, and everyday wearability
The Blizzard is very much a snow jacket first, and streetwear second. It comes in both a classic anorak style and a full zip version, giving you some flexibility depending on your vibe. The anorak features a cowl-style collar that looks great but can’t be unzipped, so it’s less ideal for casual wear off the hill. That said, its tailored oversized fit means it layers easily and looks sharp while keeping you warm and dry on the slopes.
The Yeti has more of a hoodie vibe. It’s warm, soft, and has that relaxed street-style cut that makes it great for everyday wear around resort towns or on travel days. The terry-backed inner feels like a proper sweatshirt, making it great to throw on for après or chilly evenings. It still has that classic Dope Snow oversized fit, and is perfect for anyone who wants on- and off-mountain versatility out of their jacket, or just wants to keep things relaxed on the slopes.
Details - hoods, zips, and storage
Both jackets are available in pullover designs and pack key snow-ready features. The Yeti comes with a drawstring hood that fits over a helmet, wrist gaiters, a lift pass pocket on the sleeve, and a secure zippered pocket for your phone or essentials. It’s minimal but covers everything you need.
The Blizzard offers a bit more—available in both a classic pullover and a full zip style, it features an adjustable helmet-compatible hood, more robust storage options, wrist gaiters, and the same lift pass pocket. Neither jacket has a powder skirt, so they’re not made for deep snow missions, but for regular resort riding, they’ve got everything you could want.
Final thoughts: Yeti or Blizzard?
If you’re looking for a riding hoodie that keeps you warm, dry, and is super comfortable to wear on and off the mountain, the Yeti is a solid choice. It’s our go-to for spring sessions, sunny park laps, and late-season riding when conditions are mellow. It also pulls double-duty as an everyday winter hoodie, which makes it great value.
But if you want a snow jacket that can handle proper winter conditions and keep you riding all season long, the Blizzard is the one for you. Whether you go for the pullover or full zip version, or choose a lighter shell in select colorways, it’s better sealed, more weather-ready, and built to handle a variety of conditions. It might not have a powder skirt, but it’s got everything else you need to stay warm and dry from December to April.
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