The Australian ski season opens June 6 this year, and Victorian parents are already hunting for jackets that handle wet Aussie snow, not dry Canadian powder. At Ski & Board Online, we fit hundreds of kids every winter, and 9 times out of 10 we reach for XTM. It's Australian-designed, priced for growing kids, and built for our conditions.
Your Australian snow adventure starts here with the right jacket.
We ship XTM gear direct from our Victorian warehouse locations with fast delivery and easy returns.
Why XTM works for Australia
Designed in Australia, for Australians.
XTM has designed quality ski gear for your kids, focusing on conditions 0 to -5 degrees (and lower with more thermal layers), wet snow, and school-holiday abuse. Every kids jacket uses a minimum 15,000mm waterproof rating where it counts, recycled fabrics, and cuts that allow a thermal and fleece underneath without sacrificing comfort or agility.
The XTM kids ski gear line-up at a glance
| Jacket | Waterproof | Insulation | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTM Theo Kids | HydroVENT+ 15,000mm / 10,000 breathable, critically taped | 140g | 10-16 yrs, all-rounder | $229 |
| XTM Pippa Kids | HydroVENT+ 15,000mm | 160g | 10-16 yrs, runs cold | $229 |
| XTM Rumble Kids | PFAS-free DWR, recycled stretch | 80g | 10-16 yrs, active/layering | $249 |
| XTM Snowcone Kids | Entry waterproof | Light | 2-8 yrs, first-timers | $179 |
1. XTM Theo Kids – our most-fitted jacket
This is the workhorse. HydroVENT+ waterproof to 15,000mm with 10,000g/m2 breathability, critically taped seams, 140g insulation, removable hood and multiple pockets. It's the jacket we put most Melbourne kids into for Buller, Hotham and Perisher because it balances warmth and breathability for Australian days.
2. XTM Pippa Kids – for kids who feel the cold
Same 15,000mm HydroVENT+ protection as Theo, but bumped to 160g insulation and made from 100% recycled polyester. It has a removable hood and adjustable sleeve hem, and XTM certifies it carbon neutral. Choose Pippa for girls 10-16 who refuse mid-layers, or for July trips to Thredbo.
3. XTM Rumble Kids – the spring and layering jacket
Lighter weight with 80g insulation, built from 100% recycled polyester stretch fabric with a PFAS-free DWR finish. It has a removable hood and fixed powder skirt. The stretch means they can actually move, and it works brilliantly over a hoodie in September.
4. XTM Snowcone Kids – first jacket for littlies
The entry point for ages 2 to 8. Light insulation, simple waterproofing, and XTM's easy-wear cut. At $179 it's perfect for Lake Mountain toboggan days or a first ski lesson.
Which XTM kids ski jacket should you buy?
- Buy Theo if: you want one jacket to do everything at Australian resorts.
- Buy Pippa if: your child runs cold, or you want the warmest recycled option.
- Buy Rumble if: your kid is active, runs hot, or you need a jacket for spring.
- Buy Snowcone if: it's their first season and they're under 8.
Sizing from the XTM size charts
- Measure chest over a merino thermal. Add 4 to 5cm for growth.
- Check sleeve length with arms out. Cuff should hit wrist bone.
- Try with helmet on. XTM hoods are helmet-compatible.
- XTM sizes run true. If between sizes, size up.
Care so it lasts two winters
Always use the garments instructions as a priority. Wash cold at 30 degrees with tech wash. No softener. Tumble dry low 10 minutes to reactivate DWR. Hang to store over summer.
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FAQ's for kids gear in Australia
What waterproof rating is suggested for Australia?
15,000mm minimum for those kids that love to stay out no matter the weather. Theo and Pippa are both rated to 15,000mm HydroVENT+.
Is 160g too warm for Australia?
Not for most kids. Pippa's 160g is ideal for July at Hotham. If they overheat, go Rumble 80g and layer.
Will it last two seasons?
Yes. XTM cuts allow growth, and the recycled fabrics hold up.
