- The Hydra with Thermagraph® insulation system provides excellent protection. It features an asymmetrical zipper to prevent chin chafing, infiDRY® 20K fabric for waterproofing, and Vader Vents™ to reduce goggle fogging.
Men's 686 Hydra Thermagraph® Jacket (cypress green) 2026 — versatile insulated snowboard jacket
All-season jacket — warmth, waterproofing, and breathability in one.
Hydra Thermagraph® Jacket is designed for maximum comfort and protection in all conditions. Its minimalist design combines Thermagraph® technology with waterproof and breathable infiDRY® 20K fabric, while Vader Vents™ reduce goggle fogging. The asymmetrical zipper minimizes chin rub, and Hood Link™ allows you to pack the jacket into a compact bundle.
- Waterproof: 20,000 mm — full protection from water
- Breathability: 20,000 g/m² — thermal comfort in all conditions
- Material: infiDRY® 20K + PFAS Free DWR
- Thermagraph® Body-Mapped Insulation: 140g strategically placed insulation for warmth and breathability
- Fully taped Bemis® seams — moisture protection
- Adjustable helmet-compatible hood
- Vader Vents™ — reduces goggle fogging
- Air-Flo™ underarm vents — ventilation
- Pass pocket with key clip on the sleeve
- Internal pocket for goggles and lenses
- Adjustable cuffs and hem
- Glove Link™ — thumb grip keeps sleeves in place
- Tangle Free Headphone Loops — prevents cable tangling
- Hood Link™ — pack the jacket into a compact bundle
- Internal lip balm pocket
Model: 186 cm tall, chest: 97 cm — size L.
Fit: anatomically tailored, full mobility and space for additional layers.
Technologies
- infiDRY® 20K — waterproof and breathable membrane protecting against rain, snow, and wind
- Thermagraph® — strategically mapped insulation and ventilation zones for comfort
- Vader Vents™ — stealth ventilation reducing goggle fog
- Hood Link™ — compress jacket into a compact bundle
- Air-Flo™ — underarm ventilation for temperature regulation
- Stretch fabric — full freedom of movement
- Helmet compatible
- Bemis® taped seams
- Lifetime warranty
About 686
686 has defined quality and innovation in snowboard apparel for years. The Hydra Thermagraph® Jacket combines infiDRY®, Thermagraph®, Hood Link™, and Vader Vents™ technologies to provide comfort, warmth, and protection in all conditions — from deep powder, through park sessions, to spring riding.
| Size | Neck [cm) | Chest [cm] | Arm Length [cm] | Low Waist [cm] | Lenght [cm] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 39-41 | 97-102 | 92 | 81-86 | 79 |
| L | 41-42 | 102-107 | 95 | 86-91 | 82 |
| XL | 43-44 | 107-112 | 98 | 91-97 | 84 |
*The chart refers to body measurements and not the garment meAsurements.
ARTICULATED FIT
Found on our GORE-TEX and GLCR styles, articulation seams are placed in high mobility areas for comfort, room for layering, and to maximize mobility.














