2018 Alpha SV Jacket Men's

RRP £630

Size Medium

Rigel

Hardwearing GORE-TEX® Pro hardshell for extended use in severe alpine conditions. Alpha Series: Climbing and alpine focused systems | SV: Severe Weather

Description

The Alpha SV, an Arc’teryx icon repeatedly proven in severe alpine environments, is now stronger and lighter. Exceptionally durable waterproof, breathable N100p-X 3L GORE-TEX® Pro fabric significantly increases abrasion resistance. Optimized construction, WaterTight™ zippers with RS™ sliders, and minimized seams shed grams. Fully featured with a helmet compatible StormHood™, pit zips, and articulated construction, the Alpha SV remains the choice for extended use in the harshest conditions.


Full Feature List

Technical Features
  • Waterproof
  • Windproof
  • Breathable
  • Highly durable
  • Abrasion resistant
Construction
  • Micro-seam allowance (1.6 mm) reduces bulk and weight
  • Laminated high-strength hanger loop
  • GORE-TEX® Pro three-layer construction
  • Arc'teryx Nu water repellent treatment
  • Strategically placed narrow GORE® seam tape (8mm width)
Design
  • Generous cut for easy layering
Patterning
  • Anatomical shaping for fit and comfort
  • Articulated patterning for unrestricted mobility
  • No-lift gusseted underarms
Hood Configuration
  • Laminated brim
  • Helmet compatible StormHood™
  • Cohaesive™ hood adjustments for ease of use with mittens or gloves
Collar Configuration
  • Laminated chin guard
Zippers & Fly Configuration
  • WaterTight™ external zippers
  • Pit zippers for easy venting
  • WaterTight™ Vislon front zip
  • Micro corded zipper pulls
Cuff & Sleeves Configuration
  • Laminated die-cut Velcro® cuff adjusters with elastic
  • Die-cut Velcro® cuff adjusters reduce bulk, and won't catch or tear off
Waist & Belt Configuration
  • Adjustable elastic waist drawcord
Hem Configuration
  • Drop back hem
  • Laminated hem
  • Cohaesive™ hem adjusters function as Hemlock™ to prevent jacket from slipping out from under a climbing harness
Pocket Configuration
  • Internal chest pocket with zip
  • Left bicep pocket with WaterTight™ zip
  • One internal dump pocket
  • Two high, crossover hand pockets with WaterTight™ zips
  • Note: Our WaterTight™ zippers are highly water resistant, but not waterproof. We do not recommend keeping items in your pockets that may be damaged by moisture

Materials

  • N100p-X 3L GORE-TEX® Pro
  • GORE-TEX