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
Laminated high-strength hanger loop
Micro-seam allowance (1.6 mm) reduces bulk and weight
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
Helmet compatible StormHood™
Laminated brim
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
Laminated hem
Drop back hem
Cohaesive™ hem adjusters function as Hemlock™ to prevent jacket from slipping out from under a climbing harness
Pocket Configuration
Two internal laminated pockets
Internal chest pocket with zip
One internal dump pocket
Two high, crossover hand pockets with WaterTight™ zips
Left bicep pocket with WaterTight™ zip
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®
CARE
Machine wash in warm water (30°C).
Double rinse.
Do not use fabric softener.
Tumble dry on medium heat.
Do not iron.
AWARDS
Backpacker Magazine's Lifetime Award
Outdoor Gear Lab Editor's Choice Award
Men's Journal Gear Lab Approved
Forbes.com - Top 5 New Winter Gear Pieces 2013
Outdoor Magazine Test Win (Germany)