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Outdoor Research Alibi Softshell Jacket - Men's
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Outdoor Research designed the Men's Alibi Softshell Jacket with the active ice climber and mountain adventurer in mind, balancing wind- and waterproof protection with breathability and mobility. Ventia softshell on the hood, shoulders, and tops of arms repels rain and falling snow, and a lighter fleece-backed softshell on the front blocks the wind. On the underarms, sides and back, stretchy nylon-polyester double-weave lets you move easily and allows heat to escape so you stay comfortable as you push your limits in the thin, high-altitude air.
- Two-piece hood features a zip-out stretch balaclava that fits under a helmet and a softshell outer hood
- Double-sliding TorsoFlo zippers run hem-to-pit for maximum ventilation
- Internal cuff gasket keeps breezes from slipping up your sleeve
Bottom Line: Building the perfect jacket, piece-by-piece.
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Glorious
By: Connor Gamache
March 23, 2012
this jacket is perfect for what it does. It looks great, performs impeccably, and makes you feel like a badass...
bloody 'ell
By: Connor Gamache
March 23, 2012
Another great property of this awesome climbing jacket is that it sheds blood rather easily. :-)
Hard to beat
By:
northfacejmb
October 12, 2011
A few years ago I bought the OR Alibi over the Arc Teryx Gamma MX. I haven't been disappointed since. I recently upgraded to the new Alibi and I am very happy with the changes over the old Alibi. Here are my initial impressions.
The first thing I noticed was that the softshell fabric under the arms and on the back is a bit more substantial than the old Alibi, I'm happy about this because I always thought the old fabric felt a bit too thin.
They did away with thumb loops on the wrist gaiter (I never used them anyway)
Another change I noticed is that the softshell on the front of the jacket feels much more water resistant than the old fabric which felt almost like a sponge, I'm very exited about this as I'm pretty sure it'll be even more wind and water resistant.
Overall the Alibi is a great hybrid soft/hardshell comparable to the First Ascent Frontpoint jacket (which I don't like as much) which I believe has been discontinued.
The Alibi is great jacket for conditions where the benefits of a hardshell are needed along with the perks of a high end softshell. This is an excellent do it all softshell for all your winter adventures.
Change me.
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Black, S (220.96)
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Hard to beat
A few years ago I bought the OR Alibi over the Arc Teryx Gamma MX. I haven't been disappointed since. I recently upgraded to the new Alibi and I am more...
- Material:
- [front] polyester softshell; [reinforcements] Ventia softshell; [ arms, sides, and back ] nylon, polyester, elastane; [lining] fleece
- Hood:
- yes
- Fit:
- athletic (trim)
- Center Back Length:
- 30.5 in
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- (external) 1 napoleon, 2 handwarmer, (internal) 1 media
- Wrist Gaiters:
- no
- Weight:
- 1 lb 8.3 oz
- Recommended Use:
- ice climbing, alpine adventuring
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime