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The Women's Alpha Jacket SL by Arc'teryx is one of the lightest jackets to carry the Gore-Tex waterproof guarantee. Feminine in its figure and straightforward by design, the Alpha SL Jacket eliminates bells and whistles to include only what you need for fowl-weather defense. WaterTight zips, a helmet-compatible hood and a laminated hem drawcord secure your comfort while feather-light Gore-Tex Paclite fabric fights off the worst winter storms. Arc'teryx created this 10.8oz shell with lady alpine climbers in mind, but winter backpackers have come to depend on it when they need bomber protection for little weight. *Available for US shipment only.
Bottom Line: The Arc'teryx Alpha SL Jacket proves you don't need a heavy shell to hold off winter weather.
I must say, I gave this rain jacket the ultimate test straight from the get-go. I took it on a month long trip to Venezuela were it encountered tropical thunderstorms and a drenching boat ride to Angel Falls. I was underwhelmed with the jackets ability to repel water in these conditions (it only could take a medium amount of water). It might be better for light rain and city livin'. I wouldn't recommend this coat for hardcore outdoor activities. I ended up returning it and got a beefier jacket instead.
I am a little unclear by reviews I've read about this jacket (I am primarily interested in the Pullover): would this hold up in Coastal-BC downpour? I moved to the coast with the North Face Prophecy jacket and spent my first 5-day hiking trip soaked to the bone. I need something beefier than what I have and am wondering if the Alpha SL is good enough?
"A bit more condensation" is an understatement. In temps above 60, the inside of the jacket gets DRENCHED in condensation, even when you are not active. I have never seen a jacket that accumulates that much water on the interior, including other pac-lite jackets.
The Alpha SL will keep you totally dry from BC downpours. Arc'teryx is based in Vancouver. One consideration; the Pac-lite doesn't breathe as well as the Pro-shell, so if temp is fairly warm and wet you will get a bit more condensation inside a pac-lite jacket. Also, the face fabric on the Alpha LT (pro-shell) is more abrasion resistant. Although the Alpha LT only comes in a Jacket, it will hold up to heavy use for years, and only weighs a tiny bit more; less than an Oz.
Love the jacket. It was a gift, and a great one. I love the different colors they come in, I got the pink/magenta one. Great for light to medium rain, would get a different one for heavier rain. But it's perfect for me and where I live.
I believe the main difference is the cut of the collar area and connection to the hood. The Alpha SL, when zipped up fully, should cover a larger portion of your lower face. This makes it better suited for use in an alpine climate/harsher weather. The Beta SL on the other hand has a collar which is perhaps more flattering, if tamed-down, whilst kickin' it around town.
This jacket is dope. It's super light and thin but really windproof. Perfect for warmer spring days when you don't want something heavy but it's windy on top of the mountain. The thin fleece lining inside the collar is great for protecting your face against wind.
HelloIs the color different from a thing of an official site in a chest logo and the color of the zipper?Is the chest logo blue or silver? Is the pocket zipper black?
I love this coat. Its everything it said it would be. My favorite features are the high pockets (I can put my hands in them while I have my pack on) and the giant hood (it covers my whole head and protects my face even with a hat on under it). It is comfortable too! If you are thinking about it....get it!
How long is this jacket? Needs to cover butt! I need to know the length in inches. Is it 28" or hope it is like 30" but probably not. Please tell me, cannot find on this info.L.J
It'll cover your butt, even when bending or squatting.It doesn't cover my butt when I bend in it, only when standing. I had a medium and I am 5'10" 140 lbs.
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