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Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket - Men's
Is the inner pocket waterproof? I need to find a good shell that...
By Scott Cooley
Ranked #2198 - Men's Technical Shells
September 5, 2009
Is the inner pocket waterproof? I need to find a good shell that has a completely secure/waterproof pocket for my iphone. Last winter I ruined a phone with it in a chest pocket when it became soaked from my own perspiration. Nothing got in from the outside, but the pocket wasn't protected from the inside-out. Any idea if there is a pocket suitable on this jacket for an electronic device?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Blaine Shillington
Ranked #203 - Men's Technical Shells
February 18, 2010
Be careful. Most companies don't put a waterproof pocket in because that would hinder the breathability. With it so close to your body your perspiration will drive the moisture right through a breathable material, so you'd have to have something much less porous like rubber, with wouldn't lend to a very breathable upper torso section. Your perspiration will get onto anything cold in that pocket. As long as the dewpoint is lower than your body temp, which it will be. The plastic bag idea will work, just make sure it is air tight and it will certainly be water tight also.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Magnus
Ranked #1693 - Men's Technical Shells
October 22, 2009
Never trust a "waterproof" zipper!!! They are weather resistant but do leak during extensive rain. I'd use a ziplock plastic cover for any electronics if there's a chance of rain.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Ed Ayres
September 21, 2009
I always put my wallet and cell phone in a little zip lock bag in the pocket if I think there is a chance of them getting wet. Has not failed me yet!
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Taylor Yager
Ranked #160 - Men's Technical Shells
September 6, 2009
The inside pockets arent waterproof on this jacket, but im sure the pocket on the left sleeve would be perfect for an iphone. it will be it dry for sure because its surrounded by gore-tex and has a waterproof zipper on it.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 489N Gore-Tex Pro Shell 3L
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- guaranteed waterproof
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- guaranteed breathable
- Fit:
- standard
- Center Back Length:
- (medium) 30 in
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- (external) 2 front, 1 sleeve, (internal) 2
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Hood:
- yes
- Liner-Compatible:
- yes
- Recommended Use:
- taking on the most severe weather
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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