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Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket - Men's
I just got my alpha sv jacket last week but had problems with...
By jtcash
Ranked #162 - Men's Technical Shells
October 15, 2009
I just got my alpha sv jacket last week but had problems with using the zipper when it is by the chin/mouth area. It seems that the zipper gets caught on the fabric quite easily near that area. This is probably because there is excess material that almost overlaps the zipper.
I got a replacement sent to me and it also had that problem. This is quite frustrating because it gets caught quite easily. The only way around it is to slowly pull the zipper up and make sure the two slides of the zipper line up.
Do any of you have this problem and is this common? Someone from moosejaw also reviewed it and had the same problem: http://www.moosejaw.com/outdoors/products/ArcteryxAlphaSVJacketFall2009-Mens.htm
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By Alan H.
Ranked #1352 - Men's Technical Shells
November 24, 2009
I actually had the same problem sometimes when I bought this jacket. But, after owning it for a few months, the problem has slowly gone away. Some days were better than others but everything is fine now for me.
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By jtcash
Ranked #162 - Men's Technical Shells
October 16, 2009
Thanks for the info. I don't think it has to do with hanging it a certain way because it doesn't affect how puffy the material is by the chin guard. If there is excess material (by like 2-3 centimeters) it will get too close to the zip. So unless you pull the zipper at a certain angle, it gets caught. I guess I just got two poorly made jackets.
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By mobo2112
Ranked #292 - Men's Technical Shells
October 16, 2009
Hi, I just picked up a Titanium Alpha SV and did not notice this problem. I just got it a week ago so other than quickly trying it on, it went in the closest. I just dragged it out and took a picture of how i hang it. I hang 90% of my outerwear with the collars open like in the pict. I dont know if this helps or not, but it just makes the collar more comfortable for me as it keeps the front of the collar off my neck unless it is fully zipped.
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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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