Hi there,

I am currently trying to decide between this jacket and the Patagonia Traverse jacket. I will use it for hiking, cycling and everyday use. Anyone have any advice on which one to get? Is there much difference between them?

Thanks!!

Gemma, I have the Alpine Wind Jacket and I absolutely love it. The Guide jacket will be a lot heavier than the Alpine. However, the guide jacket will be more durable given its softshell fabric. I use my alpine jacket for everyday use in mild weather, but also use it for trail running, cycling, hiking and climbing. The Alpine jacket can stuff into its own pocket which is a nice feature that the guide doesnt have. Given your intended uses I would go with the Alpine wind jacket. Plus its cheaper!

Thanks very much, that's a great help. I have also been looking at the Guide jacket as it seems to be quite a bit more durable than this one.. Do you have any recommendations between this and the Guide? Or are they too different to compare? Which one is more wind resistant? Thanks very much!

Gamma, the Alpine Wind Jacket is a great jacket, lightweight and super comfortable. It's going to provide a little more protection from the elements than the Traverse, and be a slightly looser fit. I wear mine a lot for hiking, and around town.