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Arc'teryx Alpha SL Jacket - Women's
I am a little unclear by reviews I've read about this jacket...
By toastycoasty
Ranked #737 - Women's Technical Shells
April 6, 2009
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?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By ztm1722865
Ranked #592 - Women's Technical Shells
May 4, 2009
"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.
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By Brandon Carlile
Ranked #6 - Women's Technical Shells
April 7, 2009
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.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] Gore-Tex Paclite; [lining] nylon
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- guaranteed waterproof
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- guaranteed breathable
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- 2 front
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Wrist Gaiters:
- no
- Hood:
- yes
- Liner-Compatible:
- no
- Weight:
- 360 g
- Recommended Use:
- alpine climbing, ice climbing, winter backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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