Gear Review
Arc'teryx Sidewinder SV Jacket - Men's
excellent jacket, but...
By Bjørn Tore
Ranked #1116 - Men's Ski Jackets
January 18, 2008
the coolest and best jacket I have ever tried. but I have a little thing to complain about, the front zipper, or the "main", zipper is not waterproof. well, at least not on mine. i've just tried it in harsh norwegian weather, and 3 places a few drops of water managed to get past the front zipper. maybe not a big thing, but when Arcteryx guarantee a waterproof jacket, and when the jacket costs 600 dollar, I expect a jacket that really is fully waterproof.
ps: i wasnt out for more than 1,5 hours..
well, except from that the jacket really is amazing, the helmet - compatible hood, the powder skirt, the design.. impressive!
View Details: Arc'teryx Sidewinder SV Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Gore-Tex Pro
- Insulation:
- None
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- guaranteed
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- guaranteed
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- yes
- Pockets:
- 2 front, 1 chest, 1 sleeve
- Seams:
- seam taped
- Wrist Gaiters:
- n/a
- Hood:
- yes
- Liner-Compatible:
- n/a
- RECCO:
- n/a
- Weight:
- 628 g
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: December 1, 2009 By: Bryan Long
You are right. There is no such thing as a waterproof zipper. These zippers are about the closest thing there is though...
Helpful Votes: 3 Yes