Gear Review
Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket - Men's
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By B. Fox
Ranked #1632 - Men's Technical Shells
October 17, 2008
The Alpha SV is by far the best three layer shell ever made! I am on my second shell in 8 years only because my first one had a small zipper issue and when sent back to Arcteryx they were unable to repair it, however they were gracious enough to send a brand new jacket in its place. This jacket has acted as functional summer rain gear from the Bahamas to the South rim of the Grand Canyon. In the winter it has braved -30 temps with howling 40 mph winds without flinching. It slips through the trees on the slopes like an egg off a heavily greased Teflon pan, and functionally from day to day it has not failed, no matter what mother nature has tossed its way. If there is only two items of gear you can take with you in the end, the Alpha SV jacket and a pair of matching bibs.
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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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