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Alpha SV Jacket (ePE laminate)

The reference point for a fluorine-free alpine shell: heaviest in this test set, and the only one that ignored a shoulder-loaded pack strap for a full season.

OuterwearePEGORE-TEX ProFully taped
Editor score
9.2
out of 10

Quoted specifications

  • 013-layer expanded polyethylene laminate
  • 02Fully taped seams with 13 mm tape
  • 03Helmet-compatible StormHood with Cohaesive adjusters
  • 0480D ripstop face fabric with high denier reinforcement
  • 05Two internal drop pockets, one external chest pocket
  • 06Hydrocarbon-based, fluorine-free DWR

Best for

Severe-weather alpine and ice climbing