Patagonia Men's Super Alpine Jacket

Patagonia Men's Super Alpine Jacket

A classic reborn: Patagonia's bomber big-mountain jacket is engineered with waterproof/breathable 3-layer nylon GORE-TEX® Pro Shell for alpine climbing or ski mountaineering in the worst possible conditions. Regular fit Like a modern suit of armor for adventuresome ascents and descents, the Super Alpine Jacket provides bomber big-mountain protection from the worst possible weather with the best available waterproof/breathable fabrics. The extremely light but durable GORE-TEX® Pro Shell technology has a DWR (durable water repellent) finish, a tough nylon outer with key-area reinforcements, and a micro-grid interior that helps optimize breathability. A flat-pleated front stays close to your body to let you see your feet, and allows the pockets to expand without adding bulky seams. Trim, watertight zippers for the pockets and pit-zips are laminated in place to reduce weight and bulk. The underarm gusset keeps the jacket in place when you lift your arms, and the Gasket Dry Cuffs seal out the elements at the wrists. Other details include a helmet-compatible, 2-way adjustable hood with a laminated visor, a small internal zippered chest pocket and sleek Touch Point System™ embedded cord locks in the hood and hem for quick adjustment without opening the jacket. 3-layer nylon GORE-TEX® Pro Shell Helmet-compatible, 2-way-adjustable hood with laminated visor for optimal visibility in bad conditions Touch Point System™ embeds cord locks in the hood and hem for quick adjustments to seal out rain and snow (patented) Modified Y-Joint™ sleeve construction for overhead mobility without jacket lifting Pockets: Harness- and pack-compatible chest pocket configuration; Pressed Pleat pocket construction adds volume in chest pockets without additional seams; internal zippered pocket Slim zip installation with watertight, coated zippers for reduced zipper bulk and weight for exterior pockets and pit zips Gasket Dry Cuff for enhanced protection in wet conditions; cuffs have a low-profile closure and pleated gusset Shell: 3-layer, 3.8-oz 40-denier GORE-TEX® Pro Shell 100% nylon. Reinforcements: 4.9-oz 150-denier GORE-TEX® Pro Shell 100% nylon. Shell and reinforcements have a DWR (durable water repellent) finish 524 g (18.5 oz)

GORE-TEX® : WATERPROOF GORE-TEX® delivers the industry’s most innovative and highest performance waterproof, windproof and breathable weather protection. GORE-TEX® fabrics lead the industry in providing durable waterproof, breathable protection. The GORE-TEX® membrane is completely impervious to rain, sleet and snow, while allowing perspiration to pass through it from within. Tiny pores in the GORE-TEX® membrane allow perspiration to escape while preventing water from entering.

GORE-TEX® Pro Shell For A Rough Day Outside. GORE-TEX® Pro Shell is engineered with the most rugged, highly breathable fabrics, making it ideal for extended exposure to extreme conditions. These fabrics are designed to perform at an elite level in order to meet the demands of outdoor professionals and serious enthusiasts alike. The advanced waterproof membrane used by GORE-TEX® Pro Shell fabric incorporates increased breathability characteristics, allowing the user to enjoy longer exposure to harsh conditions without losing vital body heat. Benefits Extended Durability in Extreme Conditions Extremely Waterproof and Windproof Enhanced Breathability Ideal for Outdoor Professionals and Serious Enthusiasts