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Alpha Jacket Men's
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Alpha Jacket Men's

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4.4
44 out of 49 (90%) reviewers recommend this product

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39 to 68 of 72 Reviews
39 – 68 of 72 Reviews
Montana
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
4 out of 5 stars.

Lightweight and functional

a year ago
I've had this jacket for a few years now and it has been great. It is of normal Arcteryx quality and is very waterproof. For how light it is I have found it to be very durable. It took me a bit to get used to the front pockets location but it makes sense for use with a harness.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: Light, waterproof, durable
Q: Cons:
A: Orange color got dirty quick.
Q: Activity
A: Skiing, backpacking
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'11''

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Berkeley, CA
Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Durable Shell

a year ago
I have been wearing the Alpha jacket for a few months now and have been impressed with its construction and performance in wet conditions. I was in between sizes and chose the larger size, and I've been glad I did as it has made it easy to layer over and keep full range of motion. The chest pockets have room for a lot of storage (I've carried a 32 oz bottle in mine a couple of times), but their position high on the chest is worth noting if you are used to putting your hands in jacket pockets. I can't yet speak to its long term durability, but its hearty construction leads me to think it will last for at least many years with good care. Opening the underarm zippers has been nice during times that I have been exercising without wanting to de-layer.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Medium
Q: Activity
A: Hiking, Skiing
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'9"

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Genoa, IT
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Top jacket

a year ago
Light and strong, perfect fit and best hood ever worn.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: S
Q: Activity
A: Alpinism, Skimo
Q: Your Height:
A: 175

Yes, I recommend this product.

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1 out of 5 stars.

Great Jacket Lousy Customer Support/Online

a year ago
The jacket is great. What I have a problem with is Arc'teryx support, in-store experience, and online ordering. I have had two Alpha jackets spanning at least 10-15 years and am trying to get a third as a replacement for my last. It failed on the seam around the hood adjustment buttons. This happened in May 2023 while I was in the Alps. Arc'teryx has still been unable to provide a solution. What I have experienced is apathetic store personnel, shoddy repairs, delays, more shoddy repairs, inability to use replacement vouchers, inability to create an online account, having to fill out orders online multiple times without success due to "security systems”, numerous calls to customer service with transfers and “security verifications”, etc... It has been 9 months of bureaucratic nightmare and I have not been sent a replacement much less any form of acceptable appeasement for this company's very bad service. My opinion; This product is expensive and does not provide the kind of support people who actually use it in the wilderness need.

No, I do not recommend this product.

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a year ago
Arc'teryx Guest Services
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to provide your review. We are sorry to hear about the issues with your Alpha Jacket and difficulties placing an order online. Our repair program does evolve over time. We appreciate your honest review and will pass this along to our team for review.
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3 out of 5 stars.

Nice design, Bad colors

a year ago
Perfect design for lightweight. But the colors are disaster ... I hope there are more bright single color options come out in the future.
Q: Activity
A: montaineering

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Calgary, Alberta
Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Body TypeSolid
5 out of 5 stars.

Breathable and Reliable

a year ago
When hadron first came out in spring 2022 I was surprised by the weight of this fabric, a 20 denier nylon just seems too light for a "durable" shell. My curiosity was at an all time high so I pulled the trigger on the Beta LT Hadron, (a similar piece with a slightly different fit and feature set). I used it for a while and truly loved it. The garment was breathable, and because I live and play in the bow valley it spent most of its time in the bottom of my pack. (we hardly get rain) So when I saw that the Alpha was now available with Hadron I had to give it a go. So far I am very impressed by the construction and I really like the fit too. Slighly more relaxed than my Beta LT hadron and accomodates layers better. I will use this more in the FW and keep my Beta LT hadron for SS use.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: Waterproof yet truly breathable
Q: Cons:
A: Perhaps a little too light
Q: Activity
A: Hiking
Q: Your Height:
A: 5ft 9
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Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

The Best Shell Overall!

a year ago
I wasn't sure about this when I bought it, and decided to just try it. I found that the new Alpha Jacket is the best shell I have ever used. Having previously had an Alpha SV, Beta SV and Beta AR....this jacket is the overall winner. The chest pockets are perfect and allow for access with hipbelt or harness, and the storm hood should be the only hood used on any Arteryx jacket. (I think this is a better shell than the new Beta AR with Storm Hood). Much lighter and flexible than the Alpha SV, and it packs smaller. Still, some crinkling from the Goretex Pro shell, but less than the Alpha SV. Actually my only issue is I wish there were more color options, which seems to be a problem with most Arteryx jackets (please get this fixed). All things considered I highly recommend this shell, and am really enjoying using it!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Calgary, AB
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Top notch! My go-to jacket for everything.

a year ago
This is now my year round and all around jacket. From splitboard missions to alpine climbs. A jacket this waterproof and breathable with its weight is a testament to Arcteryx’s quality.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Medium
Q: Pros:
A: Lightweight, Waterproof, Durable
Q: Activity
A: Splitboarding & Climbing
Q: Your Height:
A: 180cm

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Maryland
Age55 to 64
GenderMale
Body TypeSlim
5 out of 5 stars.

Arcteryx believes in their product

a year ago
I bought this jacket in 2016 and after seven years of great use, there was a minor issue with the seam near the pit zip. That might merit a review with fewer stars, but even after seven years, arcteryx gave me a new jacket. Great company that stands by their product.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Small
Q: Pros:
A: Weather proof
Q: Cons:
A: Weigh
Q: Activity
A: Backpacking, field based science
Q: Your Height:
A: 5’6”

Yes, I recommend this product.

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London
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Arc'teryx Alpha Jacket Highlights

a year ago
Reinforced Durability: The Alpha Jacket boasts reinforced hood, shoulders, and forearms with GORE-TEX PRO Most Rugged, ensuring unmatched durability in high-wear areas for enduring alpine challenges. This keeps you even more dry up top. I love this about the product as it gives it a lot more strength. Breathable Construction: Designed with alpine realities in mind, the Alpha Jacket prioritises breathability, allowing wearers to stay comfortable during intense activities and variable weather conditions. It also has vents on the side to aid this. Lightweight Performance: Shedding grams without compromising on strength, the use of ultralight GORE-TEX with Hadron face fabric zones makes the Alpha Jacket exceptionally lightweight, facilitating agile movement in challenging terrains. Durable Versatility: Striking a perfect balance, the Alpha Jacket is not just lightweight but impressively durable, making it a versatile choice for alpine enthusiasts who demand peak performance from their gear. Although haven't yet used it in alpine conditions yet.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: Exceptional Durability
Q: Cons:
A: Premium Price Point
Q: Activity
A: Trail Running
Q: Your Height:
A: 189

Yes, I recommend this product.

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1 out of 5 stars.

Junk Zippers

a year ago
I bought this product two years ago. This is the third coat of it's kind I've owned with the same YKK zipper and not one lasted beyond two seasons. The coat itself is well constructed but the zipper either fails to mesh the teeth or the teeth break after frequent use. Do not buy one this coat if you expect it to last beyond two years, or you know a good tailor who can replace the zipper.
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a year ago
Arc'teryx Guest Services
Hi there, we are sorry to hear about the zipper issue you are experiencing with your Alpha Jacket. Your feedback is important to us, and we'll be sure to convey it to our design team. We recommend completing a Product Service Request form and one of our representatives will see if we can help you in any way. https://arcteryx.com/ca/en/help/product-service/service-request
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5 out of 5 stars.

Best jacket

a year ago
Works as described - if your looking for a hard shell you can’t go wrong
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Juneau Alaska
Age45 to 54
GenderMale
Body TypePetite
5 out of 5 stars.

New sizing leaves me out in the cold!

a year ago
I used to fit in a Arcteryx regular cut small. Bummed as the new sizing leaves me without a size that fits. Medium is too big and small is too small. The only shells that will fit me now are the medium beta lt fitted, which are still a little broad in the shoulders. Its replacement the beta lightweight Medium, which is its replacement is now too big. I’m a 38/39 chest with very narrow shoulders.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: S
Q: Activity
A: Outdoor Rec
Q: Your Height:
A: 5’8”

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Calgary
Age55 to 64
GenderMale
Body TypeSolid
5 out of 5 stars.

Great Alpha

a year ago
Great coat! Super pleased to get one! Have an SV, but like the Alpha M for the new color and weight. Not quite as rugged as the SV but lighter and more flexible. Looking forward to putting it through some paces this winter.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: XL
Q: Activity
A: Skiing/snowshoeing/walking/biking
Q: Your Height:
A: 1870 mm
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Boulder, CO
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

The perfect shell for being in the mountains

a year ago
I brought this shell to Trango Tower in Pakistan and used it almost every day. The piece came home with only a small tear on the hip which I repaired with some rip stop tape and you can't even tell now. It was 100% waterproof, wind proof, and gave me the peice of mind to try my hardest in wet conditions. Totally recommend. The size seemed a bit large for me without any base layers. I sized it a large at 6'1" so that I could have my Delta Hybrid Hoody and potentially a Nuclei underneath it. In that I used a Large Jacket and it was the right size for that layering system.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: L
Q: Pros:
A: everything
Q: Activity
A: climbing
Q: Your Height:
A: 6'1"

Yes, I recommend this product.

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a year ago
Does your comment relate to the new version of the jacket with only thick denier Gore-Tex Pro on top part and lighter denier „Hardron“ on lower part? Or did you use the previous version with Gore Tex Pro used on all parts of the jacket? Info would be highly appreciated, thanks!
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France
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Body TypeLean
5 out of 5 stars.

Excellente veste !

a year ago
Veste achetée récemment, reçue en 3 jours ouvrés. J’ai pris une taille XS pour une coupe ajustée (je mesure 181cm pour 73kg). Il est à noter que la longueur des manches est à prendre en compte. Je vous invite à vous en rendre compte en vidéo sur les plate-forme connues. Je possède déjà une veste Rush Is pour le ski en taille S (qui est large mais convenable pour les activités hivernales). J’ai opté pour la couleur Black Sapphire Edziza (Noir/Jaune) qui est sublime. La légèreté de la veste est impressionnante. Elle me servira lors de temps pluvieux et pour les activités en montagne. Je recommande ce produit 5/5
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Q: Pros:
A: Esthétique - Gore Tex - Légère
Q: Activity
A: Usage quotidien / Randonnée / Alpinisme
Q: Your Height:
A: 181

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Birmingham
Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Top quality jacket that’s versatile

a year ago
I brought this jacket 3 months ago and I use it all the time. It’s so versatile that I can wear for all outdoor activities. Perfect for active users.
Q: Pros:
A: Quality and versatility
Q: Cons:
A: A bit pricy
Q: Activity
A: Climbing, hiking, mountain biking
Q: Your Height:
A: 6’3’’

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Verzé
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

LA veste à tout faire en montagne!

a year ago
Pour moi la Alpha (anciennement Alpha AR) est la veste la plus polyvalente du marché pour tout faire en montagne. Je l'utilise principalement en hiver pour le ski de randonnée/freeride et l'alpinisme. Elle est légère, la partie plus respirante permet de la tenir sur le dos durant de longues ascensions sans trop surchauffer. Le gore tex plus robuste sur la partie supérieure de la veste permet de bien résister aux intempérie et de pouvoir subir les frottements sans soucis. Difficile de lui trouver des défaut.
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Q: Pros:
A: Légère, Solide, Efficace
Q: Activity
A: Ski de randonnée, freeride, alpinsime
Q: Your Height:
A: 178
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New York, NY
Age55 to 64
GenderMale
5 out of 5 stars.

Kept me completely dry in driving rain

a year ago
Purchased this jacket to use during my recent hike on the West Highland Way in Scotland. Rained every day of the trip, most of the time heavy rain with strong winds. This jacket kept me completely dry. Great product!
Q: Activity
A: Hiking/trekking
Q: Your Height:
A: 5’8

Yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Go to shell

a year ago
Bombproof shell for inclement weather. This jacket is durable, waterproof, and allows for good mobility. Couldn't be better.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Whistler
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Body TypeSlim
5 out of 5 stars.

The only shell you need

a year ago
I bought this jacket a few years ago and it sits beside the door as my go-to for any outdoor activity. I use it for climbing, hiking, biking, or anything with windy or rainy conditions. It fits well and because of it I have purchased more Arc items such as shoes and pants to see how they go. So far have been impressed
Q: Pros:
A: Strong shell, durable
Q: Cons:
A: A little noisy materiel
Q: Activity
A: Hiking, climbing, biking
Q: Your Height:
A: 170cm

Yes, I recommend this product.

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a year ago
Im 62kg and 170cm and I prefer the medium. Roomy enough for some layers but if I was looking for more of a slim fit the small fits me perfectly.
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Jay peak
Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Insane shell

a year ago
I absolutely love the Arc'teryx Alpha jacket! It's the perfect combination of style and functionality. The jacket's design is sleek and modern, and it fits me perfectly. The GORE-TEX Pro fabric keeps me dry even in the harshest weather conditions, and the taped seams provide an extra layer of protection. The hood is adjustable and helmet-compatible, which is great for outdoor activities. The jacket also has plenty of pockets to store my essentials while I'm on the go. Overall, the Alpha jacket is a top-notch piece of outdoor gear that I highly recommend to anyone in need of a reliable and stylish jacket. I use it for snowboarding, hiking and touring. I can’t imagine myself without it
Q: Pros:
A: Versatile and strong
Q: Cons:
A: Velcro and less stronger than befor
Q: Activity
A: Snowboard
Q: Your Height:
A: 6 feet

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Halifax
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Alpha AR

a year ago
My go too for Gortex, kept me bone dry in many storms in the Scottish Highlands.
Q: Activity
A: Expeditions - Scotland, Scandinavia, Portugal & Spain. Snowboarding
Q: Your Height:
A: Amputee 5ft 9” on legs
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Colorado
Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Body TypeLean
4 out of 5 stars.

Good ice climbing shell

a year ago
Sweet jacket for ice climbing. Keeps you nice and dry without limiting range of motion. 4 starts only because it is so expensive.
Q: Pros:
A: waterproof, good fit, nice material
Q: Cons:
A: expensive
Q: Activity
A: ice climbing
Q: Your Height:
A: 5' 7"

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Las Vegas, NV
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.

Best Alpine Jacket... Ever???

a year ago
After basically living in this jacket for 6 weeks in the Karakorum in Pakistan, I can honestly say that this is my favorite Gore-Tex jacket for climbing. It has the perfect balance between lightweight/durable, while still being fully functional and having all of the features you could want/need. 10/10!
Q: Pros:
A: Lightweight, Durable, Stylish
Q: Activity
A: Rock Climbing, Alpine Climbing
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'11"

Yes, I recommend this product.

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France
Age45 to 54
GenderMale
Body TypeSolid
5 out of 5 stars.

Awesome jacket !!!

a year ago
Perfect fit, super light & all fonctional, I recommend this product to anyone who has doubts !!!
Q: Your Height:
A: 1m70

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Alpha Jacket
rating 4.375 out of 572 Reviews

Versatile hybrid GORE-TEX jacket performs across a range of alpine conditions.

The Alpha Jacket was previously the Alpha AR Jacket.


€700.00

Colour:Black


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Alpha Jacket Men's

Extreme weather, shifting conditions, varied terrain, motion and rest – these are alpine realities. The Alpha is a highly versatile hardshell designed to handle them. GORE-TEX PRO Most Rugged reinforces high-wear areas, while ultralight, highly abrasion-resistant GORE-TEX with Hadron® face fabric zones in low-wear areas shed grams and improve breathability. The helmet-compatible StormHood™ delivers protection without impacting vision, a RECCO® reflector can aid search and rescue, and pit zippers add ventilation.

Alpha

Lightweight, minimalist climbing and alpinism products that protect from alpine environments.

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Climbing equipment designed for efficient movement and protection in alpine environments.

All Round

High performance weather protection and materials, emphasizing versatility for multiple activities.

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