It breathes really well for aerobic endeavours like ski touring and ice climbing approaches...and becomes an insulative layer as soon as you change into downhill ski mode or start the first belay."

An amazing mix of warmth, weight and weather proofness. This jacket comes with me every day of the winter and on quite a few summer trips as well."

The Alpha SV is my favorite shell for long days on the ice or climbing a long mixed route. When the weather is turning bad, I flip the hood and I feel like I'm in my own bubble, sheltered from wind and snow."

I wear it everyday...if it is cold, it provides perfect insulation. It packs super small, beautifully cut. For Chamonix, it's a must all year around item."

For me, it's the perfect blend of technical performance, packability and fit. Perfect for high alpine ski mountaineering day or laps at the resort with friends."

The FL is very lightweight and packable, so most of the time ski touring you know it is in your backpack but you don't notice it... if weather turns bad you are very well protected."