Jacket Comparison Guide
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Ultralight |
Rain |
ALPHA MERINO AIR |
SOFTSHELL |
TRAIL Ultralight |
TRAIL Anorak |
Recon SNAP |
| An ultralight weight jacket with both stretch and breathability for the most versatile and packable layer of wind and wet protection available. Updates include dual use stow pocket - stow valuables or stow the jacket itself. | The lightest, best fitting, most breathable, most packable, most protective, most versatile jacket we’ve ever made. Further refined fit & patterning for 2020 to improve range of motion and room for layering. | Our most technically advanced winter jacket to date. Highest warmth-to-weight of any jacket we make. Ultralight shell protects from wind/resistant to rain, while Alpha Wool insulates from the cold. 3D patterning and fully featured pockets and details for all-day comfort during winter miles. Designed to pair with base layer only. Jersey or mid-layer not required. | A winter jacket versatile enough to meet the needs of the most demanding cyclist and cover a broad range of temps and conditions, with a trim, flap-free fit, room to layer, and full mobility and comfort. | A super versatile and fully capable light weight hooded shell designed for mountain biking, hiking or anything else trail-related. Ultralight stretch woven windproof and water-resistant throughout. Stowable in its own pocket. | Highly technical hardshell performance in a Trail-specific cut. Fully featured trim details, hood and stowage provides exceptional foul-weather performance whether on the trail, commuting, or in the backcountry. | Made for durable comfort thanks to a uniquely technical construction paired to a low key casual design providing wind protection, water-resistance and enough stretch for mobility on the bike. |
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| Cool conditions or when the weather is variable and calls for light weight wind protection without the added bulk of thermal layers. | Wet conditions or as a windproof layer on cooler days. Excellent versatility due to its light weight and packability. | Cool to cold, primarily dry conditions when light weight and breathabiliy are the priority. | Designed for temperatures from freezing to 50F and capable of warding off all but the most torrential downpours. | Cool conditions with variable weather and protection from wind, cold and wet. Uses include mountain bike, bikepacking, hiking, backcontry skiing or commuting. | All-around versatilty as a hardshell for cold or wet weather rides, hikes, skiing or commuting. | Perfect for cool to cold trail riding or for every day commuting. |
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*Pair with Alpha Longsleeve for below freezing temps
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*Pair with Alpha Longsleeve for below freezing temps
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| Signature fit - streamlined and tailored with room for layering | Signature fit - streamlined and tailored with room for layering | Signature fit - streamlined and tailored with room for a base layer. | Signature fit - streamlined and tailored with room for layering | Tailored TRAIL cut, intended for on/off bike layering and a more casual sihlouette | Tailored TRAIL cut, intended for on/off bike layering and a more casual sihlouette | Tailored casual cut, intended for on/off bike layering |
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| Pertex Quantum Air ultralight stretch woven shell. Windproof & 6K water-resistant rating, DWR Treated. Ultra-packable. Veil Mesh inserts for added stretch and ventilation. | eVent DVStorm ultralight 3-layer fabric. 10K waterproof rating / 30K breathability / 0.2cfm air permeability. Unmatched high-output performance. Waterproof, windproof & DWR treated. | Pertex Quantum Air ultralight shell: windproof, water resistant, stretch. Polartec® Alpha® Wool insulation: high warmth-to-weight + thermoregulation. Italian 100% recycled polyester back panel - fleece lined. | Proprietary eVent + Primaloft 3-layer stretch softshell fabric is highly breathable and protective without bulk. Windproof, water resistant & DWR Treated. Laminated in Italy. | 50gsm Pertex Quantum Air with ECO DWR and PU coating provides excellent windproof and water-resistant protection yet is still highly breathable and won’t create that typical greenhouse effect common on other nylon shells. | eVent DVStorm ultralight 3-layer fabric. 10K waterproof rating / 30K breathability / 0.2cfm air permeability. Unmatched high-output performance. Waterproof, windproof & DWR treated. | Pertex Quantum Air ultralight shell: windproof, water resistant, stretch. Polartec® Alpha® Direct 120 insulation: high warmth-to-weight. Woven forearm patches for added abrasion resistance. |
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| "Two-way YKK Vislon zipper. Microfleece lined collar. Reflective details throughout. Packable in it’s own reversible zippered stow pocket." | Fully taped seams. Low profile lycra cuff. Bonded finishing. Drop rear hem. Rear vent / jersey pocket access. Internal bonded zippered pocket w/ media port. Two-way YKK Vislon zipper. Microfleece lined collar. Reflective details throughout. | Three large back pockets. Two-way YKK Vislon zipper. Low profile sleeve cuff fits over or under gloves for air-tight yet unrestricted fit. Alpha Wool lined collar. Reflective trim details for low light visibility. | Three large back pockets plus 1 zippered pocket. Two-way YKK Vislon zipper. Low profile sleeve cuff fits over or under gloves for air-tight yet unrestricted fit. Microfleece lined collar. Reflective trim details for low light visibility. | "Ultralight weight, windproof and water-resistant (6K). ECO DWR treated. 50% recycled content. Packable in it’s own reversible zippered stow pocket. YKK Vislon zippers and minimal design keep it light weight. Helmet compatible hood." | Fully taped seams. Low profile lycra cuff. Bonded finishing. Drop rear hem. Laser cut and bonded front pouch pocket with laser ventilation. Internal bonded zippered pocket w/ media port. YKK Vislon Aquaguard waterproof zippers. Coheasive cordlock waist and three-point adjustable helmet compatible hood. Microfleece lined collar. Reflective details throughout. | 3 YKK Vislon zippered pockets: two front hand pockets, one chest pocket. Microfleece lined collar. DWR treated inside and out. |
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