The Alpha Jacket from Arc'teryx is new the lighter, more breathable, and more versatile version of the top-of-the-line most durable Alpha SV Jacket and is an all-around waterproof/breathable hybrid GORE-TEX® alpine and climbing hardshell jacket.  Designed to be the best possible combination of functionality, durability, breathability, comfort, and performance.  Made with the latest and greatest Most Rugged 3L GORE-TEX® PRO fabric in high-wear areas and ultralight and highly-abrasion resistant GORE-TEX® with Hadron­™ face fabric everywhere else for increased breathability and reduced weight. This jacket utilizes lighter weight and more breathable main fabric throughout the body with thicker and more abrasion resistant reinforcement fabric in the shoulders, forearms, and hood.  This is the premier all-around most versatile alpine climbing jacket from Arc'teryx.  Perfect for rock climbing, ice climbing, alpine climbing, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, hiking, backpacking, and expeditions. (This jacket replaces the previous Alpha AR Jacket)