Good video. But the review is missing a few finer details regarding the jacket. The side-arm zipper pocket can be used for important documents (driver's license, etc.), but while in Jackson Hole last March for skiing, its purpose was for the RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) lift ticket/card used for their automated scanning turnstiles to enter the cues to the lifts. All entry points to the lifts had a turnstile with a scanner built into the left side at the exact height of that pocket (and ranging about 3-feet long for varying heights) There are two interior pockets not mentioned in the video. One on the right-side; for large items like goggles. One one the left side for small items, documents or a polyester goggle bag. Both pockets are mesh and appear to be designed for wet items to air-out and dry if necessary. There are velcro wrist adjustment straps for a more secure fit around the wrists to prevent the cold and wet from getting in. Lastly, the hood, neck/face and lower-hip areas have adjustable synching cords for a personal fit of the jacket. Hope this helps.
Given how you plan to use the jacket their beta series was probably a better fit. With the beta SV you would have gotten the same protection, but with pockets in a more natural location. The alpha series is really designed with the needs of a climber in mind, hence the awkward pocket placement
I was debating on the Beta LT, AR,SV for a quick throw on when it get cold meaning 70 to 60 degrees what jacket would you recommend? Seems you know your stuff? I would appreciate it thanks.
@@FREDRICKG85 Definitely Beta, Alpha will probably be too warm for you. I only recommend Alpha in around 10 degrees Fahrenheit or depending on if it’s snowing/windy conditions lower.
Here's my quick review. Bought one each for my son and I a few weeks ago. Already worn in some tasty weather. We both MTB, climb, and I photo. 1. It's a no-frills GTX jacket - it'll keep the weather out. Hood fits over even a MTB helmet. All good there. 2. No hip pockets is a massive plus for use with a backpack harness and general comfort. BUT 3. The pit zips are very short, so I can't undo the lower half of the zip and put my hands in the pockets of my insulating jacket. 4. There's no hip drawcord or a double zip pull! Seriously, WTF. The whole industry is going this way and I don't understand why. If you can't immediately see why this is a problem, it probably won't be an issue. They're nicely made though. #3 #4 would have been dealbreakers for me, but I couldn't try one on within days travel of where I live, thought it would just be standard. I'd also expect an offset zip at the chin at this price. But overall I'm happy - got a couple of generally capable jackets until their replacements arrive. Value for money is non-existent though, I'd be returning them if I'd paid anything close to retail. And if you want a jacket for photos, or just standing around in bad weather at a game, get something with pit zips that let you reach your insulating layer pockets.
It's only worth it if you make best use of it by doing activities such as ice climbing. For skiing or hiking you absolutely do not need it. I would recommend Beta AR or Beta LT
@@xj1471 eh, beta AR is a good all round choice but I wouldnt use that specifically for skiing. Id get something like the Sabre or Sabre SV for skiing specifically and/or hiking. Sabre is advertised as arcteryx's ski focused shell, not the Beta series.
I have this exact jacket in a Large. I'm 6'0", 220-lbs, 44" chest. I have to say it fits great. It fits like a glove with a bit of breathing room for movement or under-layers. (I wear Icebreaker merino layers and it's a great setup). Hope this helps.
I have in small and medium. For reference, im 6 ft 150 with 38-40” chest and the medium fit pretty loose on me. But after laying it with an atom lt, it fit better with room to still wiggle in it. Small actually fit perfect, even with the base jacket, but didnt leave much room for much else. I think your better option would be a small.
I work in the film industry in Vancouver, BC. So 12-15+ hours of constant rain. It handles constant deluge like a champ. Keeping on top of treating the GORETEX at least once or twice a year depending on the frequency of use is important.
@@Lanpanda4 if your a serious mountain guy and need the protection it offers then pull the trigger it will last you forever it’s not meant to be comfy or convenient it’s meant to be practical and obviously a layer to protect
@@Lanpanda4 I have two, including a new one I got two days ago and I love them. They do get a bit less noisy in time but it’s worth the noise for a serious mountain shell.
Good video. But the review is missing a few finer details regarding the jacket.
The side-arm zipper pocket can be used for important documents (driver's license, etc.), but while in Jackson Hole last March for skiing, its purpose was for the RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) lift ticket/card used for their automated scanning turnstiles to enter the cues to the lifts. All entry points to the lifts had a turnstile with a scanner built into the left side at the exact height of that pocket (and ranging about 3-feet long for varying heights)
There are two interior pockets not mentioned in the video. One on the right-side; for large items like goggles. One one the left side for small items, documents or a polyester goggle bag. Both pockets are mesh and appear to be designed for wet items to air-out and dry if necessary.
There are velcro wrist adjustment straps for a more secure fit around the wrists to prevent the cold and wet from getting in.
Lastly, the hood, neck/face and lower-hip areas have adjustable synching cords for a personal fit of the jacket. Hope this helps.
Definitely. You should review these.
@@dougieranger If I had the time money (or sponsorship sending me the items), I’d love to review products. Thanks for the compliment!
@@ejones7589 My pleasure EJ.
Given how you plan to use the jacket their beta series was probably a better fit. With the beta SV you would have gotten the same protection, but with pockets in a more natural location. The alpha series is really designed with the needs of a climber in mind, hence the awkward pocket placement
I was debating on the Beta LT, AR,SV for a quick throw on when it get cold meaning 70 to 60 degrees what jacket would you recommend? Seems you know your stuff? I would appreciate it thanks.
Not the same durability and not the same fit.
@@FREDRICKG85 Definitely Beta, Alpha will probably be too warm for you. I only recommend Alpha in around 10 degrees Fahrenheit or depending on if it’s snowing/windy conditions lower.
There are no hip pockets because that’s where a harness will sit.
Here's my quick review. Bought one each for my son and I a few weeks ago. Already worn in some tasty weather. We both MTB, climb, and I photo.
1. It's a no-frills GTX jacket - it'll keep the weather out. Hood fits over even a MTB helmet. All good there.
2. No hip pockets is a massive plus for use with a backpack harness and general comfort.
BUT
3. The pit zips are very short, so I can't undo the lower half of the zip and put my hands in the pockets of my insulating jacket.
4. There's no hip drawcord or a double zip pull! Seriously, WTF. The whole industry is going this way and I don't understand why. If you can't immediately see why this is a problem, it probably won't be an issue.
They're nicely made though. #3 #4 would have been dealbreakers for me, but I couldn't try one on within days travel of where I live, thought it would just be standard. I'd also expect an offset zip at the chin at this price.
But overall I'm happy - got a couple of generally capable jackets until their replacements arrive.
Value for money is non-existent though, I'd be returning them if I'd paid anything close to retail.
And if you want a jacket for photos, or just standing around in bad weather at a game, get something with pit zips that let you reach your insulating layer pockets.
I would say the Alpha Sv is only worth the money if you get it in a Black Friday sale.
Excellent video
so is it worth the 800 bucks?
It's only worth it if you make best use of it by doing activities such as ice climbing. For skiing or hiking you absolutely do not need it. I would recommend Beta AR or Beta LT
900 today and hell no!
@@xj1471 eh, beta AR is a good all round choice but I wouldnt use that specifically for skiing. Id get something like the Sabre or Sabre SV for skiing specifically and/or hiking. Sabre is advertised as arcteryx's ski focused shell, not the Beta series.
Good review! What height are you and what size did you get?
Cheers!
Dude glove pocket is inside on the right😉
Do you think that an M would fit me if i am 5'11 132 lbs and my chest is 32'? What size did you get yourself?
I have this exact jacket in a Large. I'm 6'0", 220-lbs, 44" chest. I have to say it fits great. It fits like a glove with a bit of breathing room for movement or under-layers. (I wear Icebreaker merino layers and it's a great setup). Hope this helps.
I have in small and medium. For reference, im 6 ft 150 with 38-40” chest and the medium fit pretty loose on me. But after laying it with an atom lt, it fit better with room to still wiggle in it. Small actually fit perfect, even with the base jacket, but didnt leave much room for much else. I think your better option would be a small.
Yes but I would say large if your layering
You have to pay extra for the no hand pockets feature
considering its literally made ofr climbing vertically in arctic enviroments, where in the fuck would u ever need smth like that
Is it warm?
its a shell
What is the name of the colour? Soulsonic?
its Neptune blue. soul sonic is purple
Looks nice. But as some reviews on their site said, it's pretty noisy. Too noisy for recording video when walking anyways.
added bonus for bear protection. the jacket makes noise!
Tested in heavy rain ?
I work in the film industry in Vancouver, BC. So 12-15+ hours of constant rain. It handles constant deluge like a champ. Keeping on top of treating the GORETEX at least once or twice a year depending on the frequency of use is important.
sounds like a very noisy jacket
It's annoying with the noise?
It can be. It sounds like a heavy duty trash bag.
How to know a fake Alpha SV?
ya dont
Nice vid ❤
What a noisy jacket
Well it is a hardshell meant for extreme mountain climbing
The noise will protect you against bears by letting them know you're around
@@winsoncheong2025 so would you say I should buy it ?
@@Lanpanda4 if your a serious mountain guy and need the protection it offers then pull the trigger it will last you forever it’s not meant to be comfy or convenient it’s meant to be practical and obviously a layer to protect
@@Lanpanda4 I have two, including a new one I got two days ago and I love them. They do get a bit less noisy in time but it’s worth the noise for a serious mountain shell.
Probada y NO revisada.
Reply bud 👇:)