Nimble is the key for climbers.
Rock surfaces are unforgiving, so clothing and gear must be durable yet flexible enough to negotiate crevices and big, sudden moves.
Close to the skin, breathable, these function as a second nature.
Alpine is defined as a region above tree line: exposed, barren, intense.
An environment that is tough, efficient and relentless.
Economical gear retains core warmth, keeps limbs free, mind clear.
Trail blaze, signpost, Inukshuk: let the measure of where we are going demonstrate respect for what we have seen.
With reference to classic lines and functions, designs for athletic freedom allow the beauty of the journey to be revealed.
Take anywhere, do anything.
Essential, versatile, classic.
Viva La Vie
American climber, Jonathan Siegrist, embarks on a journey to France to pay tribute to the roots of modern sport climbing. After teaming up with Swiss superstar, Nina Caprez, the two climb the hardest routes the Verdon Gorge has to offer.
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The Value of an Alpha SV
Why buy the Arc’teryx Alpha SV Jacket? A few behind-the-scenes facts and figures to support your choice.
