Is the Alpha Lifaloft warm enough for very cold days?

Yes for most resort skiing. The synthetic Lifaloft fill plus a baselayer handles typical winter temperatures; add a midlayer for extreme cold.

How does it compare with the uninsulated Alpha shell?

The shell is lighter and more versatile across seasons. The Lifaloft version adds insulation for cold days but runs hot in spring.

Yes. The hood is helmet-compatible and adjustable, though it is bulky when worn without a helmet.

It uses a waterproof, breathable HELLY TECH membrane with sealed seams, so it sheds wet snow and rain.

It helps organized rescue teams locate you with a detector in avalanche terrain. It is not a substitute for a transceiver.

Yes. It has a powder skirt, wrist gaiters and a dedicated ski-pass pocket.

3 stores we checked sell it, including Zappos, Backcountry, Helly Hansen.

At Backcountry, for $570.00, as of our latest check.

$570.00at BackcountryChecked Nov 8

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