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A hardshell built for alpine climbing and mountaineering, made with GORE-TEX Pro for durable waterproof, windproof protection. Spectra ripstop panels add abrasion resistance at high-wear zones, and the helmet-compatible hood and harness-friendly pockets are aimed at technical ascents. At about 1 lb 1 oz it is light for a Pro-shell, though heavier than ultralight emergency shells. Rivals like Arc'teryx's Alpha SV are burlier and pricier; this sits as a focused climbing shell with a standard fit that layers over a midlayer.
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Owners treat this as a serious climbing shell: they praise the weather protection, the tough Spectra panels and the helmet hood. Complaints center on stiffness, the lack of hand pockets and the roomy standard fit.
The Summit Series Mountain GTX Pro Jacket is a mountaineering shell made for harsh alpine weather. It uses GORE-TEX Pro for waterproof and windproof protection. Spectra® ripstop panels add abrasion resistance.
The hood is fully adjustable and fits over a climbing helmet. It has a bonded brim. The pockets are harness-compatible, and the chest pockets have exposed zips. The jacket has a standard fit and a fluorine-free DWR finish.
