The Storm Fortress. The iconic Alpha SV has long proven itself in the most severe alpine conditions. Breathable GORE-TEX PRO with Most Rugged Technology is paired with our most durable face fabric – made from 100% recycled materials – for incredibly long-lasting storm protection. The micro grid backer enhances resistance to abrasion and contamination, and the latest design updates make repair easier to extend your Alpha’s life. Featured for confidence in extreme conditions, the Alpha SV includes an embedded RECCO reflector for improved searchability in emergency situations, our helmet-compatible StormHood adjusts for full coverage with maximum visibility, and articulated construction that frees you to move across mountain terrain. Redesigned with a 100D face fabric made from 100% recycled content and a construction that extends life and simplifies repair.
The Storm Fortress. The iconic Alpha SV has long proven itself in the most severe alpine conditions. Breathable GORE-TEX PRO with Most Rugged Technology is paired with our most durable face fabric – made from 100% recycled materials – for incredibly long-lasting storm protection. The micro grid backer enhances resistance to abrasion and contamination, and the latest design updates make repair easier to extend your Alpha’s life. Featured for confidence in extreme conditions, the Alpha SV includes an embedded RECCO reflector for improved searchability in emergency situations, our helmet-compatible StormHood adjusts for full coverage with maximum visibility, and articulated construction that frees you to move across mountain terrain. Redesigned with a 100D face fabric made from 100% recycled content and a construction that extends life and simplifies repair.
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The lowest price for Arcteryx Alpha SV GTX Jacket (Men's) Stone Wash / XL right now is $1,164.00.
Prices last updated 1 June 2025.
Arcteryx Alpha SV GTX Jacket (Men's) Stone Wash / XL
The Storm Fortress. The iconic Alpha SV has long proven itself in the most severe alpine conditions. Breathable GORE-TEX PRO with Most Rugged Technology is paired with our most durable face fabric – made from 100% recycled materials – for incredibly long-lasting storm protection. The micro grid backer enhances resistance to abrasion and contamination, and the latest design updates make repair easier to extend your Alpha’s life. Featured for confidence in extreme conditions, the Alpha SV includes an embedded RECCO reflector for improved searchability in emergency situations, our helmet-compatible StormHood adjusts for full coverage with maximum visibility, and articulated construction that frees you to move across mountain terrain. Redesigned with a 100D face fabric made from 100% recycled content and a construction that extends life and simplifies repair.
The Storm Fortress. The iconic Alpha SV has long proven itself in the most severe alpine conditions. Breathable GORE-TEX PRO with Most Rugged Technology is paired with our most durable face fabric – made from 100% recycled materials – for incredibly long-lasting storm protection. The micro grid backer enhances resistance to abrasion and contamination, and the latest design updates make repair easier to extend your Alpha’s life. Featured for confidence in extreme conditions, the Alpha SV includes an embedded RECCO reflector for improved searchability in emergency situations, our helmet-compatible StormHood adjusts for full coverage with maximum visibility, and articulated construction that frees you to move across mountain terrain. Redesigned with a 100D face fabric made from 100% recycled content and a construction that extends life and simplifies repair.
Last updated at 01/06/2025 13:05:30
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Absolutely not worth the money.Purchased an Alpha SV in 2020.Average seasonal wear with regular care using Arc’teryx products and following their instructions.Had a hood adjustment button become unglued, so brought it in for repairs. After assessment by their team they listed off a number of unrelated “issues” that made it impossible to repair— such things as minor oil stain (probably from sweat) in the collar, signs of contamination (again also probably from sweat) in an armpit etc. They informed me the jacket was essentially beyond repair and garbage.Their resolution was to offer me a measly 20% credit towards a new jacket, while also telling me that they would either destroy or repurpose my jacket for their ReBird products.For a “Top of the Line” severe ... MoreAbsolutely not worth the money.Purchased an Alpha SV in 2020.Average seasonal wear with regular care using Arc’teryx products and following their instructions.Had a hood adjustment button become unglued, so brought it in for repairs. After assessment by their team they listed off a number of unrelated “issues” that made it impossible to repair— such things as minor oil stain (probably from sweat) in the collar, signs of contamination (again also probably from sweat) in an armpit etc. They informed me the jacket was essentially beyond repair and garbage.Their resolution was to offer me a measly 20% credit towards a new jacket, while also telling me that they would either destroy or repurpose my jacket for their ReBird products.For a “Top of the Line” severe weather jacket, to only last the short amount of time as it did, is severely disappointing. As a company, this is a clear message that they are only after the sales and do not stand behind their products at all.Save your hard earned dollars and purchase products from a company with some actual integrity.
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I am a 6’ 5” tall, 220 pound male wearing size XL. Fits perfectly.I work outdoors for The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the majority of my day is spent outside in the elements. I’ve had this jacket for 6 years, and I always look forward to opportunities where the weather is going to be the harshest to put its capabilities to the test. The last two days the temperatures and wind have been the coldest in over a year. As I work on flooding our skating rinks, the protection this jacket has provided me makes it seem like the wind doesn’t exist. Layering a RHO Top and a work sweatshirt, I have been extremely comfortable. This outer shell blocks wind and rain like no other jacket I’ve ever owned, and it lets out moisture as I’m exerting lots of energy and ... MoreI am a 6’ 5” tall, 220 pound male wearing size XL. Fits perfectly.I work outdoors for The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the majority of my day is spent outside in the elements. I’ve had this jacket for 6 years, and I always look forward to opportunities where the weather is going to be the harshest to put its capabilities to the test. The last two days the temperatures and wind have been the coldest in over a year. As I work on flooding our skating rinks, the protection this jacket has provided me makes it seem like the wind doesn’t exist. Layering a RHO Top and a work sweatshirt, I have been extremely comfortable. This outer shell blocks wind and rain like no other jacket I’ve ever owned, and it lets out moisture as I’m exerting lots of energy and producing lots of body heat. I don’t mountain climb or ski, but I’m outside a lot, and I’m oh so glad I purchased this, it will remain a staple in my growing Arc’Teryx wardrobe. This company is at the top of the mountain for high adventure, high end gear. Keep up the great work Arc’Teryx.
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Practicing guide, instructor and educator in the outdoor industry. In 2003, wore my first Alpha SV guiding in the backcountry of the Wind River Range in Wy. Since then, I have used and abused the Alpha SV across the globe in every imaginable climate, terrain, and form of precipitation. In my wide arsenal of outdoor protection, it is the first jacket I reach for when I know my safety and success in my objective is dependent on staying protected. The SV has survived the abusive and rugged terrain of the Northern Rockies, desert southwest, and even the gritty Daily gravel bike commutes in the temperate rainforest of of Western north Carolina for 3 years. Arcteryx is Justified in saying this Jacket is top of the class!AMGA Certified Rock InstructorLNT Level 2 ... MorePracticing guide, instructor and educator in the outdoor industry. In 2003, wore my first Alpha SV guiding in the backcountry of the Wind River Range in Wy. Since then, I have used and abused the Alpha SV across the globe in every imaginable climate, terrain, and form of precipitation. In my wide arsenal of outdoor protection, it is the first jacket I reach for when I know my safety and success in my objective is dependent on staying protected. The SV has survived the abusive and rugged terrain of the Northern Rockies, desert southwest, and even the gritty Daily gravel bike commutes in the temperate rainforest of of Western north Carolina for 3 years. Arcteryx is Justified in saying this Jacket is top of the class!AMGA Certified Rock InstructorLNT Level 2 (Master Educator)WEA Certified Outdoor Educator
| Variant | |
| color | Stone Wash |
| size | XL |
Absolutely not worth the money.Purchased an Alpha SV in 2020.Average seasonal wear with regular care using Arc’teryx products and following their instructions.Had a hood adjustment button become unglued, so brought it in for repairs. After assessment by their team they listed off a number of unrelated “issues” that made it impossible to repair— such things as minor oil stain (probably from sweat) in the collar, signs of contamination (again also probably from sweat) in an armpit etc. They informed me the jacket was essentially beyond repair and garbage.Their resolution was to offer me a measly 20% credit towards a new jacket, while also telling me that they would either destroy or repurpose my jacket for their ReBird products.For a “Top of the Line” severe ... MoreAbsolutely not worth the money.Purchased an Alpha SV in 2020.Average seasonal wear with regular care using Arc’teryx products and following their instructions.Had a hood adjustment button become unglued, so brought it in for repairs. After assessment by their team they listed off a number of unrelated “issues” that made it impossible to repair— such things as minor oil stain (probably from sweat) in the collar, signs of contamination (again also probably from sweat) in an armpit etc. They informed me the jacket was essentially beyond repair and garbage.Their resolution was to offer me a measly 20% credit towards a new jacket, while also telling me that they would either destroy or repurpose my jacket for their ReBird products.For a “Top of the Line” severe weather jacket, to only last the short amount of time as it did, is severely disappointing. As a company, this is a clear message that they are only after the sales and do not stand behind their products at all.Save your hard earned dollars and purchase products from a company with some actual integrity.
I am a 6’ 5” tall, 220 pound male wearing size XL. Fits perfectly.I work outdoors for The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the majority of my day is spent outside in the elements. I’ve had this jacket for 6 years, and I always look forward to opportunities where the weather is going to be the harshest to put its capabilities to the test. The last two days the temperatures and wind have been the coldest in over a year. As I work on flooding our skating rinks, the protection this jacket has provided me makes it seem like the wind doesn’t exist. Layering a RHO Top and a work sweatshirt, I have been extremely comfortable. This outer shell blocks wind and rain like no other jacket I’ve ever owned, and it lets out moisture as I’m exerting lots of energy and ... MoreI am a 6’ 5” tall, 220 pound male wearing size XL. Fits perfectly.I work outdoors for The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the majority of my day is spent outside in the elements. I’ve had this jacket for 6 years, and I always look forward to opportunities where the weather is going to be the harshest to put its capabilities to the test. The last two days the temperatures and wind have been the coldest in over a year. As I work on flooding our skating rinks, the protection this jacket has provided me makes it seem like the wind doesn’t exist. Layering a RHO Top and a work sweatshirt, I have been extremely comfortable. This outer shell blocks wind and rain like no other jacket I’ve ever owned, and it lets out moisture as I’m exerting lots of energy and producing lots of body heat. I don’t mountain climb or ski, but I’m outside a lot, and I’m oh so glad I purchased this, it will remain a staple in my growing Arc’Teryx wardrobe. This company is at the top of the mountain for high adventure, high end gear. Keep up the great work Arc’Teryx.
Practicing guide, instructor and educator in the outdoor industry. In 2003, wore my first Alpha SV guiding in the backcountry of the Wind River Range in Wy. Since then, I have used and abused the Alpha SV across the globe in every imaginable climate, terrain, and form of precipitation. In my wide arsenal of outdoor protection, it is the first jacket I reach for when I know my safety and success in my objective is dependent on staying protected. The SV has survived the abusive and rugged terrain of the Northern Rockies, desert southwest, and even the gritty Daily gravel bike commutes in the temperate rainforest of of Western north Carolina for 3 years. Arcteryx is Justified in saying this Jacket is top of the class!AMGA Certified Rock InstructorLNT Level 2 ... MorePracticing guide, instructor and educator in the outdoor industry. In 2003, wore my first Alpha SV guiding in the backcountry of the Wind River Range in Wy. Since then, I have used and abused the Alpha SV across the globe in every imaginable climate, terrain, and form of precipitation. In my wide arsenal of outdoor protection, it is the first jacket I reach for when I know my safety and success in my objective is dependent on staying protected. The SV has survived the abusive and rugged terrain of the Northern Rockies, desert southwest, and even the gritty Daily gravel bike commutes in the temperate rainforest of of Western north Carolina for 3 years. Arcteryx is Justified in saying this Jacket is top of the class!AMGA Certified Rock InstructorLNT Level 2 (Master Educator)WEA Certified Outdoor Educator
I bought the Alpha SV jacket a few years ago and have worn it from time to time in suitable weather (heavy rain and winter hikes in Europe and Asia). However, never in extreme or harsh environmental conditions. During this time, the jacket served me well. Back in Germany, I cleaned it and found that many of the welded/glued seams had come loose, making the jacket unusable. The jacket was sent for repair via service request. According to service, repair is not possible. Instead, my jacket was offered for recycling in exchange for a 20% promotional code. Due to the bad experience, I found it difficult to choose a similar product from Arc'teryx again. For a high-priced jacket like this, I would have expected a product that is more sustainable and ease of repair.
I bought the Alpha Jacket a year ago at Arc’teryx 17th Ave in Calgary. It’s been a great jacket.Winter use - it’s my shell for all my windy adventures hiking. Unlike my Bata Hadron in XL, the Alpha Jacket in XL fits more generously (a good thing) and allows for room for my Cerium LT - nice and warm while I watch the sunrises from the top of Prairie Mountain.Spring and summer, so far so good. It’s kept me perfectly dry on the sidelines coaching rugby and on rainy trails.The Hadron GoreTex is a huge plus and reduces overall weight - strong and light, if you know you know. I’m not sure why Arc’teryx doesn’t use it more often.Pros:- water stopper- light weight & packable- classic Arc’teryx quality- generous roomCons- can’t think of any.Final word - ... MoreI bought the Alpha Jacket a year ago at Arc’teryx 17th Ave in Calgary. It’s been a great jacket.Winter use - it’s my shell for all my windy adventures hiking. Unlike my Bata Hadron in XL, the Alpha Jacket in XL fits more generously (a good thing) and allows for room for my Cerium LT - nice and warm while I watch the sunrises from the top of Prairie Mountain.Spring and summer, so far so good. It’s kept me perfectly dry on the sidelines coaching rugby and on rainy trails.The Hadron GoreTex is a huge plus and reduces overall weight - strong and light, if you know you know. I’m not sure why Arc’teryx doesn’t use it more often.Pros:- water stopper- light weight & packable- classic Arc’teryx quality- generous roomCons- can’t think of any.Final word - don’t fix what aint broken. Arc’teryx seems to be making seemingly random changes to their gear, changes naming schemes, etc. Not sure why. Leave this jacket alone - you got it right.
The front main zipper leaks to the point that after an hour in the rain I have an inch and a half wide wet strip down the center of my chest. I have had the zipper replaced by Arcteryx (after arguing with support about it) only to immediately have the same problem. The pocket zippers which are different and covered do not seem to leak, it's simply a horrible design. This supposed to be the most robust jacket in the line and it can't even stand up to an hour of moderate rain and is not a functional jacket. I'm now stuck with a rain jacket that doesn't keep you dry and can't be trusted in the backcountry.I won't get into the support experience because that was another disaster but I am now being told that I am on my own. Another favourite of support is to say that ... MoreThe front main zipper leaks to the point that after an hour in the rain I have an inch and a half wide wet strip down the center of my chest. I have had the zipper replaced by Arcteryx (after arguing with support about it) only to immediately have the same problem. The pocket zippers which are different and covered do not seem to leak, it's simply a horrible design. This supposed to be the most robust jacket in the line and it can't even stand up to an hour of moderate rain and is not a functional jacket. I'm now stuck with a rain jacket that doesn't keep you dry and can't be trusted in the backcountry.I won't get into the support experience because that was another disaster but I am now being told that I am on my own. Another favourite of support is to say that "no zipper is waterproof", as if there is no difference between waterproof and being soaked to the skin through three layers. Bottom line is that I was sold that doesn't perform its function and is basically useless to me.
Unphased by torrential severe thunderstorms, hail, and howling winds, this jacket performs as promised. No complaints, only compliments. The undoubted strengths of this jacket are its impenetrability to wind and precipitation, adjustability/function, and the hood design.As promised, the jacket is both windproof and waterproof yet somehow extremely lightweight and durable. I was caught out in severe thunderstorms with lots of hail, wind, and rain--multiple times--with this jacket, and it performed as expected.I especially like the hood and collar design of this jacket. The hood has the perfect design at, and over, the brim, where the combination of the hood and a hat or helmet keeps precipitation completely out of your face. The hood is extremely well thought out ... MoreUnphased by torrential severe thunderstorms, hail, and howling winds, this jacket performs as promised. No complaints, only compliments. The undoubted strengths of this jacket are its impenetrability to wind and precipitation, adjustability/function, and the hood design.As promised, the jacket is both windproof and waterproof yet somehow extremely lightweight and durable. I was caught out in severe thunderstorms with lots of hail, wind, and rain--multiple times--with this jacket, and it performed as expected.I especially like the hood and collar design of this jacket. The hood has the perfect design at, and over, the brim, where the combination of the hood and a hat or helmet keeps precipitation completely out of your face. The hood is extremely well thought out to every last detail: the cut, cinch pulls, size, and adjustability. And, the high collar covers your neck and face for additional, great protection.After surviving multiple thunderstorms on the trail, I wondered how waterproof this jacket really was. So, I put it to the test--a five minute shower. I can say it passed the shower test with flying colors. Only a very small amount of water penetrated the lower portion or the front zip but everything else was bone dry. Investigating further, Arc'teryx does state that the front zip is "WaterTight" ("highly water resistant, but not waterproof"), so I believe the front zip performs as claimed. However, the jacket was completely waterproof in the field, and I believe it would perform just as well under colder, more severe conditions (i.e., snow and ice).This is, quite simply, the best windproof/waterproof jacket I have ever donned---you cannot go wrong with this jacket, it is reliable, durable, and lightweight.
This is THE quintessential 3L Goretex Ice Climbing Hardshell and Arcteryx has perfected it over the years. Some reviews online are calling it overkill, but I don't agree. The cut does a good job not riding up when raising my arms when wearing a harness, the face material is the right balance between being burly and lightweight, and the pockets are in the right places. The two chest pockets are so huge, I think the designers intend them to be where you store gloves and things you want to keep warm as opposed to the inner mesh pockets I'm more used to. The one mesh pocket inside the jacket holds a water bottle well. My only concern is the velcro cuffs icing up when used over the cuff, on my BD hardshell ski jacket I added snaps- you can buy them at the hardware store. ... MoreThis is THE quintessential 3L Goretex Ice Climbing Hardshell and Arcteryx has perfected it over the years. Some reviews online are calling it overkill, but I don't agree. The cut does a good job not riding up when raising my arms when wearing a harness, the face material is the right balance between being burly and lightweight, and the pockets are in the right places. The two chest pockets are so huge, I think the designers intend them to be where you store gloves and things you want to keep warm as opposed to the inner mesh pockets I'm more used to. The one mesh pocket inside the jacket holds a water bottle well. My only concern is the velcro cuffs icing up when used over the cuff, on my BD hardshell ski jacket I added snaps- you can buy them at the hardware store. It's just an all around awesome piece of kit.
I wasn't sure about this when I bought it, and decided to just try it. I found that the new Alpha Jacket is the best shell I have ever used. Having previously had an Alpha SV, Beta SV and Beta AR....this jacket is the overall winner. The chest pockets are perfect and allow for access with hipbelt or harness, and the storm hood should be the only hood used on any Arteryx jacket. (I think this is a better shell than the new Beta AR with Storm Hood).Much lighter and flexible than the Alpha SV, and it packs smaller. Still, some crinkling from the Goretex Pro shell, but less than the Alpha SV. Actually my only issue is I wish there were more color options, which seems to be a problem with most Arteryx jackets (please get this fixed).All things considered I highly ... MoreI wasn't sure about this when I bought it, and decided to just try it. I found that the new Alpha Jacket is the best shell I have ever used. Having previously had an Alpha SV, Beta SV and Beta AR....this jacket is the overall winner. The chest pockets are perfect and allow for access with hipbelt or harness, and the storm hood should be the only hood used on any Arteryx jacket. (I think this is a better shell than the new Beta AR with Storm Hood).Much lighter and flexible than the Alpha SV, and it packs smaller. Still, some crinkling from the Goretex Pro shell, but less than the Alpha SV. Actually my only issue is I wish there were more color options, which seems to be a problem with most Arteryx jackets (please get this fixed).All things considered I highly recommend this shell, and am really enjoying using it!
Genuinely the best outdoor Shell jacket ever purchased. This jacket is fully waterproof, warm, fits so well as a outer layer, feel high quality, and it SO stylish. In the three months I have had the Orca colorway, I have gotten countless compliments on the design, fit, and overall look of the jacket, as it looks stylish even on a sunny day! Truly one of my favorite pieces of clothing in my wardrobe. This jacket has never failed to keep me dry, even under the shower for 30 mins for a test, not even a drop wet with nothing underneath. It fits so well with the atom hoody underneath (another top tier purchase), and is the perfect shell. Although it is pricey, if you are going to use it often, it is so worth the price, as it will last you years. I have used this skiing, ... MoreGenuinely the best outdoor Shell jacket ever purchased. This jacket is fully waterproof, warm, fits so well as a outer layer, feel high quality, and it SO stylish. In the three months I have had the Orca colorway, I have gotten countless compliments on the design, fit, and overall look of the jacket, as it looks stylish even on a sunny day! Truly one of my favorite pieces of clothing in my wardrobe. This jacket has never failed to keep me dry, even under the shower for 30 mins for a test, not even a drop wet with nothing underneath. It fits so well with the atom hoody underneath (another top tier purchase), and is the perfect shell. Although it is pricey, if you are going to use it often, it is so worth the price, as it will last you years. I have used this skiing, in super rainy days, In the snow, on a cloudy cold day, at night, in the mall, or doing regular daily activities, keeping me warm and stylish all day. Totally recommend, and I am so happy with this purchase.
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| color | Stone Wash |
| size | XL |
