ALPHA ROS 2 LIGHT JACKET

A jacket that is perfectly suited to cool conditions, especially on days when you need protection from the cold air but don't need your winter jacket yet. If you dress too warmly, you will sweat and risk catching a cold because your body is wet. Conversely, not dressing warm enough can prevent you from reaching the right temperature and enjoying your outing.

The concepts behind its construction are simple enough: windproof protection on the front-facing surfaces, highly breathable fabrics on the rear-facing surfaces, and water repellency throughout in case you get a few drops of rain. But what makes this jacket extraordinary is the simple design processes that went into it. Wind protection is provided by our lightweight, two-way stretch GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® fabric that moves with you, yet is so light you’ll barely notice you’re wearing it. This lightweight windproof layer is lined with a separate ProSecco Strada inner layer, with a zipper that can be opened independently for perfect ventilation control. The back is made from our Nano Flex Xtra Dry fabric, which provides a good level of insulation without a membrane, allowing for the wicking of large amounts of sweat. The close-fitting cut avoids loose fabrics and small details really make a difference: easy-to-pull-down/pull-up YKK® zippers, reflective drainage holes on the pockets, flat silicone waistband.

Bottom line: With all these features, this jacket is a consistent staff favorite at Castelli. We think it'll be one of your favorites, too.

• GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 150 fabric on the front and sleeves provides wind protection, high breathability and effective rain protection
• Nano Flex Xtra Dry at the back for added ventilation and to let heat and sweat escape while wicking away rain thanks to a water-repellent finish from nanotechnology
• The double-layer Alpha construction separates the windproof layer from the insulating layer, allowing for better ventilation management
• ProSecco Strada inner layer for lightweight insulation with effective moisture management
• Double YKK® Vislon® front zipper
• Zipped front pocket
• 3 back pockets with laser-cut reflective drainage holes
• The raw edge waist is very flat and follows your every move
• 7°-15°C / 45°-59°F
• Weight:421 g