The Snow Peak Alpha Direct Vest is the ideal throw on for a quick win when you need some warmth without the weight. Offering high breathability and heat retention, it efficiently keeps your core warm whilst suppressing stuffiness during activity. It can be worn in a number of different layering scenarios to keep you the perfect temperature no matter the season.

Polartec Alpha Direct was originally developed for the US military as an insulated fill alternative, it has taken off in popularity with ultralight hikers as a standalone fleece replacement. By placing patented low-density fibres between air permeable woven layers Polartec® created a more efficient fabric for regulating warmth and transferring moisture. This advancement increases thermal adaptability in changing conditions and different phases of physical activity. Alpha is also hydrophobic, so it won't absorb moisture even if you start to sweat. Alpha is certified Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®.