DESCRIPTION

The Alchemy Jacket is the flagship of Mountain Hardwear's softshell line, and is what hardcore climbers first donned when this whole softshell craze started. Using Gore WindStopper Trango fabric with brushed inner fleece, and stretch Polartec Power Shield panels in key areas, Alchemy has the “soft” part covered. But it's in the “shell” portion where Alchemy really kicks ass. Alchemy employs a 100%-windproof laminate (Gore WindStopper) to nix wind chill, drastically reducing heat loss. In addition, the combo of a durable, tightly woven outer surface, the WindStopper membrane, and a superior durable water-repellent finish gives the Alchemy the ability to resist water penetration unmatched by other purported softshells.