By refining the shape and size of its lofted fibers alpha direct can be in direct contact with skin or other fabric layers.
Polartec alpha direct insulation.
Rab s alpha direct uses a stripped down version of polartec alpha with the original inner liner fabric removed so the core alpha fibre layer is exposed.
Our alpha direct insulator exemplifies the light and fast put it on keep it on mantra that pete gaston advocates when in the mountains.
This visible technology offers direct warmth increased breathability and compressibility and even faster dry times.
Polartec alpha was invented for the u s.
They required a superior insulation system for extreme temperature variations and the start stop conditions of combat.
Alpha direct active insulation.
As a bonus it has a luxurious soft fluffy feel to it though the exterior pertex microlight fabric adds plenty of wind and water resistance and a handy hood adds versatility.
Polartec alpha direct insulation takes alpha s features one step further with enhanced resiliency and durability.
Polartec alpha direct is an evolution of original alpha technology that eliminates the need for a backing fabric to create an enclosed fabric package.
Used as a light midlayer or a stand alone all day piece on spring missions this jacket is lined with 90gm of exposed polartec alpha direct and faced with our air permeable recon air fabric making it the ideal midlayer to pair with the incredible.
Alpha direct s insulating fibers are uniquely shaped and sized to eliminate the need for a facing fabric.
Alpha active insulation.
The lofoten alpha raw uses a combination of polartec alpha direct and polartec power grid in a mid layer class jacket for high output activities like skiing and snowboarding.