Description
An ultralight softshell designed to shield weightconscious climbers from ridgeline gusts and light weather, the Black Diamond Alpine Start Hoody features Schoeller stretch-woven fabric to provide highly breathable and highly packable weather resistance. An updated, women’s specific silhouette provides an increased range of motion and unrestricted movement, so that you can keep climbing even in windy and cold conditions. Elastic banding on hood, cuffs, and hem seals in warmth and secures fit, while a drop hem is harness-compatible.
Product Features
- Adjustable, climbing-helmet-compatible hood
- Stows in chest pocket with carabiner clip loop
- Drop hem for more coverage under harness
- Elasticized hood, cuffs, and hem
KaylaVerified Buyer –
Gigantic hood
Love having this jacket in my running pack as an emergency layer or for windy ridges. However, the hood is comically large. I get that this is so they’re helmet compatible, but I do find that the hood splays out and exposes quite a bit of your neck when it’s down (rather than standing more upright). The sleeves are also super long. Not the first B
Matthew G.Verified Buyer –
Schoeller
This is a great jacket. Any item made with Schoeller fabric will have a great weight to warmth ratio and enough weatherproofing to handle a brisk hike in light rain. The minimal features is a plus. This a daily wear piece especially in the early morning mountains, fall and spring.
Katie W.Verified Buyer –
Alpine Start
Great jacket perfect for hiking or anything outdoorsy.
Elizabeth P.Verified Buyer –
Love it
It fits perfectly and is a great material. Lightweight and perfect as a soft shell layer when climbing