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technical details s o ft shellsd ry cuffs tm zipper garages lami nat edstretch wo venslami nat e d construction hybrid te chnology wi ndstopper ® one-to-one stretch wo vens introduced 1998 introduced 1998 introduced 1998 introduced 2001 introduced 2001 introduced 2002 introduced 2003 most arc teryx jackets most arc teryx jackets alpha sv suit gamma sv jacket vest gamma mx jacket hoody gamma mx pant gamma salopette easyrider jacket most arc teryx softshells alpha sv suit alpha comp hoody seeker comp jacket sigma sv jacket sigma ar jacket sigma lt jacket alpha comp hoody gamma ar pant gamma lt pant accelero jacket velox jacket pants switchback shirt pants 67 arc teryx initiated the softshell revolution by introducing a new generation of laminated stretchwoven fabric modern softshells provide liberated movement breathability and an elevated level of weather protection to improve the performance benefits of our softshells we developed new construction methods added custom components and sourced new fabrics to broaden the spectrum of softshell usability die-cut and laminated these hydrophobic cuffs stop moisture from wicking into garment sleeves easy to operate with bulky handwear or numb fingers the curved and abrasion resistant tabs create a precision seal to block the elements each one of these hand-shaped and laminated garages plays an integral role in our watertight story providing a snug undercover home for our smooth-sliding watertight zipper sliders these waterproof shelters complete our garment s weatherproof seal and ensure total moisture protection in collaboration with malden mills® we helped develop the modern softshell fabric single-layer elemental protection was created by laminating an extremely durable wind and moisture resistant stretchwoven outer face to an insulative and breathable fleece inner this four-season fabric allows increased aerobic activity with maximum mobility while repelling weather and resisting abrasion using our advanced lamination techniques we bond components directly to our garments eliminating excessive stitching and uncomfortable seams the end result is higher levels of technical performance and a cleaner aesthetic in a fusion of moisture protection and freedom of movement our hybrids place waterproof-breathable ptfe fabrics in high exposure areas and stretch-woven textiles in mobility critical regions delivering backcountry storm protection with performance enhancing stretch our hybrids cross the boundary between specialization and versatility combining total wind protection with outstanding breathability windstopper® fabrics safeguard core temperature while allowing perspiration to evaporate an ultra-thin membrane is sandwiched between a fuzzy inner material and a moisture repellant outer face fabric creating a permanent barrier that eliminates the windchill factor tweave® durastretch® is a highly dynamic and breathable fabric that is extraordinarily durable constructed with an over-under thread pattern and one-to-one weave the yarns lie flat to resist abrasion this lightweight textile won t pick pill or abrade while delivering liberated movement and breathability.

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