Name: NW Alpine Spectra
Brand: NW Alpine
SKU: 62a3a2f4503ea4c2d10ebd36
Rating: 4.0 (5 reviews)

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Though the brand name and material may both be new to the scene, the two are working in conjunction to set a high bar when it comes to lightweight, technical clothing. The NW Alpine Spectra is just one piece in a line that is the first in the world to incorporate Spectra fiber &mdash; an innovative material that is engineered to be lighter and stronger than Kevlar. This highly technical, highly breathable, ultra-lightweight layer is able to easily withstand normal abrasion, rips, and tears, yet it is as soft next-to-skin as merino wool. No longer do mountain athletes have to sacrifice durability to save weight, nor do they have to substitute comfort for performance.
Though it is a versatile, lightweight option, the Spectra won't provide you with any of the insulation you may need to make it through the coldest days of winter. Despite all of the advances this top is making in the world of base layers, it still falls victim to some common pitfalls of full synthetics &mdash; even casual efforts leave this top smelling as if you just pushed for an FKT. So while you may find yourself washing this top more than usual, you can rest assured knowing that the Spectra Long Sleeve won't wear out quickly. This ultra-durable lightweight base layer is built for the rigors of rock climbing but performs equally well as a trail running top or for working hard in the skin track when backcountry skiing. If you're looking for a lightweight base layer, this is the best we've tested.

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ValueI’m prone to spending $20 on a pound of fresh-roasted Kenyan coffee and $15 for a sixer of my favorite local IPA, so take my rating here with several grains of pink Himalayan finishing-salt. The Fast/Light is on the heavy side. Its hood could use improvement. It costs a bit more than many other softies of similar performance

 It does not want to hear about how sometimes you’ll wear it with your nice corduroy pants. It most certainly doesn’t give a single shit about where you like to carry your phone.

Mobility/Comfort While the Fast/Light moniker isn’t the most apt for this jacket, I totally get why the NW Alpine crew decided against more descriptive names: Unencumbered/Cozy or Snug/Fluid just don’t have the same ring, somehow. Names aside, this long-armed and close-cut piece delivered outstanding comfort and flexibility during even my most gymnastic efforts.

Weight Considering its trim fit, single pocket, and simple design ethic, I fully expected the Fast/Light to be, well, lighter.  Once I’d experienced its warmth and general burliness, however, I felt that the extra ounces were well-spent.

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 So while you may find yourself washing this top more than usual, you can rest assured knowing that the Spectra Long Sleeve won't wear out quickly. This ultra-durable lightweight base layer is built for the rigors of rock climbing but performs equally well as a trail running top or for working hard in the skin track when backcountry skiing. If you're looking for a lightweight base layer, this is the best we've tested.

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 While the DWR-coated ripstop nylon won’t keep you dry long in a deluge, it also won’t keep you soaked in your own sweat since it breathes like a fiend. The cut is baggy and unflattering, but we assume you’re not out there for the looks.Buy now: $120  This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano

 We put it on at the beginning of a three-day hike in the White Mountains and didn’t take off until we stepped out of the woods. The PowerDry material is just the right weight on its own for comfort in the 40-60 degree temperature range during high-exertion activities. It pulled sweat away effectively and warded off the chill above tree line. The pocket was perfect for an energy gel and the hood was great when the mountain breeze picked up and while sleeping at night

 One of those is NW Alpine, based in that outdoor playground, Portland, Oregon.MORE HANDS-ON REVIEWS: Bontrager Aura 5 TLR | Brazen Coffee Brewer | Billingham Hadley Shoulder BagRather than trying to be all things to all people by selling board shorts and running shoes, NW Alpine focuses only on making minimalist, durable mountaineering and rock climbing clothing. Its lineup is small but covers the basics of base, insulation and shell layers with a theme of brutal minimalism — less pockets, toggles and elastic, all of which means there’s less to break, rip or snag when you’re facing an overhang 1,000 feet off the deck. We’d like to think that this is how the big brands used to be: climbers making gear for climbers with an obsessive eye for function and quality

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 This type of Polartec fabric was new to me and it is really comfortable worn directly over skin. The thumb loops are welcome when slipping my wind shell on and the hood has a nice snug fit that works great under both my ski and climbing helmets. The zippered chest pocket was a great size for my iPhone (and convenient to keep it close and warm). Summary

 The zippered chest pocket was a great size for my iPhone (and convenient to keep it close and warm). Summary

I went with a size large which was an athletic but not too snug fit for my 5’9″ 180 lb 42 inch chest. It was a more casual but functional fit for Erik who is 5’8″, 160 lb. To select the right fit just use the size chart above and the best measurement to refer to would be chest size.

Gear Review- NW Alpine Black Spider Hoody

NW Alpine products measure up price-wise with other high end clothing companies: A Polartec Black Spider Hoodie is $110; climbing-inspired Mens and Womens Fast/Light softshell jackets cost $220; and the 4.9 ounce Eyebright Jacket (the company calls it “the lightest fully featured waterproof/breathable jacket on the market”) made with Dyneema and eVent membrane is $600.

The gear has been through tough conditions such as the ascents of the Northwest Face of Mount Dickey and the 6,400-meter Hispar Sar in Pakistan.

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