This special release includes discontinued Arc'teryx LEAF products that are brand new, unused, and in original condition. These items are no longer in production and are offered in limited quantities. Due to the high demand and limited inventory, we ask that you please review the following order policies carefully before making a purchase:

Important Ordering Information:

• Processing Time: Please allow up to 7 business days for order processing due to increased volume during this sale.
• Order Finality: Once an order is placed, we are unable to make any modifications. This includes changes to size, quantity, product selection, color, or shipping address.
• Multiple Orders: We cannot combine shipping on multiple orders. Each order will be processed and shipped individually.
• Address Accuracy: Please ensure your shipping address is correct at checkout. If you need to make any changes, you will need to cancel and resubmit your order. Inventory is limited, and we cannot guarantee availability if you choose to reorder.
• Fulfillment Status: Once an order is in the fulfillment stage, it cannot be canceled under any circumstance.
• Shipping Confirmation: You will receive a notification with tracking information once your order has shipped.

Final Sale Policy:

All items in this collection are final sale. We are unable to accept returns, exchanges, or offer refunds.

The Arc'teryx Alpine Guide Jacket is built for professionals who operate where comfort is a luxury and failure isn’t an option. Whether you're running rescue ops, vertical ascents, or multi-day alpine pushes, this jacket is a straight-up mountain workhorse. Crafted from N80d Most Rugged GORE-TEX PRO, it delivers a beastly blend of weatherproofing, abrasion resistance, and mobility, without weighing you down.

Strategically engineered features like the helmet-compatible StormHood™, radio-sized chest pocket, and high-placed hand pockets keep this piece mission-ready in any condition. The Cohaesive™ cordlocks are glove-friendly, the gusseted underarms keep your reach unrestricted, and pit zips let you dump heat when the climb gets serious. Add in a die-cut Velcro® cuff system, Hemlock™ harness retention, and non-reflective materials, and you’ve got one hell of a shell that’s dialed for the job, not the gram.

Yes, this jacket contains PFAS (for now), but it’s compliant and built to last. Arc'teryx is actively transitioning toward PFAS-free alternatives across the line.

Why We Love It

Because it's the kind of jacket you forget about until you need it—then it does exactly what it's supposed to. Whether you're mid-pitch in a storm or coordinating a rescue from basecamp, the Alpine Guide is that rare combo of trustworthy, technical, and overbuilt where it matters.

Features:

Technical features

• Waterproof
• Windproof
• Breathable
• Lightweight
• Durable

Collar configuration

• Laminated chin guard with brushed microsuede facing for added comfort
• Tall collar

Construction

• Micro-seam allowance (1.6 mm) reduces bulk and weight
• Strategically placed narrow GORE seam tape (8mm width)

Cuff & Sleeves configuration

• Die-cut Velcro® cuff adjusters reduce bulk, and won't catch or tear off

Fabric treatment

• Arc'teryx Nu water repellent treatment

Hem configuration

• Drop back hem
• External Cohaesive™ hem adjusters function as Hemlock™ to prevent jacket from slipping out from under a climbing harness
• Cord adjusters are split to prevent accidental clipping with a carabiner

Hood configuration

• Laminated brim
• Cohaesive™ hood adjustments for ease of use with mittens or gloves
• Helmet compatible StormHood™ provides full coverage without impacting visibility
• Highly visible Orange hood is easily identifiable from the ground or air

Patterning

• e3D Ergonomic 3-Dimensional patterning for enhanced comfort and mobility
• No-lift gusseted underarms

Pocket configuration

• Left chest pocket is sized to be radio compatible
• Note: Our WaterTight™ zippers are highly water resistant, but not waterproof. We do not recommend keeping items in your pockets that may be damaged by moisture
• Internal zippered pocket
• Two high, crossover hand pockets with WaterTight™ zips

Sustainability

• PFAS Warning - Made with PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) chemicals

Zippers & Fly configuration

• TPU zipper-pulls reduce noise and are easy to grab
• WaterTight™ external zippers
• Pit zippers for easy venting
• Full front zip with wind flap
• Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Weight: 415g / 14.6 oz
• Fit: Regular
• Activity: Rock Climbing/Ice Climbing/Alpine Climbing/Mountain Rescue
• Model: X000005350
• Manufacturing facility: Arcteryx Equipment (FG), Canada

Materials:

• Self: N80d Most Rugged 3L GORE-TEX PRO - bluesign Approved Material
• French Regulation: AGEC Law - Article 13
• Origin of fabric: KOREA
• Origin of dyeing: CHINA
• May release plastic microfibres into the environment when washing

Care:

• Machine wash medium
• Tumble dry normal medium
• Do not bleach
• Do not dry clean
• Do not iron
• Wash separately
• Do not use fabric softener
• Close all fastenings before wash
• Double rinse
• Do not leave wet
• Remove immediately