Patagonia

Alpine Houdini Jacket - Women's

It's a bit strange how something like the Patagonia Women's Alpine Houdini Jacket be ultimately so bulletproof yet so featherlight—so obscure that you might think it's an optical illusion. However, we'd like to dispel those myths and remind you that this is in fact a real jacket. Built with dependability in mind (that is, unlike your local weatherman), the Alpine Houdini Jacket weathers the storm with ease—so whether you're embarking on a local multi-pitch or hustling through some chossy scree fields for the day, this jacket does the trick.

First and foremost, this incredibly lightweight jacket comes in at a whopping 6.3oz, so it won't burden your ascent and ultimately serves as emergency shelter when an unexpected storm catches you on an exposed rock face.The robust ripstop nylon offers a strong front against grabby branches and rocks, and the combination of polyurethane and DWR helps during flippant spit-storms or fierce gusts of wind. Not to mention, the helmet compatible hood is super convenient for keeping those blustery winds at bay. Although should the sun come out to play, there's no slight-of-hand tricks or optical illusions when it comes to turning a full-coverage jacket into a tiny package. Simply cram the jacket into its own chest pocket, and presto!