
Waterproof Jackets
Alpkit waterproof jackets use breakthrough technology to give highly breathable protection in the worst weather. Each is designed for a particular use. So you get exceptional performance whether you run, hike, climb or bike.
Waterproof Jackets
Alpkit waterproof jackets use breakthrough technology to give highly breathable protection in the worst weather. Each is designed for a particular use. So you get exceptional performance whether you run, hike, climb or bike.
Which Alpkit waterproof jacket should I choose?
Alpkit makes proven waterproof jackets created from a lifetime's experience of developing high-performance outdoor clothing. That, and years and years of time well spent outside.
All Alpkit waterproof jackets are highly breathable and designed with a specific use in mind. Our jackets perform exceptionally well. And everything we make is done with positive environmental choices, so we use recycled fabrics where possible and are moving to PFC-free durable water repellents across the range.
Here's an overview of the range to help you choose.
Balance
High-performance, lightweight waterproof for mountain sports
- High-performance, tough protection for hiking, climbing, biking and scrambling
- Alpine cut for freedom of movement
- Highly breathable, lightweight fabric

Gravitas
Ultra-lightweight waterproof for running, riding and racing
- Just 170 grams - one of the lightest 3-layer waterproof jackets available
- Cut for freedom of movement
- Packs down to the size of an apple

Fortitude
Ultimate hillwalking protection
- Tough 3-layer fabric for highly breathable protection
- Relaxed fit for layering up
- Adjustable hood fits perfectly to your head

Definition
Serious protection on high mountains
- Tough 3-layer fabric gives impenetrable storm protection
- Full featured with helmet compatible hood, side vents to dump heat, harness compatible two-way zip and waterproof pockets
- Cut to fit over multiple layers and made for movement

Argonaut
Multi-activity waterproof for getting out in anything
- Light, packable with a fully featured hood
- Highly breathable 2.5 layer fabric
- Relaxed fit for layering up

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