Bill, founder of NW Alpine, has this to say about their latest insulating layer–the Haleine Alpha 90 Hoody:
“Haleine” is French for “breathe,” and this hoody is designed to deliver warmth and breathability like never before.
Why it’s special:
- Polartec® Alpha Direct® 90gsm fleece gives you high warmth-to-weight performance—just under 5 oz (in a men’s medium), making it incredibly packable and ideal for ultralight adventures.
- The fabric is quick-drying and highly breathable, delivering instant warmth when you need it and venting excess heat actively ‑ perfect for mixed-intensity mountain days.
- The hood is balaclava-style and under helmet-compatible, offering serious protection from the cold without unnecessary bulk.
- Elastic bindings on the hem and cuffs enhance durability and help seal in warmth.
Built to perform (and endure):
- Sized XS–XXL, weighing around 5 oz in medium.
- Made with 78 % recycled polyester, using Polartec® fleece milled in the USA and finished in bluesign®–approved processes.
- Entirely Made in the USA—designed in Salem, OR; fabrics sourced from Tennessee; cut + sewn in Baltimore, and fulfilled across the globe.
Perfect for your adventures:
Whether you’re thru-hiking, mountaineering, or tackling cold-weather trail runs, the Haleine is built to keep pace with active bodies. It layers easily under shells or wears solo on crisp mornings.
