The Mission Alpine shell is built for alpine climbers, ice climbers, and mountaineers who push the limits.Spectra® ripstop delivers durability and toughness in high-wear areas and our BD.dry ™ hydrophobic membrane construction provides ultimate protection in wet conditions. Designed in our ethos of ‘Apparel as Equipment,’ for when your gear needs to perform as hard as you do, the Mission Alpine shell features articulated sleeves for improved range of motion, while the over-helmet hood features RECCO® technology. Fully taped seams and YKK® Aquagaurd® zippers round out the feature set on this burly mountain shell.