The vest that breathes with you. The Norrona Women's Lyngen Alpha90 Vest masters the impossible balance between staying warm and staying cool, making it the ultimate piece for women who refuse to choose between comfort and performance.
Built around revolutionary Polartec Alpha insulation, this vest thinks ahead of your body's thermostat. When you're cranking uphill and generating heat, it releases excess warmth before you overheat. When you stop for that summit photo and your metabolism drops, it traps just enough heat to keep you comfortable. It's like having a personal climate control system.
That lightweight double-weave recycled nylon face fabric isn't just eco-friendly—it's performance-driven. The 20D ripstop construction with PFC-free DWR treatment shrugs off moisture and wind while adding just enough stretch for natural movement. At 200 grams in size M, this vest disappears into your pack but makes its presence known when conditions demand extra warmth.
The technical fit strikes that perfect sweet spot between fitted performance and layering capability. The asymmetric longer back cut provides extra coverage when you're bent over adjusting bindings or navigating technical terrain. No cold spots sneaking up your spine during exposed traverses.
Smart details make the difference between good gear and great gear. Hand-warming pockets for frozen fingers, chest pocket for essentials, beanie-compatible hood with one-hand adjustment for changing conditions. The inner placket eliminates zipper cold spots while the elastic bottom hem seals out drafts.
This vest transitions seamlessly from ski touring missions to mountain biking adventures to daily urban exploration. The technical construction handles high-output activities while the clean aesthetic works everywhere from trailheads to coffee shops.
Polartec Alpha90 insulation represents the cutting edge of breathable warmth technology. That highly open-knit recycled construction maintains consistent insulation properties whether you're charging uphill or cruising down, during both the "go" and "stop" phases of mountain adventures.
The soft brushed chin protection eliminates zipper rash during full-zip moments, while the recycled materials throughout mean your mountain adventures leave a lighter environmental footprint.
Core Insulation: Polartec Alpha90 (90g/m²) highly breathable synthetic fill
Thermal Management: Continuous heat release with consistent warmth retention
Activity Response: Optimized for both high-output and rest phases
Breathability: World-leading ventilation during aerobic activities
Recycled Content: Sustainable materials throughout insulation system
Face Fabric: Double-weave recycled nylon aero100 with stretch integration
Weight: 200g in size M for minimal pack penalty
Durability: 20D ripstop construction for tear resistance
Water Resistance: PFC-free DWR treatment for moisture protection
Wind Defense: Breathable wind protection without bulk
Fit: Technical cut with feminine tailoring and movement optimization
Back Length: Asymmetric longer back for enhanced coverage during activity
Layer Integration: Designed for multiple mid-layer combinations underneath
Movement: Unrestricted range of motion for climbing and mountaineering
Proportions: Women-specific sizing and fit architecture
Hood: Beanie-compatible with one-hand adjustment capability
Pockets: Hand-warming pockets plus chest pocket with zipper closure
Hem: Elastic bottom for draft elimination and fit security
Zipper: Inner placket prevents cold spots and improves comfort
Chin Guard: Soft brushed protection against zipper irritation
Primary Use: Ski touring and high-intensity mountain activities
Secondary Applications: Mountain biking, hiking, urban outdoor wear
Intensity Range: Mid to high-output activities with thermal regulation
Season: Three-season use with layering system integration
Versatility: Technical mountain use to everyday outdoor wear
Recycled Materials: Face fabric and insulation from recycled sources
PFC-Free: DWR treatment without harmful perfluorinated chemicals
Durability: Long-lasting construction reduces replacement needs
Environmental Impact: Reduced footprint through material choices
Responsible Manufacturing: Sustainable production practices
