The use of Alpha Direct offers increased versatility compared with traditional puffer styles, since it forms a complete air permeable package without needing to be paired with a backing fabric. Polartec Power Grid fabric is used on the shoulders, sleeves and back as a fast-wicking solution to keep your skin dry when you sweat. The raised fabric grid segments on the inside create touch points for moisture to wick off the skin. While the air channels between them deliver superior breathability and compressibility together with an outstanding warmth-to-weight ratio. AWA HYBRID offers a combination of unique performance attributes that is highly sought after by outdoor athletes looking for versatility. Designed to be worn in both the “stop” and “go” phases and to adapt to different intensity levels, it copes superbly with overheating phases like hard climbs. Wind protection is provided in the lower-core and kidney area by an extremely lightweight fabric outer with a low denier rating and high density weave.