The moments we remember most in life are rarely the ones that come easily. The Black Diamond Alpine Start Hoodie is built to stand up against the kinds of trying conditions that produce those unforgettable days. The Alpine Start Hoodie is an ultralight, softshell windshirt that offers minimalist-minded protection against stiff ridgeline breezes and light, unexpected precip. Perfect for those pre-dawn skinning sessions or a post-climb top-out, the highly breathable and highly packable Alpine Start Hoodie from Black Diamond will quickly become an essential part of your kit.