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Alpha Sweater - Oat

· High warmth-to-weight ratio
· Super breathable + lightweight
· Sewn by hand in the USA

Regular price $ 148.00
ColorOAT
SizeXS
DESCRIPTION

Active insulation disguised as a sweater.

The Alpha Sweater hides technical insulation inside a casual silhouette. Made in the USA with Polartec® Alpha® Direct, this sweater is purpose built for stop-and-go efforts, like bike riding, where you need to dump heat quickly. The lofted fibers sit on a super breathable mesh core, keeping you warm without weighing you down. It is also 50% lighter and more compressible than traditional fleece. Weight weenies, read that again.

Originally adopted by thru-hikers, Alpha Direct is so lightweight it almost feels like magic. Unlike traditional fleece, it releases excess heat while you ride and traps warmth when you stop.

Technical fabrics work hard, but they appreciate a little care in return. Follow the golden rule: treat it as you’d like to be treated. Wash gently and hang to dry to keep it performing its best for years to come.

Fit Notes:
  • Order your standard Ornot size for a trim, technical fit.
  • Size up for a more casual feel.
  • Size down for an on-bike base layer fit.
FEATURES

· 100% Recycled ultralight poly (120 GSM)
· High warmth-to-weight ratio
· Abrasion-resistant fabric in high-wear areas
· 50% lighter and more compressible than other fleece
· Resists moisture (Fog) and fast-drying
· Regular fit, choose your usual size, or size up for “fashion”
· OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified
· Sewn by hand in the USA

SHIPPING, EXCHANGES, AND RETURNS

· Most orders will ship within 48 hours from our warehouse located in San Diego. Orders are processed Monday - Friday during normal business hours.

· Free (and easy) exchanges, we want you in the correct size.

· 30-day return window.

· Sale items are eligible for exchanges and store credit only.

1 YEAR WARRANTY

· Our clothing is made by hand and made to last. We stand by our construction and fabrics and offer a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects. The most sustainable clothing is the kind that lasts many seasons. Need a repair? Questions? Email us, we’re pretty good at typing.

· Crash Replacement Assistance - We offer a discounted replacement if you happen to fall and destroy your clothing. (We recommend that you don’t use this)

Made in usa

Special projects

One of the most sustainable things we can do? Use what already exists. That’s the concept behind Special Projects—limited-run garments made from premium deadstock fabrics, cut and sewn in California. When they're gone, they're gone.

Made in USA

Everything in our Special Projects Collection is made in California. Working closely with our sewing partners helps us maintain quality, move quickly, and build real relationships with the people who bring these pieces to life.

Deadstock Fabric

Deadstock is fabric that was overproduced, abandoned, or never made it to the cutting table. Instead of letting it sit in a warehouse, we turn it into something new. The catch? We only get one shot.

Very Limited

Deadstock, by definition, is limited. We may love a color or texture, but when the fabric is gone, it's gone. Each piece is an invitation to create something unique, and a chance to own a small part of Ornot history.

Ornot + Polartec

Great minds think alike—and by great minds, we mean anyone who sees the potential in leftover fabric. Polartec has been pioneering recycled textiles for years, which makes them a natural fit for our Special Projects. Whether it’s upcycling deadstock or reinventing performance fabrics, we’re both on a mission to make more out of what’s already here. As our partnership grows, so does our lineup of smarter, more responsible gear. Ride in it, geek out over it, or both.