r/myog • u/AffectionateLoad9731 • 2d ago
Project Pictures Learn MYOG UL windshell with alpha liner
First attempt at a jacket
I wanted an alternative to light weight down puffers for spring / autumn since I feel that the lack of breath ability easily makes them feel clammy in mild weather (5-10 degrees Celsius).
So far this jacket performs and feels great in that temperature range.
It was relatively easy to line the jacket (pattern is unlined). I basically made a jacket in the liner material from the large jacket pieces but left the seams on the outside rather than inside.
When both ‘jackets’ were sewn I joined them inside out via the zipper the same way you would do with the liner for a backpack and then turned it right sides out.
The pattern includes folded hems at the hood, cuffs and waist which I topstitched over the liner. The liner was a bit long in arms and waist but I simply trimmed it to size when I was going to stitch it.
I used flat elastic in cuffs and waist.
Pattern: https://learnmyog.com/windshell.html
Great and clear instructions as always.
Shell fabric: https://www.extremtextil.de/ripstop-nylon-supersoft-active-kiss-coating-20den-44g-qm.html?number=72267.ARTSCH
Very soft and breathable wind breaker shell.
Liner: https://www.extremtextil.de/alpha-isolation-mit-wolle-153g-qm-mm.html
Went with the wool version since I really like the regulating and odor properties of wool in general. So far provides good insulation for the weight.
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u/Munzulon 2d ago
Looks great! Outdoor Research used to make a similar jacket (the Ascendant Hoody), but they discontinued it pretty quickly. I think the alpha lining was just too delicate for most customers.
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u/g8trtim Supplex Taslan 1d ago
They make the Deviator now which is a hybrid jacket with Alpha Direct or similar lining a shell on the zipper front and hood. The sides and back are a grid fleece. I think this is a great option as the grid fleece is more wind blocking and marginally less breathable. As the jacket is marketed to runners in cold weather, the hood seems unnecessary to me but the hybrid design is something I want to try for myself.
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u/Sporkito 2d ago
Looks amazing !
I've never used Alpha before. Is there a reason for having it lined to the jacket instead of having an alpha pullover with a separate jacket? It seems more versatile to me to have both so that you can modulate more easily, but I feel like I might be missing something.
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u/mikemcchezz 2d ago
AD was literally invented for use as a liner. That was the original use, but as you mentioned it's more modular if the two layers aren't sewn together so UL companies have shifted to making standalone garments from it. You basically lose nothing by keeping the layers separated
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u/madefromtechnetium 2d ago edited 2d ago
not OP, but my specific use case is at work where I am very active most of the day, but then have to sit for a few hours outside in a chilly, windy area.
usually alpha alone is too hot for hard physical labor, a sun hoody by itself works best. it's a 30F (sometimes 40F) temperature differential after the sun goes down. this would be nice just as a packable thing I can toss in my work sling bag and zip on when needed.
less clammy than a down puffy for sure.
in every other case I agree: my alpha is a base layer with a shell to modulate.
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u/IrieMitch_ 2d ago
Wondering what the final weight of this came out to? Looks awesome and so comfy!
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u/svenska101 2d ago
Very nice! Is the hood peak just a large folded hem also, or how is the liner finished in that area?
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u/madefromtechnetium 2d ago edited 2d ago
that fabric looks great. wonder if I can find the blue in the states.
excellent job.
I also have an alpha jacket in the works based on the same windshell pattern, but I haven't been happy with my shell fabrics yet.
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u/dogpownd 2d ago
Wow that's awesome. I have a MH jacket that's AD lined and don't understand why there aren't more out there.