LEVE Alpha 120 Hoody

Super lightweight, almost cloudy. Unbelievably warm. I love how the hood can be cinched; even over my hat in windy conditions. Between my husband and I, we own 4 hoodies. No regrets at all.
Last night,in preparation for my PCT March 17th, 2026 start date through hike, I slept in my UL tent, in the rain, using an insulated pad and a Quilt. I have spent a lot of time worrying about being cold while on trail so I’m putting gear to the test so that I feel safe and confident during my journey.
I wore my Alpha Direct 90 hoodie over a lightweight merino wool base layer as part of my nightclothes kit for backpacking. Im thrilled and so relieved to report that I was warm all night. I’m so grateful to have such an amazing quality piece of gear that has also softened some of my fears. That’s priceless.

I live in the PNW and I've always struggled to find a layer that's light, breathable, and warm. This hoodie genuinely solves all 3 of those problems at once. I'm 5'11 and 150 lbs. and this hoodie fits really nice in a small, although would recommend a medium for a larger fit.

Lightweight and warm!

I have heard the hype for a long time about alpha direct, and figured it was about time I tried it out myself. I figured it really wasn’t more expensive than a nice fleece so why not give it a try. I didn’t want it to hike with, I wanted it more for camp, so that is why I went with the 120 over the 90 and also wanted it more for colder temperatures like shoulder season and winter. I have had it out on maybe 6-7 trips and really like it. I am a warm person so with a wool base layer and the 120 with a wind jacket I can easily sit around camp around 30 and last week it was around 20, I had my base, 120, ghost whisperer and wind shirt and was comfortable. I am 5 foot 8 inches and 190 pounds, the large fits me pretty well. Athletic fit. I probably would get the extra large just to have a little extra room if I had to do it again. Mine weighs just under 7 ounces. My normal fleece that isn’t as warm, for cold temperatures weighs almost double. Mine is a really light blue. Didn’t really have a choice. When available you have to grab 1. They even sent a hand written card which is a nice touch. I am really happy with my purchase. Thanks LEVE.

I have used this fleece for winter backpacking trips on the AT. I wear a Capilene base layer and this fleece with a wind jacket to hike in the 20’s. Great wicking ability and keeps me comfortable on those hard climbs. I usually shed it in the high 40’s. You can’t beat the warmth to weight ratio. I strongly recommend this fleece.