Arc Teryx Atom Lt Hooded Insulated Jacket Men S Review

Atom lt jacket light packable and proven the atom lt an arc teryx icon is a performance warming layer for backcountry adventures alpine ascents and downtown commutes.

Arc teryx atom lt hooded insulated jacket men s review.

Refined for its next generation we elevated its performance and extended its versatility. For comparison the patagonia nano air hoody 12 2 oz and the north face ventrix hoodie 13 4 oz are similar in weight and breathe better but offer less weather protection. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed. The result is a jacket that is not as breathable as the most breathable competition but more weather resistant at nearly the same weight.

The arc teryx atom lt hoody is a warm lightweight decently breathable synthetic jacket. Thin stretchy panels on the sides vent the heat while less breathable material on the front and back protect you from the elements. It has breathable and stretchy side panels for maximum movement while hiking and corelift 60 insulation throughout the packet. At 12 7 ounces for a men s medium the arc teryx atom lt hoody is fairly average in the synthetic jacket category the listed weight is 14 6 oz.

The arc teryx atom lt employs the classic strategy of hybrid construction to balance weather resistance and breathability.