Arc Teryx Atom Lt Hooded Insulated Jacket Men S Review

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

Arc teryx atom lt hooded insulated jacket men s review.

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. The arc teryx atom lt hooded insulated jacket is constructed with a durable breathable and lightweight tyono exterior while the dwr treatment fends off light rainfall. As versatile as your adventures are varied the men s arc teryx atom lt insulated hoodie with coreloft compact 60 insulation has been redesigned for better durability resilience comfort and fit. Refined for its next generation we elevated its performance and extended its versatility.

Thin stretchy panels on the sides vent the heat while less breathable material on the front and back protect you from the elements. The result is a jacket that is not as breathable as the most breathable competition but more weather resistant at nearly the same weight. 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 hoody is a warm lightweight decently breathable synthetic jacket.

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.