Arc Teryx Atom Lt Jacket Review

Packable and lightweight its coreloft synthetic insulation is efficient effective and resilient.

Arc teryx atom lt jacket review.

This is a beefy well built jacket with a heavier more durable shell fabric than most we tested. The side panels and underarms feature smooth faced air permeable fleece stretch for ventilation. Lightweight and compressible the atom lt jacket features coreloft insulation in the torso and arms. 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.

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. Winter warmth with serious versatility the atom ar jacket is built to handle a range of adventure. It has breathable and stretchy side panels for maximum movement while hiking and corelift 60 insulation throughout the packet. The waist is relatively straight cut from the shoulders which means the jacket doesn t ride up or hug your body too tightly making layering easy.

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. Use it as a breathable midlayer in cold wet conditions. Wear it as a standalone during rest phases evenings at camp or trips to town. The arc teryx atom ar with double the torso insulation of the lightly insulated jackets makes an excellent mid layer for truly cold weather and stylish outerwear.

Arc teryx actually advertises the atom lt as trim fit but i d say it s a fairly standard which i ve enjoyed. The atom lt is lighter weight than the other jackets in the arc teryx line up that we have reviewed but is not as breathable or durable. Refined for its next generation we elevated its performance and extended its versatility.