Arc Teryx Atom Lt Jacket Review

Use it as a breathable midlayer in cold wet conditions.

Arc teryx atom lt jacket review.

The arc teryx atom lt hoody is a warm lightweight decently breathable synthetic jacket. Wear it as a standalone during rest phases evenings at camp or trips to town. 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. It has breathable and stretchy side panels for maximum movement while hiking and corelift 60 insulation throughout the packet.

Winter warmth with serious versatility the atom ar jacket is built to handle a range of adventure. This trim hybrid jacket is designed as an active use insulation layer providing vital core warmth with liberal mobility and breathability. Refined for its next generation we elevated its performance and extended its versatility. 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.

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. The side panels and underarms feature smooth faced air permeable fleece stretch for ventilation. The tyono 20d shell feels a bit like a soft sleeping bag and the jacket is quite cozy. 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 ar with double the torso insulation of the lightly insulated jackets makes an excellent mid layer for truly cold weather and stylish outerwear. Packable and lightweight its coreloft synthetic insulation is efficient effective and resilient. Arc teryx actually advertises the atom lt as trim fit but i d say it s a fairly standard which i ve enjoyed.