Patrik Orcutt 01.05.23
Arc’teryx was began in 1989 out of a climber’s basement in British Columbia. They started with 4 stitching machines turning out unequalled climbing harnesses. In 1998, they launched into the attire world debuting essentially the most superior alpine climbing shell out there within the Alpha SV. The unique firm title was truly Rock Solid Manufacturing, however it wasn’t till 1991 once they entered the US market that the title was modified to Arc’teryx Equipment. The iconic image of the corporate is called after a 140 million-year-old creature, the Archaeopteryx. This creature made an evolutionary leap ahead to flee the horizontal world of dinosaurs and developed the feathers for flight. Much just like the Archaeopteryx making an evolutionary leap ahead, Arc’teryx doesn’t deal with incremental developments, however on making massive leaps ahead within the out of doors trade. In 2016, Arc’teryx opened a 243,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in North Vancouver often known as Arc’One. With this, Arc’teryx is the one main attire producer within the trade that owns its personal manufacturing facility. So, on this evaluation at present we are going to check out the Atom LT Hoody which was evaluated over the course of two years and was utilized in settings corresponding to climbing, alpine sniper faculties, and on a regular basis use.
The Atom LT Hoody was privately bought and Arc’teryx has had no enter on this evaluation, they undoubtedly don’t even know who I’m.
Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody Review Specs
- Weight: 13.2 oz (M)
- Materials: Tyono™ 20, Coreloft™ Compact 60
- MSRP: $250
- Designed for All-Around Use
Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody Review – Construction and Materials
When I first dawned the Atom LT Hoody for the primary time two issues caught out to me. “Wow this thing is light and man is it comfy” I additionally figured there was no approach this jacket may hold me heat given how gentle it was. Over the previous few years, this has been the identical sentiment that most individuals who I let strive my Atom LT Hoody have mentioned to me. This hoody’s exterior is primarily constructed of a smooth, sturdy materials known as Tyono™ 20. Tyono™ 20 is a face material that resists wind and climate advert resembles a light-weight nylon materials. The Tyono™ 20 can also be DWR handled giving its aforementioned climate resistance. The facet panels of the hoody stretch fleece that permits for improved air flow and freedom of motion.
Inside the Jacket is Arc’teryx’s personal home-brewed insolation known as Coreloft™ Compact 60. The insulation is artificial and retains warmth when moist and withstands repeated packing and unpacking in contrast to different widespread insulation supplies corresponding to goose down. The zippers are additionally from Arc’teryx and I’ve to say they’re incredible. Really easy to function however won’t come unfastened underneath stress.
Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody Review – Features
The Atom LT Hoody is of a minimalist design like nearly all of Arc’teryx’s merchandise so options are easy however sensible. The sleeves have stretch knit cuffs that hold the nice and cozy in and the chilly out. Unfortunately, they make dawning this hood a bit extra of a problem when you’re sporting a watch. Not an enormous deal however only a minor annoyance. The elbows are absolutely articulating giving higher freedom of movement and don’t climb up your arm when bent. There are three zippered pockets on this hoody. Two fleece-lined hand pockets on the entrance and there are very nice and heat in my expertise. There is an inside left-side chest pocket for storing smaller objects as properly. Internally there are drawcords for cinching down the hood and backside of the hoody when venturing into windier situations.
Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody Review – Performance
Being an activewear model garment, the Atom LT Hoody solely retains you as heat as you need to be. When transferring the hoody does an amazing job of dumping sweat and holding you heat however if you cease transferring you may get a bit colder. Don’t get me flawed it is a nice hoody and it’ll hold you heat however you must perceive its limitations. This garment can also be designed to be layered so when you do get chilly, its slim design ensures you possibly can add a tough shell or extra insulation layer with ease.
After proudly owning this garment for over two years I can say it is extremely sturdy though it feels flimsy. I used the Atom LT Hoody in a wide range of areas and situations and located zero holes or potential tears on it. I did put on this for lots of Military associated actions so this actually impressed me. The water and wind resistance is healthier than I anticipated for a extremely breathable, soft-shell jacket. To today the DWR therapy nonetheless holds and lightweight rain beads up on the outside. With that being mentioned the Atom LT Hoody is actually not waterproof and you’re going to get moist when you take this out right into a rainstorm.
Likes
- Lightweight and extremely breathable materials
- It works properly as an insulation layer or standalone jacket
- Protective adjustable hood and stretch cuff sleeves
- Versatile makes use of embody, climbing, city put on, tenting
Dislikes
- A costlier jacket
- Not utterly waterproof
- Slim match could also be too tight for some folks
Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody Review – Wrap Up
Overall, when you’re on the lookout for a cushty, light-weight, extremely trendy, and versatile outer layer that may additionally layer for colder seasons, look no additional! To date, this needs to be one in every of my most worn clothes as a result of I can take it anyplace with me. The solely actual con right here is the worth of entry and whereas it could look like quite a bit, you get a variety of worth out of this one hoody.
