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Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's
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Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's

Item # 772070

$275.00

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The redesigned Arc'Teryx Gamma AR soft-shell jacket offers improved articulation and anatomic shaping.

  • Polartec® Power Shield® is tough and ideal for activities that demand breathable warmth and unrestricted range of motion
  • It's also wind- and water-resistant; Durable Water Repellent finish fends off light rain showers and snow
  • Full-front zipper has an interior draft flap, and collar is lined with soft, wicking fabric
  • Features a laminated hem drawcord and molded zipper garages
  • Go ahead, reach for the stars—no-lift gusseted underarms keep jacket from lifting up
  • Waist-length fit with dropped rear hem
  • Two zippered hand pockets and an internal chest pocket

Imported.

Item 772070

Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

Shell fabric50% polyester/38% nylon/12% spandex
WaterproofNo
Average weight18 ounces
Back length27 inches
GenderMen's

Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's
 
4.9

(based on 9 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (9)
  • Breathable (7)
  • Lightweight (7)
  • Warm (7)
  • Durable (6)

Cons

  • Not enough pockets or features (3)

Best Uses

  • Cold weather (8)
  • Hiking and camping (8)
  • Casual wear (6)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (4), Casual adventurer (4)

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Nov

22

2008

(10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

One of the best softshells available.

By COextreme

from Boulder, Colorado

About Me Outdoor Professional

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Warm
  • Water Resistant
  • Windproof

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Cold Weather
    • Extreme Conditions
    • Hiking and Camping
    • Light rain
    • Snow sports
    • Windy weather

    Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

    I've tried softshells from several different companies (Mountain Hardware, Marmot, etc) and I liked many of them. However, none of them offer the perfect fit and freedom of movement that this Arc' Teryx does. I've found that this jacket is good for most weather conditions including cold temperatures down to 15 degrees F with a moderate base layer (such as Patagonia Capilene). I don't recommend it for very wet weather because it is not 100% waterproof and does not have a hood. Otherwise, it is at least as water resistant in light to moderate rain (or snow) as the comparable Mountain Hardware softshell, which claims to be waterproof but is really just water resistant. Wearing a backpack in wet weather will push water though the shoulders, but if the rain is light it will take quite awhile. This Arc' Teryx also does an impressive job of blocking 40mph hour winds. The YKK zippers are durable and reliable. In short, this is one of the best softshell jackets available in any price range.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    30

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Great Jacket- best ever owned

    By TCH1

    from PA

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Not Enough Pockets or Features

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Cold Weather
    • Hiking and Camping

    Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

    Great jacket. I have had it's predecessor the Gamma SV for a number of years. It handles most weather- wind an rain. Only vertical rain on the Appalachian Trail was able to get through. I got the Ar after I spilled varnish on the Sv and it discolored and hardened that jacket. I would not buy anything else. do yourself a favor and buy it one size up. the AR and My theta Ar are large for extra mid layers.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    Apr

    17

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    An excellent jacket

    By crestedbooka

    from Fremont, CA

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm
    • Waterproof

    Cons

    • Odd pockets

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Cold Weather
    • Hiking and Camping

    Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

    This is a great jacket, very versatile. I hiked the grand canyon in March in this jacket. In the morning, it was windy (20-30mph) and cold (30F). The jacket plus an extra T-shirt served me just fine. As it warmed up and we got into the canyon, the extra T-shirt came off. The jacket was comfortable and breathable until about 70F, when it became too warm (still breathable). On the way back up, it started snowing and was windy, and again the jacket managed just fine.

    It's probably the only jacket you need all year in the Bay Area. Warm, wind and water resistant. It's expensive but worth it on sale.

    The only nitpick I have are the pockets. They're sometimes useful, but it's awkward to warm up your hands in the cold.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Feb

    16

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Jacket feels like second skin

    By ckellum5

    from Colorado Springs, Colorado

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm
    • Windproof

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather
      • Hiking and Camping
      • Skiing/Snowboarding
      • Wet Weather

      Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

      I live in Colorado, so the weather changes constantly. This jacket is perfect for where i live...I LOVE IT. Has worked well in the wind,snow and rain. It has a full range of motion, so i plan on doing some mountain biking and hiking soon!

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jan

      8

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Superb jacket

      By shaneo

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Good looks
      • Good pockets
      • Lightweight
      • Warm
      • Windproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Cold Weather
        • Hiking and Camping

        Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

        This jacket is great: windproof, durable, warm. If you're in the market for a softshell, consider this one.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Dec

        29

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great all around jacket.

        By Mtnlvr

        from Bellevue, WA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Stylish
        • Warm

        Cons

        • Wears Out Quickly

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Cold Weather
        • Hiking and Camping
        • Skiing/Snowboarding
        • Wet Weather

        Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

        I've had mine for some time now, I wore it everyday, and only shows minimal signs of wear due to washing, and every day use. Still repels water really well, and replaced with a new Arc'Teryx soft shell. Can be used for skiing in moderately wet conditions, many ski days I would pick this over my Theta AR shell.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Feb

        26

        2009

        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        this look very neat

        By abhi the tech

        from manhattan, NY

        About Me Casual Adventurer

        Pros

        • Comfortable

        Cons

        • Not Enough Pockets or Features

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking and Camping

        Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

        as a casual wear

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Dec

        22

        2008

         
        5.0

        Excellent shell; check the fit carefully

        By HikerJames

        from Irvine, CA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Lightweight
        • Stylish
        • Warm

        Cons

        • Not Enough Pockets or Features

        Best Uses

        • Cold Weather
        • Hiking and Camping

        Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

        Excellent shell. Fit is cut snug through the chest so be sure to check with your base layers and extra insulation if you'll be wearing them.

        Doesn't have a lot of pockets, just two big ones in front and a tiny one inside at the chest, but that's my only complaint and it's a very minor one.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels too small

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Dec

        14

        2008

         
        5.0

        Love this Jacket

        By bullmoon

        from ATL

        About Me Casual Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Stylish
        • Warm

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Cold Weather
          • Cycling

          Comments about Arc'Teryx Gamma AR Jacket - Men's:

          I found this on sale at REI and it seemed like a great deal, but turned out better than I thought. It is extremely versatile, warm, and not bulky. The fit is trim enough but also can handle layering up over a sweater no problem.

          I even pulled it out on a cold cycling day when my cycling jacket was just not enough - I was worried that I would overheat in it after a few miles, but not at all - very breathable and comfortable and killed the chilling wind. It may become my de facto winter cycling jacket - or my every activity winter jacket.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Chest Size:
          • Feels true to size

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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