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$Arc\'teryx Epsilon SV Hoodie Jacket - Women\'s$

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Arc'teryx Epsilon SV Hoodie Jacket - Women's

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Laminated fabric makes the Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV breathable jacket an excellent choice for backcountry touring or mixed-weather aerobic use.

Comfortable polyester sheds snow, cuts wind and transfers moisture from your skin so you stay comfortable
Moisture-wicking fleece interior helps draw moisture away from skin, sending it to the fabric's exterior where it can quickly evaporate
Structured™ hood with brim fits over your climbing helmet; 1-handed cinch adjustments provide optimal visibility; hood can also be adjusted via handwarmer pockets
Features 2 mesh-lined handwarmer pockets and single internal pocket; zippers are protected with Zipper Garages™ to ensure leak-free seals
Jacket fits snugly and layers easily; adjustable drawcord waist and elasticized cuffs enhance the fit while sealing out the cold
Gusseted underarms allow a full range of motion without binding
Waist length with drop back for added coverage
Full-length zipper with chin guard to shield you from possible zipper abrasion

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Arc'teryx Epsilon SV Hoodie Jacket - Women's Customer Reviews

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Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's

4.0

(based on 12 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Breathable (10)
Comfortable (10)
Lightweight (8)
Durable (5)
Warm (5)

Cons

Not windproof / poor wind protection (3)

Best Uses

Casual wear (9)
Hiking and camping (7)
Cold / extreme (5)
Wet weather (4)

- Fit:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  91%
  (10 reviews)
  Feels too big
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels too short
  
  Feels true to length
  
  90%
  (9 reviews)
  Feels too long
- Chest Size:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (10 reviews)
  Feels too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (5), Avid adventurer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)

Reviewed by 12 customers

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Jul

2009

(8 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

SO VERSATILE

By MN NtrLvr

from Minnesota

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Warm
Windproof

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Cold Weather
Hiking and Camping
Wet Weather

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

This is a MUST! I'll give two examples to explain my true love for this jacket. One: Blizzards in MN/ND. This jacket is very windproof, and with an additional down or fleece underlayer-was more than warm enough. I wear it most of the winter with long sleeves and am protected well, and do not get hot inside stores, etc. Example number two: Big fat rain in Muir woods on the west coast. Hot fat rain pouring down, damp air, and me without a raincoat. This softshell performed beautifully. I was dry, and there was no clammy damp feeling while walking trails.
This will be my workhorse jacket for many years to come. And with no fabric pilling or collecting of lint, it will look great for a long time too.

Apr

2010

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Excellent spring/fall jacket & mid-layer

By soccrmom

from Rhode Island

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Warm
Water Resistant
Wind resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking and Camping

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

This is an excellent jacket for cool weather. it's perfect our spring and fall here in the Northeast! Other reviews state it doesn't do the job, but I think it's great for resisting wind and does exactly what it's supposed to! It's for "aerobic use in mixed weather"! It isn't a winter jacket. It's not windproof, but it resists wind really well. It's lightwieght and has a great warmth to wieght ratio.
You never know when it'll rain in RI, and I got caught in the rain yesterday w/this jacket on and was AMAZED!!! It rained pretty hard for about 15 minutes- and I stayed warm and dry!!! For just a water resistant jacket it did an great job at keeping me dry! I LOVE IT!!! About the other review who got the Apex instead- If your looking for a heavy softshell -the Apex's ok(but it's short, thick, and much more boxy than arcteryx jackets)For more warmth than the epsilon and much nicer feel and fit than the Apex you might want to try the Arcteryx Atom LT. I hope this helps!

Jul

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

great lightweight jacket

By cobiko

from Chicago, IL

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking and Camping

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

This is a great jacket. I bought this as a lightweight jacket to wear when it's raining or chilly, and I wear it mostly while the kids are playing soccer on the weekends or when I'm camping. I would not wear this as a winter jacket, but it's perfect for chilly spring, summer or fall days/evenings.

Drizzling rain does absolutely nothing to the jacket; it just rolls right off. One time, I was stuck in pouring rain at a soccer game and I was very surprised at how well it kept me dry. The jacket was drenched, but my upper body was not. I would say on a very windy day, I feel a little bit of wind coming through, but I would say it blocks most of the wind. I especially love to wear it camping when I just want a light layer to throw over myself. I loved this jacket so much that I bought one for my husband...and now it's his favorite jacket.

As far as sizing goes, I find that the Arcteryx sizes are a bit smaller than the NorthFace sizes. The XS Arcteryx fits me perfect (5' and 92 lbs); I could wear two thin layers under this jacket, but not a sweatshirt.

Sep

2009

(2 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Hated this Jacket!

By brezzelee

from Denver, CO

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

I bought this jacket as a light weight jacket for summer nights in the mountains. I took it camping and hated it. It is not wind resistance or warm. It did ok in the rain, but not as well as I expected it to for the price. Bottomline -I retruned it for the North Face Apex.

May

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Nice looking, but...

By Willygoat

from Kitsap, Wa

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Not Windproof

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking and Camping

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

I bought this jacket for my wife. As a real estate agent she spends a lot of time outside looking at houses with clients, and in WA that often means you're getting wet. She was appalled at the price tag,[...] A week ago up in Vancouver it was raining lightly and she said something about being damp. Wearing my nearly half the price Mountain Hardwear Synchro jacket, and not being wet at all. I was pretty surprised to hear her say that. She told me at that point that if it rains for more than 15 minutes, even lightly, she starts to get damp. Last night at the Sounders game was the final straw. Her undershirts were wet before mine, and I was wearing a Sounders track jacket. For the price, I would expect a lot more from this jacket. We will be returning it today and getting something from another brand. It's a shame cuz it's such a nice looking jacket.

Apr

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Great jacket....just not with a backpack

By T

from northern CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

I bought this as a light jacket for daily wear(well, when it's not raining) to school. I love the jacket, but it unfortunately suffered excessive wear at points of contact with my backpack.

Nov

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Stay out of the wind

By BlueBonnetBonnie

from Washington, DC

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight

Cons

Not Windproof

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Cold Weather
Hiking and Camping

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

Let me start off by saying that I really wanted to love this jacket. I have other Arcteryx apparel and it all works great.

I got this jacket as a gift in November and wore it in DC. It was fantastic in the cold with a sweater underneath, but as soon as the wind picked up, I was freezing. Given that I walk to work, that was big problem for me. Anytime there was more than a gentle breeze, it felt like the wind cut straight through it.

I have used it as a mid-layer under my Stingray jacket and it works great. I would recommend that the Epsilon be used as more of water-proof sweater than a soft shell.

As to the sizing, I know Arcteryx has a more fitted cut but the Medium fit me just fine.

Jan

2012

5.0

Love this jacket!

By seattlegirl

from Seattle, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Stylish
Windproof

Cons

Sleeves too long

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Wet Weather

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

Before I got this jacket last winter, its hard to remember what my everyday go-to jacket was. This isn't the jacket for extremely cold temperatures (well below freezing), but its pretty perfect for most winter days in Seattle. I've found this jacket to be quite water-resistant -- enough to withstand a few hours in the Seattle rain. Although, note that when its really pouring, I add a waterproof shell (the jacket is not 100% waterproof, which I consider an ok sacrifice for its breathabilty).

My only complaint is that the sleeves are a touch long for me, but that is a relatively minor concern. Overall, highly recommended.

May

2011

5.0

Fantastic Jacket!

By SunInSeattle

from Seattle, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Stylish
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Cold Weather
Hiking and Camping
Wet Weather

Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

I am elated to find this product ON SALE [...] This is a wonderful jacket!! Arc'Teryx is an expensive brand but I continue to come back to get this specific jacket (I've lost my last two over the last 4 years) because of it's incredible fit. Durable, warm, light and very, very stylish. I am an athletic woman with a swimmer's shape and as long as you are trim and (most likely) small to medium sized chested, I think you will really enjoy this. I suppose one word of caution is that it may be difficult to layer under this jacket if you use bulky layers otherwise this is a true gem! I use it for everything.

Apr

2010

5.0

Great Fit!

By soccrmom

from RI

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Cons

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Comments about Arc'Teryx Epsilon SV Hoody Jacket - Women's:

Love this jacket and already wrote a review, but forgot to add how the sizing is. I find that Arcteryx size chart is great for the most part with all that I've bought from them(3 jackets, 2 mid-layers) If you use their size chart, and match up your measurements to their chart, you should find the right size. I'm 5'7 125-130 lbs, and the small fits me perfectly with room for a sweatshirt under it.