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Arc'teryx Rho Zip-Neck Base Layer Top - Women's
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Comfort starts with your base layer. Made for wicking and warmth on low-output days, the women's Arc'teryx Rho lightweight zip-neck base layer top feels supersoft, moves with you and layers easily.
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- Torrent™ performance-stretch fleece is brushed for thermal performance and comfort, manages moisture and provides light warmth
- Polygiene® treatment helps with long-lasting odor control
- Articulated patterning gives you freedom to move
- Tall collar adds warmth; deep front zipper lets you dump heat quickly and makes on/off easier
- Flatlock construction improves next-to-skin comfort; merrow stitch seam construction reduces seam size
- Gusseted underarms improve mobility and comfort
- Zippered left sleeve pocket
- Low-profile design eliminates bulk, moves with the body and layers comfortably under insulated and mid layers
- Fit is trimmer than before to stay close to your body through the chest, waist, hips and thighs; reference sizing chart (updated in 2022) to determine your correct size
- Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria
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View all Arc'teryx Women's Base Layer Tops| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Shirt Type | Partial-zip |
| Fabric | Torrent 84% polyester/16% elastane (bluesign® approved) |
| Underwear Weight | Lightweight |
| Sleeve Length | Long Sleeve |
| Gender | Women's |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria |
Fits slightly large based on reviews
Arc'teryx Clothing - Women's
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XS Short | S Short | M Short | L Short | XS Tall | S Tall | M Tall | L Tall | XL Tall | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 00 Short | 0 Short | 2 Short | 4 Short | 6 Short | 8 Short | 10 Short | 12 Short | 14 Short | 2 Tall | 4 Tall | 6 Tall | 8 Tall | 10 Tall | 12 Tall | 14 Tall | 16 Tall | |
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| Numerical Size | 00 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 00 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | |
| Chest | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 39 | 43 | 47 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sleeve Length | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33.5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Waist | 23.5 | 25.5 | 27.5 | 29.5 | 32.5 | 36.5 | 40.5 | 27 | 28.5 | 30.5 | 34 | 27 | 28.5 | 30.5 | 34 | 38 | 24 | 25 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 37 | 24 | 25 | 26.6 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 26.6 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 37 |
| Hip | 33 | 35 | 37 | 39 | 42 | 46 | 50 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 43.5 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 43.5 | 47 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 |
| Inseam | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32 | 28.5 | 29 | 29 | 29.5 | 33.5 | 34 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
4 people found this review helpful
2 years ago
Winter wonderful
Perfect for winter biking, ice skating, alpine skiing (with a shell or puffy on top). Often between S or M but M was perfect; not too long in torso (I'm 5'4; 128 broad shoulders). Can fit a thin layer under or just enjoy the plush interior of this top. Nice looking for apres bike/ski/skate.
Yes , I recommend this product
AKskimom
AKMost Helpful Critical Review
3 people found this review helpful
1 year ago
Better design needed
I returned this for various reasons. Collar should have been higher up for winter skiing, etc. The arms should have had wrist holes. The zipper should have been longer to vent on high output activities. For the high price of this item, they really could have made the zipper longer and the sleeves have wrist holes or whaterver you call them.
No, I do not recommend this product
thebikelady
Hillsboro, Oregon1 month ago
Perfect for Norway
Yes , I recommend this product
Wore this outfit above the arctic circle in the Lofoten Islands, Norway. Very comfortable and warm
Review originally posted on arcteryx.com
Age:25–34
1 year ago
A Perfect Choice for Comfort and Warmth
Yes , I recommend this product
This Arc'teryx Women's Rho Zip-Neck Base Layer Top provided me with a great wearing experience. The fabric is soft and has excellent insulation, making it ideal for outdoor activities in cold weather. The slim fit is very flattering without being bulky, and the zipper design allows for easy temperature adjustment. I especially like its breathable yet warm features, making it perfect as a base layer. One thing to note is that the sizing runs small, so I recommend sizing up. Overall, highly recommended!
Age:25–34
Location:San Francisco, Bay Area
Body Type:Petite
1 year ago
Versatile performance for winter and spring!
Yes , I recommend this product
This baselayer has been my go-to for a wide range of activities this winter and spring, from multipitch climbing in Yosemite to cycling and skiing. It's light enough for high-output activities yet keeps you warm when layered with a shell. I wore it just under a shell during a snowy trip to Tahoe in the low 20s and stayed toasty warm. The arm pocket is a nice touch; I've used it to store chapstick, ID, and credit cards. It's become one of my favorite pieces, even for everyday wear.
Body Type:Petite
Review originally posted on arcteryx.com
Location:AK
Age:65–74
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'4"
2 years ago
Winter wonderful
Yes , I recommend this product
Perfect for winter biking, ice skating, alpine skiing (with a shell or puffy on top). Often between S or M but M was perfect; not too long in torso (I'm 5'4; 128 broad shoulders). Can fit a thin layer under or just enjoy the plush interior of this top. Nice looking for apres bike/ski/skate.
Age:65–74
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'4"
4 months ago
Great for everything!
Yes , I recommend this product
I used this during our camping which was around 20F and it was perfect as a baselayer. Also used it to run my half marathon and I wasn’t cold since it started early morning, I also wasn’t really hot when the sun started to show. The best! Will buy the leggings to use as a baselayer for snowboarding season!
Review originally posted on arcteryx.com
Height:5'7"
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
1 year ago
Fantastic Find
Yes , I recommend this product
Soft fleece inside makes it extremely comfortable. Attractive shape and fun color. Great durability. Definitely my go-to top!
Height:5'7"
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
1 year ago
Warm, supple, and beautiful.
Wore this as a base layer for an evening out to the Civic Orchestra via CTA. Stayed wonderfully warm.
3 weeks ago
Soft and warm
Yes , I recommend this product
I love this top. I wear it as a shirt with a vest more often than as a baselayer. It's not as tight as most baselayers, which I really like. It keeps me warm but not too warm. I'm not a huge fan of 1/4 zips and would prefer the crew neck, but the crew neck Rho is considerably smaller in the shoulders and chest. I wear a medium in all my Arcteryx clothing, but I have to go up to a large in the Rho crew to fit my shoulders and chest and then the rest of the shirt is too wides and the length is down to my thighs. I don't know why the sizing is different, but it is.
Review originally posted on arcteryx.com
Age:65–74
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'3"
1 year ago
Love this piece!
Yes , I recommend this product
Comfortable, extra warmth with a thin layer of fleece inside, attractive shape and color.
Age:65–74
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'3"
Location:Hillsboro, Oregon
Height:5'8"
Age:75 or over
Weight:150–175 lbs.
1 year ago
Better design needed
No, I do not recommend this product
I returned this for various reasons. Collar should have been higher up for winter skiing, etc. The arms should have had wrist holes. The zipper should have been longer to vent on high output activities. For the high price of this item, they really could have made the zipper longer and the sleeves have wrist holes or whaterver you call them.
Height:5'8"
Age:75 or over
Weight:150–175 lbs.
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