How to Choose Insulated Outerwear

Backcountry or resort, this Arc'teryx insulated jacket is one you'll reach for. Warm, stretchy and breathable, it serves as a mid layer on cold, wet days and an air-permeable standalone on dryer ones.
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View all Arc'teryx Women's Synthetic Insulation JacketsBest Use | Snowsports Downhill Skiing Snowboarding |
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Fabric | 50-denier recycled nylon stretch woven plain weave, 97 g/m² with FC0 durable water repellent (FC0 DWR): 84% nylon/16% elastane |
Lining Fabric | Recycled 20-denier nylon plain weave weft stretch FC0 DWR, 58 g/m²: 100% nylon |
Insulated | Yes |
Insulation Type | Synthetic |
Insulation | Coreloft Stretch, 40 g/m² |
Warmth | Warmer |
Hood | No |
Back Length | Hip-length |
Back Length (in.) | 26 inches |
Gender | Women's |
Weight | 11.11 ounces |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria |
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 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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I bought this jacket at a time when the Atom Jacket and any other midlayer piece without a hood didn't seem to exist on the website, as I was tired of all the hoods and bunching when I was wearing all my layers up the mountain. I bought my usual size (medium) and it has a similar look and feel to the Atom but perhaps a bit more lightweight. I've worn it on resort days, out touring, xc skiing and it's a very versatile piece - I honestly don't notice it which is a great factor as it's keeping me warm and comfortable when I'm out exerting myself in the cold. I did buy it in the white colour which wasn't the best move (in regards to getting it dirty/blending in with the snow). If I did get it in another colour, I'd consider wearing it hiking/biking/camping in the summer. Overall, I'm still reaching for it every time I head up the mountain and it layers well.
This jacket is now my favourite mid layer. If you ski or snowboard this is a great addition to the roster. It’s super comfortable and light. On the sunny days when it’s warm it is still breathable enough to use without overheating. On the colder days I just add a thicker base layer and I’m good to go. As a standalone it is also really easy to use and looks great! The sizing was perfect for me and fits true to size.