Arc'teryx  Proton SL Insulated Hoody - Women's

This is my favorite piece for anything from layering to stand alone jacket for cross country skiing, touring, or snowboarding. The best attribute why I bought a second jacket is that it vents sweat at the same time it is warm. I wish Arcteryx made it in better colours than white and black. And please, no pink or other sweet colours either, is my wish. I am wondering if the next line can be in green.

This may be my most versatile piece. I typically wear it ski touring on the uphill in -15 C to 0 C. It’s great for high output activities and is extremely durable and breathable for an insulated layer. On days at the ski resort, I’ll throw this on underneath my shell for added warmth.

I purchased this about a month ago and have been wearing it regularly for walks, hikes and general day to day activities. I haven’t don’t anything crazy with it or taken it on any trips. I’m giving it three stars because the functionality of this jacket is one of the best I’ve ever had from Arc’teryx. It’s lightweight but heavy enough to provide warmth on cooler days and breathes very well through activities or on warmer days. I love how light it feels overall, it’s got to be one of my favourites. The unfortunate issue with this jacket is quality. I’m the short amount of time I’ve had it, it has already started pilling on the cuffs and sleeves and has some small tears forming on the front near the zipper. I haven't worn this on any activity that might rub against the front so I’m not sure where this came from. I purchased the green colour which is very nice but also shows water marks etc that don’t go away, so it ends up looking not the best. For the cost, the quality of this is super disappointing which sucks because otherwise it’s a great piece!

This jacket could be super awesome if there is no word on the hood. I think it's super tacky! I actually use black dye pen to hide the word A'rcteryx on all my A'rcteryx jackets.

This mid-layer hoodie is excellent. I've worn it constantly. Worth every penny!!

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Awesome as a winter active midlayer. You stay warm but don't get sweaty in it.

It’s the perfect layering jacket for all weather! Lightweight, comfy and warm.

The clothes fit very well, I like it Now I am a loyal fan of Arc'teryx

I love this jacket and it’s one of my most worn items. The octa-loft lining is so soft and doesn’t wet out, and it’s pretty breathable while still being warm enough to wear without a fleece in spring/summer/autumn unless you’re sitting still for ages. You can get away with wearing it instead of a windbreaker in slightly warmer weather while static - obviously it gets too warm at high output. I’ve worn it climbing on granite and it has held up pretty well, only a few tiny snags, no tears. Range of motion is great. It’s also really nice for hiking and casual use and the build quality means it’s sleek looking enough to not scream “athleisure”, so doesn’t look out of place wearing it to work. I’ve avoided wearing it indoor climbing when the gym is freezing in winter because it’s not quite fitted enough around the torso to wear under a harness without a thick fleece, and the bulk from the 3 heavy duty zippers means it’s a bit front heavy at the bottom and will catch on holds even with the waist cord cinched in. If Arc’teryx made a quarter-zip version with a slightly slimmer fit and no hand pockets, I would buy it in a heartbeat just to use for the gym or to reduce bulk wearing it as a midlayer. It’s an attractive jacket as is, but would be more flattering if it was a bit more fitted. That being said, I would pick up a second one in another colour if it’s ever made in Vitality or Daybreak.