Softshell’s are pretty great and the Arcteryx Gamma LT Hoody is no exception. The Arcteryx Gamma LT Hoody is a perfect jacket for high output activities in a dry snow area like the rockies. When you are slogging up a mountain it will breath better than a traditional hardshell and keep you warmer and drier.
Arcteryx knows how to make a coat the right way. The details are everywhere, first the pockets are a bit higher so the belt of your pack does not interfere with them.
Possibly my favorite feature is the cuffs on the sleeves. Instead of a velcro adjuster, it has a bit of stretch material. And why this is great, it as nothing to catch on your gloves when you pull them over your jacket.
It has a great inside pocket for your phone. Which I really like because I tend to do a lot of my adventures alone and like audiobooks. Whatever, I embrace that I am nerd, hell the blog is called Robonza which as you know is one of the holiest of all robot holidays. Moving on…
The hood on this coat is really well made. Great fit with enough adjustments and not too big.
You may notice it goes up nice and high to cover your chin and keep you warm. Also check the pull tabs on the zipper, it makes it so much easier to zip/unzip with your gloves on.
I am really psyched on this coat, you should get it.
Arcteryx says: http://arcteryx.com/product.aspx?language=EN&gender=Mens&category=Shell_Jackets&model=Gamma-LT-Hoody
DESCRIPTION
Burly™ Double Weave has excellent breathability and moisture repellency. A textured inner surface adds a touch of warmth during active use in cool weather and marginal conditions. Constructed with an extremely durable non-insulated softshell textile with a soft inner face, this adaptive three-season hooded jacket is equally at home in the mountains or around town.
FULL FEATURE LIST
Technical Features
- Weather resistant
- Moisture-resistant outer face fabric
- Breathable
- Highly durable
- Wind resistant
Construction
- DWR finish (Durable Water Repellent) helps bead water from fabric surface
- Mechanical stretch textile for unrestricted mobility
Patterning
- Gender specific patterning
- Articulated patterning for unrestricted mobility
- Gusseted underarms
- Stretch wrist gussets
Hood Configuration
- Helmet compatible StormHood™
- Laminated brim
- Adjustable hood drawcords
Collar Configuration
- Laminated chin guard
Zippers & Fly Configuration
- Full front zip with chin guard and wind flap
Cuff & Sleeves Configuration
- Laminated cuffs
- Stretchy cuffs
Hem Configuration
- Laminated hem
- Adjustable hem drawcord
- Drop back hem
Pocket Configuration
- Internal chest pocket with laminated zip
- Two hand pockets with zippers