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Arc'teryx Men's Gamma MX Hoody Arc'teryx: Men's Gamma MX Hoody

Durable softshell made for the alpinist's rugged lifestyle. Warm and functional for mixed weather.
From Cheakamus to Chile the Arc'teryx Gamma MX Hoody is the proven and popular softshell middle layer for technical climbing hiking and backpacking. Essentially it's the hooded version of the award-winning Arc'teryx Gamma MX Jacket with the same warm and lightweight Polartec® Power Shield™ fabric in an identical athletic cut. The fabric features a special DWR finish that keeps moisture away from your skin on misty mornings and foggy ascents. Unlike most so-called performance fleece Polartec® Power Shield™ fabric is exceptionally resilient to wear and won't snag like other material. Gear and gadget freaks will appreciate the five storage pockets including a laminated sleeve pocket sized for a two-way radio. Interior front zipper wind flaps and an adjustable hem drawcord help seal out cool breezes. Don't be surprised if you find yourself wearing the Gamma MX Hoody throughout the rest of the year.

incredible Image: 5 Stars
by Anonymous
This is an amazing jacket! Power shield material is strong and lightweight. Arcteryx calls this jacket water resistant seems to me it is waterproof. I wore it in a torrent for 15-20 minutes and was bone dry. Go ahead and spend the extra money to get the hooded version. This garment is not much on pure warmth you will need an insulating layer underneath but it gives good wind stopping ability has plenty of pockets and looks great!

Best jacket I have ever owned Image: 5 Stars
by Kevin Bauer
This jacket is awesome. Warm breathable good water resistence cut is really nice. Loads of pockets too. Easy to wear as a middle layer on really cold treks but outstanding as an outer layer around town.

One of Arc'teryx's best pieces Image: 5 Stars
by Nathan Auslander
The Arc'teryx Gamma MX Hoody (where DO they get those names?) is another immaculately thought out and executed softshell from a company known for leading edge products. I own two other softshells by Arc"teryx including an "easy rider" jacket as well as softshells by other companies. This piece fits very close to the body it is not boxy at all but has lots of give in all the right places so it does not ever feel confining. It is very lightweight so can be worn in spring weather but also is completely windproof so provides a considerable level of protection. While Arc'teryx doesn't promote the jacket as waterproof in my experience which is somewhat limited to date it is. The hood is an excellent addition and because it is much softer than a typical "hard shell" hood is so much more comfortable than even the well thought out hood on an Arc'teryx hardshell. Because my coat is black I can wear it every day both for dressy casual and athletic pursuits. In fact I have to think of a reason NOT to wear this coat. And if the weather is really bad I can always wear it UNDER my hardshell also from Arc'teryx. In short this is a great product from a great company when it comes to softshells.

Worth its weight in Gold Image: 5 Stars
by Zeke
Let me first start by saying Altrec is the best. Great prices super fast/cheap shipping. After trying TNF Mountain Hardware and all the other top outdoor brands it is easy to say that Arc'teryx makes the most functional and superior outdoor garments. Living in Colorado I have ample oppty to test this jacket in a variety of conditions. From the slopes to verticval ice walls to extended backpacking trips at high altitude this jackets performs flawlessly. The fit is athletic and as with all other Arc'teryx garments there is no excess material or bagginess in unwated area to clutter up your movement. And the soft polartec lining makes it a joy to wear. The fabric sheds water beutifully and the hood is large to accomodate your helmet. Another winner from Arc'teryx. You dont need that new couch buy a couple of these instead you wont be sorry.

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by Anonymous
I've been wearing this everyday since buying it. It's warm enough to wear with just a t-shirt underneath during this time of year. Waterproofness is great - been in two rainy days already without getting wet. The hood is a definite plus - worth the extra 50 dollars. The jacket is nicely fitted so it looks great on you. And the material really strethes so you can wear a lot of layers underneath if you want to. Worth every penny!