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Atom SL Hood

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Atom SL Hoody

arcteryx

Price£240
Colors (2)
Arctic SilkMars
Sizes (6)
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Reviews (1)

outdoor gear labDec 3, 2016
64/100

Summary

The Atom SL Hood is an ultralight insulated jacket designed for continuous movement in cool, alpine conditions. It offers exceptional lightness and breathability with great mobility, making it well-suited for running, scrambling, and hiking, but it’s not very warm and provides limited weather protection, so it’s best as a wind-layer rather than a stand-alone cold-weather piece.

Pros

  • +Extremely light (8.6 oz)
  • +Highly breathable
  • +Excellent mobility thanks to Tyono shell and stretch panels
  • +Very compressible and packs down small
  • +Hood cinch helps seal out wind and the cuffs keep cold out

Cons

  • -Not very warm; requires additional insulation for cold or stationary use
  • -Lacks insulation in the hood; no fleece lining in pockets; no built-in stuff pocket
  • -Not fully waterproof; after water exposure sleeves/hood can soak through
  • -Relatively high price for the warmth and weight
  • -Limited weather protection if exposed to sustained precipitation

Activity Scores

hiking
85
climbing
75
trail running
90

Feature Scores

value
55
warmth
40
comfort
80
breathable
85
durability
60
waterproof
60
lightweight
95
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