Atom LT Hoody and Atom LT Jacket -the hooded and non-hooded jacket versions of this lightweight/LT vest (I also have the hoody).Atom SL Vest and Atom SL Hoody-the even lighter superlight/SL vest and hooded jacket with Superlight Coreloft insulation.It classifies the Atom line as "v ersatile synthetic insulated mid layers with a high degree of weather resistance." In addition to this Atom LT Vest, which falls in the middle for warmth, the Atom line also includes: This is a minor style issue for me though.Īrc'teryx has a system behind its product naming, which I find useful. My only nitpick is that even though this vest is well suited for indoor-outdoor versatility, with a slightly shiny nylon face it can feel like I'm noticeably wearing outdoors clothes when I'm inside. I also bought mine on sale for additional savings. Its price is the major drawback, but like other Arc'teryx clothing I've bought, when I recall how long and how often I've used it with no reduction in performance it becomes more affordable. There isn't a lot to dislike about the Atom LT Vest. It also has a d ope dyed lining fabric, which means the yarn is dyed using n o water before creating the fabric, reducing chemicals, carbon, pollution, and energy use. The newest version (not mine) c ontains materials that meet bluesign criteria. inner panels, internal zipper pocket.and a large white tag I've apparently never removed. The current version can also be stuffed into that internal pocket.
The Atom LT Vest has three pockets-t wo exterior hand pockets with zippers and an Internal chest pocket with zipper, for keys, an iPhone 7, or other valuables, which I always appreciate. This is a low-profile, lightweight vest, so the loft was never high to begin with, but I haven't noticed any discernible difference in loft in mine over the years. Its relatively small size also means I can carry it along in a pack in three-season conditions for extra warmth. Also, I don't use it this way often, but on the coldest winter days (in the single digits F or lower), I can use it while running. I've worn my vest over a base layer while hiking in fall, stuffed it into a pack as an extra layer in summer, and worn it skiing in winter down to at least 0☏ (probably lower). This insulation at the back and front add a crucial amount of bonus warmth to your core. Lightweight, breathable, thermally efficient 100% polyester fibre. Highly crimped, multi-denier siliconized polyester yarn that has undergone a special process which reduces the thickness of the material by 50%, without reducing its insulation value by the same amount. It's insulated with synthetic Coreloft Compact (60 g/m² ) insulation, which Arc'teryx describes as: I can wear it as an outer in warmer weather, such as fall hiking, or layer it with other insulation on the coldest ski days without adding significant bulk. It's low-profile, but that's what makes it so versatile as a mid or outer layer. The Atom LT Vest is not a lofty, puffy insulated piece. exterior front on left and stretchy polyester side panel (with snow) on right I occasionally wash (cold water on gentle cycle) and dry (tumble dry on low heat) it. I bought my Atom LT Vest eight years ago and it still looks great, with no obvious signs of wear beyond some minimal pilling on the inside of the fleece side panels. I've never felt restricted in this vest, despite its trimmer fit. The side panels are made from a performance stretch polyester for ventilation and movement. Plus, since it contains synthetic insulation it won't become a soggy mess if it gets wet. I wouldn't wear this vest in steady rain without a raincoat, but it sheds snow and light precipitation as expected. Arc'teryx describes it as air permeable, but it will fend off winds. The vest's front and back exterior is a smooth nylon face (Tyono 20) with a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish to repel moisture. Front of the Atom LT Vest with two external pockets Back of the Atom LT Vest (with snow on it) The Atom LT Vest falls to hip length, and I haven't had any gaping between my pants and tops. Generally, I wear at most two base or technical layers under mine, and the fit feels right for this use. I also wear mine underneath various puffy jackets and hard shells in colder temperatures. If you expect to layer more underneath this vest, consider sizing up. I have a women's medium and while it's not relaxed, I find it the right size for a mid-layering piece. As part of the brand's Atom line it's intended to be a "v ersatile synthetic insulated mid layer with a high degree of weather resistance."Īvailable in women's (XS-XL) and men's (S-XXXL) sizes, the Atom LT Vest is a lightweight (LT), low-profile, minimal vest. Arc'teryx classifies it as a trim fit. While Arc'teryx's Atom LT Vest has been updated in the eight years I've had mine, the overall design and intent remain the same.
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