Arc Teryx Gamma Mx Jacket Review

Year after year the arc teryx gamma mx hoody covers many of the bases for a great technical softshell for cold weather.

Arc teryx gamma mx jacket review.

Gamma mx jacket created for the dynamic demands of alpine travel the gamma mx jacket is a proven performer. While this jacket isn t perfect for everything we ve found it to be one of the best choices for a broad range of non summer activities a layer you can take out without disappointment or frustration. Based on my experiences with arc teryx see my review of the alpha sv jacket i decided on the gamma mx. Gamma mx hoody alpine environments are dynamic.

Alpine climbers and backcountry skiers can wear this midweight jacket alone in mild mixed weather conditions or they can wear this jacket as an insulating layer beneath a storm shell. It is well tailored comfortable and features decent mobility. Delivering light weather protection breathable warmth and exceptional freedom of movement the gamma mx hoody is the solution. As the equipment coordinator for a search and rescue team i was faced with buying up to 50 fleece jackets for my team members.

Built from our fortius 2 0 fabric the gamma mx provides midweight insulation resists wind and water breathes and delivers exceptional durability. Arc teryx updated the fortius fabric in this 2020 model. The arc teryx gamma mx hoody is a softshell jacket with an additional fleece backing for protecting and insulating from the wind and light precipitation in colder weather activities. For the mountain enthusiast who also wants to look good and stay protected from the elements when in the harshest conditions that a softshell jacket can or should.