Description
Drop a bomb on the cold.
- Storm flap behind watertight zipper, stretch cuff, and hem drawcord hold the elements at bay
- Gusseted underarms and articulated elbows let you move with ease
- Light tricot fleece patches at the underarms enhance breathability
Terms And Conditions
This Usage Agreement (the "Agreement") governs your conduct while using various services on the web site Backcountry.com and its affiliate web sites (collectively, the "Site"). All references to "we," "us," and "our" shall mean Backcountry.com and all references to "you" and "your" shall mean the user of the Site and Site Services. This Agreement applies to various services and activities on the Site as well as to gear review and product ratings (collectively, "Site Services"). Please read this Agreement carefully.
BY ACCESSING, BROWSING, AND USING THE SITE, ANY SITE SERVICES AND OTHER SERVICES THEREIN, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT AND ITS TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS AGREEMENT OR ANY SUBSEQUENT MODIFICATION THEREOF, DO NOT ACCESS, BROWSE OR OTHERWISE USE THE SITE OR SITE SERVICES, INCLUDING THE SUBMISSION OF ANY REVIEWS OR COMMENTS.
Your use of the Site is governed by this Agreement and any other agreements and/or terms of use adopted by Backcountry.com and/or its affiliates. This Agreement shall govern in the event of, and to the extent of, any inconsistency with the Site. For more information on our privacy practices, read the Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding the collection, use and disclosure of personal information on the Site and with respect to Site Services.
Any comments, reviews (including gear reviews and product ratings), posts, feedback, questions, answers, notes, messages, images, video, audio, materials, documents, data, graphics, ideas, suggestions or other communications (collectively, "User Content") you submit on the Site are not private or proprietary. By submitting User Content on or through the Site, you grant, assign and transfer to Backcountry.com all of your rights, title and interest, including without limitation, all intellectual property rights and moral rights, in and to such User Content. To the extent the preceding assignment and transfer is ineffective, you hereby grant Backcountry.com an irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual right and license to use, copy, modify, adapt, display, publish, archive, store, distribute, reproduce and create derivative works based upon such User Content, in any form, media, software or technology of any kind now existing or developed in the future.
By submitting such User Content on or through the Site, you are confirming that (a) you are the sole author of the User Content and the User Content originated with you and not copied in whole or in part from any other work; (b) you have obtained all necessary permissions associated with the User Content, including without limitation permissions relating to copyrights, trademarks, rights of publicity and/or rights of privacy; (c) the User Content does not contain hate speech or profanity and is not unlawful, threatening, abusive, harassing, tortuous, defamatory, vulgar, libelous, obscene, racially, ethnically or otherwise objectionable, an invasion of another's privacy, or otherwise in violation of this Agreement; (d) that you are not a minor and have the legal right and capacity to enter into and comply with this Agreement; (e) such User Content does not and will not, in any way, violate or breach any of the terms of this Agreement; and (f) Backcountry.com shall not in any circumstances be required to pay or incur any sums to any person or entity as a result of its use or exploitation of the User Content.
With respect to your conduct on the Site or while using the Site Services, you agree not to: (a) attempt to disguise the origin of any User Content transmitted to the Site Services whether through the Site or any third party site; (b) act in any manner that negatively affects other users' ability to use the Site and Site Services; (c) impersonate any person or entity, including without limitation, a manufacturer or owner of any product, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity; (d) interfere with the Site or Site Services, or servers or networks connected to the Site or Site Services, or disobey any requirements, procedures, policies, or regulations of networks connected to the Site or Site Services; (e) upload, post, or otherwise transmit any User Content that with respect to the Site Services: (i) is not relevant to the product, service, person or entity being reviewed; (ii) you do not have a right to transmit under any law or under contractual or fiduciary relationships (by way of example but not limitation, inside information, proprietary and confidential information learned or disclosed as part of employment relationships or under nondisclosure agreements); (iii) contains software viruses or any other computer code, files or programs designed to interrupt, destroy or limit the functionality of any computer software or hardware or telecommunications equipment; or (iv) is unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, "junk mail," "spam," "chain letters," "pyramid schemes," or any other form of solicitation.
By submitting any such User Content on or through the Site, you grant Backcountry.com permission to use your name, alias and any other information (as provided by you) to attribute such User Content to you. Without limiting the generality of the previous sentence, and subject to our Privacy Policy, you authorize Backcountry.com, its affiliates, and sublicensees to share the User Content across all affiliated Web sites, and to use your name and any other information in connection with its use of such User Content, as they may choose. You also grant Backcountry.com and its affiliates the right to use any material, information, ideas, concepts, know-how or techniques contained in such User Content. We are not responsible for the similarity of any of our Content or programming in any media to User Content submitted by you. Any and all rights granted in this section are granted without the need for any compensation to you in any form.
User Content does not reflect the views of Backcountry.com, and Backcountry.com does not represent or guarantee the truthfulness, accuracy, completeness, timeliness, integrity, quality or reliability of any User Content, nor does Backcountry.com endorse or support any opinions expressed in any User Content. In no event shall Backcountry.com have or be construed to have any responsibility or liability for or in connection with any User Content, Any gear reviews and/or product ratings submitted on the Site, if displayed, are displayed for entertainment and informational purposes only. Under no circumstances will Backcountry.com be liable in any way for any User Content, including but not limited to, any errors or omissions in any User Content, or for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of any User Content posted, emailed or otherwise transmitted via the Site or Site Services.
If Backcountry.com determines, in our sole and absolute discretion, that you or any User Content you submit violates this Agreement, we reserve the right, at any time, without notice and without limiting any and all other rights Backcountry.com may have under this Agreement, to: (a) refuse to allow you to submit further User Content; (b) remove and delete your User Content; (c) revoke your registration and right to use the User Content Submission Features; and (d) use any technological, legal, operational or other means available to enforce the terms of this Agreement, including, without limitation, blocking specific IP addresses or deactivating your registration, access to the Site and Site Services using your e-mail address, and your user name and password. Without limiting the foregoing, once User Content is submitted to the Site, Backcountry.com may take any or no action with respect to such User Content, including without limitation, deleting, editing, modifying, rejecting, or refusing to post such User Content, but is under no obligation to offer you the opportunity to edit, delete or otherwise modify User Content once it has been submitted. Backcountry.com shall have no duty to attribute authorship of User Content to you and shall not be obligated to enforce any form of attribution by third parties.
If, despite the foregoing assignment and transfer of rights in the User Content, it is determined that you retain moral rights (including the rights of attribution or integrity) in the User Content, you hereby declare that: (a) you do not require that any personally identifying information be used in connection with the User Content or any derivative works of or upgrades or updates thereto; (b) you have no objection to the publication, use, modification, deletion and exploitation of the User Content by Backcountry.com or its licensees, successors or assigns; (c) you forever waive and agree not to claim or assert any entitlement to any and all moral rights of an author in any of the User Content; and (d) you forever release Backcountry.com, and its licensees, successors and assigns from any claims that you could otherwise assert against Backcountry.com by virtue of any such moral rights.
You are prohibited from violating the security of any system or network compromising the Site or the Site Services, including but not limited to the following: (a) unauthorized access to or use of data, systems, or networks, including any attempt to probe, scan or test the vulnerability of the Site or Site Services or to breach security or authentication measures; (b) unauthorized monitoring of data or traffic on the Site or of the Site Services; (c) interference with the Site or Site Services including without limitation, any type of flooding technique or deliberate attempt to overload the system such as denial or service attacks; (d) forging of a message header or any part of a message header; or (e) using manual or electronic means to avoid any use or access limitation placed on this Site or the Site Services. Such violations may result in criminal or civil liability.
Backcountry.com reserves the right to report any activity or persons that Backcountry.com suspects has violated any law or regulation to appropriate law enforcement officials, regulators, or other appropriate third parties (including the disclosure of appropriate subscriber information). Backcountry.com may also cooperate with appropriate law enforcement agencies to assist in the investigation and prosecution of any illegal conduct. Indirect or attempted violations of this Agreement and actual or attempted violations thereof by a third party on behalf of any user shall be considered violations of this Agreement by such user.
BACKCOUNTRY.COM DOES NOT ENDORSE THE USER CONTENT, IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE USER CONTENT AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON OR ENTITY (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, PERSONS WHO MAY USE OR RELY ON SUCH USER CONTENT) FOR ANY LOSS, DAMAGE (WHETHER ACTUAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR OTHERWISE), INJURY, CLAIM, LIABILITY OR OTHER CAUSE OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER BASED UPON OR RESULTING FROM ANY USER CONTENT PROVIDED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.
Share your thoughts
What do you think of the
Arc'teryx Atom SV Hooded Insulated Jacket - Men's
? Share a...
Great jacket
geo3778361
Member since
It is very light and comfortable. Got a large instead of medium so I can layer. It did not feel big alone. Wish it has a waist cinch. Highly recommended.
Toasty goodness
PAUL UDOVIC
Member since
Got the ATOM LT and the ATOM SV in medium at the same time. Didn't like the fit of the ATOM LT (found it snug and short in the torso). Got a Large and found it was just a tad too big overall. The ATOM SV however was just perfect for fit (5'10" 165lbs). I use this as a midlayer under a shell on those bitter cold days or as a stand alone jacket when running errands in the winter. 100gms/m of coreloft provides a perfect amount of insulation without looking too puffy. The underarm venting system work quite well to pass heat without the use of pit zips. Lastly it compresses into a tiny space so its perfect to take along on any trip.
LOVE IT!
Warm Enough for Almost Everyone
MaxDilthey
Member since
This jacket is supremely high quality. I don't call the lack of a stowable pocket a detriment at all because the whole package rolls up neatly inside the hood. It's extremely warm, definitely a midwinter jacket, but no replacement for a down parka if you go far below 0�. However, my personal experience and knowledge make me confident in using this with a light fleece, a Paclite shell, and a wool baselayer down to about -10� with wind.
I am very satisfied with this jacket, I would buy it again, and I like it a lot more than down. Based on the quality of materials here, I will likely pick up the Atom LT Pants for a full winter kit.
I should note that I have had no problems with the zipper.
Awesome
Matthew Forrest
Member since
Awesome jacket. This is very versatile and tough. Works better as a stand alone jacket than any other insulating piece I have had. Face fabric is tough and breathable. Pairs really well with the therta ar, the hoods nest inside eachother and you cant even tell you are wearing 2 jackets. Very clean look. Great jacket.
Not bad
viz3286080
Member since
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
My Atom SV arrived today in Minneapolis, and my initial impression is that is is merely on the level of say Arcteryx's discontinued Delta SV heavy fleece, although more wind proof. It is far from being some sort of puffy jacket replacement, and instead, in the cold, requires layering with say a heavy wool sweater and an outer shell. This is ok though, but it just shouldn't be mistaken for a stand alone jacket for very cold temps (below say 10 F). It looks good though, and a size large is perfect for me (6', ~195 lbs.) and fits perfectly under my size large Alpha SV shell. It's a keeper, although obviously overpriced. :P
viz3286080
Member since
Addendum: the underarm ventilation is brilliant. I went for a long walk last night and unzipped my Alpha SV's pit zips, and the design touch was much appreciated. I would recommend the Atom SV + Alpha SV any day vs the Fission SV jacket.
viz3286080
Member since
Addendum: current temps: 5 F with a 15 mph wind, making it feel like -5 or -10 F. Just wore the Atom SV with a light flannel shirt, hood up, and didn't feel the cold. Pretty awesome.
Warm, wind-defying
evap247269
Member since
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I've worn this jacket for the past month or so in North America and Europe. I was in southern England, both in the countryside and London during Christmas while it was wet, windy, and cool (~35F). This jacket held up beautifully. It kept me warm all day even with just a thin shirt on underneath! Its shell completely blocked the wind - no matter how hard the gusts were in the city. My one criticism, and therefore warning, is that this jacket is not very water-resistant. I would only wear it in light rain or as a layer. After 10-15 minutes of medium rain, the rain starts to soak into the outer shell of the jacket.
I wish it were slightly more water-resistant; other than that, I was very pleased with the piece and can say that it's one of my favorites!
Excellent warm and light jacket
glap222034
Member since
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I bought this jacket with the intention of using it as a mid layer, but its lightness and warmness turns out to be just right for current mild winter in PA. I also like that it is somewhat water repellent, has a hood,and pockets for your hands, so it is perfect for most conditions. I also like that the jacket is cut so that it does not feel like I am wrapped in a sausage casing, and the trim cut makes me look thinner, which I view as a good thing. The only negative I have noticed is that the zipper tends to crawl down a few inches with wear, but I find this fault tolerable. Overall, I think this jacket is a five-star piece of clothing and would recommend it to anyone. Plus its arc'teryx.
How warm is Atom SV vs. Venta SV, Gamma...
peip323429
Member since
How warm is Atom SV vs. Venta SV, Gamma AR, Kappa Hoody and other 100+ gram Coreloft/PrimaLoft insulated jackets?
Sorry for the stupid question but I am looking for an all around winter jacket (out most layer) for 40~10�F weather in New York with wind up to 30/40mph
General use would be everything from going out office to buy lunch to brisk one hour walk home to six hour moderate hike to standstill and talking to people.
I normally have short sleeve cotton shirt + long sleeve button down shirt under the jacket for work. Cotton shirt + sweater + (if really cold) light fleece vest for outdoor activity and take off layers as necessary.
Thanks.
rian.mulli1928390
Member since
The Venta and the Gamma should be off your list, they aren't warm enough.
The Kappa Hoody is probably what you are looking for, it has 40% thicker insulation than the Atom SV and its outer shell is wind proof and sturdier.
But the Atom SV is pretty warm and wind resistant, and since it is so lightweight and the outer shell is so light, it is very, very comfortable, and because of that it is more apt to become someone's favorite, go-to jacket.
Riffle
Member since
The Atom SV is very warm and if you have decent base layers (not cottom) on you will have to unzip the jacket to dump heat if you are active. That probably doesn't apply to a light unch time walk, but definitely if you are hiking, in which case you probably wouldn't be able to wear it without sweating like crazy.
I would not recommend the Kappa Hoody for an all around jacket given you want to hike in it, instead ,I would spend the extra $75 and get both the Atom LT and the Atom SV.
Here is why: the above is a far superior "systems" approach given the activities you listed. The Kappa is 140 grams of Coreloft and the LT and SV combined are 160 grams (100 SV and 60 LT). If you plan on doing any physical activity even in the coldest conditions, 140 grams is going to be overkill. For a bit more money you get a lot more flexibility with the two Atom jackets, plus they are designed to work together.
Wear the 60 gram LT on your hike or walk and then put the 100 gram SV on over that for low level activity or standing still. That combination, plus a shell, is awesome and gives you lot's of layering options for the wide temperature range you will encounter.
Personally, I add an Alpha SV shell to that combo when there is heavy precipitation or really strong winds. Most of the time just the SV and LT are sufficient for 75% of what I encounter in New England. In certain instances, I just put the Atom SV on over my Atom LT+Shell combo, usually when I'm stopped and start to cool down.
No Lose Purchase
Riffle
Member since
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I wear XL in all my Arc'Teryx gear. I'm 6'1" and about 188 lbs with very broad shoulders, a 45" chest and a 77" wingspan (the equivalent of a 6'4" person of average proportions) and the XL in the Atom SV fits perfectly. It is slightly big in the waist when I wear it alone with a light sweater or base layer, but that isn't really how I use it. The drawstring works great and allows for a nice snug fit at the waist when you want to keep the draft out.
This piece is used as part of my winter layering system. I use it with the Atom LT, also in XL and couldn't be happier. The LT gives you 60g of Coreloft and the SV provides 100g. When used together you get a 160g equivalent jacket with the added nylon layers for protection and total flexibility and portability for all conditions--just throw the SV in your pack and use it as needed over the LT or even over your LT+Shell combo.
If you are wondering whether to get one over the other, get the LT first if you plan on high output usage, then get the SV to go over it. These jackets are made to work together. Arc'teryx doesn't do a great job marketing their clothes in this way, but once you start putting these layers on in combination you see why they their products are superior.
Finally, the fit on the SV vs the LT is slightly longer in the front and roomier in the arms and shoulders, while the chest/stomach area is about the same.
My advice is that is you wear a Large in the Atom LT get the Large SV and vice-versa and pair these two with the same size shell as that is how they are cut and sized.
clajaunie21745523
Member since
Great overview of the LT vs the SV and proper sizing - Thanks.
How much warmer is this than the new Aphix?...
robsta
Member since
How much warmer is this than the new Aphix? Loving the Aphix' longer torso, but looking for something really warm (and still packable).
Babak Sakaki
Member since
It is warmer
benjamin la plante
Member since
is the hood detachable? and does it come in regular size.
Nice, but few things I would change.
hegaveitall
Member since
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
Nice jacket, the Atom series is good and I have an Atom lt I purchased used at a cheap price. I think the zipper type need changed on atom series. They don't stay up and if jacket is stretched at front they can unzip. I also don't like the big hood on the SV, but I know many like it for a helmet. Many of us don't use helmets and it would be nice to find a nice jacket with a normal sized hood. I tried cinching it up but then it doesn't look right and bunches up. I am returning this one.
My go to insulation
nicp128324
Member since
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This jacket is my go to jacket. In little warmer temps (40� or so) its perfect as a main layer, any lower pair it up with a shell and you have a bomber setup. True to fit (looser fitting than the atom LT) The inside material is very soft on the skin and comfortable. This jacket is very similar to the north face's redpoint optimus jacket, similar insulation and fit with minor differences. The TNF jacket has more pockets, stuffs into itself with one of the interior napoleon pockets, and the front zipper is a smaller 2 way zipper which can be a pain in the butt to zip sometimes. The Atom SV's zipper sometimes seems to have issues staying all the way zipped, but it doesnt bother me. Overall this is an amazing stand alone or layering piece in the severe cold. Highly recommend.
I am looking for a warm outer jacket for...
dufp124167
Member since
I am looking for a warm outer jacket for commuting in the Chicago winters. I am currently using a soft shell under a hard shell and although it keeps the rain/snow, out, I am freezing.
Would the Atom SV as a standalone outer work just fine in Chicago winters? If it's snowing heavy, would a hard shell over this feel warm and comfy still?
Nick Co
Member since
Depending on how cold a Chicago winter is, you should be fine. This sheds light rain and snow, but with the heavy snow you would definitely want a hardshell to protect that. But it would still keep you warm when wet.
rian.mulli1928390
Member since
It would be a bit light for Chicago winters. When it is 10 degrees out and 20 mph winds, i would definitely be wanting more the Atom SV. The Kappa Hoody would be pretty ideal for Chicago winters. The windstopper shell will protect you from any kind of wind and frozen precipitaion that is thrown at you, and throw on a sweater when it is really cold and you'll be doing well.
I have both and am from Chicago.
So, the MB alpine light down parka would...
hegaveitall
Member since
So, the MB alpine light down parka would be warmer than this? and is cheaper. Would the MB be better for an outer layer? Downside is I don't like shiny fabric but I like down and I know the pros and cons of down vs synthetic. I just haven't owned the SV to compare the warmth. Thanks.
Nick Co
Member since
Honestly, I'm pretty positive that the ATOM SV would be warmer than the MB alpine down parka.
hegaveitall
Member since
Really? Any other opinions ?
When will backcountry restock Summit Sky...
Timo
Member since
When will backcountry restock Summit Sky in size small?
Cal-Hiker
Member since
Use the Live Chat feature - sometimes they have an answer, sometimes not. You almost certainly won't get an official reply here.
hegaveitall
Member since
size small is in now
Great
sto5625726
Member since
It is ultralight compared to other down jacket. I am 5'8" 185lb the Large size fit me perfect.
Good jacket
rreagan3
Member since
Climbed kili with this thing on with the zipper at half-mast because it was so warm. you can stuff it into the arm of the jacket, at about the elbow down, for great, compact stowage.
I'm wondering whether this jacket is warmer...
fernando
Member since
I'm wondering whether this jacket is warmer than the Venta SV? or which one might be a more cost-efficient jacket if Im just looking to be warm and not have snow seep in my jacket?
Dave Marcus
Member since
If you're worried about staying warm and dry, you need to look elsewhere. Arc'teryx's Atom series is designed as more of a mid-layer piece. While the Atom SV can be an outer layer in cold, dry conditions, it won't keep the snow out like a shell. The Venta is a softshell layer. It won't be as warm as the Atom, but also isn't designed for super-snowy conditions.
Brandon Carlile
Member since
The Atom SV is warmer than the Venta; the Venta offers more weather protection. you could take a look at the Kappa which has insulation and great weather resistance. I've worn my Kappa in serious snowstorms and stayed very comfortable.
scott duguid
Member since
i would take a look at the Stoic Bombshell.. its warm and waterproof and very comfortable and cheaper than Arc'teryx gear!
i got mine for 197 bucks from here.
What would you suggest for a good insulator...
Sam Wyman
Member since
What would you suggest for a good insulator for legs with the shell pants and long underwear?
Dave Marcus
Member since
Patagonia Nano-puff pants, Mountain Hardwear Compressor pants, MontBel UL Down, UL Tech Down or Thermawrap pants, or go boutique with Nunatak, Feathered Friends, Western Mountaineering, or Goosefeet.
Brandon Carlile
Member since
Arc'teryx makes Atom pants for just such use. Or there is the Kappa pant if you'll be in super cold temps or sedentary.
If I get this jacket, with my shell, a...
Sam Wyman
Member since
If I get this jacket, with my shell, a light fleece, a thick base layer and a t-shirt how cold do you think I could get to?
Dave Marcus
Member since
Standing around, that would keep me warm below 0° (assuming proper leg coverage). That said, everyone deals with cold differently.
Sam Wyman
Member since
thats legit!! what would you suggest for a good insulator for legs with the shell pants and long underwear?
Nick Co
Member since
I think if you generate heat a little more than everyone else does, or find yourself warmer a majority of the time, you can get down to the negatives 10's
Thiel
Member since
I wore a very similar outfit today: mid weight base layer, wicking tee, Arc Caliber Cardigan, and the Atom SV. I was standing around (walking about 300 feet every 40 minutes) most of the day at an average temperature of about 13 degrees F. I was perfectly comfortable--just the right temperature.
View all contributions... Be patient, it might take a while.

Matthew Forrest
Member since