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More warmth, more water resistance, more breathability.

Polartec Power Shield O2 fabric combines a tight exterior weave and high-loft interior to give the Arc'teryx Men's Hyllus Hooded Fleece Jacket the ability to combat nearly any cold conditions. This fleece hoody easily takes on a day of frigid temperatures and light snow, and you can use it as a heavyweight mid-layer for really nasty weather. This Arc'teryx jacket fights off light rain or snow, doesn't pill, and still provides enough breathability to keep you from overheating when the going gets strenuous.

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I am 5'10" 205lbs What size do you...

Jungle Jeff

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I am 5'10" 205lbs What size do you recommend?

Matt Towner

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It's going to be most dependent on your chest size.I would guess an XL (43-45" chest) without having any more information, but I don't know how you like your jackets to fit.

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Lawfarm

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I put more thoughts over on the blog.

http://ridingagainstthegrain.com/2012/11/01/arcteryx-hyllus-hooded-jacket-review/

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Lawfarm

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If you're looking at jackets of this ilk, you're probably comparing this to North Face/Patagonia/etc. Or, if you're a sucker for Arcteryx, you're comparing it to the Atom. What's the difference?
The Hyllus is more water resistant than the Atom. Also, because the Atom has side breath panels, the Hyllus is more wind resistant. If you're wearing it under another jacket, the Atom is more flexible and softer--and thus easier to use. By itself in wet or windy weather, however, the Hyllus is the way to go.

Compared to other brands (NF, Pata, etc.), the quality is exceptional. I've had softshells for years, from many brands. I've become an Arcteryx snob. Every seam is perfect, the zipper is perfection on a pull, the interior is softer than Cookie Monster after conditioner.

How good is this jacket? So good that my wife wanted one, once she saw how much I loved it.

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nick

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I'm hoping someone can offer some advise. I have been looking for a warm, wind/water proof/resistant softshell for years, and have accumulated many jackets. I want this for casual wear - around town type stuff, nothing serious outdoor, have plenty of stuff for that.

For example: 20 degrees, light wind and snow, button down dress shirt underneath, just normal every day bumming around/ running errands.

In terms of warmth, what is better for situations like this, the Venta SV or the Hyllus Hoody? (or something else?)

Thanks!!

agi3266434

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venta is windproof with windstopper while hyllus' material claim it blocks 96% of wind. Hyllus is better in terms of breathability for high-output winter sports.

I would also suggest you take a look on patagonia retro-x jacket. it's windproof and warm

welliott

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Q: "I want this for casual wear - around town type stuff, nothing serious outdoor"

A: "I want this for casual wear - around town type stuff, nothing serious outdoor"

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joshspice1251941

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No matter what anyone says, look at this jacket as a fleece jacket with a smooth outer face that doesn't let snow, leaves, dirt, etc stick to it, doesn't pill like fleece, and glides nicely without binding under another layer.
It's an intelligent fleece jacket, combining a light fleece layer with a breathable soft-shell outer face.
Trim fit.
NOT worth $375, but worth any sale price if you explore the world in winter or in coastal environments.

James McChesney Ranson

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Quality, design, warranty aside, $375 is a bit steep if not excessive for what you pay for. Do you (really) get what you pay for?

Sizing Question! I'm 6'0", about 185 lbs,...

JRiz

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Sizing Question! I'm 6'0", about 185 lbs, 34/35 sleeve, athletic build...what size should I go with?

Dave Marcus

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Medium or large. Medium if you're closer to a 40" chest. Large if you're closer to 42".

Brandon Carlile

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I have this in a medium and am about an inch less and 10 lbs as well, and the medium fits fairly trim. I would suggest going Large for the Hyllus.

Brandon Carlile

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I have this in a medium and am about an inch less and 10 lbs as well, and the medium fits fairly trim. I would suggest going Large for the Hyllus.

I was wondering if some more people can...

Steve

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I was wondering if some more people can speak to the wind resistance of this hoody. How does it compare to conventional fleece? Some people below said its pretty wind resistant, others said it cuts right through or only blocks about 60%. My main uses would be hiking and biking, so breathability is very important, but must be in balance with wind blocking so I can use this when fall fades to winter. I found another nice softshell lined with high-loft fleece here: the eider power pro. It's even more expensive! Also looks very nice. Polartec says Powersheild O2 blocks 96% of wind and Powershield Pro blocks 99%. Curios what people feel that translates to in the real world, and if the pro lacks the breathability for me to sweat and sleep in on the trail or while bikin 20mph in winter. Thanks!

James Jenden

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This is Powershield O2. It blocks 96% of the wind, like Polartec says. This translates into an extremely breathable jacket, but one that you won't want to use as an outer layer in high winds. That said, some people like to use a jacket like this as a midlayer that can stand alone if you're really overheating. Personally, I think if you want an outer layer, the Eider Power Pro is the jacket to go with, although I think Patagonia's Northwall jacket is a nicer design, and less money to boot. Combine a Polartec Thermal Pro fleece like the Patagonia R1 with an eVent or DryQ shell for something that'll keep you comfortable in a wide variety of situations.

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djb4970285

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This jacket is surprisingly warm for how thin and lightweight it is - although it is not a perfect wind shield, it is excellent in all but the worst cold plus wind conditions. The inner layer is very soft and the colors are just as vibrant as they look on the website (I was very pleased with my squid ink jacket jacket with rhino-colored lining). The jacket has a number of VERY well placed pockets, very useful during activities or just while driving (I can actually reach my pockets!) Finally, this jacket breathes better than any jacket I've ever owned of this weight - a huge upgrade from my previous North Face and Columbia jackets. Despite the price, this jacket is well worth the additional funds.

I have to say, though, that my most pleasing experience was not with the jacket, but with BACKCOUNTRY itself. I will buy from this store again - what a wonderful company! First, when looking for jackets I was originally investigating a Marmot. When I described to the very knowledgeable online sales staff what I was looking for, they suggested a number of jackets, some of which were much cheaper, and one of which was very well on sale. They also suggested this jacket, and even told me when to buy it to get the best deal. The reviews on this site are unedited and honest - sometimes brutally so. It made me feel like I could trust this company.

The best experience, however, was with a return I had to make. After several months of ownership during which the jacket held up well, I tripped and fell chasing a runaway puppy. The rip was severe, and the fault was mine. I called Backcountry to find out how I could get into contact with the company so that I could get the jacket repaired.

Backcountry replaced my jacket! Not only that, they sent me a return label and shipped my replacement next day (they even offered to send it to me same day and just let me send back the ripped jacket at my convenience). I protested that it wasn't necessary as the fault was mine - "nonsense," said the representative, "we take care of our customers. You bought a jacket, and it should last - if it hasn't held up, we'll replace it - we just want you to remain as happy as you were the day you bought it!"

I couldn't believe it, and I am still in shock. My replacement jacket is just like the old one, and brand new. I love Arc'teryx, and I love Backcountry - so much, in fact, that it has convinced me to buy one for my fiance. I'm not even bothering to shop around this time - with customer service like that, I wouldn't buy anywhere other than BackCountry.

Thank you, Backcountry. If more companies operated with your ethic, our economy would be bristling with activity! You've earned a very loyal repeat customer.

hegaveitall

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I agree about BC service, this is my go to place for outdoor gear. Keep up the great customer service!!

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jef4582491

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Ok, so this is really expensive for what it is. I'm still not entirely sold on whether I made the right choice on the purchase or not. I almost returned it several times but found myself reaching for it enough to eventually decide to keep it.

On the plus - its a great spring/fall jacket. The material feels top quality. Sheds water well, just wore it in a steady rain for several minutes and it beaded the water right off. I'm sure you can soak it through if you tried though. It ain't my sabre hard shell. But it's not supposed to be either. The fuzz also feels super cozy and I love sitting there petting my jacket.

Downside - its not really that warm. A chilly fall day it's perfecto, but anything colder and you will be cold. I wish there was more insulation, because right now it doesn't add that much more warmth than my Patagonia vest.

James McChesney Ranson

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The Hyllus is, so far and in mainly So. California climate, a mildly warm technical outwear piece while it is advertised as one with "more warmth!"A style with some, if not enough, substance.

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kko2432191

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This is one of the most versatile fleeces I have ever encountered. Other reviewers say that it is an expensive hoody. I disagree. Sure, a cotton hoody works perfectly in cold weather IF you are not working hard and not sweating. But as soon as you start to sweat, the cotton hoody just doesn't cut it anymore. I have used this jacket for 4 years for hiking, as a midlayer and outer layer while skiing, running in subzero whiteouts, and doing almost anything in very cold weather while sweating and working hard. An added bonus is the ability to wear it casually. Bottom line: If you are getting this to wear casually, save your money and buy a cotton hoody. If you are getting this in order to let you enjoy doing highly aerobic activities in subzero temps this is one of the best jackets you can buy. The ability to wear it casually is just an added bounus.

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eaphelps1756260

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The pictures online make it hard to tell about the build of this jacket. There is no storm flap and the powershield O2 seems pretty weak, this is very much a layering piece, and not that warm without a shell to go on top. Go look at this in a store before you buy it. I found the seams and other minor quality details a bit sub-par for the Arc'teryx price. Doesn't seem to make a lot of sense to me to buy this jacket, go get a windproof fleece which is really all this is. The Hyllus is only really great for mild to cool weather or being highly active in cold temps with low wind. For a super warm winter softshell for bumming around town and belay-bitching in the frigid mornings try the Firee, that jacket is bomber. If you want a sick alpine softshell that's not gonna sweat out look at the Venta instead of the Hyllus. No room for the Hyllus on my coat rack - there are better options out there.

PAUL UDOVIC

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Good points about the Hyllus. Keep in mind the powershield O2 fabric is meant to be highly breathable while providing high loft insulation. The Venta is the most windproof of the jackets mentioned above (least breathable- hence the pit zips) and less insulation, and the Firee fits somewhere in between (same insulation as the Hyllus but more windproof/less breathable). And all very $pendy indeed!

eaphelps1756260

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I've compared the hyllus with the firee side by side, and the fleece is not the same. I would say the firee fleece is akin to a north face denali while the hyllus is more like some weirdly-brushed patagonia R2. My takeaway point is that the hyllus would be awesome for something extremely aerobic like nordic skiing or snowshoeing but wouldn't be at all adequate as a standalone piece in nasty weather. And def not warm enough for low-level activity in cold/wind. The firee is not really an alpine piece - its a bit too bulky but a really good option if you want something super warm that isn't a puffy (what I was looking for). The firee is almost exactly the same as the patagonia northwall - aside from powershield vs powershield pro and pocket placements. Plus I'm lazy and like to ski with a just a jacket and a t-shirt. Now I can walk my dogs, hit the slopes, and hang out at the crag all winter long in warmth and style while showing off my brand snobbery. The Venta is in my opinion the most serious alpine softshell in the Arc'teryx line -- it will provide some serious rain/snow protection and more warmth than a standard shell, but would still require laying if its really cold out.

eaphelps1756260

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For your layering info: Venta shell goes on top of insulation. Hyllus is insulation to go under hard shell. Firee goes by itself.

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Operation Ivy

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This jacket is super thin. I bought this jacket thinking it would be a step up from normal soft shells. It is not. It does have high loft fleece inside, but even the fleece is thin. The soft shell itself is very thin. Feels more like a rain jacket than a soft shell. I'm 5'10" 175lbs athletic build and the large fit perfect. There was just enough room for a thick fleece underneath. I wore it outside today (32F and windy)and I love the fit and feel of the jacket, it broke the wind for the most part. But from my research I was expecting something thicker to wear with a fleece during the cold Wisconsin winters. This jacket will be great for very mild winter weather.

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smeidinger1971815

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I've wanted one of these for the past 2 seasons but could never come to terms with the retail price. I was lucky enough to find an overnight sale for $300 and snagged one, black, size M. Like everyone else has said, it breathes like you wouldn't believe! Better than mid layer I currently have. The fit is fairly trim, I'm 5'8", 180lbs with an athletic build (42" chest) and the medium fits perfectly. I tried the L and was swimming in it. Fits great under my Atom SV, can't wait to give the combo a go during a blizzard this winter!

bmw28401845405

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Is this jacket good for a college aged student? I am looking for ideas for Christmas.

Doug Ham III

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its good for any aged group, it just depends on what they are doing.

Does anybody know when the new colors for...

Tuanto

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Does anybody know when the new colors for this season will be available?

PAUL UDOVIC

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looks like purple (squid ink), Red (road rash red), Taupe grey (quail grey) and black are mostly in stock at the moment

Tuanto

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Thanks! Will there be any new colors for 2011-2012?

Hi! I´m 6.2' and 198lbs, size L or XL?...

lar4856348

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Hi! I´m 6.2' and 198lbs, size L or XL? Athletic body type

DEON NORTJE

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If you plan to go light (T-shirt / thermal layer) on layering underneath,go for the L. (I am the same weight / length and got the L)

lar4856348

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Does anybody have the measurments of the front and back in size L and XL??

Doug Ham III

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i did the same thing. i am same size,and love the fit of the large.

Sizing question! I am 6 foot 1, 165lbs...

Jude Connelly

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Sizing question! I am 6 foot 1, 165lbs with a 31-32 inch waist. 34/35 sleeve. chest is about 100cm. So the obvious question, LARGE or MEDIUM?? I love the athletic cut, just worried about a medium running too small or the large feeling bulky on the waist. Appreciate the help-

Ryan Hamilton

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You're probably going to have to get Large to fit your torso and sleeve length. It might be a little baggy, but when you're thin, that's one of the things you just have to deal with.

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