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Keeps you warmer than New Zealand sheep.

The Arc'teryx Men's Rho LTW Zip Top is a great base layer to wear for long winter days in the backcountry. Made from fine, lightweight, super-soft merino wool, the Rho Top keeps you comfortable in a wide range of temperatures. Even if this shirt gets saturated while you dig the world's best snow pit, it retains its insulating properties when you deem the slope safe enough to ski. The Rho LTW Top doesn't retain odors, so even after charging hard all day, funk will be kept to a minimum. This top is form fitting, with no-lift gusseted underarms. *Available for US shipment only.

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5 5

Carl-Eric

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I have icebreaker, smartwool, helly hanson, and arcteryx wool shirts and this is by far the best one I own. Feels super nice and soft, keeps me warm, fits perfectly ... I think i might just order a second one!
I'm 181 cm 165 lbs and fit a medium

5 5

felp34819

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  • Gender: Male
  • Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

This is an amazing product. Alone and with dress pants and a jacket will get you into most reputable establishments. It shines though when you need low bulk with high temperature management. There it shines! Whether hang gliding, ice biking, or ski patrolling during the bitter Northeast Ohio winters this is where I start. I have several versions of it, I am brutal to all of them, and they endure the mistreatment.

5 5

Jaime

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  • Gender: Male
  • Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

I've been eyeing this piece for quite some time and finally picked one up. I'm 6' and 145lbs and the Medium is perfect! just long enough and form fitting but not too tight. Merino wool is really soft and the stretch on it is amazing.

I haven't put it to the real test outdoors yet but I got it for a good layering piece for AK winters. I have a backcountry snowboarding and ice climbing trip in a month and this will be my base layer for sure.

I will definitely be getting the Rho LTW bottoms as well. I'll update this review once it gets some real use but as with all Arc'teryx gear...I know it will be amazing.

5 5

mor5581435

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I know... Its hard to pay this much for a baselayer, but this is bar non the best piece of insulation gear i own.

5 5

John Doe

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I work for the Rho ltw. I collect them in all colors. I wake up, I put one on. What is it not good for? You can't go surfing/diving in it, but that's about it.

5 5

pat4885693

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Another home run from Arc'teryx. I bought this piece because of persistent problems with Under Armor 2.0 layers, namely, non-stop itchiness and being too quick to give off odor after and while wearing. The RHO is fantastic, super light and compressible for packing and has a great warmth:weight ratio. Having the zip neck allows easy venting and the fit is superb. I layer it under softshells and pull overs like the Apache AR Zip, and it works GREAT under body armor for all of us doing serious social work. There's no chafing, even with other gear and kit like back-up weapons placed close to it under a uniform. While it might look like the chest placement for the pocket would create issues with armor, I've not had that problem at all as it sits very close and flush to other surfaces. The wool is very comfortable, doesn't itch, wicks well and quickly, and doesn't hold onto smells. Having FR qualities as it does, it's also a safer alternative to synthetics. Just make sure the fit is close and appropriately snug.

All in all, I give this my highest recommendation. No more synthetic for me, and I'm already looking at getting the bottoms...

Can i use this as a mid layer? I have a...

carlos

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Posted on

Can i use this as a mid layer? I have a compression under armor and also one CW-X base layer, is it a good combo to then use this Arcteryx RHO ltw as mid layer under a Arcteryx Mako Jacket?....and what size should i get ...i am 6.0 and 180 lbs

Steven Jones

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This merino piece is a great midlayer. Merino breathes well and doesn't stink like a lot of the synthetic fabrics. As far as size goes, I would probably for for a med or large depending on how you like the fit for a midlayer.

5 5

porkchop sandwiches

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i use this bad boy for everything in the colder months. It's awesome for my trail runs, although I wish the orange was brighter to keep the hunters from thinking I'm game. The wool isn't as soft as my socks but feels more durable. Smells like a wet dog after I use it but way better than that stank BO you get from other fabrics. Got an awesome fit for my lean body and the pocket is great for a car key or handwarmers.

5 5

Jeff Guest

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This is a soft and warm shirt for your outdoor adventures or wearing around town or at home! It is stylish, smells good, and I love the 4-way stretch! I usually wear it under my jacket while snowboarding.

5 5

dav2835400

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Warm and comfortable. Not only functional, but also looks good. I have worn it casually with jeans and also skiing yesterday in Austria. I am converted to wool!

5 5

ryan.templ2151571

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I bought this shirt in late October and it has been my "go to" shirt for this winter. I have used it as my warmth layer for all my cold weather activities - hiking, running, skiing, soccer, a round of golf - and general wear around the house. The shirt has lived up to all the claims of keeping you warm while completely resisting odor.

For my build (6'1", 185) I would typically by size Medium. But after reading previous reviewers' comments about the fit, I went with the Large. It is fitted but is not tight and leaves me enough room to wear a compression shirt underneath. The length is fine for my height and would be fine for anyone a few inches taller.

- A note on the color : although the COFFEE BEAN color looks brown in the images, it is definitely a true OLIVE color.

- I also purchased both the Delta LT Pullover and Covert Vest in Medium which I have occasionally layered comfortably over the large RHO LTW.

5 5

Tighe Cordry

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  • Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

I am 6'3", 180 lbs and own a LARGE. It is a SICK baselayer, and fits tight but not overly tight. Wicks away sweat like I have never experienced before with synthetics. WOOL is the way to go. Not itchy against my skin at all. I can fit a t-shirt under it when desired and wear it over that, or even alone as a form-fitting sweater. I used the pocket to hold my cellphone while skiing to keep it next to my body and keep the cold from draining my battery. Worked great. Could also place valuables like I.D. or even a key in the pocket to keep them safe & secure.The zip is NOt annoying at all to me, and never do I get a zipper chill from a cold zipper. Used it many times without washing it and it still doesnt stink. THE ULTIMATE BASE LAYER. Do not hesitate to buy one, especially if you currently own a synthetic layer like Under Armour- you wont be dissapointed you spent $120 on the RHO LTW!

5 5

Jameskillinit

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This is, by far, the best base layer I've ever owned. This shirt has covered my stinky existence for three years of hard riding and skiing. I'm 6'3 245 and run extremely hot... god knows how many liters of sweat have passed through this shirt, yet I can still wear it 5 days in a row without a wash and it does not smell a bit. Warm: Check. Comfortable: Check. Stink Proof: Check.

The only downside is the price. Get over it because this thing will last you long enough to make up for the three other base layers you would have bought and torn through otherwise.

Icebreaker vs. the Arc base layer - being as large as I am my vote goes to Arc's products; they are a little more generous.

5 5

jer3329256

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This is the best merino wool 1/4 zip I have ever seen. It feels heavy duty and warm but it's lightweight. I haven't had a chance to try it in cool weather yet but it has my full confidence and it will be the first base layer I go to. I am 5' 11" about 155# and a medium is perfect. It is a little long but personally I like that a lot more then being a little short.

nrgsaver2391737

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i want this piece as a tight fitting base layer for under a spandex race suit.. im 5'11" and 160.. i bought the large and it was loose on me would the medium be better or do i need to go smaller?

5 5

wag more-bark less

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A very comfortable wool layer that slides right over a Rho ls crew baselayer. Good length, easy to ventilate, comfortable around your neck, no stink. Always in my pack. Should be in yours.

5 5

wag more-bark less

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A very comfortable wool layer that slides right over a Rho ls crew baselayer. Good length, easy to ventilate, comfortable around your neck, no stink. Always in my pack. Should be in yours.

5 5

Clas Johansson

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Great product, however, little odd sizing, long arms but far from it is a great product. To bad it is made in China. I have the Stinger pants and the jacket and they are made in Canada = GOOD quality, the chines are far off when it comes to quality, that's why TNF is not as good any longer.......and I know I have jackets and pants from the good old times, = made in USA and they are still good.
I have the Icebreaker Tech-Top 260 to compare with The Arcteryx Zip top....The Iceabreaker is great too, but the arms too short, the neck is very high and that is good, but one can get a feeling of someone is strangle you, the body could be little longer, the Arcteryx has long arms and the body is long too but the neck slightly too short.....with a longer neck and the Arcteryx will be optimal.
No smell, well I am not sure if you guys are sitting in front of the fire! I am out skiing, biking in sub zero temperatures in Sweden and both sweaters keeps me warm but I also sweet a lot and a wet merino wool sweater smells like a wet dog, but no smell when it is dry again.

5 5

Bjorn Watsjold

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I've used the Rho LT and LTW - and the LTW is a huge upgrade. Never stinks, always warm (I put in 10 miles XC skiing in 20 below with this and a Monkeyman), and stretches enough to fit well even over lighter baselayers.

4 5

allnutt1626336

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Like many others have said, it looks great, fits great, and doesn't stink after a long day (or several) of skiing. But like all things Arc'teryx, you are paying a premium to have that little bird fossil logo on your chest.

Bottom line - You will be happy with this top but you can buy just about the same thing from Smartwool or the Backcountry brand for a bit cheaper.

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