The Arc'Teryx Alpha SL sounds like your best answer. It is awesome.

Nope. Just wearing the jacket during an interview.

Mr. Critical Eh? I have something in the Carrot color and it looks much better on cloth than on the web.--Word Kisow. I have the carbon and it's neutral so it flies with anything. Even pink. Even though I have no pink. This jacket is great. The wrist pocket was useless. The chest pocket is much more useful.

Hey Josh, sadly us big guys (I'm 6'7) are at a bit of a disadvantage when it comes to Arc’teryx as it's in commonwealth size's so xl is a L in US, so you could try the xxl but they still fit weird I reckon PaulI have owned both the Alchemy and the Gamma MX and the Gamma MX is a bit longer.

Exact same fit, just with a hood.Actually, the hooded version of the Gamma MX is longer, especially in the back.

The Venta AR uses Gore Windstopper so it does not breathe as well as the Polartec Powershield used in the Gamma MX, but then offers great windstopping capabilities. They both are not waterproof, although the Venta AR may do a little better in that department, since it is less permeable. I haved owned two Gamma MX's and really enjoy how stretchy it is and how warm it is for it's weight. The Gamma MX has been around for years and they haven't changed it one bit, unlike some of their other jackets. As far as off the hill, the Gamma MX is super comfy and probably a better jacket for climbing and the Venta AR might suit you better on the hill. Bottomline, you can't go wrong with either one.

I'd go with an XL for sure.I would go with a Large for a slimmer fit. I am 6'0 and 175 and the medium is more than big enough for me.

I love this jacket! Just like the description say's it's insanely breathable and waterproof! I would recommend this jacket without question. I actually found this jacket to be much more comfortable than the Arc'T. Give it a try. You'll love it!!!___I think they come from the same factory...actually, Backcountry.com works with Westcomb for their products, not Arc'Teryx.

I believe it is now as the color "Abyss"

I just tried this jacket on and I will have to admit, its sick. I will probably end up buying this jacket as soon as I can. To answer your question, it is more on the shorter side. I'm 5' 9" and 170 and tried on both the M and L and will end up buying the large. The medium would have taken it if I never planned on wearing anything more than a light and thin T Shirt or long sleeve T, but just in case I do, I'm opting for the large. Hope that helps.Hey,I am about your size and the medium fits great for a change. I run into the same problems and this jacket from MH is longer than most they kick out.

both jacket are about the same when it comes to warmth,but the hooded Venta SV, (AR no hood) adds a hood and little change in weigh. also the a look at the MH Dragon jacket. it is comparable to the Venta. If warmth is the issue go with TNF windwall or MH windstopper tech jacketMy experience with the MH windstopper tech jacket is anything but warm. If warmth is an issue go with the Arc'Teryx Easyrider (high loft fleece). I have found the Arc'Teryx Gamma MX warmer than a lot of jackets, even though it is so thin.

Go with a large, definately. The medium would be too short in the sleeves and torso.

I would go with the large then, so you could layer underneath.

because backcountry.com has pictures of the women's versions for the other colors. the black gamma mx is the only men's version. note the arc'teryx bird on the chest rather than the sleeve pocket.