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Arc'teryx Venta SV Softshell Jacket - Men's

Item #ARC0689 | 4 in Stock

just got this jacket. noticed that the wind flap behind the main...

By Ranked #1327 - Men's Softshell Jackets August 16, 2011

just got this jacket. noticed that the wind flap behind the main zipper is a little bit of narrow. I just compared this with my wife's Venta SV. The wind flap on women's version is significantly wider to cover the main zipper very well. The wind flap on mine just covers the main zipper with about only 3 millimeter beyond the main zipper. Is it a version difference (men's vs women's) or I got something with defect?

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By Ranked #5 - Men's Softshell Jackets August 17, 2011

Mine as well. Looks like arcteryx is cutting away excess fabric to reduce bulk/weight and make some clean lines. No idea why the womens is wider (i notice her jackets have wider windflaps on a few different models as well.

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By Ranked #10 - Men's Softshell Jackets August 17, 2011

Hey there, no its not a defect, that is how it is on mine as well... haven't noticed any issues...

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Tech Specs:

Material:
[shell] Gore WindStopper; [lining] microfleece 
Fabric Waterproof Rating:
water-resistant 
Powder Skirt:
no 
Pockets:
2 front, 1 internal chest 
Seams:
fully taped 
Wrist Gaiters:
n/a 
Liner-Compatible:
no 
Hood:
yes 
Weight:
1 lb 7 oz 
Recommended Use:
Alpine climbing, skiing 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
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