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Arc'teryx Hercules Hooded Fleece Jacket - Men's
How windproof is the hercules hoody? I currently have the basic...
By adam
Ranked #2276 - Men's Fleece Jackets
January 6, 2009
How windproof is the hercules hoody? I currently have the basic TNF Apex jacket which is supposed to be windproof but lets quite a draft through, so i'm looking for something with a bit more warmth, and better windproofing.....
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By Heather McAndrews
Ranked #436 - Men's Fleece Jackets
January 6, 2009
Ok Adam, here we go. This is a part of the "white line" of Arc'Teryx products - more stylish clothing for the "big mountain" enthusiast. Whatever that is . . . I use this jacket for a variety of uses, and that is what it is good for, but I give the wind resistance a B+. I base this rating on how much wind is blocked while riding my motorcycle. At 60, I may as well have on a long sleeve t. If you want wind resistance straight up without regard to style, get the ArcTeryx Theta SV or the Patagonia Primo - this is the ultimate for warmth + wind resistance. If you want wind resistance with less bulk, more of a softshell, the ArcTeryx Sigma SV (if you can find one) or the Marmot Superhero are what's up. Stay away from PacLite and make "Windstopper" criteria #1.
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