Better made than the old one...

By tob100638749 Ranked #238 - Men's Softshell Jackets January 8, 2012

I had the old version of the G'Mx (3yrs old), it was a work horse. Decided to update the gear and I now have the new one now. Noticeably better constructed than the last one. The fleece is more pill resistant and seams in the hood and inside the jacket look more finished. I had a couple of ski tours in mine and I think they're pretty comparable. Fit seems similar, I'm 195 6'0 and found the medium a bit tight around the waist (36") - top fitted great though. Went for the Large and can fit a heavy base layer plus something like an R1 if needed without feeling constricted. This isn't windproof (thankfully) - breathes like a champ. I throw on a shell for the down if needed. DWR works well. This one does seem to pick up a funk quicker than the old version - little aromatic, nothing really offensive like the old capeline but noticeable (which annoys me, I have the Accelero for running in and that never ever smells, they need to add something to this jacket for the money IMO). Fits a specific niche for high output / cold days where you need to be free to move. Gets four stars based on price.

View Details: Arc'teryx Gamma MX Hooded Softshell Jacket - Men's

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