Gear Review
Make your winter runs better with this jacket!!
By P. Clooney
Ranked #1663 - Women's Softshell Jackets
December 27, 2005
I received this jacket yesterday. I feel confident in saying that this jacket has definitely met my expectations even though I have only run in it twice. I am a long-distance runner and have tried MANY jackets in the windy, wet and cold Canadian winters. I have only one other jacket (Mountain Hardwear Gorestopper) that I feel comfortable running in during winter, but it has no hood. Yesterday the weather was calm and approximately 32F. I ran 10 miles wearing only a Patagonia base layer and I felt so comfortable wearing my Gamma MX Hoody. Today I ran in much different conditions 20mph winds, raining heavily and temperature of approximately 35F. I used the hood which was not bulky and did not annoy me. Despite the terrible weather conditions, I felt comfortable running 8 miles. I run marathons so I put in a lot of miles training. I am very particular about what I wear during my training runs and the fact that I am pleased with the Gamma MX Hoody says a lot for it!! So, can I say that I already love this jacket.....yes!!
View Details: Arc'teryx Gamma MX Hooded Softshell Jacket - Women's
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Fortius 2.0 (53% polyester, 27% nylon, 20% polyurethane), DWR coating
- Insulation:
- none
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- water-resistant
- Hood:
- yes, helmet-compatible
- Fit:
- athletic (trim), long torso
- Length:
- hip
- Pockets:
- 2 hand, 1 sleeve laminated
- Weight:
- 20.4 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backcountry activities in mixed conditions, casual
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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