Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Gamma SL Hoodie

I wanted a lighter weight, easily packable jacket for hiking and biking in wet conditions. I love my Beta, but this one is awesome in conditions less severe when you just need a reliable, waterproof shell. Now that I live in an island tropical climate, the lightweight nature of this jacket is perfect without being heavy or hot. It really is just what I needed. You won't be disappointed in this purchase. Fit is true to size.

Got this jacket as a gift and I love it. I wear it on every hike and it's also my daily jacket in the fall. Keeps me dry from the rainy weather. Jacket is also lightweight which is an added bonus!

I was looking for a lightweight jacket that was breathable and repelled water. When I'm hiking in the summers, I tend to run hot, which becomes an issue when it's raining. I wanted a jacket that wasn't as heavy as my hardshell, but still kept me dry. This jacket fits the bill. I wasn't too surprised by the weight. Arc'teryx SL jackets are definitely on the light side, but they don't skimp on features! I was more surprised by the stretch in this jacket. I didn't feel restricted at all when I had a pack on and I was able to move freely. I also liked having hand pockets. I have the squamish hoody as well and always wished there were more pockets. The only con is I ordered the jacket in Astral and the photo online made it look like it was blue-ish. However when I got it, it was definitely a blue/green color. I won't knock a star off for that because it's a personal preference.

From the second I tried this baby on I have been absolutely in love! The fabric is soooo awesome and stretchy and comfortable. I got a large (5'11") which was just loose enough that it's perfect to wear on its own or with the Atom SL underneath for extra warmth. I've been wearing it out hiking and climbing and the material is just so ideal. It's light, packs down well, stretchy for movement at the crag, durable against the rock, great wind breaker as well. Also the inertia colour is gorgeous!

This jacket is very light weight but seems to be made of durable material. It packs up small and is a great layer to throw in your backpack. The sleeves are a bit long and the fit is a bit looser, but that allows for layering. Happy with my purchase.

I love softshell jackets like these and I was fully expecting to just add it to my collection, but this has to be my favorite by far. The material is extremely thin to the touch, but it is successful at keeping you warm and still feels breathable. It is also baffling how flattering this looks. It pulls in at the perfect places and is loose around problem areas like arm pits and shoulders. I have a large chest and box-like abdomen area and this softshell actually gave my torso the illusion of a waist and normal proportions, even when I sized up so I could wear a thick sweatshirt underneath when needed. Truly could not have asked for anything better.

I was on the fence about buying this jacket. But holy cannoli and I glad I did! I'm 5'9, 150 pear shaped with small waist and bigger hips/thighs. I bought this in a medium just like my atom jacket. I agree with the other reviewer who said if you would like to layover anything bigger than and atom SL underneath you will need to size up. However, the Gamma fits PERFECTLY over my atom and looks great! This jacket has been the missing link in my outdoor repertoire. And with how teeny tiny it packs down and how little weight it is, I bring it EVERYWHERE. Alpine hike? Got it. AM ski tour? Most definitely. Spring rafting? Yes, even rafting, because sometimes you just want a nice wind layer that isn't also a sweatsuit. This sucker is DURABLE, soooo stretchy I think I could do yoga in it, and wind/water resistant for when you defy the weather man. I also use it running because I think the fabric feels nicer than my patagucci Houdini.

I love this jacket! I have had the Gamma LT for a few years and it is great but is often just too much jacket (too warm) for really active pursuits. My Gamma LT is a size small but I got the Gamma SL in XS figuring I wouldn't be wearing a down puffy underneath, the fit is perfect with a couple of base layers or a light sweater underneath (I am 5'5" about 115lbs with decent shoulders and long arms). I love this for Nordic skiing because it is thin and stretchy, wore it mountain biking today and will wear it hiking. It's a great do it all jacket. If you are someone who gets hot while moving but still wants wind resistance, this jacket is it. Can't recommend enough.

I wanted a softshell jacket so treated myself to this one. When it arrived, it was not quite what I had imagined - it was thinner and seemed fragile. I thought about returning it, but decided to try it and was so pleased that I did. It has turned out to be my favourite coat for cool days as it is beautifully lightweight but strong and windproof. I cannot recommend it enough!

This jacket is great. Lightweight and the comfy. I also love the color.

I bought this jacket for me in the men's version and this version for a lady friend of mine. She really likes it. Great summer jacket, you barely can feel it on. Good colours, fits well and actually keeps you warm for what it is. Nice stretchy fabric

I bought this for a 3 day rafting trip, needing a light windbreaker/rain jacket. It is a wonderful product - lightweight, fits true to size (I am a Large in most Arc Teryx products and was in this as well), nice colors and packs well.

hiking, biking, running errands, walking the dogs--I wear this jacket everywhere. It is ultra-light yet offers ample protection against the wind and light rain. It is very stylish and flattering. I got tons of compliments on this jacket

Whatever the adventure this jacket has had me covered... wind, rain showers, cooler summits and when the sun tucks behind a cloud. Its lightweight and rolls up to the size of a grapefruit so when it's not needed it stashes easily. And the style is chic enough for the city. My new favourite jacket!

Great jacket, similar to the Patagonia Houdini but thicker - the thickness you want from this type of jacket. It will be perfect for mountain biking this spring and fall. Purchase a size up and it has been great, fits an Atom or Proton underneath very well and keeps you warm.

This will be a great jacket to throw in bags for longer hikes and bike rides where weather may change on me. Love the oversized hood where I could still wear a helmet under it. Looks classy & can wear out - unlike most jackets like this.

This jacket fits great and is a perfect all around lightweight go to item. I've worn it as a wind block and as a rain jacket in light rain, works great. Water just wipes off with a flick of my hand. Keeps the wind off and looks super sharp.

Love this jacket, have worn it nearly every mild day since I got it. It fits well, is highly water resistant, and I love the color.

Love this jacket it fits perfectly, I ordered a medium when I normally wear a small to be able to layer. The fit looks very nice and I will rock this on and off the trail.

Super pleased with this jacket. It is lightweight enough that I can shove it into a day pack and go hike, but also provides enough protection from the elements for a day of variable hiking weather. The cut of the jacket is feminine and flattering while still meeting the outdoor requirements needed.

The new Gamma SL is a super lightweight do-it-all workhorse jacket. I have been testing it since August and have done everything from climb to hike to tour in it. Since then it has become a staple in my active wardrobe. It is highly breathable, wind and water-resistant, and durable. It is a trim-fitting minimalist shell with hand pockets and an adjustable storm hood. I wear it with just a baselayer or pair it with ultralight midlayers like the Atom SL. If you want to wear anything thicker than that, I'd suggest sizing up. I love this jacket and don't know what I'd do without it. It goes on virtually every mountain pursuit I go on, as there's no reason for it to not be in my pack at only 8oz.

Bought for hiking and cross country skiing and it's almost perfect. The only thing that bothers me every time I wear it is the zipper scratching my neck! The large neck is nice when the hood is up, but if the hood is down, it pulls the zipper into your neck. If the soft zipper cover were actually large enough to cover the metal part, this woould be a non-issue :(

I wanted something lightweight that I could wear hiking the trails or shopping in town and this is perfect for both! My only issue is that the sleeves are a little long and I have long arms so I usually have the opposite problem of sleeves being too short, but too long is better than too short (in my opinion).

Not sure what happened to Arcteryx sizing, but lately some shell jackets have very long sleeves. The sleeves in this jacket cover my hands all the way. I am 5'7 and wear medium. However, lately I noticed most of Arcteryx tops I need to size down to small. I bought this jacket in Small and it still felt too long in the sleeves and was hanging on me without any shape. Same goes for Alpha SV and AR shells - I tried on Medium and Small sizes with layers that I normally would wear in the mountains and the sleeves were all the way down covering my fingers, with Medium size being bulky overall and Small size a bit too small for all the necessary layers. It is quite disappointing as I have been using Arcteryx for years and it has always been my go-to for all mountaineering clothing. It is still a high quality material and product but the sizing has been off for some time now and I don't see any improvement.

I purchased this jacket after reading several reviews online all of which stated this jacket fits true to size. I've been a serious fan of Arcteryx for 15 years! I worked all over North America guiding in all kinds of insane weather and Arcteryx has NEVER let me down . Until now. The fit is so off!!! I'm historically a med but reviews suggested it's a slim fit and if you want any kind of layering go up a size, it might as well be an XL, two sizes too big. It's huge in the arms and shoulders but slim cut at the bottom and the zipper doesn't sit flat. I'm sorry to make this review but I don't want others to get stuck with an expensive jacket they can't wear.