Arc’teryx Rush Jacket and Bib Review

The Arc'teryx Rush jacket and pants featuring Gore-Tex Pro are constructed to be a lightweight, waterproof, and breathable kit for the backcountry. We took them to Arc'teryx's backyard

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Poll results

StormHood or DropHood? StormHood6765 %DropHood3635 %Down Jackets: Do you prefer them hoodless or hooded? Hooded8770 %Hoodless3830 %Which one do you think looks better? Micro Puff5554 %Nano Puff4646 %Do

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Arc’teryx Parndorf Outlet: Through the roof discounts

I visited Arc’teryx Parndorf Outlet recently. Outrageous discounts. Lots of sizes too.  Some photos. 

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Down jackets: Hooded or hoodless? I surveyed 100+ visitors

I asked you "Down jackets with hoods or no hoods?". 71% voted for hoods. 29% didn't. Shucks. Down Jackets: Do you prefer them hoodless or hooded? Hooded7971 %Hoodless3329 %Kinda surprised

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Arc’teryx Patera Parka Review: Begs for more fill

Y'all know this is just my opinion... right? Pros: Comfy, stylish and streamlined. Superior weather resistance. Cons: Much less warm than you'd think, tiny snaps, small pockets. Very low amount of

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Patagonia Nano Air 2024 vs DAS Light: Temp ratings & more

I've got the most recent (Winter 2024) versions of both Nano Air and DAS Light. They're both fantastic. But they best respond to pretty different use cases. As long

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Arc’teryx FW24 is rolling out: First look

Arc'teryx, as always, are taking their time for the new update. My expectation is that it won't end until late fall. I say this from the conversations I'm currently

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Arc’teryx ReGEAR: OutdoorCrunch exclusive promo code

Arc'teryx ReGEAR takes used gear back in action: http://regear.arcteryx.com/. They take the items traded in by users like you and me, rejuvenate them meticulously, and finally put them up

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Arc’teryx Nuclei SV Review: Warmest Arc’teryx synthetic

I own all Arc'teryx synthetics. Everything from Proton, Atom and Nuclei (all Winter 2024 versions). Nuclei SV (Men's - Women's) is the warmest Arc'teryx synthetic. Also see this Best

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Arc’teryx Alpha Parka Review

The release of Alpha Parka once again revealed the reason why Arc'teryx as a brand is the Apple of the technical outerwear industry. The products they launch are

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