Arc Teryx Gamma Mx Jacket Review

For the mountain enthusiast who also wants to look good and stay protected from the elements when in the harshest conditions that a softshell jacket can or should.

Arc teryx gamma mx jacket review.

Gamma mx jacket created for the dynamic demands of alpine travel the gamma mx jacket is a proven performer. The arc teryx gamma mx hoody is a softshell jacket with an additional fleece backing for protecting and insulating from the wind and light precipitation in colder weather activities. It is well tailored comfortable and features decent mobility. Based on my experiences with arc teryx see my review of the alpha sv jacket i decided on the gamma mx.

As the equipment coordinator for a search and rescue team i was faced with buying up to 50 fleece jackets for my team members. You need a softshell that works across the spectrum of changing outputs and shifting conditions. Alpine climbers and backcountry skiers can wear this midweight jacket alone in mild mixed weather conditions or they can wear this jacket as an insulating layer beneath a storm shell. Gamma mx hoody alpine environments are dynamic.

Built from our fortius 2 0 fabric the gamma mx provides midweight insulation resists wind and water breathes and delivers exceptional durability. While this jacket isn t perfect for everything we ve found it to be one of the best choices for a broad range of non summer activities a layer you can take out without disappointment or frustration. I chose the hooded version for added warmth when a toque just won t do. Arc teryx updated the fortius fabric in this 2020 model.