Practitioner AR Hoody Hombre

This is an extremely versatile piece that I use for indoors instructing and outdoor climbing and ski touring. As an indoor piece, it goes well over a shirt in a cool gym or even over a sweater if you're looking for a little extra protection when walking around on a cooler evening. It is a permeable piece so don't go expecting it to be a solid piece for strong winds or very cold nights. Insulation is not lofty so I'm not wearing this over a shirt or base layer when its close to 0c or colder. As an outdoor piece, it sits as a mid-layer over my base and is the hood is perfect for slipping under the helmet. Perfect whilst in motion on the splitboard. When stationary or belaying, I throw a down jacket over the top and layers well. It is a fitted piece, so having a thick fleece or sweater underneath can feel bulky. I'm thinking of getting another and upsizing for dry days where I can throw a thicker fleece underneath and rain/snow isn't a factor. The drop hem sits well under the harness and protects the back from being exposed to any cold wind coming up. I am 173cm, 70kgs and a Small fits perfect as a mid-layer. I'd go up if wanting to use something thicker underneath. Chest pockets are fantastic to keep the clif bars from turning into bricks and handpockets are great for a bit of protection on a windy day. The inside fleece is warm, and soft, comfortable against the skin. can be a bit grippy against the wool base layers but it is expected. Outside is durable and I haven't snagged it on any alberta limestone yet. Overall, great, practical piece that just goes with me everywhere. Dynasty colour can show dirt and grime quite easily.

i had the grey hoody for over 4 years and its still amazing , i did got the red one as well after seeing how versatile it is . I absolutely LOVE it ,its great for a quick layer or as the main layer on warmer days . strongly recommend it

Best Hoody if you search for a work horse! Robust materials and a very warm layering system inside. I think this is the better version of the Proton Hoody.

The new practitioner AR is not as the old version, who look like the Proton and the Atom, one of my coworker own one. This new version is a fleece with a nice shell. When I opened the package I was a little disappointed, I read the reviews and the descriptions, but I did understand what was the insulation. But I'm super happy so far, this jacket is warm, evacuate the humidity quickly, little waterproof, dry quickly, wind stopper just enough and sturdy but soft! I'm super stocked with this insulated jacket but I might buy a proton later!

I have two of these. One issued by my SAR team, and another I bought so I can keep the other in its SAR pack ready for missions. It’s such a great piece that I found myself reaching for it all the time, especially morning rides to the gym. It’s about five miles downhill to the gym from my house, and mornings never get out of the forties (F) where I live. That’s a long, brisk roll without much exertion where the windproofness of this jacket does well, and when pedaling hard on flats (and one slight uphill) the breathability is enough to keep me comfortable and dry. No other jacket can do that. Bonus: the octaloft offers warmth without compressible loft, so I don’t fret about leaving it tucked away in my SAR bag like I would a synthetic insulated item. Fit: Luckily, Arc’teryx fits like it was tailored for me and thank goodness for that because I’ve noticed a trend toward built-in beer-bellies in other formerly favorite brands, which leads to draftiness. So, sizing is dead-on if your fitness leans toward the type where running around in the mountains all day lifting heavy things with friends and carrying those things a long way feels pretty normal.

Great piece. Thin base layer or next to the skin. Good pocket combination. Perfect for a go to top for all year round mountain rescue.

This is the second jacket I purchase, excellent softness and fit, exceptional balance between warmth and breathability. Great wind protection and a well-designed hood for working at heights. Unfortunately, I ordered the same size as the first jacket but in a different color (orange), and it turned out to be a size larger, which is a shame. I didn't ask for a replacement because I used it as soon as it arrived and packed it in my backpack. Excellent product.

I have several Arcteryx jackets, but was especially excited about this one. I've never had a Jacket with Octa Loft insulation before. In fact I have no experience with anything like it. To put it simply, its awesome! It's warm for its weight and Highly breathable. Creating an insulation piece with such impressive air permeability while still being warm and providing reasonable protection from the wind is not easy to do. Arcteryx has pulled it off. In addition to this, its relatively light weight and very durable! Again...not easy to do. It is not as fitted as I would have suspected by the description Arcteryx provides. This isn't necessarily a bad thing. While it's not what I would describe as fitted, it's not at all loose or baggy. It has just enough room for a base layer and mid-weight fleece, but can easily be worn without layers too. I am 190lbs, 6'2" tall...if that helps for sizing. Lastly...the appearance of the Jacket is impressive. While it's not a top priority for me, I do appreciate it when my clothing looks good. It is definitely in its element on the climb, but doesn't look out of place at the pub later in the day. Overall, I really like this jacket. I'll likely be trading in my Atom as it has become an unnecessary piece as a result. One con...this jacket has a very weird crinkly fabric on the hem...drives me nuts as I can hear it whenever I move.

I got this jacket a couple of weeks ago, and I am so happy I did. Have only used it for regular stuff like walks and biking, but the breathability really shines through even in those conditions. The fit is tight around the chest and neck, making it hard to layer up with thick layers underneath. For my use however as a spring/autumn jacket it is lovely! I just toss it over a t-shirt or a merino long sleeve if it's colder, and I'm perfectly comfortable. Takes on lighter showers like a boss. Build quality seems tough and sturdy, should last many years, especially since it has no glued on pocket. Overall a very good jacket, but don't expect it to fit or feel like an atom. It is similar to the Proton with Octaloft, but made with a tougher face fabric.

Got it as a step up from the Atom LT and it fits the same.

Cette veste est très bien conçu très bien coupé et très fonctionnel

Usefull jacket for all kind of activities. I like the durable exterior finish.

I bought this a month a go and i`m soo Happy , because i love this Jacket. I have a Rush IS Jacket M`S from the Collection 06/19 and the Practitioner AR Hoody have the same Cushion Inside feeling...perfect! But one Opinion i have with the Hoody Section. It`s maybe possible in the Future "Adjustment" like from the Gamma MX Hoody? I had yesterday the first ride with my E-Bike this Seasioon. In my Hometown of Davos Swiss Alps, still it has a bit of Snow . The Jacket hold my all the time comfy warm and the Jacket is very Light with 5-10 Degree in the Evening. With my work is the Jacket a perfect Mid Layer in the Winter and i think in Spring-Sommer- Autumn Seaison is a good Choice as a windbreaker for coulder and rainy Days.

So far, so good, nice pocket optionsz. I am curious whethet the octafill will be as warm as the fill in the Atomics. I like the heavier shell material.

Brukt jakken i en ukes tid, både alene og med en arcteryx alpha sv. Dette må være den ultimate jaklen å bruke hele året! Fantastisk!!

Got this back in 2019 for helicopter rescue work and has been a solid piece of kit through varying extreme conditions. Only issue i had was the waist drawstring assembly detached from the fabric / came apart rather quickly.

It was exactly what I have expected to buy, very practical

I bought this one month ago and I’m very happy . Thank you

I like the design of this Hoody, also the 2 pockets in the front side, good protection against stormy weather conditions, a top universal Hoody, I don`t have any wishes to make it better.

I bought this a few months ago and have zero regrets! Love the roomy pockets (4) and much warmer than I anticipated. Warmer than my Atom LT for sure and is a great piece for every day use and milder temperatures by itself when in the mountains. Usually have it layered under my Beta AR with zero issues whatsoever. I purchased an XL, I’m 6’2, 235lbs and I wear an XL for all my stuff. Definitely fits true to size.

I was very impressed with this product. I’m a very thin guy and get cold easily even with proper layering. I found the practioner to be extremely functional, lightweight, warm, and kept me dry. Very very impressed with it. -15degrees Celsius with a 20km wind all I had was a T-shirt a long merino wool long sleeve and this on and I was super comfy

Love the 4 front pockets, soft inside pockets. Love the softer kind of fluffy inside of the jacket, feels more cozy than an atom. My boyfriend bought one in L and I liked the baggy, cozy fit so I bought an L too even though I’m 5’ female lol.

Versatile layer, too warm for touring most of the time (unless it's guide pace) and not a true puffy (insulation is a luffa? type fabric not like typical synthetic insulation) but it's great to throw on before hitting a windy ridge or summit, great skiing jacket in mild temps. Turns precipitation pretty good. This is sorta replacing my hardshell, if it's stormy, cold, wet, etc. I throw this in the pack.

I've had this jacket for a month and wear it everyday. It's perfect for the up and down weather of the Atlantic Provinces. I wear it in the bush, on light trail runs, walking the dog early morning, and sometimes to work. I can fit a vest underneath or/instead add a shell. Pretty flexible. I'll wear it up north (Yukon, NWT, Alaskas) where I guide two week wilderness river expeditions in remote areas. It will be perfect on a windy cool day on a raft or in camp or to put on during a hike in alpine areas. The two chest pockets and lower hand pockets are a great feature. I need pockets for all sorts of odds and ends especially when guiding up north. Chest pocket are great size and expand if you want to shove gloves/mitts and hat in one, a phone, or other location device in the other. The interior fabric is cozy. I will often wear a short sleeve shirt and the jacket and again, the fabric is very nice. The outer layer is weather resistant in a light rain but it's purpose is not as a rain jacket/ shell like the other items. It's also quite different and unique to the Atom Lt which offers some insulation. I see it as in between but think it will end up being my go to jacket. Last thing, the hood is great.

No complaints. It's warm, comfortable and moves well. Can handle some light rain. Lots of pockets.

I can hike up a mountain carrying gear and not be sweaty and then stand still in the wind for ages and not be cold, I don't understand how. I run warm so I can use this jacket anywhere between 10 and -20 C depending on the base layer. This usefulness of this jacket is beyond words for mountain enthusiasts and professionals

Owned my Practioner AR for nearly 2 years now and I have to say its one of the best jackets I've owned. My go to jacket when heading out climbing or SAR training. Great build quality, durability and function when on the move.