The Cerium SV is a specialist highly insulated and warmer version of the Cerium LT that can be used as an extremely warm midlayer or as a standalone outer layer in cold, dry conditions. Using the highest quality down, it weighs much less than the average jacket of the same type, has intelligently placed insulation and can be stuffed into it's own included stuff sack for easy storage.
The Cerium is beautifully made, as you would expect from Arcteryx, but the really clever thing is the way that they have made the jacket so light. Traditional down jackets are made lighter by simply reducing the amount of down and using super lightweight, fragile materials. Arcteryx however have stuffed the Cerium with 850 fill power European Goose Down and given it a high tenacity face fabric.
The Cerium also uses strategically placed Coreloft siliconised polyester synthetic insulation in areas that receive the most moisture and are affected by compression. The shoulders are Coreloft insulated as are the hem, sleeves and underarms. Coreloft retains warmth even when wet and resists compression better than down; so you get the best of both types of insulation, unrivaled warmth and comfort from the down in the main body and protection from Coreloft in strategic areas. The face fabric (Arato 10) used 100% nylon and is DWR (durable water repellant) coated, therefore having the ability to resist moisture and wind while being used as an outer layer.
The end result of all this technology, superior craftsmanship and Arcteryx gorgeousness is a down jacket that fits and feels fantastically well, performs in all mountain environments and looks brilliant.
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850 fill power European Goose Down
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Coreloft 100 and 140 insulation (100g/m and 140 g/m)
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100% nylon face fabric with DWR coating
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Adjustable, low profile, down insulated storm hood
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Two zippered hand pockets
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Full front zip with chin guard and wind flap
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Low profile, elasticated cuff at the wrist layers easily
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Adjustable hem drawcord
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Stuff sack included
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Trim fit