What is the Atom SL Vest?
The Atom SL is the lightest weight synthetically insulated gilet from Arcteryx. It's perfectly suited to cold, fast-paced mountain adventures like running and biking but also works well as an extra light layer on chillier summer evenings.
What is the Atom SL Vest made of?
Insulation: The Atom SL has 40g/m² of Coreloft Compact in the body to maintain core temperature during mid to high output activities. Coreloft is a synthetic insulation that is similar to Primaloft. However, it has been developed by Arc'teryx to be more durable. Not only is it more durable, but the synthetic fibres have also been siliconised to further increase breathability by reducing the fibres ability to hold onto moisture.
Outer Fabric: The outer is a combination of a tough 20 denier, 100% nylon fabric everywhere apart from the air permeable side panels. This is made from Torrent fabric that has an antimicrobial Polygiene treatment to avoid the build up of nasty smells and is also stretchy to give a low profile fit that improves the overall ventilation of this brilliant looking jacket.
What are the features?
A No-Slip Zip acts as a series of speed bumps, meaning the zip can't make it's way undone while you're out and about. You have two pockets which are just about the right size for a phone, GPS, snacks or obviously, hands, while an adjustable hem allows you to seal in heat or ventilate when working hard. A high collar provides further warmth in cool conditions.
How does the Atom SL Vest fit?
This garment has the Arc'teryx “Trim Fit”. Trim fitting garments share motion-friendly traits with the “Regular fit” but are patterned with lower volume for reduced bulk. The trim fit is sized for a base layer and a trim synthetic or down filled mid-layer. Check out the link below for exact sizing measurements.
Where does the Atom SL fit in the layering system?
The Atom SL is a lightly insulated gilet that works well as a mid layer in cool conditions or over a base layer on summer evenings.
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Two zippered hand pockets
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Air-permeable fabric
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Light insulation
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Water resistant
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High collar
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Fleece stretch panels
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Highly breathable
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Perfect for high-output activities