Mountain Equipment Arrow Hooded Jacket

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A versatile mid-layer that offers the wind resistance of a hard shell, coupled with the moister wicking property of a fleece.  Exceptionally comfortable, stretchy and great for a wide range of outdoor activities.

Mountain Equipment says: 

The Arrow Hooded Jacket combines the wind resistance, wicking and warmth for days in the mountains with the unimpeded mobility required on steep ground. Three zipped pockets keep essentials close to hand and our Mountain Hood provides valuable extra protection in Alpine conditions.

Our Verdict

The tight-knit double-weave fabric makes the fleece incredibly wind resistant; most wind shells are not very breathable, but the fleece helps moister move away from the skin, eliminating the need to bring extra shell. It’s an active fit, so it will sit close to your body, perfect if you are scrambling or climbing; the fleece won’t hinder you by getting in the way.

This jacket has a classic soft shell feel to it but the inner design certainly steps away from that. With a raised pattern, the inner provides a similar effect to grid fleeces by trapping air and improving temperature regulation in both warm and cold conditions.

With the hood up, you get an added layer of insulation, but you also get the benefits of wind resistance; the double-weave doesn’t dampen sound, which some harder shells often do.

The fleece has three large pockets, two large hand-warming pockets and one Napoleon chest pocket; all are of a generous size, and all have a zip closure for safety.  

A layering piece you will get full year-round use out of, that looks great too.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• 182g m-2 double weave fabric with lofted inner face is wind resistant, wicking and comfortable
• Men’s Active fit
• Elastane bound Mountain Hood
• Coverstitched seams
• YKK® centre front zip
• 2 zipped hand pockets and 1 Napoleon chest pocket
• Adjustable dual tether hem drawcords

Specifications

• Small weighs: 342g
• Medium weighs: 350g
• Large weighs: 369g
• XLarge weighs: 381g

Material & Construction

• 90% Polyester, 10% Elastane