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Iron Heart Fall/Winter 2025 Live Reveal - Thursday 12th of June at 1700BST

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    Megatron1505
    見習いボス
    @steelworker
    Joined: 10 Jul 2011

    @steelworker , it can get a bit of an obsession, which is something most folks here can relate to.

    The whole layering system thing is probably the most common question asked on Reddit Arcteryx threads. People really seem to want to know how others stack their clothing on cold days.

    I think it’s the outdoor clothing worlds equivalent of “how breathable is that denim” ? 😅

    Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

    last edited by 21 Sept 2024, 05:25 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 2
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      seawolf
      Mod Squad
      Joined: 28 Oct 2011

      The Atom LT is my favorite travel jacket. I blacked out the logo with a sharpie 😉

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      “Good design is actually a lot harder to notice than poor design, in part because good designs fit our needs so well that the design is invisible” - Don Norman

      @zeebeeleather

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        Megatron1505
        見習いボス
        Joined: 10 Jul 2011

        @seawolf , low key ninja style, I like it.

        Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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          deanclean
          Iron Heart Deity
          Joined: 17 Jan 2014

          It’s great stuff. I have a few items but have no idea what they are called. I most recently got a light waterproof jacket for my trip to Ireland back in May. Of course it didn’t rain a drop for the entire trip. Probably the nicest weather I have ever experienced there. But that’s the way it goes.

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            Megatron1505
            見習いボス
            Joined: 10 Jul 2011

            I just bought a vintage (2006) Gamma MX hoodie from Vinted for next to nothing (£40).

            The taped seam at the bottom has been stitched in place, and it’s a little faded around the seams but it should be great for hikes in crap weather without worrying too much about it.

            I’ll throw it in the wash with some Arcteryx soap and replace the DWR when it gets here then throw some pics up.

            Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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              nrtphotos
              Raw and Unwashed
              Joined: 26 Apr 2022

              I have a fairly good sized collection of Arc’teryx, I’m in BC so it was a local brand. I bought all of my stuff before COVID. The brand has completely lost its way and the quality has nose dived on a lot of the products since they were bought out. It’s basically a hype beast brand and here in BC it’s basically just considered a flex to wear it to show how much money you spent.

              Patagonia is a better brand and FAR better warranty for 99% of the population. There’s very few people who need the weight savings from Arc’teryx.

              last edited by 22 Sept 2024, 19:11 M 1 Reply Last reply 22 Sept 2024, 19:47 Reply Quote 1
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                PJ
                Haraki san Student
                Joined: 6 Jun 2022

                Only have one piece.
                Got it in january from a friend who had stocked up on these Leaf stuff.🤙
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                Peter 🤙😎

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                  Anesthetist
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                  Joined: 14 May 2011

                  Looking toasty @PJ and that looks like the perfect piece for Norway.

                  I bought this Veilance Mionn for our Norway trip but I think it will get a lot of use this fall.
                  It is a hair lighter than an Atom hoody but obviously a different cut.

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                  It fits a hair large but will be good for layering. It also has these massive chest pockets than can fit anything that my Bellroy sling can. Great design.

                  IG: bluehandsslim

                  last edited by 22 Sept 2024, 19:34 M 1 Reply Last reply 24 Sept 2024, 08:13 Reply Quote 4
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                    Anesthetist
                    見習いボス
                    Joined: 14 May 2011

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                    IG: bluehandsslim

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                      Megatron1505
                      見習いボス
                      @nrtphotos
                      Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                      @nrtphotos I think you have to be quite careful about what Arcteryx items you buy these days in terms of quality. After my Gamma MX purchase today, which is made in Canada, I’m interested in looking back at some vintage stuff.

                      The brand is not too well known where I am (in the UK) so its still more of an “if you know, you know” thing over here.

                      Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

                      last edited by 22 Sept 2024, 19:47 N 1 Reply Last reply 23 Sept 2024, 23:32 Reply Quote 1
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                        Megatron1505
                        見習いボス
                        Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                        @Anesthetist , that looks great, very stylish and subtle.

                        @PJ , interested how the LEAF version compares to the standard. I’m guessing much more durable for military applications.

                        Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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                          nrtphotos
                          Raw and Unwashed
                          @Megatron1505
                          Joined: 26 Apr 2022

                          @Megatron1505 I think only the Alpha SV is made in Canada, that’s it. The brand has become a bit of a running joke in BC, it’s mainly worn by young kids or office guys trying to flex their wealth. Obviously you will see it on the trails and outdoors but it’s basically a status symbol in BC. The laminated seams are absolute trash for longevity, I will never buy another jacket with them. Doesn’t matter how you treat them or wash them either. The warranty and customer service is abysmal now too.

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                            Megatron1505
                            見習いボス
                            Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                            @nrtphotos , that’s quite sad to hear, but I guess when a brand which is known for quality and dependability lets those things slip then this is what happens.

                            I haven’t experienced anything bad myself yet, in fact my Zeta SL which all the Redditors say is “trash” due to using Paclite Pro has stood up for almost three years of use now.

                            For me, I’ll enjoy what I have and most likely look for bargains on the secondary market of older items if I want to get anything else.

                            Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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                              meatmarketdenim1
                              Haraki san Expert
                              @Anesthetist
                              Joined: 30 Aug 2024

                              @Anesthetist
                              That’s a really cool jacket/hoody. Kinda like coach jacket vibe

                              last edited by 24 Sept 2024, 08:13 A 1 Reply Last reply 24 Sept 2024, 14:22 Reply Quote 1
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                                Anesthetist
                                見習いボス
                                @meatmarketdenim1
                                Joined: 14 May 2011

                                @meatmarketdenim1 hadnt thought about it in that light, but you’re right 😎

                                IG: bluehandsslim

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                                  Megatron1505
                                  見習いボス
                                  Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                                  Ignore my last post, I’m a big fat liar. Just bought a Proton because it was on sale 🤦‍♂️

                                  Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

                                  last edited by 24 Sept 2024, 17:05 M 1 Reply Last reply 24 Sept 2024, 17:29 Reply Quote 1
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                                    meatmarketdenim1
                                    Haraki san Expert
                                    @Megatron1505
                                    Joined: 30 Aug 2024

                                    @Megatron1505
                                    Oh nice, sales will get ya lol

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                                      Megatron1505
                                      見習いボス
                                      Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                                      Ok, so since saying I was ok with what I had I have been on a bit of a second hand shopping rampage 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

                                      Current collection now stands at…..

                                      Atom LT 24k - synthetic insulation - black/ gold
                                      Thorium AR 24k - down insulation - black/ gold
                                      Proton LT - wind-stopper fleece- black
                                      Gamma MX - soft shell - black/ green
                                      Zeta SL - Gore-tex shell - grey
                                      Solano Jacket - wind-stopper - black
                                      Delta LT Jacket - grid fleece - blue
                                      Kyanite LT jacket - light weight - black
                                      Kyanite AR - Hoodie - blue
                                      Cormac pants - light weight - black
                                      Wool cap - black
                                      Cross body bag - black

                                      Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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