The Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket debuted in 1998 as the company's first flagship shell. It weighed 708 grams in a men's medium. The current version weighs 485 grams. That's a 31% weight reduction across 27 years of production, and the jacket has

The Arc'teryx Descent Line was a dedicated snowsports collection that ran from 2001 through the mid-2000s. Arc'teryx spent 18 months building it before anyone saw a single jacket. The company hired Tom Routh, a backcountry rider with no interest in half-measures. His job: solve problems the

LEAF stands for Law Enforcement and Armed Forces. It's Arc'teryx's tactical division, based in the same North Vancouver facility that builds their climbing and skiing gear. The division applies the same design philosophy, same materials sourcing, and same construction standards to military and law

If you've spent any time researching Arc'teryx beanies, you've seen the complaint that keeps coming up: "It's too tight." The Bird Head Toque, Grotto Toque, and other models have earned a reputation for running small, and I've seen

How to Legit Check a Fake Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket The 2024-2025 Beta SL uses PFC-free Gore-Tex ePE membrane, hybrid 40D/70D fabric, and weighs 340g. Fake Arc'teryx Beta SL units are constantly being QCed and improved upon and are sold for $67 plus shipping and

Real vs Fake Arc’teryx Beanie: Spot the Difference Check the interior tag, logo stitching, and hang tag. Those three details immediately expose most fake Arc’teryx beanies. The Bird Head Toque, Bird Word Toque, and Grotto Toque are Arc’teryx’s most counterfeited models, and they’re a minefield

Arc'teryx makes more beanie and toque models than most people realize. The lineup spans merino wool, wool-acrylic blends, recycled polyester, technical fleece, and military-grade options. The FW25 catalog lists 14 toque and beanie models, plus a headband, priced between $42 and $90. Discontinued models from the early 2000s

Arc'teryx Flatiron sits at 149 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010, steps from the Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park. It opened on December 19, 2022, as the first Pinnacle Store outside Canada. At 6,600 square feet, this is one of Arc'teryx's largest

The Arc'teryx Run Steady Challenge is a Strava-based running event requiring 40 miles in 30 days. Arc'teryx sponsors these challenges annually on Strava, and I completed the April edition. At 1.33 miles per day on average, the bar is accessible for most runners. The real

Arc'teryx operates five outlet stores in the United States. These aren't full-price brand stores, they carry past-season gear, overstock, and discontinued models at 20-40% off retail. The selection varies by location and rotates frequently, so what's on the floor changes week to week. All

Arc'teryx System_A combines outdoor tech with urban style. Launched in 2021, it targets younger users with limited-run drops. Each release introduces unique gear that is distinct from the mainline. Here's a breakdown of all eight drops. Arc'teryx System_A Drop 01: The First

Arc'teryx operates over 40 brand stores and outlets across the United States. This list covers every official Arc'teryx retail location sorted by state, including full-price brand stores and factory outlets. Partner retailers like REI are not included. Phone numbers are listed where publicly available. Some stores

The Arc'teryx Upper West Side store serves locals and visitors in Manhattan, New York City. At 6 feet and 165 pounds, I found their sizing to be well-suited, but this article delves into the store itself, including its location, products, customer service, and why it's worth

Arc'teryx builds balaclavas for two very different crowds. The mainline models target skiers, runners, and climbers who need lightweight face protection during high-output cold-weather activities. The LEAF line serves military and law enforcement with flame-resistant fabrics, helmet compatibility, and windproof panels built to mil-spec standards. Current production includes

Arc'teryx has built backpacks since the early 1990s, starting with technical alpine packs in their North Vancouver design center. The lineup now spans climbing, hiking, skiing, everyday carry, travel, and tactical use. This page covers every known model - current production and discontinued - sorted by category. For

Arc'teryx CA 34438 is a regulatory identifier assigned to Arc'teryx. Canadian textile manufacturers must comply with national production and labeling standards. This code is printed on the care tags of Arc'teryx products and can be found in various locations. People search for Arc'

The Arc'teryx logo depicts the skeleton of the Archaeopteryx, a 150-million-year-old transitional species between dinosaurs and birds. It's based on the Berlin Specimen discovered in Germany in 1877. Designer Michael Hofler created the minimalist skeleton design showing the prehistoric bird in flight. The logo represents the