Arc'teryx: Women's Theta AR Jacket (Spring 08)

If extended trips or a job as a guide place you in the outdoors rain or shine, then a tough, storm proof jacket, like the Arc'teryx Women's Theta AR is an unbeatable choice. It features the new GORE-TEX® Pro Shell, a fabric that breathes better, lasts longer, and is even lighter than the materials used in the previous version of this popular jacket. In fact, this year's version is significantly lighter than in years past, offering a greater level of comfort and packability. Crammed with features to satisfy even the most hardcore mountaineer or backcountry skier, the Arc'teryx Theta AR Jacket makes up for any excess weight this may add by employing industry leading innovations, such as micro seam allowances and tiny GORE-TEX® seam taping. But toughness and saving weight isn't all that this jacket is about. Waist and hem drawcords, articulated elbows, and no-lift gusseted underarms allow for full range of motion while blocking cold drafts and spindrift. Laminated zippers and bonded soft grommets contribute to the jacket's supple feel, and the one hand pull cords are exceedingly convenient when one hand is busy tending to a belay.

• Fabrics: 380NR GORE-TEX® 3-layer Pro, highly abrasion resistant 480NR GORE-TEX® 3-layer Pro
• Reinforced shoulder, elbows, and sleeves
• Helmet compatible drop hood
• Laminated quick-dry chin guard
• Laminated die-cut Velcro® cuffs with elastic form a weatherproof seal around your handwear
• One-hand pull cords are so convenient when your other hand is occupied
• No-lift gusseted underarms eliminate annoying drafts when making a long reach
• WaterTight, laminated front, pit, and pocket zippers with moulded zipper garages eliminate the need for bulky zipper flaps
• Two hand pockets and one chest pocket with laminated zipper provides a cozy refuge for delicate electronic gear
• Articulated elbows offer freedom of movement
• Below hip length, drop back hem provides greater coverage in challenging conditions
• Laminated waist and hem drawcords seal out spindrift
• Bonded soft grommets replace hard metal on pull cord exits, further reducing garment weight and improving comfort
• Micro seam allowances (1/16 of an inch, 1.6mm) and tiny GORE-TEX® seam tape reduces garment weight and improves suppleness
• Laminated high strength hanger loop
• Weight: 17.5 oz. (495 grams) in medium