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Arc'teryx Atom Hoody vs Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket

Hooded Flash Jacket is the lighter of the two by 64 g (2.3 oz).

Atom Hoody lists for $200.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Where to buy

Atom Hoody

  • Check price on Amazon→
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Hooded Flash Jacket

  • Check price at Western Mountaineering

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Atom Hoody

Arc'teryx

Hooded Flash Jacket

Western Mountaineering

Weight
12.5 oz
10.3 oz
MSRP
$300.00
$500.00

Which one to choose

  • Choose the Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket if every ounce counts — 10.3 oz against 12.5 oz.
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Questions this comparison answers

Is the Arc'teryx Atom Hoody lighter than the Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket?
Hooded Flash Jacket is the lighter of the two by 64 g (2.3 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Arc'teryx Atom Hoody or the Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket?
Atom Hoody lists for $200.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Arc'teryx Atom Hoody

Source not recorded.

“” problem. Wear it solo for chilly forest hikes with windy summits, climbing at the crag, and hanging at the campsite, or as a midlayer for touring and wet winter objectives. The Coreloft synthetic insulation stays warm even if you run into light weather, making it a better alternative to down for high-output days year round. Need a heavier option? Try the Atom SV Hoody.”
Full specs and prices for the Atom Hoody →

Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket

Source not recorded.

“When weight, warmth, and packability matter most, the Hooded Flash Jacket delivers serious performance in a minimalist package.”
Full specs and prices for the Hooded Flash Jacket →

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