Arc'teryx's 'Breathable' Fleece Hoodie Is a Rare 20% Off at REI
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Why We Love This Deal
Fans of Arc'teryx know that finding a deal on the brand's premium outerwear isn't a common occurrence, but occasionally, lightning strikes at REI. Over the past month, REI has served up great deals on Arc’teryx pieces like the Beta and Atom jackets. Most recently, the Delta Pullover Hoody turned heads as a hand-picked Outlet deal, and it sold out. Now, the full-zip version is getting the discount treatment.
The Arc’teryx Delta Hoody is on sale for $176, a 20% discount from its normal price of $220 and a better deal than what both Arc’teryx and Zappos are offering. It’s available at that price across four colorways, with a full size range in stock in Black and Olive Moss. It’s exceedingly rare to find an Arc’teryx jacket on sale in Black—they usually sell out instantly in that color and similar neutral shades.
Arc'teryx Delta Hoody, $176 (was $220) at REI
What Shoppers Should Know
- Colorways Available: 4
- Sizes Available: XS-2XL
- Material: 100% polyester
- Pockets: 3
- Best For: High-intensity activities like climbing or running
The Delta Hoody is part of Arc’teryx’s Delta line of lightweight fleeces. It features an attached hood, unlike the Delta Jacket, which is hoodless, and a full-zip design, which distinguishes it from the zipperless Delta Pullover. The full-zip plus hood layout makes it useful in a variety of ways. You can wear it as a mid-layer, as reviewers point out, but the full-zip closure makes it easy to get on and off, and the hood offers more protection when you wear the jacket on its own.
The Hoody is made from Arc’teryx’s 100% polyester Octa fleece, which features hollow fibers that trap heat and keep you warm. This layer is optimized for high-intensity activities: The fabric breathes well, and it’s treated with a silver chloride anti-odor treatment to ward off smells from sweat. The zippered opening also allows you to open up the jacket for extra ventilation when you need it.
Compared to older Delta layers, this hoodie has a roomier fit in the body and sleeves for good freedom of movement, and its elasticized cuffs and hem keep it from looking slouchy or feeling drafty. The low-profile hood is designed to fit underneath a helmet (great for climbing or cycling), and the flatlock seam construction reduces bulk and creates a smooth, irritation-free feel inside the jacket.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
Shoppers love the Delta Hoody’s versatility, calling it “a great mid-layer” that’s “breathable but keeps you warm” and also “looks great” when worn on its own in milder weather. The fleece fabric makes it exceptionally comfortable, shoppers reported, and that also makes it a great pick for casual wear, too—you won’t want to save it exclusively for trail days.
The Delta Hoody is going fast, and multiple sizes are almost completely sold out at REI. Take advantage of this sweet 20% discount and grab yours today before they’re all gone.