Arc'teryx

Covert Cardigan

Women's

I have worn this top for almost everything all over the world for almost ten years and am looking for another one. The fleece is a bit warmer than ordinary fleece and it sheds wind better. I started out using it skiing in Montana over long undies under a hard shell. When it got really cold, I would wear a light down jacket over it and no shell. I have worn it in South Asia when the A/C is too strong, used it as a pillow and a jacket while camping and trekking in South Asia and Bolivia, used it in Europe on trains and planes. It does not pill--I have replaced the zipper (rather ineptly) but still love it. I just used this for a week while camping in central Utah--we had frost on the tent, high cold winds, and even some dusty windy sun in the 50's. I love my sweater fleece but just wish the price were a bit lower.

I love this jacket. I have recieved so many compliments the first day I wore it. It is lightweight and warm. The material is soft. Nicely fitted not too tight around the armpits. I am 150 lbs and a medium fits nicely. I just discovered this brand and I pretty much love all of the line.

I have another Arc'Teryx pullover "cowl"-neck in this fabric, so I thought it was worth a try. Unfortunately, this is a much slimmer cut, which doesn't work for my body. It also has been stabilized with some woven material, which probably adds warmth and wind resistance. What that also does is to make it less stretchy. If you are toned, slim, and have long arms, you might find this a gem.

I was very excited to get this jacket as I did not want to buy into the Patagonia hysteria, but honestly after wearing it for a month & washing it alone with cold water and without fabric softener it has turned into a messy & ugly piece of clothing. Honestly for its poor durability this jacket should be recalled.

This is a generous top, and nicely tailored, but the sleeves are fingertip length--way too long.