Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Cerium LT Hoodie

Bought as a replacement for an older fleece and disappointed I waited so long to replace it! The Cerium is incredibly lightweight and yet I've found myself not needing to wear a jumper underneath as it can be more than warm enough. Fit seems true to size. Large enough underneath for me to fit a base layer and then a jumper or similar (Rho AR fits great) and then the Cerium on top. Ive yet to get myself a hard shell though. Hood is adjustable on the rear and fits nice and snug over my head. Sleeve length is, for me, perfect and the body length is just long enough to cover any under layers without being baggy. Two zip hand pockets are large enough to fit a wallet, phone, keys and the usual day to day small items, or they work well as hand warmers. Internal zip pocket over the left great is big enough for a wallet or phone and this is where the stuff sack is attached. The zips though are a bit of a let down. They're really small which makes handling them a bit awkward at times, especially in gloves. I cant help but think there was a better, slightly larger zipper option they could have gone for. Maybe in future generations they'll improve the zip. Despite this, its still a superb jacket. Primary use for now is commuting to work however I plan on using it as a mid layer to ski in too, hiking and general winter use.

Bought as a replacement for an older fleece and disappointed I waited so long to replace it! The Cerium is incredibly lightweight and yet I've found myself not needing to wear a jumper underneath as it can be more than warm enough. Fit seems true to size. Large enough underneath for me to fit a base layer and then a jumper or similar (Rho AR fits great) and then the Cerium on top. Ive yet to get myself a hard shell though. Hood is adjustable on the rear and fits nice and snug over my head. Sleeve length is, for me, perfect and the body length is just long enough to cover any under layers without being baggy. Two zip hand pockets are large enough to fit a wallet, phone, keys and the usual day to day small items, or they work well as hand warmers. Internal zip pocket over the left great is big enough for a wallet or phone and this is where the stuff sack is attached. The zips though are a bit of a let down. They're really small which makes handling them a bit awkward at times, especially in gloves. I cant help but think there was a better, slightly larger zipper option they could have gone for. Maybe in future generations they'll improve the zip. Despite this, its still a superb jacket. Primary use for now is commuting to work however I plan on using it as a mid layer to ski in too, hiking and general winter use.

i'm so pleased with the versatility of this product. i've used at as a mid layer skiing, a mid layer watching my boy play rugby in very cold conditions, an outer layer watching him play rugby in just cold conditions, a jacket to drive the children to school as its so light and snug on cold mornings, a coat to wear to the pub if it's not raining in the winter. i bought it for skiing - but i wear it all the time. Absolutely brilliant buy.

This is a truly amazing product that hits the sweet spot in terms of temperature range. I have used it almost every day since it arrived, finding it to be quite warm and comfortable down to almost -10C. At that point I usually wear a heavier parka anyway. I have also worn it on days that go up to 5C or higher. it covers this range of temperature incredibly well for something that's so...LIGHT! It is very light, packs down into a handy bag and has good pockets. The Nocturne colour is a beautiful blue that is great if you're tired of black but don't want something too bright. This jacket has become an instant go-to.

Hallo, ich habe die Jacke jetzt seit einigen Wochen tglich in Gebrauch und bin einfach nur begeistert. Sie ist federleicht und hlt angenehm warm. Besonders gut finde ich, das die Daunenfllung an Achsel oder Ellenbogen sich nicht verschiebt. Bei anderen Daunenjacken war die Fllung oft schon nach wenigen Tagen verrutscht und es gab kalte Stellen. Wenn ich berhaupt was bemngeln msste - der Reisverschluss erscheint mir etwas sehr dnn und zierlich, hier wird sich noch zeigen, wie lange er hlt. Im Vergleich zur Atom light hoody fllt die Cerium deutlich kleiner aus. Bei der Atom passt mir Grsse L genau, die Cerium musste ich in XL nehmen.

Hallo, ich habe die Jacke jetzt seit einigen Wochen tglich in Gebrauch und bin einfach nur begeistert. Sie ist federleicht und hlt angenehm warm. Besonders gut finde ich, das die Daunenfllung an Achsel oder Ellenbogen sich nicht verschiebt. Bei anderen Daunenjacken war die Fllung oft schon nach wenigen Tagen verrutscht und es gab kalte Stellen. Wenn ich berhaupt was bemngeln msste - der Reisverschluss erscheint mir etwas sehr dnn und zierlich, hier wird sich noch zeigen, wie lange er hlt. Im Vergleich zur Atom light hoody fllt die Cerium deutlich kleiner aus. Bei der Atom passt mir Grsse L genau, die Cerium musste ich in XL nehmen.

Cerium LT is the best lightweight hoody that I found after serious research. Cerium LT Smoke, size S I'm 178 / 70 kg / chest 96 cm + Snug and perfect fit + True to size S + Hood fits like a glove + Zippered pockets - Could be a tad warmer but this is lightweight, so it's understandable one cannot get the best of the both worlds.

Cerium LT is the best lightweight hoody that I found after serious research. Cerium LT Smoke, size S I'm 178 / 70 kg / chest 96 cm + Snug and perfect fit + True to size S + Hood fits like a glove + Zippered pockets - Could be a tad warmer but this is lightweight, so it's understandable one cannot get the best of the both worlds.

Great jacket. Something everyone should own. very warm.

J'adore ce manteau pour m'entraner a la marche rapide en hiver il est lger et juste assez chaud pour cela. Trs confortable et les couleurs sont superbe

Like an outer layer of skin !it's so easy to put on ! It takes Comfortability to a whole-nother level

If had this jacket for a few days now and have tested it out in -20 C to -30C with wind chill. Let me tell you, this jacket did much better than I thought it would. I felt no cold at all and I was only wearing a light hoody as a base layer. Mind you I was only outside for about 20 minutes walking to work, however I never once felt cold. I knew it would be a warm jacket, but I thought the wind would cut right through without a shell. I was wrong. This jacket is amazing. I can also wear it in the chalet, open and not feel too hot. I'm 6' (183cm), 175 lbs and I usually wear medium or large in most brands. The medium in this case was just too short (in the torso) and slightly too tight. At the front of the jacket, the medium would finish right at my belt, which looked very awkward. I ended up getting the Large. It's a bit roomier but do to the slim fit, it's not to bulky at all. It also allows me to layer up underneath. I mainly use this piece to walk around town, walking the dog and hiking. I also purchased the Therme Parka. For the days when it's really cold (-30C or below) and I'm out shooting (photos) and not moving much or standing still at the dog park, I layer the Cerium under Therme. Jesse

If had this jacket for a few days now and have tested it out in -20 C to -30C with wind chill. Let me tell you, this jacket did much better than I thought it would. I felt no cold at all and I was only wearing a light hoody as a base layer. Mind you I was only outside for about 20 minutes walking to work, however I never once felt cold. I knew it would be a warm jacket, but I thought the wind would cut right through without a shell. I was wrong. This jacket is amazing. I can also wear it in the chalet, open and not feel too hot. I'm 6' (183cm), 175 lbs and I usually wear medium or large in most brands. The medium in this case was just too short (in the torso) and slightly too tight. At the front of the jacket, the medium would finish right at my belt, which looked very awkward. I ended up getting the Large. It's a bit roomier but do to the slim fit, it's not to bulky at all. It also allows me to layer up underneath. I mainly use this piece to walk around town, walking the dog and hiking. I also purchased the Therme Parka. For the days when it's really cold (-30C or below) and I'm out shooting (photos) and not moving much or standing still at the dog park, I layer the Cerium under Therme. Jesse

Bought a Cerium LT last year in anticipation of a sever cold snap during which I would be Gatekeeping at 2200m. First off its a smaller fit, if you plan to use it as a belay definitely size up. Hood fits under a helmet so I've used it under my Atom LT on several occasions and this is a toast combo, add a shell and you re immune to the elements. Great for cold sunny days on the hill when you don't mind letting the zip down a bit to vent up the lifts. As stated above, I have found its too warm (can this really be a bad thing thought) for extended walks and really great to start off with but soon shed. Stuff sack could have a slightly wider opening. Positive that the waist cinch and internal pocket have only made this amazing jacket even better.

I recently discovered that I was not allergic to down, after an early childhood allergy diagnosis! The simplicity, design, and the very stylish nocturnal color were all big reasons to get this jacket. I had also considered the EOS and feathered friends version of a lightweight jacket, but the placement of coreloft meant greater versatility with exercise in a wet eastern State. I had been wanting an alternative insulation to coreloft in cold weather, low intensity exercises, and city life. I run hot, so I found that atom lt was not useful for accents in winter hiking or skiing, yet I found myself always cold on the trip down. In terms of fit, the new model for 2017, in a small, fits incredibly well. I am 5'11 and 150 lbs and the jacket fits well to my body, with no loose or too snug areas. The new waist band synches are incredibly useful in maintaining a good torso fit when extending your arms above your shoulders. The fitted elbow collars are great for rolling up your jacket's arms to the elbow, and synch around baselayers well. This jacket packs an incredible punch with warmth. Simply hiking down hills in 20F, with low effort can cause me to overheat. But for low intensity walking, resting on a mountaintop, or city life, this jacket thrives in cold, dry weather. I have yet to experience this jacket with downhill skiing, but I'm sure it will thrive with an appropriate base layer. The jacket fits incredibly well underneath my beta sv and gamma lt jackets when weather is incremental. The hood is perfectly aligned with these shell jackets to maintain warmth, but reduce exposure to water. Talk about design purpose and care. The baffles quickly regain their shape after being packed down in the compression bag (which rocks) or a backpack. This provides warmth instantaneously when putting the jacket on the top of a mountain or during a cold walk. My only complaint is that many small feathers work their way through the stitching between baffles. This is impossible to rub back into the baffles. I've had this jacket for three months now, and this is a daily occurrence. There has been only two instances of larger feather poking through the fabric or the stitching, and these were easily rubbed back into the baffles. I realize that 90%, at the minimum, of the down used in Arc'teryx is considered to be down clumps, while the other 10% are these small feathers, which have minimal insulation. However, aesthetically, as well as cost-wise, it feels like it's an awful shame to have small feathers constantly poking out of the stitching.

I recently discovered that I was not allergic to down, after an early childhood allergy diagnosis! The simplicity, design, and the very stylish nocturnal color were all big reasons to get this jacket. I had also considered the EOS and feathered friends version of a lightweight jacket, but the placement of coreloft meant greater versatility with exercise in a wet eastern State. I had been wanting an alternative insulation to coreloft in cold weather, low intensity exercises, and city life. I run hot, so I found that atom lt was not useful for accents in winter hiking or skiing, yet I found myself always cold on the trip down. In terms of fit, the new model for 2017, in a small, fits incredibly well. I am 5'11 and 150 lbs and the jacket fits well to my body, with no loose or too snug areas. The new waist band synches are incredibly useful in maintaining a good torso fit when extending your arms above your shoulders. The fitted elbow collars are great for rolling up your jacket's arms to the elbow, and synch around baselayers well. This jacket packs an incredible punch with warmth. Simply hiking down hills in 20F, with low effort can cause me to overheat. But for low intensity walking, resting on a mountaintop, or city life, this jacket thrives in cold, dry weather. I have yet to experience this jacket with downhill skiing, but I'm sure it will thrive with an appropriate base layer. The jacket fits incredibly well underneath my beta sv and gamma lt jackets when weather is incremental. The hood is perfectly aligned with these shell jackets to maintain warmth, but reduce exposure to water. Talk about design purpose and care. The baffles quickly regain their shape after being packed down in the compression bag (which rocks) or a backpack. This provides warmth instantaneously when putting the jacket on the top of a mountain or during a cold walk. My only complaint is that many small feathers work their way through the stitching between baffles. This is impossible to rub back into the baffles. I've had this jacket for three months now, and this is a daily occurrence. There has been only two instances of larger feather poking through the fabric or the stitching, and these were easily rubbed back into the baffles. I realize that 90%, at the minimum, of the down used in Arc'teryx is considered to be down clumps, while the other 10% are these small feathers, which have minimal insulation. However, aesthetically, as well as cost-wise, it feels like it's an awful shame to have small feathers constantly poking out of the stitching.

My favourite down jacket ever! feels super light, and comfortable and warm at same time! & Looks amazing.

One thing you don't always appreciate about Arc'teryx until you own a few different pieces is how you can just buy one size. I bought my Cerium and my Theta in the same size, and they are cut differently so that it just works out. One goes on top of the other, they fit well together and don't impair movement. Most other brands will require that you size up to get the shell to layer, or size down to get a svelte mid. I hope it is a positive statement that one of the best parts of the Cerium LT isn't specific to the jacket, but specific to the brand. However, the jacket is a treat too. It is light, warms up instantly, and seems almost magically warm for its profile. Of course, this is the miracle of high fill power down. When you live or play in cold climates it is worth owning a down garment, but you need to pick it carefully. Down is a fair amount of work to care for, and it is only situationally useful. I must say I have no regrets making the Cerium LT my down pick. It fulfills the role of a warm layer I can take anywhere and pull out when I need it. If I'm hiking, or skiing, walking the dog, or doing photography, I can bring the Cerium. It stuffs down into its small stuff sack, fits in a pocket, and is nearly invisible. When you stop moving for a bit, the weather turns, or you are ending the day... out comes the Cerium with a few shakes to loft, on it goes, and warms you right up. When you step out your door into the deep cold, the Cerium LT is a mid that you can layer to great effect. Because it does not have too much volume, it is easy to put underneath most soft and hard shells. By itself it is fairly warm, but it truly shines underneath a shell of some sort that turns wind. The warmth skyrockets. Other great things: The hood is sublime. Warm, snug, locks the cold out. The composite mapping is effective, especially under the arms. Coreloft underarms lets the Cerium stay comfortable in situations that would cause other down jackets to overheat you. The jacket is fragile, it is labor intensive to wash and dry, and you can't don or doff the hood easily when the jacket is zipped all the way up. But I consider it an essential piece of gear and take it everywhere.

One thing you don't always appreciate about Arc'teryx until you own a few different pieces is how you can just buy one size. I bought my Cerium and my Theta in the same size, and they are cut differently so that it just works out. One goes on top of the other, they fit well together and don't impair movement. Most other brands will require that you size up to get the shell to layer, or size down to get a svelte mid. I hope it is a positive statement that one of the best parts of the Cerium LT isn't specific to the jacket, but specific to the brand. However, the jacket is a treat too. It is light, warms up instantly, and seems almost magically warm for its profile. Of course, this is the miracle of high fill power down. When you live or play in cold climates it is worth owning a down garment, but you need to pick it carefully. Down is a fair amount of work to care for, and it is only situationally useful. I must say I have no regrets making the Cerium LT my down pick. It fulfills the role of a warm layer I can take anywhere and pull out when I need it. If I'm hiking, or skiing, walking the dog, or doing photography, I can bring the Cerium. It stuffs down into its small stuff sack, fits in a pocket, and is nearly invisible. When you stop moving for a bit, the weather turns, or you are ending the day... out comes the Cerium with a few shakes to loft, on it goes, and warms you right up. When you step out your door into the deep cold, the Cerium LT is a mid that you can layer to great effect. Because it does not have too much volume, it is easy to put underneath most soft and hard shells. By itself it is fairly warm, but it truly shines underneath a shell of some sort that turns wind. The warmth skyrockets. Other great things: The hood is sublime. Warm, snug, locks the cold out. The composite mapping is effective, especially under the arms. Coreloft underarms lets the Cerium stay comfortable in situations that would cause other down jackets to overheat you. The jacket is fragile, it is labor intensive to wash and dry, and you can't don or doff the hood easily when the jacket is zipped all the way up. But I consider it an essential piece of gear and take it everywhere.

I'm 5'10" 175lb and Large fit perfectly and just snug enough at cuffs and hood and hips to keep wind out. Feels as luxurious on as the price would indicate. It is the best by far of the three I own. I "cheated" out and bought the less expensive Mnt Hardwear Nitrous hoodie, rather than the Cerium because of cost. I regretted it and rectified my decision and bought the cerium as well. No regrets.

I've owned many down jackets in my lifetime from brands such as Patagonia TNF, Moutain Hardware etc. All good jackets but the Cerium is perfection. The attention to detail and construction are unlike any other on the market.

I have several Cerium LT Hoodys. They have great fit, warmth, and yet are lightweight. They are durable jackets with great fitting insulated hoody. Great jacket to layer with. Keeps you warm in cold weather and also cool weather. I highly recommend this jacket.

Ce manteau est le meilleur manteau en duvet de la marque arc'teryx. J'ai celui-ci et le tuorium ar. Celui-ci est plus chaud et plus lger. On voit bien la difference entre le duvet 750 et 850! Le manteau perd quelque plumes une fois de temps en temps, c'est normal! La coupe est vraimebt belle. Je le recommende fortement!

This is a great general use down jacket. My main interest in this review is a comparison with the Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer (hereafter GW), of which I had already a couple before getting the Cerium LT hoody. In summary, the Cerium is superior to the GW in almost every regard. Weighing them myself, and comparing like-with-like (size L, with hood) the Cerium weighs 11oz, and the GW 10oz, but the Cerium packs down slightly smaller due to the excellent integrated stuff sack. The GW packs into one of its hand pockets which is great in theory, but it's too loose of a fit to fully compress the jacket, and the zipper invariably snags a little. The fractionally greater weight of the Cerium is well worth it, as the face fabric is significantly more durable than that of the GW. In my experience drizzle and even light rain beads up or just bounces off the Cerium, whereas the super-thin face of the GW wets out within minutes, even in thick mist. In addition, the Cerium has synthetic fill in exposed areas, making water even less of an issue. Between the Coreloft and the stronger face fabric, I'm amazed the Cerium doesn't weigh considerably more than a GW. Reviewers who grumble about the Cerium seeming fragile have clearly never seen or used a GW. I have also found (through plenty of testing in strong mountain winds) that the Cerium is a little more wind resistant than the GW. That's probably the thicker face fabric again, plus perhaps a more solid overall construction (the seams feel better stitched than on a GW). I've seen complaints about the lack of a waist cinch, and I agree that this would be a harmless addition in terms of extra weight or bulk, but it hasn't really bothered me. As soon as I have on a backpack hip belt or a harness, this becomes irrelevant anyway. Conversely, the hood on the Cerium is great. A single adjustment behind the head pulls in both front-to-back and around the face. The hood on a GW has no adjustment, so you just have to get lucky and hope it fits. I prefer the collar on the Cerium too, as it is higher and offers more protection. At 6'4" and 175lb, I am a big fan of Arc'teryx's trim fit, and in keeping with all their other pieces that I have of this fit, size L fits me great. (I tend to be a M in regular fit pieces.) My GWs are now confined to strictly sunny, milder days (or around town), and I am a convert to the Cerium for the mountains and days where the weather looks even a little unreliable.

I used this jacket skiing in Colorado down double black diamonds, fell once rolling down the mountain for about 100 yards I just knew when I came to a stop that the jacket was ripped but not even close it held up over ice and hard pack ... this jacket kicks butt.