I have had this jacket for 2 years now in the same color. With a wool base layer, this jacket and vortex shell I stay warm down to -15 with wind chill.
Their customer service is second to none as well. Clothing quality is amazing, while it's hard for many to justify, it is worth the cost especially if you catch a sale or get a discount. As an Arc'teryx owner who isn't wealthy, they're absolutely my preferred brand. I buy clothes to wear for years, not as styles change. Their clothes also hold value used, which nearly no other brand can match.
The design of this jacket is for warfighters.The whole purpose of the pocket layout is so that the jacket doesn’t interfere with your PPE(personal protective equipment-ie:sidearm,spare magazines,IFAK,flashlight.)and if you have a harness on,it is out of the way of that as well.
This is the best jacket I've ever owned and I owned a lot of hunting/tactical/outdoor jackets in the last 7 years. Unfortunately sold out completely in the EU / Germany..if anyone has a secret shop where to get it in size M please let me know..
This jacket is not Gore Tex-which is waterproof.It has Gore Wind Stopper-which is windproof and breathable,but neg on the waterproof aspect. This in conjunction with the Alpha SV or LEAF Alpha jacket is the total package of wind and waterproof.
Haha mostly correct, yup! Though the full name of that tech is actually GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® - which is water resistant, but yup, not waterproof.
Last Line Of Defense BTW Mike,I was issued my Arc’teryx Leaf Alpha jacket and full baselayer and middies before deployment to the sandbox in 04 and they saved my life way up in the Hindu Kush range when the weather went from 85 and sunny at Bagram,and dropped to 10 degrees and snowed for 3 days up in the mountains.
The retail used to be $329 on these in 2017. Mine is holding up well, in the middle of its third winter. Seems they increased it to $389. Lots of sites usually have Memorial/Veteran/July 4th sales that take 20%-30% off LEAF products but they go quick. Gotta be fast!
That jacket, or really the whole Leaf line fits hugh on me. I’m a large across the board with Arc, some fits trimmer than others but leaf is like a XL on me.
I got a great deal on one of these. Granted, it's a little large (I'm 6'5" but skinny. Usually wear L, rarely XL) in XL and it's the version without the hood, but it's a fantastic jacket for which I would have happily paid full price, but I didn't even have to do that. It's basically the only jacket I've worn all winter, because it's damn comfy, very light, relatively thin and packable, never cold, rarely hot and looks cool as hell. I also really appreciate the anti-odor properties it seems to have. Like I said, I've been wearing it near-daily since November (it's mid Feb. now) and it still smells like... well, like nothing. It doesn't have a smell and also doesn't seem to absorb those of the wearer or the environment. That's a good thing, considering it's a jacket meant for military applications where the enemy isn't supposed to smell your sweaty ass from a mile away. Great review, can only agree!
I am the same height and skinny (170 lbs) but am worried about dropping that much on a jacket and it maybe not fitting... I wish they made clothes in medium but xxl length. I will probably get the xl.
I have a handful of Arc’teryx stuff...great quality stuff. I have the Cold WX jacket (non-hoody). It is my favorite jacket I own. Lightweight and super warm.
Whats the difference between the LEAF Atom LT hoodie and this jacket? Besides the price and the zippered pockets on the arms? Different outer shell too I think....
Atom LT has no insulation on the side panels, is not Gore Windstopper, and is better geared to higher output activities, as it's more breathable. if you get a bit of a sweat on in the Atom LT, and you have to remain still, and there's a strong cold wind, you'll feel it through the side panels. The Atom benefits from a windbreaker or waterproof at those times just to retain heat and allow to dry off. Not a problem you'll get with the WX LT. Horses for courses.
Do you wear this jacket as an active insulation layer or a stationary layer? I’d probably get the cold shoulder despite wearing warm base-and mid-layers. Active insulation layers like this are great if you are exerting yourself in the cold; otherwise, you’re likely to get a wicked chill.
I’ve never bought an Arcteryx leaf jacket before, i’m 5’5 but broad with a 42 inch chest. If anyone could recommend whether it would be worth getting a medium or large it would be much appreciated. The leaf range sells out incredibly quick in the UK so returning for a bigger size might not be an option for me. Thanks.
6ft 200lbs Medium or large ?? .. thinking large so I can rock a middle layer underneath it over my tshirt, thoughts anybody? Will be my first arc product! =] Great review!
callofduty60 I’m 5’10” my weight ranges from 160-185lbs, I’ve bought the sv base layer in medium and it’s very tight. I’ve got everything else in large, from the normal base layer, the atom mid layers, the sv cold weather jacket/pants, and the alpha jacket pants, all in large. I’d definitely recommend a large!! But if your wanting the alpha jacket/pants, know they are sized to allow for layers. My point is if I wear the alpha jacket/pants by themselves, no layers underneath, the large is rather loose/ big. So if you’d just want a bomb proof rain jacket then you may like the medium in that particular product. But with all the layers on you can still move, and I mean move! Like no other cold weather gear I’ve ever worn!! But if I was you I’d go large and just deal with the extra size in the summer and go with a large through they’re entire product line.
Mike, do you by any chance know the brand of the jump starter that you showed in your Christmas gifts video? It was the one in the all black plain looking case. I need to order one asap but it is imperative that I get that all black case for, uh, tactical reasons... thanks! P.S. Gonna buy some LLOD gear soon to support the channel. Hopefully a black multicam hat
Ryan Cowan I’m no sure which brand or model he showed in the christmas video, but I have a no.co (that’s the website) GB40 and you can order an all black case for that on their site as well, fits it perfectly.
@@Sotgar Excellent, thanks. I looked at nearly every charger on amazon and didn't see any with the stealth case, but I never even considered that it might have been a separate case that he bought. I bet that's what happened.
Thanks for the review dude! Just wondering if you've used the Atom Lt hoody before and how this would compare to the cold WX LT? No point in me buying this if the Atom LT is virtually the same. Thanks! :)
Civilians complaining about the price. Don’t buy it if it’s not within your budget, it wasn’t designed for the penny pinching civilian. It was designed for uncompromising warfighters. Still you can find them for 20% if you look hard enough. The lifetime warranty is worth it alone.
Don’t you people pay attention?? Your like my kids, you don’t listen. All kinds of questions that he plainly answered in his video. Size M, Color Ranger green. Listen !
DO NOT PUT IN DRYER!! LINE DRY ONLY.. or you'll delaminate the laminate fabric adhesive they use on cuffs and hems instead of stitching.. I found out the hard way. Now my jacket I RMA'd for repair at thwir Canada facilities will take several weeks to get back..
Exactly!!! the sizes became messed up a few years ago when companies started going cheap ass on us consumers and being "eco" which means less quality, cheaper manufacturing force, same factories in china... and well.. worse fit! M is too small and L is way too big... and XL is just damn huge! between the civilian and the leaf versions... all the sizes are a mess! and every year it just gets worse! the sleeves are getting shorter... while the body gets wider... just horrible! happens with a lot of companies as well :( so damn disappointing !
$389 is too much. Everyone knows layering is key, but we get it you review stuff and get it free. A Nike Dri Fit, a Merino long sleeve, and a Marmot Precip is half that and works better.
i bought this jacket and have been using it for a year, hands down the best purchase ive ever made. everything is just perfect about it (except the velcro patch areas, i dont like patches).
Loving the vids out here in Longmont man. Solid color KUIU gear is up your alley man. Loving mine. ---- Question for ya, What you thinking about the new Ford Rangers coming out this year or the next? Ford Ranger Raptor is coming as well. Knowing you are a Toyota loyal just curious if you watch some of the youtube vids on it yet? Good luck to 2019. *** edit** Also you should talk about how it feels to be able to draw from concealment. You CC content is what brought, I would assume, most of us here prior to the heavy truck content (which is great too) but thats one thing that I am concerned about when buying jackets. thanks man!
I haven't kept tabs - I heard it was confirmed that Ranger Raptor is not coming? I think the Rangers are super ugly, honestly - but I think they'll pick up steam, and the aftermarket will pick up more for Rangers than it did for the Colorado. Time will tell how it holds up - Tacomas are proven, even though Rangers existed in the past, their reputations weren't great, so we'll see. I'm excited about it though, competition in the marketplace is always good for consumers.
@@LastLineOfDefense Yea, the tacoma styling will hold up for a long time and aftermarket will always be strong. I don't understand why Ford made the ranger look like your moms grocery getter but maybe they used parts from the explorer or something...smh. Keep up the good work.
@@nomadmountain4943 Yeah, visually it is a very emasculated looking truck. I'm not sure if the front end is a pickup or a minivan. Which is weird, because I think the F150/250/350/Raptor are all very good/masculine looking trucks.
Man, for being handed a free product you sure know very little about it. What a down play of the company. Hell, if this is how legitimate reviews go I BMW should give me a free car just so I can tell everyone on video that it's fast...
I have had this jacket for 2 years now in the same color. With a wool base layer, this jacket and vortex shell I stay warm down to -15 with wind chill.
that 11B guy was that while being active, or with minimal activity
Would you recommend going up a size if I am to wear layers underneath?
I wear a 2x shirt and ordered this in 2x. I can fit a few layers underneath
@@deepankaradhikari2410 old.comment but the gear is sized to fit over otheritms of the same sizing, ie midlayers/base layers.
Their customer service is second to none as well. Clothing quality is amazing, while it's hard for many to justify, it is worth the cost especially if you catch a sale or get a discount. As an Arc'teryx owner who isn't wealthy, they're absolutely my preferred brand. I buy clothes to wear for years, not as styles change. Their clothes also hold value used, which nearly no other brand can match.
same here. love my arc´retyx gear.
Nice, I’ve had this jacket for a few years now in black. My wife has however adopted it as her own
The design of this jacket is for warfighters.The whole purpose of the pocket layout is so that the jacket doesn’t interfere with your PPE(personal protective equipment-ie:sidearm,spare magazines,IFAK,flashlight.)and if you have a harness on,it is out of the way of that as well.
Cool review…def a LEAF. If you are wanting to know the color skip to 10:00. It’s ranger green btw.
>>>Arc'teryx Jacket. So lite you won't even know it's there....but, your bank account.. definitely will.
This is the best jacket I've ever owned and I owned a lot of hunting/tactical/outdoor jackets in the last 7 years. Unfortunately sold out completely in the EU / Germany..if anyone has a secret shop where to get it in size M please let me know..
I like hand pockets that are this high in winter jackets as there is a better chance of avoiding water running down the sleeves into the pockets.
Terrific now I just dropped another grand on hoodies, BTW the leaf hoodie is discontinued and commands 1800. 00 for one.
Odd as I can still buy one.in Canada.
@@caninphx where
The LEAF line was designed with law enforcement in mind. That's why it tends to be more tactical than the rest of their stuff.
Already sold out, damn. Great review like always.
Great review - Glad you done a review over that last jacket review. I love my Arc'teryx
Perfect timing!!! Love your vids!! Hope worldwide shipping becomes available soon on your website!!! Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the cold weather jacket review. I have been looking for a good cold weather jacket
"WX" made me think of my Triple Aught Design Rouge WX waxed cotton jacket. This is most definitely made of a different material.
This jacket is not Gore Tex-which is waterproof.It has Gore Wind Stopper-which is windproof and breathable,but neg on the waterproof aspect.
This in conjunction with the Alpha SV or LEAF Alpha jacket is the total package of wind and waterproof.
Haha mostly correct, yup! Though the full name of that tech is actually GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® - which is water resistant, but yup, not waterproof.
Last Line Of Defense BTW Mike,I was issued my Arc’teryx Leaf Alpha jacket and full baselayer and middies before deployment to the sandbox in 04 and they saved my life way up in the Hindu Kush range when the weather went from 85 and sunny at Bagram,and dropped to 10 degrees and snowed for 3 days up in the mountains.
The retail used to be $329 on these in 2017. Mine is holding up well, in the middle of its third winter. Seems they increased it to $389. Lots of sites usually have Memorial/Veteran/July 4th sales that take 20%-30% off LEAF products but they go quick. Gotta be fast!
That jacket, or really the whole Leaf line fits hugh on me. I’m a large across the board with Arc, some fits trimmer than others but leaf is like a XL on me.
Oh your that guy that hugged Mike Glover !!!! :) just bustin your chops :) 👊🏼🤘🏼🙏🏼
Mike I got to say man your reviews are pretty good
On a special sale now for only $1,879!!!! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
Grabbed one for around 310$ in local retail in Canada
@@halfred8011 where ?? Do you have an address ?
I got a great deal on one of these. Granted, it's a little large (I'm 6'5" but skinny. Usually wear L, rarely XL) in XL and it's the version without the hood, but it's a fantastic jacket for which I would have happily paid full price, but I didn't even have to do that. It's basically the only jacket I've worn all winter, because it's damn comfy, very light, relatively thin and packable, never cold, rarely hot and looks cool as hell. I also really appreciate the anti-odor properties it seems to have. Like I said, I've been wearing it near-daily since November (it's mid Feb. now) and it still smells like... well, like nothing. It doesn't have a smell and also doesn't seem to absorb those of the wearer or the environment. That's a good thing, considering it's a jacket meant for military applications where the enemy isn't supposed to smell your sweaty ass from a mile away. Great review, can only agree!
I am the same height and skinny (170 lbs) but am worried about dropping that much on a jacket and it maybe not fitting... I wish they made clothes in medium but xxl length. I will probably get the xl.
I have a handful of Arc’teryx stuff...great quality stuff. I have the Cold WX jacket (non-hoody). It is my favorite jacket I own. Lightweight and super warm.
Is it true to the size? Would you suggest going a size up if I want to wear layers underneath it?
Whats the difference between the LEAF Atom LT hoodie and this jacket? Besides the price and the zippered pockets on the arms? Different outer shell too I think....
Atom LT has no insulation on the side panels, is not Gore Windstopper, and is better geared to higher output activities, as it's more breathable. if you get a bit of a sweat on in the Atom LT, and you have to remain still, and there's a strong cold wind, you'll feel it through the side panels. The Atom benefits from a windbreaker or waterproof at those times just to retain heat and allow to dry off. Not a problem you'll get with the WX LT.
Horses for courses.
Good review, what color is that?
“I’m just not tactical enough. “ LOL
Do you wear this jacket as an active insulation layer or a stationary layer? I’d probably get the cold shoulder despite wearing warm base-and mid-layers. Active insulation layers like this are great if you are exerting yourself in the cold; otherwise, you’re likely to get a wicked chill.
What color is ?
Ranger green 9:57
Off topic. You wearing Fjallraven pants? Thanks for the vid
What colour is the jacket in the video: crocodile or ranger green?
Ranger green 9:57
Do a video on Viktos gear
Hi Mike,Do you have a review on their tactical knee pads?
Wonder which is warmer this or the kappa hoody? Nice vid
size jacket on video ??
1:52 Medium
OOsoul thank you my friend
What color is this? Crocodile or Ranger Green?
Great Review! look forward to buying one!
Shout out to Mike Glover and dope the field craft survival shirt!
Keep up the great work. If you can get your hands on the Kuhl Spyfire hoody, I’m interested in your thoughts. 🤜🏼🤛🏼💥
what color is that? Hard to tell if crocodile or green
What’s the color on this jacket ? Thanks
Great review of a great product and from a user perspective👍 Guess a bit warmer then my Atom LT? Keep up the good work!
Man I wish those were 300 bucks still. Boarderline 600-700 now.
They're about 350 these days. I just got one for 300
@@sectorseven07new or used?
I’ve never bought an Arcteryx leaf jacket before, i’m 5’5 but broad with a 42 inch chest. If anyone could recommend whether it would be worth getting a medium or large it would be much appreciated. The leaf range sells out incredibly quick in the UK so returning for a bigger size might not be an option for me. Thanks.
Hey love the video but the jacket isn't gore-tex it only as a dwr coating that makes it repel water.
Technically Windstopper is a goretex product
It is in fact technically gore-tex - www.gore-tex.com/technology/infinium/windstopper
But it still doesnt have a gore-tex membrane but ok i see the point
If you’re looking for something lighter and cheaper, their Atom LT hoody is about half the price.
And wind blows right thru the side panels
@@RunGSD And the arms are not insulated.
@@davidcann2405 the arms are most definitely insulated...the same as the front and back of the body.
Same I picked mine up from REI when they had 40% off sale. Love it and wear it every day
@@readyme my mistake.
6ft 200lbs
Medium or large ??
.. thinking large so I can rock a middle layer underneath it over my tshirt, thoughts anybody? Will be my first arc product! =]
Great review!
callofduty60 I’m 5’10” my weight ranges from 160-185lbs, I’ve bought the sv base layer in medium and it’s very tight. I’ve got everything else in large, from the normal base layer, the atom mid layers, the sv cold weather jacket/pants, and the alpha jacket pants, all in large. I’d definitely recommend a large!! But if your wanting the alpha jacket/pants, know they are sized to allow for layers. My point is if I wear the alpha jacket/pants by themselves, no layers underneath, the large is rather loose/ big. So if you’d just want a bomb proof rain jacket then you may like the medium in that particular product. But with all the layers on you can still move, and I mean move! Like no other cold weather gear I’ve ever worn!! But if I was you I’d go large and just deal with the extra size in the summer and go with a large through they’re entire product line.
callofduty60 also I recently tried on a atom lt hoody in medium and it was to tight. I definitely wouldn’t recommend a medium lol
@@justinwest7765 thanks for the reply! I was leaning towards going with a large and you reinforced my thought!
Thanks alot Alabama =]
I'd go large for sure.
@@LastLineOfDefense Will do!, once they get some back in stock! >:-( !!!
Mike, do you by any chance know the brand of the jump starter that you showed in your Christmas gifts video? It was the one in the all black plain looking case. I need to order one asap but it is imperative that I get that all black case for, uh, tactical reasons... thanks! P.S. Gonna buy some LLOD gear soon to support the channel. Hopefully a black multicam hat
Ryan Cowan I’m no sure which brand or model he showed in the christmas video, but I have a no.co (that’s the website) GB40 and you can order an all black case for that on their site as well, fits it perfectly.
@@Sotgar Excellent, thanks. I looked at nearly every charger on amazon and didn't see any with the stealth case, but I never even considered that it might have been a separate case that he bought. I bet that's what happened.
www.amazon.com/shop/lastlineofdefense?listId=79JPJ14ZGY4S - it's at the top of that list, and it is the case that came with it.
I have a couple though, but this one in that list comes with a black zipper case.
@@LastLineOfDefense You're the man!
nice review, it's gore windstopper not gore-tex. so it's not waterproof but very water resistant.
Thanks - haha yeah Gore Windstopper, though the brand is still Gore-Tex I believe - confused myself a bit I guess.
color?
Glove reviews in the future?
Anybody know what hat is worn is this video?
Is this an outer or mid layer?
How tall are you?
What's the jacket rated for cold weather?
What color is this jacket?
Is the discount code still valid? I can’t get it to work...
Thx
What color is?? ranger green or crocodile
Ranger green
Thanks for the review dude! Just wondering if you've used the Atom Lt hoody before and how this would compare to the cold WX LT? No point in me buying this if the Atom LT is virtually the same. Thanks! :)
Civilians complaining about the price. Don’t buy it if it’s not within your budget, it wasn’t designed for the penny pinching civilian. It was designed for uncompromising warfighters. Still you can find them for 20% if you look hard enough. The lifetime warranty is worth it alone.
is it worth almost 400 dollars!?
Chris Erics no
Don’t you people pay attention?? Your like my kids, you don’t listen. All kinds of questions that he plainly answered in his video. Size M, Color Ranger green. Listen !
My height and weight are...185cm100kg
Lor XL, what's your choice?
Awesome jacket!
1:12 made me laugh out loud 🤣🤣🤣
11/10 joke at 1:11
Had a hearty laugh, thanks man
Good product but the price is up there
you kg, cm?
181cm 80kg size L a bit small for me.
DO NOT PUT IN DRYER!! LINE DRY ONLY.. or you'll delaminate the laminate fabric adhesive they use on cuffs and hems instead of stitching.. I found out the hard way. Now my jacket I RMA'd for repair at thwir Canada facilities will take several weeks to get back..
tumble dry on low.. as in very low.most insulated jackets are the same to maintain loft
we have same name
What's with your obsession with felt?
It's called FLEECE!!!
Exactly!!! the sizes became messed up a few years ago when companies started going cheap ass on us consumers and being "eco" which means less quality, cheaper manufacturing force, same factories in china... and well.. worse fit!
M is too small and L is way too big... and XL is just damn huge!
between the civilian and the leaf versions... all the sizes are a mess!
and every year it just gets worse! the sleeves are getting shorter... while the body gets wider...
just horrible! happens with a lot of companies as well :( so damn disappointing !
dude they to sml for you what a size its s ?)
@arcteryx you are looney toons for discontinuing this jacket! I wish I would have know I would’ve bought 3 of them
$389 is too much. Everyone knows layering is key, but we get it you review stuff and get it free. A Nike Dri Fit, a Merino long sleeve, and a Marmot Precip is half that and works better.
I don't disagree with layering at all and mention it frequently in videos - 'works better' though is 100% situational.
how much？？？ what？！
Pricy. i'll just stick with my Carinthia HIG jacket.
It does look the biz
Wow this Chinese company hit the jackpot with military look fashion boys 😂
Look at the date of the video, buddie. ;)
That's about $300 out of my range
They are out of stock, sigh.
$389 man....? That's just stupid.
High quality cost more. It's only stupid if you are not putting yourself in outdoor conditions that call for it
Amd made for combat. The way the pockets and openings are placed.
i bought this jacket and have been using it for a year, hands down the best purchase ive ever made. everything is just perfect about it (except the velcro patch areas, i dont like patches).
Loving the vids out here in Longmont man. Solid color KUIU gear is up your alley man. Loving mine. ---- Question for ya, What you thinking about the new Ford Rangers coming out this year or the next? Ford Ranger Raptor is coming as well. Knowing you are a Toyota loyal just curious if you watch some of the youtube vids on it yet? Good luck to 2019.
*** edit** Also you should talk about how it feels to be able to draw from concealment. You CC content is what brought, I would assume, most of us here prior to the heavy truck content (which is great too) but thats one thing that I am concerned about when buying jackets. thanks man!
I haven't kept tabs - I heard it was confirmed that Ranger Raptor is not coming? I think the Rangers are super ugly, honestly - but I think they'll pick up steam, and the aftermarket will pick up more for Rangers than it did for the Colorado. Time will tell how it holds up - Tacomas are proven, even though Rangers existed in the past, their reputations weren't great, so we'll see. I'm excited about it though, competition in the marketplace is always good for consumers.
@@LastLineOfDefense Yea, the tacoma styling will hold up for a long time and aftermarket will always be strong. I don't understand why Ford made the ranger look like your moms grocery getter but maybe they used parts from the explorer or something...smh. Keep up the good work.
@@nomadmountain4943 Yeah, visually it is a very emasculated looking truck. I'm not sure if the front end is a pickup or a minivan. Which is weird, because I think the F150/250/350/Raptor are all very good/masculine looking trucks.
tacticool brah
Not really, it looks like a regular jacket for all sakes and purposes. Minus the velcro patch squares.
Tactical glam products Inc.
Carinthia MIG 3.0 much better overall and more durable.
That's rad that you've been able to abuse both of those jackets to the point of failure! I'd love to see that comparison.
I owned the MIG 4.0, it looks pretty durable. However, I assume Cold WX is much lighter than MIG 3.0?
I can’t find it nowhere I just want to buy it but I think they are bankrupt … because people paid too much 🤣🤣🤣
Love this channle, but I'll stick to buying my jackets at Walmart lol. Cant afford this crap man!
I have no problem dropping $1000-$2000 for a camera or lens, but $400 for a jacket? LOL
"fairly athletic build"... such humility is sickening lol
Haha 💪
Overpriced synthetic insulated jacket. You only buy synthetics cheap and heavily discounted. This items is for fools.
Man, for being handed a free product you sure know very little about it. What a down play of the company. Hell, if this is how legitimate reviews go I BMW should give me a free car just so I can tell everyone on video that it's fast...
go on...
I'll do a written review of your review: "TD gave me a warm jacket" end of review....
No seriously, I'd love to see your video review of the product. Genuinely interested - let me know when you post it!