Arcteryx Mens Cerium Lt Jacket

Those are the two functional reasons for the purchase. I also considered the North Face, Patagonia and Mountain Hardware versions of a light weight, compactable, and warm down jacket. The prices were similar. It came down to brand/down fill/fit.Some of the reviews about feathers sticking out or nylon material ripping are far-fetched, in my opinion. Yes, the material has the potential to rip (as with any jacket), but I believe a statement to its fragility would have to do more with how its owner treats it. I recently purchased this, but believe it to be durable and functional so I cannot attest to a statement. These are my opinion.I would buy another one.... Years down the line when this one gets old.

I am 6'1, 200 pounds, and the jacket fits me well... it's not snug, not loose, just comfortable. It's stylish too. It's a very lightweight jacket that packs a lot of heat. In fact, it's so warm that it's actually uncomfortable to wear when it's warmer than 40 degrees or so.That's the first reason for less than five stars - it's too warm, and with no way to relieve (ie side zippers for ventilation).But the major flaw... the feathers poke through the jacket material. Not a little, a lot. By the third time I wore the jacket, feathers poked through in 5 different spots. And not just seams. A month later it became a joke.Yesterday Arc'teryx said "you could send it in for repair/replacement, but this is our busy period and it will take at least 4 weeks to get it back"....I was excited about my first Arc'teryx jacket, but I'' probably go back to North Face / Patagonia / Outdoor Research after this experience.

The jacket is very warm and looks great (I have the nighthawk / deep blue color).I am 5' 10" and 175 lbs. I have an athletic build with a waist 32" and a 42 chest and ordered a size "Medium".It fits perfectly on my waist, is a good fit on my chest and shoulders, but the torso is a slight bit loose.If you look at the picture it shows the jacket tapering in significantly at your stomach / midline. However in reality the jacket falls straight down. So it won't give you a european slim cut look if you are wearing it about town but will be a good fit regardless. If you use it for winter hiking or a layer for skiing then you won't have any complaints. This will keep you very warm!For the three hundred price point I expected that slight bit more in terms of looks from it hence the 4 stars.Still - I really like the jacket and will be keeping it.-- Edit Jan 20 2014 - added that I used size Medium jacket (I am 5 ft 10inch, 175 lbs)

I love this jacket. Underneath a windproof shell this jacket will keep you warm to very low temps. It has one flaw and that is it rips easily. I have sown it three times and now ONLY wear it with a shell over to stop it from snagging on something. Other than that...perfection

I really use this as a layering piece and as a sweater.Its been lightweight and durable for me and I have worn it many days in a row.It great to wear when you start hiking on the cold and need to quickly take it off once you get hot.I wore it under my ski shell and was perfect on 20-30 degree days with only a light shell on top.The jacket packs small enough to take on long climbing routes and have hang on your harness. It is so light that I never even noticed.Its my first down style sweater and I am impressed!