Arc'teryx Accelero Jacket Review

I recently bought the Arc'teryx Accelero Jacket and man was it worth it. If this jacket had a hood and front pockets, I would have no regrets in buying it.

His ears and fingers must be freezing!

Aside from the lack of ear protection and front-side pockets, this jacket has many benefits to it.

1. Wicking Material

When it rains and I am wearing this jacket, I do not have to worry about having to walk around with a soaked jacket all day. Some of my hoodies absorb the water, so when the forecast calls for rain - this jacket is definitely on the top of my list. As with most wicking material, a simple flick of the clothing will remove most of the water droplets sitting on top of the fabric.

2.  Keeps You Warm

For me, jacket weather starts around 450°. This jacket tends to keep me warm for anything above 20°. It's also light enough that you could wear it indoors if you wanted to - I have. This jacket is defined by Arc'teryx as "Light/Athletic," and it is exactly that. When I am going to go running outside and it's a bit chilly or windy, I will throw the Accelero Jacket on and have no worries about my upper body being cold.

The Arc'teryx Accelero Jacket is definitely worth the $139.00 it costs. I plan on using this jacket for the next couple years, with the possibility of buying another heavier jacket from Arc'teryx. 

A side note:  

I normally wear a large or medium, the latter being a bit tight - this jacket is a bit loose on me in size Medium. Consider getting a size smaller than you normally do, the purpose of this jacket is to be tighter.

Below are some links to look into if you are also interested in a breathable, lightweight jacket.

Links

Accelero Jacket on Arc'teryx 

Buy Arc'teryx's Accelero Jacket