Arc’teryx Incendo Review
Did you know? The inspiration for them modern hoodie-styled jackets as we all know them today come from Medieval England? Yes, monks from the early 12th century wore garments with hoodies on them. You’ve probably seen them before. But back in the early 20th century, they were brought to the mainstream fashion thanks to Champion. The sportswear type of company revived the hoodie styled look, and they have been beloved additions to the wardrobe ever since.
Regarding the hoodie, there’s a difference in public perception in various countries. In some are associated with rebellion and poverty, while in others are a steeped into the culture that they’re ubiquitous. Back in the ’90s the FBI drawing of the Unibomber, pictured Ted Kaczynski wearing a hoodie. Surfers, skateboarders and most of the athletes love wearing hoodie styled jackets. So does Mark Zuckerberg, the founder, and CEO of Facebook. He’s been vocal of his love for hoodies and jeans and even opts for the look. You know… Instead of wearing a business suit.
But for now, let’s focus on a particularly fascinating jacket with a hoodie. The Incendo by Arc'teryx. What makes it so great? Is it worth buying and what are the specific details that make it stand out?
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Made out of lumin fabric
Lightweight
Breathable
Made for outdoors running
Hip- Length
No other length available
Materials
The nylon-based ripstop taffeta contains 6.6 nylon yarns, which will become quite enough to protect you from basically everything. The sun, the branches, the insect and of course the weather conditions. Wind, cold and rain are going to become a joke thanks to this lumin fabric and it’s very practical water resistant type of finish.
You’ll be able to feel the fabric doing its magic each and every time. Underneath the base lumin fabric sits the very fine and comfy layer of Dot Air type of mesh. It’s also made out of synthetic material (polyester) and it also has a water resistant type of finish. So, this particular item has two separate layers of water-repellant fabric, which really ads up to the waterproof nature of the garment itself.
Comfort
The fabrics are pleasant, they absorb the moisture and allow the jacket to dry fairly quickly. The quick-drying ability is one fantastic advantage that this item has when compared to the rest. It’s one thing to repel all the moisture. But it’s quite the other to allow the moisture to dry and to disappear at a moment’s notice.
That will come in handy out in the open, but at the same time right after you take the item out of the washing machine. But more on that a bit later in this post. One other thing. Although the fit of the jacket is very trim, you’ll definitely notice that the jacket lacks stitching on the surface. Sure there is stitching present, but that’s done so the parts of the garment are able to hold on to each other.
Any other stitching on the surface of the material is omitted. Why? Because of the moisture-repelling properties of course. The stitching is done with a thread, and it stores the moisture so it makes it more difficult for the jacket to dry. The less stitching the better. The less stitching it has, the quicker it will dry. It’s as simple as that.
Oh and last but not least… This particular item has a technology called Composite Mapping type of technology. What does it mean? Well, it’s a form of technology that put each fabric on strategic places around the structure of the jacket, in order to get the best effects.
The elastic cuffs on the sleeves are a nice touch that accentuates the comfort but from a different area of the model, and so is the chest snap at the front holds the unzipped jacket and allows the airflow to be at the max. Talk about comfort right? Arc'teryx is well aware that different part of the body reacts differently with the climate. It’s the best form of protection, and Arc'teryx has been using it on plenty of other models.
Protection
But the protection isn’t just from the weather conditions. Sometimes you actually need protection from the external environment. Think about for a second that you’re in a dark and potentially dangerous situation. You have no velar vision, and none around you has a clear vision of you.
How will you let everyone around you know where is your location? Well, you’ll let the jacket to do that for you. The logo inserted on the chest, and blazes have a reflective power and allow you to remain visible even in the poorly lit environment. That’s the protection that’s actually needed for sure.
Details
Well, the zippers, the hem, the hoodie, and the fly. And this garment has them all. It has an elastic set of cuffs, a chest snap at the fort, a front zipper which is full length and a wind flap. The hem is made with a drop back style, and it has an adjustable and very comfortable hem cord. The details are really intricate and each of them is made to last for a long time. Even the zipper.
Size
Use
The practical way of storing and transporting the Incendo pays a huge role in the use as well. What’s the use of wearing it, when you can’t store the Incendo properly? No. the Jacket has a nice practical way of storing and transporting the jacket because you can actually roll it up in and secured it with a handy snap. That way you can store it in your backpack and it won’t take much room.
It’s easy to roll into a nice little log, and you won’t even know that it’s there. Just like you won’t even notice it on your body. It has a hanger loop if you chose to hang it on the side of your backpack, and that very same loop is laminated and extremely durable. So it’s up to you to decide.
Weight
Color
A serious improvement in the color options is needed, but all of the color options that are available are monochromatic. There is no available color-blocking patterns or any other type of patterns for that matter. The monochromatic look lives on with the Incendo jacket.
Maintenance
Also, it’s best advised to was this jacket with dark clothes separately. The color of the jacket may transfer to the other lighter items of clothing in your machine and they’ll be dyed. Do not iron the item, and definitely don’t expose it to any other source of direct heat, like electricity powered heating body.
Bottom line
With just 125 grams of weight, the Incendo is light as a feather. It will come in handy at your next hike or camping trip and will never let you down. It’s an item that’s worth buying, and worth owning especially if you enjoy outdoor activities. Although the color variety is somewhat disappointing, it very well makes up for in ingenuity, practicality, and comfort.
You’ll love every moment spent wearing the Incendo, and you will be surprised by the ergonomically efficient style that just screams from every seam. It’s truly an amazing jacket for sure.