Arc'teryx Cerium SV Hooded Down Jacket - Men's for Sale, Reviews, Deals and Guides

9.8
out of 10
10 Positive, 0 Mixed & 0 Negative
from 10 Reviews
Retail Price:
$575.00
Used Value:
$345.00
Sale Value:
$517.50

The Arc'teryx Cerium SV Hooded Down Jacket is built with extreme functionality in mind, specifically for those challenging backcountry and alpine situations. When your life depends on your gear, the last thing you want to be thinking about is whether or not your jacket is up to the task. The warmest option in the Cerium series (the Arc'teryx line of minimalist, lightweight, technical, down insulated jackets), and designed to tackle severe weather head on, this jacket is a dependable midlayer in frigid conditions or a standalone jacket in bitter, dry conditions.


Specifications

Brand:
Center Back Length:
27.4in
Claimed Weight:
14.6oz
Fit:
regular
Hood:
insulated StormHood
Insulation:
850-fill European grey goose down, Coreloft 80, Coreloft 140
Length:
hip
Manufacturer Warranty:
limited lifetime
Material:
[face fabric] Arato 10 (100% nylon), DWR treatment, [lining] Arato 7 (100% nylon)
Pockets:
[external] 2 zippered hand, [internal] 1 zippered with stuff sack
Recommended Use:
all-mountain skiing, all-mountain snowboarding, backcountry skiing, backcountry snowboarding, backpacking, casual, freeride/powder skiing, freeride/powder snowboarding, hiking, ice climbing, mountaineering

Full Reviews

10
I wore this today in 39 degrees and rainy weather, under a Marmot Goretex rain shell and over a fleece base layer. Big mistake, I was soaked with sweat when I got home after 2.5 hours of moderate exertion. I bought an XL because it was on sale (normally I wear a L). The coat fits perfectly, including the hood. The pockets are fairly deep. I was warm the entire time. One of Arc’Teryx’s best and warmest coats, especially if you get it on sale. 6’3” 180 XL
Richard, backcountry.com
December 25, 2020
10
Size fits perfectly. Windproof and warm. light. Breathable underarms, not damp.
fantongjun, backcountry.com
December 26, 2019
10
Love this jacket. I use it touring where I run really hot on the uphill. I usually skin in just a base layer, so anytime we stop I can pull out this beast and keep warm. It is bulkier than using a smaller mid layer, but bomber in the cold and also a nice safety precaution in case we run into an extended stay. I sized up to go over layers
Alec Wilkins, backcountry.com
January 30, 2019
10
This puffy is outstanding. It fits great and is very warm. You can layer it up or wear it with a t-shirt. I live in Utah and wanted something that I could use as an extreme mid layer or just wear around town. This checks all boxes.
Justin L., backcountry.com
December 8, 2018
10
There's others out there, but not much can keep up. Extraordinary warm.
Jacob Ahlman, backcountry.com
November 28, 2018
10
Incredibly warm and packable! Fairly expensive but absolutely worth every penny.
Marshall Allen, backcountry.com
October 24, 2018
10
My brother's had a Cerium SV for a couple years now and decided to get me one for Christmas. He's always referred to it as a sleeping bag and he's not far off - it's like wearing a furnace. Historically, I've stuck with the Atom LT & AR, and have been content with those jackets for winter layering. But, this is in a totally different league. No more having to wear a flannel/hoodie under my Atom AR. You only need a light shirt under this, or you'll be too hot. I'm really looking forward to using it more this winter and utilizing it on future adventures.
Darick Nace, backcountry.com
December 26, 2017
8
Love love love my women's version of this jacket so I bought the men's for my guy. He's a lean build at 6'1 and 175 lbs so I bought size Large. The jacket is beautiful and he was hoping to keep it but we are returning because it's very short in the front. The width was roomy enough on him for layering, which was fine for his use. The back was long enough but the front barely covered his belt and he kept wanting to pull it down which also made it look too short - bummer. Trying the Thorium SV next since the specs list it as a few inches longer.
Michelle D., backcountry.com
December 6, 2017
10
This thing is crazy rad. I ALWAYS run a Medium in Arc' stuff, but got the Large here because I want to be able to throw it over top of everything if need be - if I try that it will be pretty restricting. If I hadn't bought a large it would be way too tight to fit even as a mid-layer, but the L is perfect. It easily fits under my Medium Arc' Beta SV shell. I'm stoked on it and it's proven to really be a warm piece, though I do worry a little about its lasting durability with the 10D face fabric, and the 7 D interior fabric. I am used to not having to baby Arc stuff, so we'll see about this. If you're on the fence with sizing or have broader shoulders within your sizing category I recommend going up to the next size. I have a 42 inch chest. Update: I'm actually pleased with its durability. I love having this thing in my pack - safeguard against any cold. It would be nice if the hood adjustments were outside the collar instead of inside though and if the hem adjustments didn't require two hands to work. Got caught in freezing rain for about 15 minutes with this as my only jacket once and it held its loft well. Only felt water through the inner elbows where the down tends to retreat. The down shift in the rear of the jacket more than I would expect. Every few days I'l give it a couple good shakes and things even back out.
Matt Z, backcountry.com
December 6, 2017
10
This is the cerium on steroids. Ridiculously warm. You wouldn't want to wear this on cool days as you would start sweating. This is for the colder days like single digits and below. I use this as a mid layer when the mercury drops. I've worn this in -30 degree weather in the high country of Colorado and my core was well protected from the chill.
Wyyld, backcountry.com
December 2, 2017