Rab Xenon X Synthetic Insulated Jacket Review
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- Опубликовано: 24 апр 2018
- Backpackers.com tested and reviewed the Rab Xenon X Synthetic Insulated Jacket. We named it our Classic Pick for backpacking, ultralight backpacking, and day hiking.
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Intro to the Rab Xenon X Synthetic Insulated Jacket
Every now and again, a piece of clothing or gear comes along that challenges your loyalties and possibly your whole belief system. It shakes you to your core…or at least to your long johns. For me, the Rab Xenon X synthetic insulated jacket, a storm resistant technical hoodie built for the backcountry and climbing, is that piece.
The Xenon X’s controlled warmth, minimal weight, weather-shedding fabric, and silky lining sets it apart from nearly every other jacket I’ve used, including down jackets. Yeah, I said it. As such, the Rab Xenon X is a backpacker-spanning highlight for synthetic insulated jackets, coming in as the Classic Pick for the Wilderness Backpacker, Ultralight Backpacker, and Day Hiker.
Rab Xenon X Synthetic Insulated Jacket Specs:
Average Weight: 12 oz. (343 g)
Insulation: Primaloft Gold Insulation Active, 60g/m2
Shell Fabric: Pertex Quantum
Lining Fabric: 100% Nylon Ripstop
DWR Treatment: Yes
Number of Pockets: 2 zippered hand pockets, 1 zippered internal chest pocket
Hooded Only
Adjustable Hood: No
Adjustable Waist: Yes
Gender: Men’s and Women’s
Sizes Available: XS-XXL
Manufacturer Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
Retail Price: $235
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Do you have personal experience with the Atom LT and/or the Nano Air? I'm trying to decide between the Xenon X, Atom LT, and Nano Air. Any info from someone with personal experience with them would be helpful for comparison.
Hi Chris, thanks for watching! We have tested the Atom LT, the Nano Air, and the Xenon X. All in-depth reviews can be found on our website, but the short version:
Atom LT is a jack-of-all trades. It is decently warm, breathes well due to the side panels, and has the classic Arc'teryx slim fit that a lot of people like. Build quality is excellent.
The Nano-Air is all about breathability. It breathes better than the Atom (and definitely the Xenon), so is perfect if you're a cold-weather hiker, skier, snowboarder, etc. Don't expect it to warm you while stationary though, so it's not ideal for chilly nights around a campfire.
The Xenon X is (and I'm biased here) the most comfortable and warm synthetic we've tested for its weight. The material is great, the fit is great, and it has on-point features that combine with solid insulation. An excellent synthetic puffy for around the campfire.
In the end all of them are excellent jackets, have solid warranties, and you can't really go wrong. But we recommend basing your decision on activity.
what is your height and weight for sizing purposes
Hi Curtis, thanks for watching! Daniel is 5'6" and about 130 lbs, and is actually wearing a Men's Medium in this video, because that's the sample we had. He would normally wear a Men's Small. Cheers.
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