Arc'teryx Covert Hoody - Women's Review

Likes
The Covert Hoody is a warm, comfortable fleece. It has a casual, urban fit to it, so it makes a perfect jacket for wearing around town. It is relatively thick, although the wind seems to cut right through it. The mesh-lined pockets make it surprisingly breathable for its thickness. My favorite feature is the snug fitting hood that comes down onto your forehead, which keeps in extra warmth and doesn't slip off your head like the hoods on typical sweatshirts. Not many of the other fleece jackets had a hood option, so if that is a feature you really want, this would be a great option.

Dislikes
This is the most expensive and one of the least versatile fleeces that I reviewed. Its thickness, which does make it warm and cozy, also makes it a little bulky for a mid-layer. The style is more casual and less technical. I would not wear this fleece to go running or out in the mountains. It is a very stylish and a warm jacket to wear around, but for the price I would go with a more versatile option.

Best Application
This fleece is best suited as a casual around town jacket or for other time spent outdoors, like evening walks and kicking around a campsite. Its thickness makes it not the best for running or packing with you all day. It could work as a thicker mid-layer.

Value
This is the most expensive fleece I reviewed, but I think it is a durable one. The material didn't snag easily and the laminated pocket zippers are really sturdy. If you would get a lot of use out of it and really like it, it might be worth the price, but if you are on a budget, I would suggest something else.

Other Versions
Arc'teryx Covert Cardigan - Women's
Arc'teryx Covert Zip Neck - Women's