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Why We Love This Deal
Sun exposure doesn’t end with summer, and if you’re a hiker, you know that it’s important to stay protected year-round. Going with a lightweight sun hoodie is an easy way to guarantee that protection, and the best deals for them are usually out of season (right around now). One that’s been on our radar since its launch in spring is the Arc’teryx Ossa Hoody. It’s light, packable, and perfectly minimalist, and it finally went on sale.
The $200 Arc’teryx Ossa Half-Zip Hoody is now just $160 at REI, which is the standard 20% off discount we usually see for newer Arc’teryx gear. All three colorways and all sizes are on sale for the same price, likely because this is a brand-new deal, but Arc’teryx has over 80 deals at REI right now, and they’re definitely worth checking out if you’re shopping for fall or even winter gear.
Arc’teryx Ossa Half-Zip Hoody, $160 (was $200) at REI
What Shoppers Should Know
- Material: 87% nylon, 13% elastane stretch ripstop, UPF 50+
- Fit: Trim, hip-length, half-zip pullover with StormHood
- Pockets: One zippered chest pocket that doubles as a stuff sack
- Best For: Hiking, alpine approaches, packable sun coverage
The fabric here is thin enough that it’s nearly see-through, which is surprising for something rated UPF 50+, and at just under 5 ounces, it’s about as close to wearing nothing as a hooded layer can get. The half-zip construction lets you customize airflow, and the StormHood covers your neck and ears for sun protection. It packs into its own chest pocket, too, making it a solid travel or backpacking choice.
Arc’teryx’s Gamma Lightweight is the closest comparison here, with similar stretch nylon and the same hood style, but it’s a denser softshell that’s over two and a half times the weight and $260 at full price. The Ossa is a better pick when sun and heat are the problem, and the Gamma is what you get when wind and weather are the issue.
Related: Arc’teryx’s Ultralight Packable Hiking Hoodies Are 40% Off at REI Right Now
What Shoppers Are Saying
Someone who took the jacket on a hiking trip in Europe wrote, “It ended up being one of my go-to pieces throughout my hiking trip in the Dolomites.” They also said, “I used it for sun protection, and it also did an amazing job protecting me from the wind chill.”
The packability was another big highlight for shoppers: “It’s super lightweight and packs down really small, so I can just toss it in my bag and forget about it until I need it.”
Stay protected all fall and winter long with Arc’teryx’s Ossa Half-Zip Hoody for $160. Arc’teryx deals at REI tend to sell out quickly, meaning now’s the best time to grab one before sizes start to run out.
