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Arc'teryx

Arc'teryx is a Canadian outdoor apparel and equipment company known for its high-performance, minimalist designs and rigorous product testing in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia. The brand focuses on technical apparel for mountaineering and alpine sports, utilizing advanced materials and construction techniques to create durable, weather-protective gear.

founded 1989
home North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
parent Amer Sports
range $40 – $1,100

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About

Arc’teryx is a Canadian outdoor apparel and equipment company known for its high-performance, minimalist designs and rigorous product testing in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia. The brand focuses on technical apparel for mountaineering and alpine sports, utilizing advanced materials and construction techniques to create durable, weather-protective gear.

Arc’teryx was founded in 1989, is headquartered in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is owned by Amer Sports. FITPIC tracks the brand across outerwear, tops, bottoms, and accessories, with researched USD pricing from $40 to $1,100.

Signature guide topics for Arc’teryx include outdoor gear, technical apparel, Gore-Tex jackets, and alpine sports. The brand page focuses on verified history, ownership, categories, and current price context for the FITPIC catalog.

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Questions about Arc'teryx

What does Arc'teryx mean?

The name Arc'teryx is a shortened version of Archaeopteryx Lithographica, the scientific name of the earliest known bird-like dinosaur, symbolizing the brand's philosophy of accelerating evolution and pushing boundaries in outdoor gear.

Where are Arc'teryx products made?

Arc'teryx manufactures a portion of its highly technical products, like the Alpha SV Jacket, at its ARC'One facility in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The majority of its products are manufactured through global partners in the Asia-Pacific region, including China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Bangladesh, El Salvador, Laos, and Greece.

What is Gore-Tex and why does Arc'teryx use it?

Gore-Tex is a waterproof, windproof, and breathable membrane used in Arc'teryx garments. It features billions of microscopic pores that block water droplets while allowing water vapor to escape, keeping the wearer dry from both external elements and internal perspiration. Arc'teryx partners with Gore-Tex to create high-performance fabrics exclusive to their designs, ensuring uncompromising performance in adverse conditions.

Is Arc'teryx suitable for everyday wear?

While Arc'teryx primarily designs for extreme outdoor conditions, its minimalist, technical apparel has gained significant influence in "gorpcore" and "normcore" fashion movements, making it a popular choice for urban settings and everyday wear among a broad demographic.

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