Is the Kyanite Hoody worth $200?

It is a well-made stretch fleece that layers well and lasts, but $200 is high for a midlayer. Buy it if you want one warm, stretchy fleece for climbing and hiking; otherwise cheaper fleeces cover the same role.

How does it compare to the Kyanite Jacket?

Same Polartec Power Stretch Pro fabric and fit, but the Hoody adds a low-profile hood for helmet-compatible warmth. Pick the Hoody for alpine and cold days, the jacket for milder use.

Is it warm enough on its own?

It is a midlayer, not a jacket. It is warm for cool, dry days and active use, but it is not windproof or water-resistant, so pair it with a shell in wind, rain or snow.

What is the fit like?

Regular fit with four-way stretch, so it moves without being baggy. It layers over a base layer and under a shell; size down if you want it close-fitting.

How should I wash it?

Machine wash on low, and avoid fabric softener, which coats the fleece. Air dry or tumble low to keep the stretch and loft.

Fleece midlayers usually discount in late winter and spring clearance and around major sales. As of November 4, 2026, the best new price is $200 at REI.

Where is the Arc'teryx Kyanite Hoody cheapest?

At REI, for $200.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Arc'teryx Kyanite Hoody?

4 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Poshmark, REI, Amazon.

Arc'teryx Kyanite Hoody

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Our take on the Arc'teryx Kyanite Hoody

The Kyanite Hoody is Arc'teryx's men's stretch fleece midlayer, built from Polartec Power Stretch Pro with a nylon face for abrasion resistance. It weighs about 425 g (15 oz) and has a low-profile hood, four-way stretch and a regular fit. It works as a warm layer under a shell or on its own on cool days. The best new price is $200 at REI as of November 4, 2026, with two stores listing it new.