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Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody vs Montane Protium Lite Hooded Fleece

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Both weigh the same at 261 g, so choose on features, price and fit.
Spec Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody Montane Protium Lite Hooded Fleece
Weight 261 g · 0.261 kg · 0.58 lb 261 g · 0.261 kg · 0.58 lb
Brand Arc'teryx Montane
Category Clothing - Mid Layer Clothing - Mid Layer
Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody
261 g

Ultralight softshell mid-layer at 9.2 ounces. Windproof and breathable without insulation, designed for active outdoor pursuits requiring minimal weight.

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Montane Protium Lite Hooded Fleece
261 g

Lightweight fleece at 261g. 35% lighter fabric than standard Protium with Thermo Grid Lite.

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Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody vs Montane Protium Lite Hooded Fleece: which should you buy?

On weight these two are identical (261 g), so your decision comes down to features, fit and price. Check the full details and current price for each above.

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