Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody vs Terra Ultralight Alpha Direct 90 Hoodie
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight softshell mid-layer at 9.2 ounces. Windproof and breathable without insulation, designed for active outdoor pursuits requiring minimal weight.
Full details →Ultralight 90gsm Polartec Alpha Direct active-insulation hoodie. Versatile warmth under a shell for variable conditions. Weight in size Small.
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Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody vs Terra Ultralight Alpha Direct 90 Hoodie: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Terra Ultralight Alpha Direct 90 Hoodie wins — at 130 g it is 131 g (50%) lighter than the Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody (261 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest clothing - mid layer page, or browse the full gear weight database.