Arc'teryx Proton LT Hoody vs Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Synthetic insulated hoody with excellent moisture management.
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Arc'teryx Proton LT Hoody vs Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Arc'teryx Proton LT Hoody wins — at 285 g it is 65 g (19%) lighter than the Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie (350 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.