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Arc'teryx Rho AR Top

Women's Clothing > Fleece & Base LayersRated: ***** by 4 reviews. Also available for: Men

USOutdoor.com

Expedition weight insulation for cold weather sports or ample mid-layering for the more aerobically inclined. The Arcteryx Rho AR top's Power Stretch™ fleece wicks moisture away and prevents constriction. Breathable and quick drying, with wind and abrasion resistance, the Rho AR is ideal for camping, travel or sailing the seven seas.

The Rho AR top has wicking layers making them great both as a warm expedition foundation or as an ideal aerobic midlayer.

Features:

  • Breathable and quick drying
  • Collar zip
  • Comfortable next-to-skin
  • Form fitting
  • Great warmth to weight ratio
  • Wind and abrasion resistant

Altrec

An excellent layering piece for cool weather aerobic activities, the Arcteryx Rho AR Top for Women is also an ideal expedition weight layering piece under your ski jacket. Form fitting with stretch to manage moisture and prevent constriction, the Rho AR Top will keep you warm and dry no matter the cool weather activity you undertake.

Features:

  • 9oz / 255g
  • Collar Zip
  • Form fitting
  • Great warmth-to-weight ratio
  • One laminated chest pocket with laminated zipper
  • Polartec Power Stretch

Paragon Sports

Excellent mid-layering for aerobic activities or expedition weight insulation for cold winter sports. Form fitting versions for men and women feature Polartec Power Stretch, which wicks moisture and prevents constriction.

Features:

  • Breathable, moisture-wicking, insulated jersey.
  • Collar zip for improved venting
  • Great warmth-to-weight ratio
  • Insulated
  • Laminated chest pocket with laminated zip
  • Laminated sleeve pocket with laminated zip
  • Moisture-wicking
  • Polartec Power Stretch
  • Style number 7343

This description was also provided by: Al's Sports


Backcountry.com

The Arc'teryx Women’s Rho AR Top offers expedition-weight insulation for frigid days in the hills. Polartec Power Stretch fabric hugs your body to make layering under your shell more comfortable. The sleeve pocket gives you a place to stash lip balm when you head out with this Arc’teyrx layer, and the high neck holds in the warmth when temperatures plummet.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Insulation:Heavyweight
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:Polartec Power Stretch
Recommended Use:Backpacking, climbing, skiing

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Sometimes brands make complementary products for the opposite gender that coordinate with this product, we also try to show these products below.

Arc'teryx Rho AR TopArc'teryx Rho AR Top - Men's$87.47 - $125.00
Arc'teryx Rho AR PantsArc'teryx Rho AR Pants - Men's$99.00
Arc'teryx Rho AR Top-0809Arc'teryx Rho AR Top-0809 - Men's$74.95
Arc'teryx Rho LT Zip TopArc'teryx Rho LT Zip Top - Men's$98.95 - $99.00

Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

ColorSize
Extra SmallSmallMediumLargeExtra Large
Basmati
Basmati
124.95125.00125.00124.95124.952 More...124.95124.952 More...124.95124.952 More... 
Black
Black
124.95125.00125.00124.95124.953 More...124.95124.953 More...124.95124.953 More...124.95125.00125.00
Bluebell
Bluebell
 124.95124.95124.95 
Jadeite
Jadeite
 125.00125.00125.00  
Cherry Pepper
Cherry Pepper
84.95    
Volcano
Volcano
124.95124.95125.00125.00125.00124.95125.00 

Legend

  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - Paragon Sports

Notes:

Al's Sports offers this product at $124.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Arc'teryx Rho AR Top Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****3
****1
***0
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Reviews:

"Warm warm warm"

Rating:****
This top is so warm, it's almost better without an underlayer. Then you can feel the fleecy goodness next to your skin. This top is warm as an underlayer in the winter or outerlayer in the spring or autumn, and the colour is fabulous (I have the red). What I don't like about it is being 5'11, the proportions in the waist/hips of the top are a bit wrong. It flares out instead of being close to the body, and it's not quite long enough. Though this just gives me a good excuse to practice proper tucking-in of my underlayers into my trousers, so the problem is easily rectified. Overall, this top is easily worth the money paid for it and will last for ages.
Alex at Moosejaw on 03/31/2009

"great performance top"

Rating:*****
Love this underwear top! i ordered this on 8/18 and it was shipped on 8/19 and delivered on 8/22 on the regular free shipping offer. i believe the whole thing is made of polartec power stretch, which i think is better than the comparable north face aurora fleece that's partially polartec. more than twice expensive than the latter but i thought i was worth it. very form-fitting.
Han Ah at Moosejaw on 08/23/2008

Warm and comfy

Rating:*****

This is a great piece to wear as an extra layer on cold days- it's slim-fitting so it adds warmth without adding bulk. It's really comfortable and looks good on its own as well. It wicks moisture really well and is an all around must-have!

Stacy Franiak at Backcountry.com on 04/08/2009

"So much cooler than the requisite North Face."

Rating:*****
Oh baby! Arcteryx is the best company for quality clothing that feels like it is custom made for the individual.
Chris at Moosejaw on 09/25/2006