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Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket

Men's Clothing > Jackets & VestsRated: ***** by 40 reviews. Also available for: Women

Altrec

In years past skiing and climbing enthusiasts didn't readily associate any sort of GORE-TEX® fabric with anything but waterproof outerwear, but this Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket will certainly change old notions. It's made with a new softer and quieter GORE-TEX® Soft Shell Low Loft fabric that breathes better than previous GORE-TEX® membranes but doesn't compromise the waterproof protection. Unlike the tapered cut on the Women's Stingray Jacket, the Men's Stingray Jacket has a relaxed cut to maximize your middle layering potential. The Stingray is primarily oriented for big mountain resort adventures and features extras like a removable Drop Hood™ and Recco Reflectors. Laminated pit zips beneath the sleeves give you extra breathing potential for any sunny hikes up to untracked bowls. If you're considering pants, the Arc'teryx Stingray Pant is a perfect match.

Features:

  • Adjustable laminated powder skirt and lower hem drawcord
  • Arc'teryx Drop Hood
  • Laminated die cut Velcro cuffs
  • Laminated quick dry chin guard and soft brushed lined collar
  • One chest pocket, one sleeve pocket two hand pockets--all laminated
  • Recco Reflector (never intended as a replacement for an avalanche transceiver)
  • WaterTight and laminated zipper construction along all outer openings
  • Waterproof, highly breathable 730 GORE-TEX Soft Shell Low Loft fabric
  • Weight: 26.8 oz. (760 g.) in medium

REI

The snowsports focused Arc'teryx Stingray jacket features highly articulated patterning and a warm, supple fabric. Its weatherproof design is just the thing for deep snow days.

  • Gore-Tex® Soft Shell 3-layer fabric is intended for stop-and-go activities in cold and wet environments
  • With a soft hand and high warmth, Gore-Tex Soft Shell 3-layer laminated fabric offers complete protection from the elements
  • Waterproof, breathable textile features a warm polyester tricot inner face that enhances insulation without sacrificing breathability
  • Anatomic patterning and a high degree if articulation provide unrestricted freedom of movement
  • Helmet-compatible Drop Hood combines the protection of a high collar with an easy-access, laminated brimmed hood; features stealth brim adjusters you can set with 1 hand
  • Also features a laminated hem, cord tunnels and zipper garages
  • Watertight front zipper with inner laminated storm guard ensures total weatherproofness; laminated quick-dry chin guard protects skin from zipper abrasion
  • Features watertight 2-way pit zippers and pocket zippers; also includes die-cut, laminated, rip-and-stick wrist closures
  • Laminated powder skirt keeps spindrift out; incorporates elastic gripper and double-snap closure for a secure fit
  • Embedded Recco® reflector enhances radio signals from search-and-rescue Recco detectors for quicker acquisition of position in an avalanche
  • Multiple storage options: dual handwarmer pockets, sleeve pocket and 2 interior stash pockets

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Arc’Teryx Stingray Jacket is a snowsport-driven hardshell jacket that takes the definition of warm, winter protection and kicks it up a notch. With its Goretex Soft Shell fabric, laminated powder skirt and articulated patterning, the Stingray is ideal for waist-deep pow in the backcountry, or poaching the groomers at Vail. Made with the design of descent in mind, the waterproof, articulate jacket will keep you more than dry and warm. The combination of laminated die-cut Velcro cuffs, a laminated sleeve pocket, hand pockets wit laminated zippers, and a laminated chin guard keeps the wet out when the snow gets deep, and you dig deeper.
Need more features? The Stingray Jacket has a helmet compatible drop hood and one-handed stealth brim-adjusters.

Features:

  • Articulated elbows
  • Helmet compatible Drop Hood
  • Internal chest pocket
  • Laminated chin guard
  • Laminated die-cut Velcro® cuffs reduce bulk, and won't catch or tear off
  • Laminated sleeve pocket with laminated zip
  • Molded zipper garages
  • No-lift gusseted underarms
  • One-hand adjustable drawcords
  • Powder skirt with gripper elastic and snap closure
  • Recco® reflector
  • Stealth hood adjusters
  • Two hand pockets with laminated zippers
  • WaterTight™ external zippers
  • Waterproof

Mountain Gear

ARCTERYX created the Stingray jJacket with the idea that you should be able to focus on your decent, not your armor. Designed with supple, warming GORE-TEX Soft Shell fabric and increased articulation, you can go all day on the slopes without getting cold or clammy. Specifications based on size Medium.

Features:

  • Cool down quickly with 2-way laminated pit zips
  • Have maximum core breathability and excellent weather protection with waterproof, seam-sealed GORE-TEX Soft Shell – it sheds snow and precip while exhaling inside moisture
  • Increase your weather defense with a helmet compatible hood, elastic grip powder skirt, Velcro cuffs, and one-handed hem pull cords
  • Keep all you necessities close in the one internal pocket, sleeve pocket, and 2 hand pockets
  • Keep water from finding a way in with WaterTight zips, moulded zipper garages and laminated construction
  • Raise your hands above your head all you need, the no-lift gusseted underarms will keep your jacket in place; articulated elbows increase your range of movement
  • Up your odds of rescue during an avalanche with the built-in, hidden Recco rescue reflector

Oregon Mountain Community

The Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket combines the quiet comfort of a softshell with the total weather protection of a hardshell. Made from Gore-Tex® Soft Shell fabric, the Stingray Jacket is an ideal choice when you want to reduce layering while maintaining freedom of movement in cold or damp conditions. Since the Stingray Jacket provides some insulation you don't need to wear as many other layers as you would with a traditional hardshell. The Stingray Jacket also features an integrated powder skirt, ample pockets, a helmet compatible hood and a Recco® reflector, all the features you have come to look for in a snowsport shell.

Features:

  • Articulated elbows
  • Helmet compatible Drop Hood with stealth brimadjuster
  • Laminated die-cut Velcro® cuffs
  • Laminated powder skirt with gripper elastic and snap closure
  • Laminated quick dry chin guard
  • Moulded Zipper Garages
  • No-lift gusseted underarms
  • One hand hem pull cords
  • One internal pocket (m)
  • One sleeve pocket with laminated zipper
  • Recco® reflector
  • Two hand pockets with laminated zippers
  • Two-way laminated pit zippers
  • WaterTight front, pit, and pocket zippers

Paragon Sports

The snowsports focused Stingray jacket features highly articulated patterning and a warmer, more supple GORE-TEX Soft Shell fabric. Designed from the ground up for deep snow days, these weatherproof jackets include laminated adjustable powder skirts and a helmet compatible Drop Hood with one-handed stealth brim-adjusters.

Features:

  • Activity: Ski/Snowboard
  • Articulated elbows
  • Do not use fabric softener
  • Helmet compatible Drop Hood
  • Internal chest pocket
  • Laminated chin guard
  • Laminated die-cut Velcro cuffs reduce bulk, and won't catch or tear off
  • Laminated sleeve pocket with laminated zip
  • Molded zipper garages
  • No-lift gusseted underarms
  • One-hand adjustable drawcords
  • Powder skirt with gripper elastic and snap closure
  • Recco reflectorU90N GORE-TEX Soft Shell Low Loft
  • Relaxed fit, Hip Length
  • Stealth hood adjusters
  • Two hand pockets with laminated zippers
  • WaterTight external zippers
  • Waterproof
  • Weight: 753 g / 1 lb 10.6 oz

TetonVillageSports.com

What is the Holy Grail of ski jackets? What do we all crave and desire in our coats? Versatilty. Comfort. Warmth. Style. Durabilty. And probably a few other attributes (not counting the effect at the local watering hole). The Arcteryx Stingray jacket makes quite a case for itself. The snowsports focused Stingray jacket features highly articulated patterning and a warmer, more supple GORE-TEX Soft Shell fabric. Designed from the ground up for deep snow days, these weatherproof jackets include laminated adjustable powder skirts and a helmet compatible Drop Hood with one-handed stealth brim-adjusters.


USOutdoor.com

Refined GORE-TEX® Soft Shell Low Loft provides a soft-hand, while still delivering great all-weather protection. Styled for the hill with a looser fit and complete with functional features such as handy pockets and laminated powderskirts.

Features:

  • Adjustable laminated powderskirt
  • Drop Hood
  • Laminated die-cut Velcro® cuffs
  • Laminated lower hem drawcord
  • Laminated quick-dry chin guard
  • One hand pull cords
  • One sleeve pocket with laminated zip
  • Recco® reflector
  • Soft brushed lined collar
  • Two hand pockets with laminated zips
  • Two way laminated pit zips
  • WaterTight front, pit and pocket zipsW30 GORE-TEX® Soft Shell Low Loft

Backcountry.com Outlet

In addition to a slew of ski features, the Arc'teryx Men's Stingray Jacket uses Gore-Tex Softshell fabric to provide winter-ready performance and excellent breathability. Add WaterTight Underarm zips into the equation, and the Stingray Jacket turns a sweaty approach into a cool stroll. Arc'teryx included a helmet-compatible hood and integrated powder skirt to keep the inside snow-free no matter how bad the weather or how deep the powder. A RECCO reflector may help ski patrol find you in the event of an avalanche.


Backcountry.com

The Arc’teryx Men’s Stingray Jacket uses Gore-Tex Soft Shell fabric to give you a level of breathability that you never thought possible. Welded seams and water-tight zippers improve weather resistance, so you can keep going strong even when conditions turn to absolute mank. Arc’teryx integrated a powder skirt to keep the snow out on deep blower days, and the adjustable cuffs, storm hood, and high collar don’t hurt either.


Appalachain Outdoors

The Arc'teryx Stingray is a waterproof, articulated jacket, combining soft-to-the-touch hardshell fabric and essential snowsport-specific features, designed for deep snow days. The snowsports focused Stingray jacket features highly articulated patterning and a warmer, more supple GORE-TEX Soft Shell fabric. Designed from the ground up for deep snow days, these weatherproof jackets include laminated adjustable powder skirts and a helmet compatible Drop Hood with one-handed stealth brim-adjusters.


SummitOnline.com (2010)

The snow sports focused Stingray Jacket features highly articulated patterning and a warmer, more supple Gore-Tex soft shell fabric. Designed from the ground up for deep snow days, these weatherproof jackets include laminated adjustable powder skirts and a helmet compatible drop hood with one-handed stealth brim-adjusters.

This description was also provided by: Skis.com (2010)


Marmot Mountain

Arc'Teryx's Stingray Jackets have been transformed by new patterning with increased articulation and a more supple GORE-TEX® Soft Shell fabric.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Average weight:26.5 ounces
Back length:28 inches
Breathable Rating:Guaranteed breathable
Core Venting:Underarm zips
Country Of Origin:Canada
Cuff Adjustment:Yes
Drawcord Waist Adjustment:No
Electronics Pocket:No
Exterior Material:Gore-Tex
Fit:Regular
Gender:Men's
Goggle Cloth:No
Goggle Pocket:No
Hood:Fixed
Insulated:Yes
Insulation:None
Lining:Polyester tricot
Manufacturer Warranty:One Year
Material:Gore-Tex Soft Shell
Materials:590N GORE-TEX® Soft Shell Low Loft
Pit Zip Venting:No
Pockets:2 Front, 1 internal, 1 sleeve
Pockets Range:1-3
Powder Skirt:Yes
Recommended Use:Backcountry skiing
Removable Liner:No
SKU:6390
Seam Taped:Yes, fully-taped
Shell fabric:100% nylon
Taped Seams:Yes
Waterproof:Yes
Waterproof Rating:Guaranteed waterproof
Waterproofing:Gore-Tex Soft Shell 3L waterproof breathable laminate
Weight:26.5oz (753g)
Zip-in Compatibility:No

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Copper
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Mineral
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Extra Large498.95498.9510 More...498.95498.955 More...349.27349.95498.95498.953 More...299.37498.957 More...
Extra Extra Large498.95498.953 More...498.95498.95499.00349.27498.95499.00499.00498.95498.953 More...

Legend

  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - TetonVillageSports.com
  •     - Marmot Mountain
  •     - Backcountry.com Outlet
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - REI
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Paragon Sports
  •     - Oregon Mountain Community
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2010)
  •     - Skis.com (2010)
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters

Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket Reviews Summary:

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*****35
****4
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Positive Reviews:

A great shell for what it was designed for.

Rating:*****
The review at top is odd: "Almost replaces the need to have a hardshell." This is a hardshell; they have just incorporated a "softer" outer fabric rather that the heavier, stiffer outer shell found on most of their stuff. It's not XCR so it is 25% less breathable. Big deal. Arc'teryx stuff was designed after climbing first and breathabilty would be a far great consideration in that sport rather than in bounds skiing, which is where their target market lies for this jacket. It's a far less roomy shell than the Sidewinder so your actual size, although ample in arm lenth will not be as accommodating through the body and body length is also a couple of inches shorter than the same size Sidewinder. I would imagine the outer fabric is very durable, more so than 99% of us would require, but not like the Sidewinder SV. So if you're doing alot of true backcountry skinning or hiking with your skies/board strapped on etc, I would recommend the breathability and tougher shell of the Sidewinder SV over this unit. Honestly, what is there not to like about Arc'teryx? Their stuff could just as easily hang in a museaum as art; it's really that nicely made. It's always very simple, with beautiful, consisitent construction with no frills. I have found frills are almost always unecessary and just add bulk. Unlike the last review, get any color other than the grey. Everybody has it. Seriously, all of the colors look great in the Stingrays and I feel this is the first shell in Arc's line that not only looks hardcore, but is also really slick looking.
Anonymous at Altrec on 03/26/2006

It was "picture perfect"

Rating:*****

it was coming down cats and dogs and whatever other animals it comes down yesterday and I had to walk a half mile back to my car. Take God I had my stingray! I put on some cheap waterproof pants and my arcteryx and headed out! I thought I was the baddest mother just thrashing through the rain without missing a beat. Then it happened. It was "picture perfect" and I was in the right place at the right time. A giant truck was flying down the road and with it came a giant "picture perfect" wall of water that crashed me! if I wasn't already wet from the rain now I was covered from head to toe. It stopped me in my tracks and all I could do was turn around and look at the trunk with a shrug. Then it happened again. Another "picture pefect" wall of water hits me in the back while I am still looking at the first truck. True story I swear! I finally got back to my car, then back home and I couldn't wait to see if any water had gotten through. As to my excitement I was dry as a bone! the jacket is bigger (wide) than I would have thought, but length is perfect. It is made to have more layers under it and this jacket by itself wont keep you warm. at least not on an extreme cooled day. it packs very small considering its a real jacket. but thats expected from Arc'teryx. Over all, best jacket hand down I have ever owned. well worth the money!

les22 at Backcountry.com Outlet on 03/05/2008

One of the best shells made

Rating:*****
I have been looking for a new shell that can be worn skiing as well as cooler temperatures that was water proof looked good and wore well. There is really no comparison to the quality of Arcteryx clothing so I will concentrate on what this model offers. I tried the shells like beta, alpha and theta and the thicker shells for snow sport. I disregarded the insulated shells since they are warmer and limits their use to winter only. The hard shells like alpha, theta etc felt to thin to wear unless is used for technical reasons. This left the scorpion, the sidewinder and the stingray. The Sidewinder did not appeal to me due to the external material that it is not as appealing, in the opposite end the scorpion does not seem to have the rugged exterior that the stingray has. The stingray has a smooth yet rough exterior that it is very nice to the touch and while providing the jacted with a sense of durability. The sleeves have a velcro attachment that provides a very nice look to it, the linning is thin enough to be worn on srping and fall and ligth enough to layer for warm ski days while it provide the room to layer up for those cold skiing days. Overall is a wonderfull jacket that will provide use over the 3 seasons.
Gerard Bu at Altrec on 11/14/2006

"Slim fit" this ain't!

Rating:*****

I don't blame anyone but Arc'teryx for having to return this jacket. First, there is no description on how this thing fits. But, more importantly, ALL of the pix make this look like a "slim or athletic" fit. It is definitely not that. I wouldn't describe the fit as oversized because in the shoulders, chest, and arms the fit was about right. But, in the body of the jacket, it was "relaxed". To be more accurate, I would say that it might compare to fit in Burton's "AK" series of jackets (at least from the pix). I realize you need some room for layering and to be able to move comfortably (especially, if you plan to where this for snowboarding). But, this jacket has as much room as my North Face Mountain Light jacket. I could wear a couple of base layers plus a healthy fleece jacket and still have some room. I thought that the quality of the jacket was fine: plenty of nice features and it looked well constructed, if somewhat plain. My only other disappointment was that for this price-point, I feel that there should be some "wow" factor. As I only tried the jacket on, I can't really speak to its functionality. All that said, I would have kept the jacket had it been more "fitted".

The Goat at Backcountry.com Outlet on 11/19/2007

Hyperbole aside, this is a fine jacket

Rating:****

I've read these reviews carefully, and I think they are pretty accurate from what I can tell. Yes, the Stingray is warmer than a standard 3-ply shell, but it isn't a 'layer' like your fleece would be--it's still a shell. The Goretex Softshell is superb material: quiet, highly flexible, and very breathable. I've worn it in several backcountry ski storms (0F, 50mph winds at most) and it was fantastic. This coat really could save your life in such conditions. It's probably the best of a dozen jackets I've tried for backcountry skiing; I'd rank it above anything from Patagonia, North Face, or even Marmot. The waist seems short to me, but pull in the drawstrings, snap up the waist skirt, and let her rip--you won't even notice the difference between this and a parka. The stingray is baggier in front, but that is a boon for wilderness work because it lets you store frozen gloves, skins, or water bottles in there without getting in the way of the pack straps. In short, I'm well on my way to loving this jacket, with maybe a 5-star rating coming up...

Rumdoodle at Backcountry.com Outlet on 01/26/2009

Best of All Possible Combinations

Rating:*****
Trade offs are what we as buyers tend to scrutinize the most. Breathability versus waterproofing & wind blocking is a major one for me, and the Stingray Jacket has just the right balance for my needs. It breathes well enough for some hiking. Stops the wind from cutting to the bone at the top of the ridge you just hiked to, you don't even know its on when you ski down, & if you do stuff your body into the powder you'll come out dry. Water proofing is not an issue with this jacket. At 6"3", 225 lbs the XL fits just fine even with 3 baselayers on. I've got $600.00 Spyder & Phoenix jackets that take in water like a sponge & a Arc'teryx Sidewinder that lets the wind penetrate to the core. I only need one jacket now, i've found "my" jacket with the Best of All Combinations.
Mark Adams at Altrec on 07/09/2007

waterPROOF breathable gore-tex softshell

Rating:*****

and as if that weren't enough.... when you don't seem to notice your gear you know it's doing it's job right. With this coat you never notice the wind getting through, never notice you're getting too hot, never notice it's too heavy, never notice it's too restrictive, never notice the pockets are in the wrong place, never notice how noisy it is below zero, etc. Over 6 months I've used this coat running in the rain (talk about moisture management), skinning/touring, and resort skiing. In all cases it's never been clammy on the inside during or after. The fit is superb, low profile, but I can easily wear light and mid weight layers underneath. I had to look the other way when paying for it, but for the number of times I've bought the wrong coat for 200 balloons, I have to say it's worth it.

sundaymtn at Backcountry.com Outlet on 04/24/2008

Great Jacket , but...

Rating:****
Finish is impeccable. The fabric was supple and all the zips were flexible and worked easily. Fit through the body was snug but still allowed ample movement. Fit in the shoulders and arms was outstanding with plenty of room. However, the neck area was tight when zipped up all the way with a zip-T neck and Polartech 200 top, and I don't have a huge neck (15 1/2 inch). With my helmet on and the jacket zipped up, the neck area was uncomfortably constricting around the strap area. As mentioned in other posts, while the hood fit over my helmet, it was pretty snug and restricted flexing my neck. For those two reasons, I had to very reluctantly return it. It almost broke my heart since the rest of the jacket is impeccably made and fit great. Plus the cricket/gator color was a killer.
Anonymous at Altrec on 01/28/2007

best jacket made by Arc'Teryx period!

Rating:*****
THIS JACKET IS GREAT. I LOVE TO WEAR IT. I LIKE THE FACT THAT WHEN I WEAR IT DURING WINDY WEATHER, THE WIND DOESN'T ADVERSELY AFFECT MY BODY; THIS JACKET KEEPS ME WARM. HAS ENOUGH POCKETS--4-TO STORE ANYTHING YOU WISH. THE TWO HANDWARMER POCKETS ARE HUGE, AND THE POCKET ON THE LEFT SLEEVE IS CONVENIENT AS WELL. THE CINCH CORDS DO THERE JOB, AND THE CINCH CORD ON THE HOOD ALLOWS YOU TO TIGHTEN THE HOOD AS YOU SO DESIRE. I JUST LOVE THIS JACKET--OH AND IF YOU CAN, GET THE GUNMETAL COLOR, I LOOKS GREAT. I JUST LOVE THIS JACKET, I DON'T THINK I WILL BUY ANOTHER JACKET AS LONG AS I LIVE. THE JACKET IS SOMEWHAT PRICY, BUT IF YOU CAN SHOP AROUND FOR A CHEAPER, PRICE AND THEN COME BACK TO ALTREC; THEY HAVE THE BEST PRICE MATCH POLICY AROUND!
Chukwuemeka Nwokorie at Altrec on 04/26/2006

Solid...plan to have it for years to come

Rating:*****

I read and researched several jackets and narrowed it down to the Stingray and the Sidewinder AR. The Stingray won for two reasons...fit and material. I ordered a small in both coats. I'm 5'7" and 145 #'s. The Stingray fit perfect. Room for an underlayer if I want it, but not too big without. The Sidewinder fit well, but was large in the shoulders...a bit of a "puff" that made me feel like I needed to hit the weights at the gym. The material on both was exceptional but different. The Sidewinder was bulletproof. Rock solid, but a bit stiff for an everyday coat. The Stingray was also in it to win it, but a bit softer. The Stingray may prove to be less durable over time, but is the type of feel and fit I was after.

par3002297 at Backcountry.com Outlet on 10/28/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Good jacket, but not great.

Rating:***

Overall I did love the fit of the jacket and the soft shell feel was quite nice. I used to own an Arc'teryx Sidewinder with the XCR Gortex and then I switched to the Stingray. I thought I would get the same performance however a better fit and softer feel. I loved the jacket however the only area were it didn't perform was warmth. I know it' s a softshell but it just couldn't hold it's heat. People always told me the Stingray should be warmer than the Sidewinder as it is a similar Gortex and it has a fine liner. There was a noticable different between the two. I would take the Stingray on day tours and just skiing at the resort and found i needed to add another layer. Maybe the Jacket is too breathable? I'm not sure why. When i would hike the jacket would breathe. So to conclude i would reccommend this jacket for around town and maybe skiing in a location that's not very cold however I would caution the prospective buyer who is looking for a shell with high performance. I went back to the Sidewinder and feel the difference again (Sidewinder has the new proshell Gortex however seems quite similar to my old one). Good luck and just a quick comment on Backcountry.com. They let me return my Stingray after a year as it took me that long to finally realize I didn't like it compared to the Sidewinder. They are definitely a store that is focused on getting the right product in the hands of their customer rather than the bottom line. So thank you.

Mike McMynn at Backcountry.com Outlet on 01/12/2009