ShanghaiJune 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the summer climbing season begins, climbers face valley winds, shifting sunlight and shadows, mist and humidity, and brief temperature drops in rock wall environments. They frequently transition between approaching the crag, route scouting, actual climbing, belaying, and descending. After sweating, their bodies become more susceptible to mountain winds, especially when lingering at high points on the rock face, where continuous wind can further accelerate the loss of perceived body temperature. A lightweight, durable, and easily accessible outer layer becomes crucial support for climbing activities.
Arc’teryx Squamish Hoody Wind Shell® Jacket
This time, Arc’teryx has refreshed the Squamish Hoody Wind Shell® Jacket. Building on core features like lightweight wind protection, durability, and portability, it upgrades to FC0 DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment and optimizes the design with a more relaxed, three-dimensional front panel construction. This enhances wearing comfort and flexibility during climbing movements, addressing the multiple needs of a portable outer layer in summer climbing scenarios. Additionally, the new Alpine Rose and Sea Salt colorways further enrich gear options for the summer climbing season.
Arc’teryx Squamish Hoody Wind Shell® Jacket
As Arc’teryx’s first Wind Shell® jacket, the Squamish Hoody is named after the renowned climbing destination Squamish in British Columbia, Canada. Known for its granite walls, diverse routes, and rapidly changing weather conditions, the area is a major hub for the global climbing community and has continuously influenced Arc’teryx’s design philosophy for climbing gear.
The Squamish Hoody Wind Shell® Jacket uses lightweight Tyono™ 30D fabric, offering stable wind protection while balancing durability and tear resistance, capable of handling contact with rock faces, harnesses, and ropes. The upgraded FC0 DWR treatment effectively manages mist, humidity, and brief light rain.
Arc’teryx Squamish Hoody Wind Shell® Jacket
The product can be quickly stowed into its chest pocket, compressing to a compact size—approximately 123g for a women’s size S—and is compatible with harness attachment, reducing backpack space usage while allowing for quick access during climbing. It features an adjustable StormHood™ that is helmet-compatible, providing stable coverage and clear visibility. Combined with a hem adjustment and elastic cuffs, it further reduces wind entry.
Arc’teryx Squamish Hoody Wind Shell® Jacket StormHood™
Meanwhile, the fabric itself offers good elasticity. Combined with the three-dimensional front panel construction and No Slip Zip design, it enhances freedom of movement and wearing stability during forward-leaning and dynamic stretching. It also supports layering with a T-shirt or lightweight mid-layer, adapting to temperature variations.
Arc’teryx will continue to draw from real mountain sports scenarios, using professional gear to support outdoor enthusiasts in staying focused and moving freely amid changing natural environments, as they explore higher rock faces and mountains.
Wind Shell® is a registered trademark of Arc’teryx.