Namcha Barwa Hooded Jacket

Arc’teryx and Songtsam’s collaborative “Ascend to Beauty: Namcha Barwa” collection (2024 release) features a limited-edition hard-shell jacket based on the Beta Lightweight Jacket. Inspired by Mount Namcha Barwa in the eastern Himalayas—one of China’s most beautiful snow-capped peaks—and particularly its rare “golden sunrise” phenomenon (said to be witnessed by only one in ten visitors), the design integrates natural aesthetics and is hailed as “the most stunning collaborative jacket.” Balancing professional outdoor performance with stylish aesthetics, this jacket quickly became a coveted item among bird enthusiasts, with many viewing it as a “lucky symbol for witnessing the Sunlit Golden Mountain.”
Fabric: GORE-TEX PACLITE® PLUS 2L construction—lightweight, durable, fully waterproof/windproof, highly breathable (ideal for high-intensity activities), with DWR water-repellent coating.
Weight & Packability: Ultra-light (approx. 160-200g depending on size), easily packable. Suitable as a primary layer for spring/summer/fall, or as a mid-layer in winter.
Design Highlights:
Color palette inspired by the Sunlit Golden Mountain:
– Phino Orange (brim and sleeve panels): Represents morning light illuminating mountain ridges.
– Space Gray/Witten Brown (main body): Symbolizes the interplay of light and shadow across the mountain.
– Jungle Green (inner brim and sleeve panels): Evokes the vitality of mountain vegetation.
Bird logo embroidered in white silk thread, symbolizing cirrus clouds and snow-capped peaks.
Hidden Design: The rear hood conceals a contour pattern of Mount Namcha Barwa (sharp edges echoing its “spear piercing the sky” silhouette). Typically concealed, it reveals itself only when the hood is worn against wind and rain, signifying the rare fortune of witnessing “Sunlit Golden Mountain.”
Hat: StormHood™ adjustable hood, helmet-compatible, one-handed operation. Pockets: Multiple zippered pockets for convenient storage.
Fit: Slim yet unrestricted movement, articulated joint design.
Ideal for: Hiking, mountaineering, travel, commuting. Handles light to heavy rain, highly breathable without sweat buildup. Optimal temperature range: 0°C to 20°C.