Arc'Teryx Cerium Jacket Men
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A padded jacket or pants contains a filling of down, wool, or synthetic material.
Meer informatieWhat Is an Insulated Ski Jacket and What Are the Options?
An insulated ski jacket is essential for anyone seeking warmth and comfort while skiing or snowboarding. The insulation helps maintain your body temperature, even in the harshest conditions. There are different types of insulation, each with its own advantages. In this guide, we explain the differences so you can make the perfect choice.
Down Insulation: Lightweight and Extremely Warm
A jacket insulated with down is the ideal choice for those looking for maximum warmth without sacrificing comfort. Down provides excellent insulation and is very lightweight, making it perfect for cold, dry conditions. However, keep in mind that down performs less well in wet conditions unless the jacket has been specially treated to resist moisture.
Wool Insulation: Natural and Breathable
Jackets with wool insulation offer a natural alternative. Wool is not only warm but also breathable and retains heat even when damp. This option is ideal for those who prefer natural materials and comfort in varying weather conditions.
Synthetic Insulation: Versatile and Low-Maintenance
Synthetic insulation, such as PrimaLoft or Thinsulate, offers excellent warmth and performs well in wet conditions. This option is often slightly heavier than down but dries quickly and is easier to care for. It’s ideal for active winter sports enthusiasts who value versatility and affordability.
Why Choose an Insulated Ski Jacket?
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Optimal Warmth: Protect yourself against extreme cold.
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Comfort During Activity: Maintain your freedom of movement without sacrificing insulation.
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Suitable for Various Weather Conditions: Whether you're skiing in powder snow or braving a cold wind, an insulated jacket adapts to your needs.
Which Insulation Suits You Best?
The right insulation depends on your personal preferences and the conditions in which you’ll wear the jacket. Looking for ultimate warmth and comfort? Go for down. Need a versatile, low-maintenance option? Consider synthetic materials. Or choose wool for a natural feel.
Our premium ski jackets combine functionality, style, and top quality, so you can fully enjoy your winter sports adventure. Explore our collection and find your perfect insulated ski jacket!
- Slim fit
- Medium fit
- Wide fit
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- Down Composite Mapping: synthetic in damp zones
- Packs into its own removable stuff sack
- RDS down, Fair Trade Certified sewing
- Collar only - no hood on this version
- DWR only: no rain or wet-snow protection
- Fitted cut: no room for a thick midlayer
The Arc'teryx Cerium Jacket is a lightweight men's down jacket built as alpine insulation: worn as a midlayer under a hardshell, or on its own in cold, dry weather. Its defining feature is Down Composite Mapping, which places down through the main body and synthetic insulation in the zones where moisture tends to build up. The jacket packs into a removable stuff sack stowed in the internal pocket, and has an insulated mid-height collar rather than a hood.
Who is the Cerium Jacket for?
This is a jacket for mountain users who want a compressible warm layer that lives in the pack and goes on at a rest stop, on a belay, or under a shell on a cold chairlift. It suits alpine days, hiking in dry cold, rock climbing and cold-weather travel. It is not the Arc'teryx Cerium Jacket's job to be your outer layer in rain or wet snow, and it has no powder skirt, pass pocket or hood for resort use on its own.
How warm is the Arc'teryx Cerium Jacket?
Warmth comes from down, so loft is the engine: the jacket insulates best dry and loses power when soaked, which is exactly why synthetic insulation is mapped into the moisture-prone areas. Arc'teryx publishes no temperature rating for the Cerium Jacket, so judge it as a light alpine down layer rather than a deep-cold parka. A DWR finish on the face fabric sheds light snow and brief drizzle; sustained wet weather needs a shell over the top.
Which size should you choose?
Arc'teryx cuts the Cerium Jacket as a Fitted garment: close through chest, waist and hip, with articulated sleeves and body. It is patterned to sit over a base layer or under a shell, not over a thick fleece or hoodie. Check the Arc'teryx men's tops size chart against your chest measurement before ordering; sizing up buys a little room but the cut stays trim.
How does Down Composite Mapping work in the Cerium Jacket?
Down is the lightest way to carry warmth, but it collapses when it gets damp. The Arc'teryx Cerium Jacket answers that with Down Composite Mapping: down fills the panels that stay driest, while synthetic insulation is placed in the zones where sweat and condensation collect, such as the areas under pack straps and around the cuffs and hem. The result is a down jacket that keeps some of its insulating ability where moisture is most likely, without the weight penalty of an all-synthetic build. A DWR finish on the face fabric repels light moisture, and the jacket compresses into its own stuff sack, which is attached inside the internal zippered pocket so it cannot get lost.
Is the Arc'teryx Cerium Jacket suitable for skiing and ski touring?
As a midlayer, yes. The insulated mid-height collar is cut to sit under a shell hood, the slim patterning slides inside a hardshell without bunching, and the low pack volume means it can ride in a touring pack and come out at a transition or a summit. As an outer layer on the mountain, it has limits worth knowing: there is no hood, no waterproof membrane and no snowsport hardware. The face fabric is a light ripstop, and owners of the current generation report on the brand's own product page that it can pick up holes and leak feathers where it rubs against rock, ski edges or pack straps. Some owners also report the centre-front zipper sticking with use. If you want a down layer you can wear hard, unprotected, all day, this is not that jacket.
How do you look after the Cerium Jacket?
Wash the Arc'teryx Cerium Jacket on a gentle, low-temperature cycle, ideally in a front-loading machine, and use a mesh bag if your machine is top-loading. Double rinse, skip fabric softener and bleach, and wash dark colours separately. Tumble dry gentle and low with a few tennis balls in the drum: the balls break up clumped down and bring the loft back. Do not dry clean and do not iron. Storage matters as much as washing. The stuff sack is for carrying, not for keeping the jacket in; compress the down for months on end and it will not recover its full loft, so hang it or keep it loose in a drawer between trips.
What are the sustainability credentials?
The down in the Cerium Jacket is certified to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS), the jacket is PFAS compliant, it carries the bluesign approved materials listing, and it is sewn in a Fair Trade Certified facility. Like other synthetic-faced garments, it can release plastic microfibres when washed, which is one more reason to wash it only when it needs it.
- Down Composite Mapping: synthetic insulation in moisture-prone zones, down elsewhere
- DWR finish on the face fabric
- Insulated mid-height collar
- No hood
- Two zippered hand pockets
- Internal zippered security pocket
- Removable stuff sack attached inside the internal pocket
- Adjustable hem drawcord
- Elasticated cuffs
- Reverse coil centre-front zipper
- TPU zipper pulls
- Articulated patterning through sleeves and body
- Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certified down
- Sewn in a Fair Trade Certified facility
