Born and still based in Vancouver, Arcteryx is a local brand we've grown up with from our beginnings in the 1990s. Research and design at Arcteryx are world class- all categories that they play in have benefitted from Arcteryx's design leadership and vision of where the future of Outdoors is going. Take a look and see what we mean: Packs Over 40L, Daypacks, Climbing Gear, Gloves, Rainwear, Softshell, Insulated, Fleece, Quick Dry, Baselayer, Wool, and Casual Cotton. VPO Staff recommendations: any Arcteryx Gore-tex shell, and their gloves- incredible!