Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Beta AR Jacket

I wanted a waterproof shell that fit my build well, and that's exactly what I got with this jacket. Just as with every Arcteryx product, quality is top notch. The fit is excellent. I've found that many Arcteryx size small regular cut works very well for my build. Arm length and torso length/width are spot on. I've used this in straight downpours and remained completely dry. True story, I met up with a friend for lunch. Happened to be during heavy rain. My office is only a couple of miles away so I decided to just walk. Arrived at the restaurant and was told I was nuts for walking out in the rain. Took off my jacket and then whoa you're not even slightly wet? Grabs my jacket (at this time all the water had shed off), holy cow what jacket is this? I could have sworn this was completely wet when you came in. They now own a Zeta AR. Thanks Arcteryx! For reference I am 5'7 150lbs, 38.5inch chest, small is perfect.

Finally a jacket that keeps me dry and is so comfortable that I don't mind wearing it. I have owned many other rain/shell jackets and not only did they not keep me dry but I just did not like wearing them so I would avoid it at all cost. I love my Beta AR jacket so much that I find myself wearing it as an outer layer even when it's not raining. I wear it with my Atom LT and it keeps me warm and comfortable in 40 degree weather. If it's around 30 degrees I would wear a warm base layer too. I did a short 3 mile hike in steady rain to test it out and I was completely dry. The water just shakes right off of it. The hood has many adjustments to make it fit just right. At first I did not like the stiff collar but now I appreciate how it keeps the wind out. I am 5'5 and 127lbs and the small fits just right. I had a hard time deciding on the color but I went with Labyrinth and I love it. I love the contrasting color on the zippers too. I can't wait to try it for snowshoeing.

Back in the day, when I used to do all the fun things, I had a very well loved and used Beta AR. I needed to warranty it, but wasn't optimistic that it would be covered. However, to my wonderous surprise, ARCTERYX did warranty my jacket and sent me a new one -- super Fast!! And while I am no longer able to blaze through that chest deep pow or hike the whole of the Appalachian Trail, I can still chase my mini-me's in style and dry comfort!! Thank you ARCTERYX for making me even more grateful that I invested in your product, the Beta AR.

Great Jacket. Very durable. Use it all year. The hood is fantastic for incorporating a helmet under. Lots of pockets make for great storage.

This is. Used for hiking, around town and mountaineering. It does all these very well in conditions where it is not too warm and where it is expected to be tough. Perfectly sized for these activities too as comfortably enough room to layer underneath. Incredibly tough looking: I hiked the AT with this jacket and have done hundreds of miles more in the mountains and doesn't look any different. Potentially for mountaineering/ ice climbing the pockets of the alpha would be more suitable but still performs fantastically. Looks great being worn around town too. I would say it is overkill for most scenarios if you wanted to get a cheaper jacket that would be fine and certainly on hikes where you would expect to have it in your bag more (I.e. summer) there would be options I would take instead to be lighter and more breathable but that isn't really this jackets fault (you need more than one jacket if you want one to be perfect for every scenario) and it truly is a bomber which acts as an amazing weather protector

This is. Used for hiking, around town and mountaineering. It does all these very well in conditions where it is not too warm and where it is expected to be tough. Perfectly sized for these activities too as comfortably enough room to layer underneath. Incredibly tough looking: I hiked the AT with this jacket and have done hundreds of miles more in the mountains and doesn't look any different. Potentially for mountaineering/ ice climbing the pockets of the alpha would be more suitable but still performs fantastically. Looks great being worn around town too. I would say it is overkill for most scenarios if you wanted to get a cheaper jacket that would be fine and certainly on hikes where you would expect to have it in your bag more (I.e. summer) there would be options I would take instead to be lighter and more breathable but that isn't really this jackets fault (you need more than one jacket if you want one to be perfect for every scenario) and it truly is a bomber which acts as an amazing weather protector

Best all around jacket keeps me warm in rainy conditions athletic fit its perfect looks good too expensive but well built I love my beta ar definitely will purchase Arcteryx products in the future better than north face.

From Skiing to Climbing to around town, this jacket is the superior jacket of them all. The jacket's fit and durability are a notch above the rest. I was so impressed with my first AR that I bought a second one. I cannot express how incredible this jacket is.

Absolutely love my Beta AR. It's my daily driver and fits well, looks stylish, and is perfect for the rainy climate in which I live. I pair it with a small puffy as an underlayer during the winter and just the shell for the spring/summer. If I HAD to complain, it would be the collar that flattens after a couple of years... but honestly, it's not a big deal especially since it's been used extensively.

Absolutely love my Beta AR. It's my daily driver and fits well, looks stylish, and is perfect for the rainy climate in which I live. I pair it with a small puffy as an underlayer during the winter and just the shell for the spring/summer. If I HAD to complain, it would be the collar that flattens after a couple of years... but honestly, it's not a big deal especially since it's been used extensively.

Great looking, great fitting, highly breathable all around wet weather performer. Suitable for the mountains, forests, and going downtown on a wet and windy day. My favorite shell. I have owned Arc'teryx shells for 15+ years, and this is my favorite.

Iv had a beta AR for almost 6 years now and it still holding up strong. Iv done everything in this jacket, snow shoes, 15 day backpacking trip, everyday commuter, and climbed baker and golden ears with this jacket. This is the best all round jacket you can get. Mine is showing some slight wear in the inner fabric, but after >6 years of hard use, id expect it.

This is a substantial jacket. The fabric feels thick in the hands and doubly so in some of the reinforced areas (the shoulders where a pack could cause abrasions). The DWR has held up for 2 winters now, I wear it often about 6 months out of the year. It is an excellent piece on top of a light sweater or thermal layer, but a bit too loose on my torso when paired with a t-shirt for example.

The Beta AR Jacket is an essential must have jacket. For all weather conditions. It will not bleed through in Rain, has breathable side zippers to control temperature and lots of adjustable pulls to fit all types of layering. Packs up nicely into the hood. I highly recommend this jacket as an essential out shell with great versatility.

Great looking, great fitting, highly breathable all around wet weather performer. Suitable for the mountains, forests, and going downtown on a wet and windy day. My favorite shell. I have owned Arc'teryx shells for 15+ years, and this is my favorite.

Eine super Jacke fr jeden Tag - egal ob mit Jackett, Fleece oder Shirt darunter. Ideal wre noch ein Gummizug im Taillenbereich, was aber ein klagen" auf ganz hohem Niveau ist.

Super. Very comfortable. Resisted heavy rain and strong winds

Una chaqueta muy verstil tanto en el uso urbano los dias de lluvia y viento como en las condiciones ms duras en la montaa. Su sencillez , elegancia y ligereza la hacen perfecta para ambas situaciones. Simplemente 10.

I bought this shell years ago on a stormy day in Colorado and haven't regretted it a minute since. Gore-tex does exactly what you expect from the fabric and the fit is just right for an athletic shell. Drop-hem is just right, and the hood sinches up or fits over a helmet just right. The stand alone collar is great for keeping driving wind off the face and neck without the hood. It's a bit trim on features but the trade-off is that the jacket packs very small. I roll the whole thing into the hood and have it in the bottom of my pack any time I might see precip. At 5'10", 180lbs a medium fits perfectly.

This is my first waterproof shell and I really love it. I wanted something I could wear for all my outdoor activities - lots of walking with my dog, but also cycling and trying some alpine sports later this year. I heard amazing things about Arcteryx jackets and figured I'd go with the investment piece. You can tell it's super high quality and there are lots of nice little features. Highly recommend, I would for sure repurchase.

Eine super Jacke fr jeden Tag - egal ob mit Jackett, Fleece oder Shirt darunter. Ideal wre noch ein Gummizug im Taillenbereich, was aber ein "klagen" auf ganz hohem Niveau ist.

I purchased this jacket 2 years ago as I wanted a durable hard-shell for outdoor activities in the schizophrenic New England coastal weather. After researching and trying on different options from Arc'tyrex, I settled on the Beta AR. The Gore-Tex Pro is the best gore-tex offered. A little stiff at first but allow some time to break it in and you'll appreciate it more! Athletic fit with enough room to allow for layering in colder temps. I've worn this jacket skiing in snowy western Maine in the middle of February, getting on and off chairlifts and holds up well. Works nicely for spring skiing with pit zips. Throw it on for riding single track in pine forests or transition from ski season to early spring rainy weather and still performs. Tough jacket and sheds rain/snow well. Excellent all rounder.

Honestly my favorite jacket. I've had mine going on 5 years, and it's still going strong. It's great for layering and is very versatile.

The Beta AR Jacket is the jack of all trades. It combines functionality, weather protection, and comfort altogether! When you decide to make the purchase for this product, you will not be disappointed by how perfectly it will fit your needs. Take it out for a light shower during your city commute, or take it outdoors to the wilderness where the elements are much tougher, and it will still stand the test. In my opinion, this is the best rain jacket you can buy. Heck ya, my friends!