Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Beta AR Jacket

I upgraded my previous winter shell to the Beta AR and I am SO happy I did! The material is a bit heavier which is perfect for winter, the GORETEX Pro works beautifully in the snow and rain. Love the features including the longer, velcro-adjustable sleeves (I'm quite tall so the long sleeves are great) and the inner zipper for keys/cards. Have worn most in winter but even in spring during cooler weather camping and hikes. Fits a bit larger which makes it perfect for layering.

I got the Beta AR as a replacement for my 2014 Alpha SV. It's roomier and better suited for my all-around usage including bikepacking, mountain biking, hiking, and every day use. All the features I liked and needed on the Alpha are also on the Beta (arm zippers, big pockets, awesome hood, adjustability). I strongly recommend this jacket as an all-rounder. The additional room will make it easier to layer up in the winter. I am 170cm and 57kg and I have a size small. It fits on the large side, but it's great for my long arms and for layering! I would never want to have a jacket other than this one!

Bought this as a warranty replacement for a 10+ yo of the same thing. Knew exactly what we wanted and I'm sure we will many years out of this awesome product.

I bought this jacket to wear as a shell over a light puffer for when I ski and it is perfect! The fit is very flattering and comfortable.

I absolutely love this piece. It is spacious enough for multiple layers underneath while also maintaining a sleek look. It has a great inner front pocket that fits a cell phone easily and is very accessible. It is super easy to adjust the fit with the drawstring adaptors, while maintaining its aesthetic. It insulates incredibly well--I use this all the time when manning long belays in cold, windy, or wet conditions, and it keeps me insulated and dry. The neck structure and hood is manufactured in a way that allows you to keep your neck warm with the hood down--which is major bonus when you don't want heat loss but also need a clear line of sight above (e.g. when belaying!)

loving this piece for mountain biking and hiking and casual wear

Just received a few weeks ago, but very happy with it so far. I love the fit!

I bought a jacket in 2014 for my older (late teens) daughter. Some of the lamination came off and separated this year (late 2020). I followed the service request and after they inspected it-all through online photos-gave me a replacement voucher. She wore it in Glacier Park Montana and all over Europe after college graduation and working as an au pair in France for a year! The replacement we chose was a Beta AR, which she will be taking to graduate school this fall. Sure, it is expensive, but it is well worth it. No, I am not a paid supporter but an enthusiastic amateur!

I've had this jacket for 5 years and it looks and wears like it's brand new. Works well as stand alone rain shell or couple with various types of mid-layers. Durable, abrasion resistant and a fit that allow full range of motion.

Excellent water resistant capabilities. Keeps me dry when I'm out hiking, camping, fishing, the list goes on and on. I have had this jacket now for about 3 years and it's still as good as it was on Day 1.

This is my second Arcteryx jacket that I've bought this year and I am so happy with it. I often struggle with finding jackets that are long enough in the arms and the body and I couldn't have asked for a better for with this jacket. I am 5'8" and 135 lbs and I purchased a medium.

As to be expected from arcteryx, great jacket to have on in a rain storm. I work in the outdoors and carry this guy everywhere I go.

Bought last season for touring and it's awesome, super light weight for packing

Blocks wind, comfortable, excellent hood keeps rain and wind out. Great value!

Love this Shell. Amazingly waterproof. Spend winters in the NW mnts. where the weather changes from rain to snow within minutes. Have never gotten my mid layer wet or had the swap out my Beta AR after 4-8 hours of being rained on. Highly recommend!

I bought this two months ago and it has been great for skiing and now in the shoulder season for hiking in spring like (rainy) conditions. I love the length of the jacket as it keeps me warm and dry.

I bought this for a heavier shell (winter) to replace a parka. Boy did it exceed my expectations! The fit is almost perfect, it's loose without a mid layer, but that's the design. It's wonderfully light weight and very breathable. This has quickly become my favourite piece! I've used it for winter hikes, and cross country skiing in Ottawa and not once was I cold!

I've used this jacket for five years now and everytime it gets the job done. It's great all year and has never waivered. Compactable, sturdy, great look. Those are just a few of the reasons why I'll keep this jacket as long as I possibly can!

Living in Vancouver is wet wet wet. Love this jacket.

I love this jacket Its such a solid year round jacket

I've owned this for over a year and do not regret my purpose. I am 6'3" and about 190 lbs and I love the cut of this jacket- not baggy at all unlike so many other rain jackets. The breathability is great with the vents open and it repels water like nothing I have ever owned.

I purchased this hard shell approximately a month ago along with an Atom AR and was out in 45 mile an hour winds at 10 and was toasty warm as if I was sitting by my woodstove.

Super comfortable and lightweight, yet durable. I've taken this jacket backpacking through snow/rain, snowboarding, and even fishing. Never once has the jacket let me down. Been pushed through rough brambles and branches and not even a single sign of a tear. Looks as good as the day I bought it. The only "downside" I have about the beta ar is that it's a bit noisy.

This is the best jacket I've ever had. It keeps you dry even in heavy rain.

This really is an outstanding all around jacket. I have worn it layered to ski comfortably in -25 degree conditions in the mountains, but also wear it with jeans walking around the city when it's above zero. I will always have an arcteryx beta AR jacket in my closet.