Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Beta AR Jacket

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.

Shell is pricey, but well worth the price. Waterproof, lightweight and breathable all in a stylish package.

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

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.

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!

Awesome jacket for all year round use. It fits a bit bigger than the other Beta SL or LT, allowing more room for layers, and my chest. Face fabric is skookum, love everything about this jacket.

Awesome jacket for all year round use. It fits a bit bigger than the other Beta SL or LT, allowing more room for layers, and my chest. Face fabric is skookum, love everything about this jacket.

I bought the Jacket 2 years ago and it's kept me dry in rainy Vancouver weather.

The Beta AR was my first Arcteryx purchase seven years ago, and I couldn't find any issues with the build quality, durability, or performance of the jacket. It can be used as a shell in any (any) weather, from mist to driving sleet. I recently purchased an updated version and the new release on the hood drawstrings and zipper pulls are nice. If you want a shell jacket that will last you for a decade pull the trigger, you won't regret it.

The jacket is expensive but on the other hand i wear it everyday. Just make sure to use the right layering and you can wear it all 4 seasons. Great quality and flawless workmanship. I wish the hood could be tucked away. However the hood is not a dealbreaker. Great mobility

The Beta AR is the best jacket I own for almost any activity. It'll stand up to any weather, including prolonged heavy rain. The hood has to be the best hood Arc'teryx make, as it's adjustable in so many ways, and always moves with my head. Pit zips allow venting if the temperature increases, and a hem drawcord is good for keeping the jacket close to your body. I genuinely can't find anything bad to say about this jacket.

Best jacket I have ever owned. So versatile and durable.

Hands down the best jacket I own. Had to talk myself into spending the money, but well worth it. Have used this jacket almost year round in rain and snow all over Michigan and Colorado.

Bombproof and solid jacket! Great all-round hard shell. Good weight to durability ratio. Fits a bit large. I'm generally large or extra large in Arc'teryx and for this one at 6'2" about 220 I'm a large with space for light layering.

Bombproof and solid jacket! Great all-round hard shell. Good weight to durability ratio. Fits a bit large. I'm generally large or extra large in Arc'teryx and for this one at 6'2" about 220 I'm a large with space for light layering.

Diese Jacke trage ich beim wandern, walken, spazierengehen und beim golfen... immer dann wenn es windig ist oder/und regnet. Sie ist superleicht und bequem.

I love this jacket. My only problem is when I use this with a hooded mid-layer then the collar would be a problem. Should have bought the beta LT.

I've been really happy with my purchase. The jacket is perfect for the warm, wet outdoors and in winter with a fleece or other clothing underneath it will also excel even more. The performance is perfect and more importantly the build quality which is what broght me to the purchase. The only downside is that you need or want the same level of performance on the legs in the harsh environment. Given how long this will last and perform it's well worth the money. Built to last

I have a jacket collection....yes, closets of jackets. If I had to keep only one, this is the one. It is really the perfect blend of weight and features - what you need, not more. You can add a light vest or down shirt underneath for greater warmth, leave on its own for summer rains. This is the jacket that goes everywhere with me on travels around the world, looks new after 7 or 8 years of regular use. I highly recommend.

Worked excellent on our Winter Summit to Mount Washington N.H.

I've been really happy with my purchase. The jacket is perfect for the warm, wet outdoors and in winter with a fleece or other clothing underneath it will also excel even more. The performance is perfect and more importantly the build quality which is what broght me to the purchase. The only downside is that you need or want the same level of performance on the legs in the harsh environment. Given how long this will last and perform it's well worth the money. Built to last

I bought this jacket for my husband last year. He absolutely lives it. In addition to being a great fit and loving the color, he wears it 3 seasons of the year. He wears it on its own in spring and fall and on warmer winter days and in addition to an insulated layer on colder days. It has been his go to jacket for hiking, snowshoeing and our kids mountain and cyclocross bike races. I'm going to invest in one for myself and my two kids this fall!

I have had this jacket for 3 years now, yet it still looks brand new, despite being past 4500 metres twice, in hot 30 degree weather, in cold -20 degree weather and blustering winds. The vents are inspired. A way to wear this even when the weather is warm.

I'd like to start off by saying that the build quality of this jacket is absolutely fantastic. You can tell when a company goes the extra mile to polish off little areas that others probably wouldn't. It's one of those items that even though you've invested a large amount of money in you know you don't have to worry about damaging it when out facing the elements. Therefore you end up with stellar protection coupled with the confidence required to take on tricky situations. Perfect. When wearing this jacket my range of movement never feels hindered however it never feels like there is any excess material getting in the way either. It is incredibly easy to pack down and weighs next to nothing. The waterproofing is absolutely excellent and so is the breathability. The ability to vent in the underarm area and adjust the hood to accept a helmet (whilst still being extremely effective without a helmet) makes this quite a versatile outer layer. On top of this it looks smart and wouldn't look out of place worn to the pub after a long day in the mountains. 10/10