Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Beta AR Pants

I recently used these trousers on a mountain climbing expedition. For three days I struggled keeping these trousers up. They kept falling down, well past my waist, exposing the my skin to the elements. For the price I paid, I'd expect this pair of trousers to stay up.

Just bought these trousers and feels hard wearing - first impressions is that its a good design overall. However, when I tried them on they were a terrible fit. I got these in the 'SS' (Short/ Small) and the inseams are long. The short inseam is 30.5 inches which is long for a 'short'!! Petite leg lengths are usually 28 inches so this is not 'short' unless you are 5'4" and taller. Also, my waist is 27 inches so I wasn't able to order XS in Short as the only size for Short is Small, which means the hips are far too big for me. I am 5'2" and have tried these trousers with various boots/ shoes for walking and hiking... and they sit too long, buckling and gathering around the ankles. For the price of these trousers I would prefer a nice fit, not sitting wide around my hips and gathering around my ankles. Please can someone in Arcteryx come up with a better design for the small and petite climbers/ hikers out there.

Just rode my bike in pouring rain and 39 degrees which is great for testing waterproofing since you don't sweat when it's that cold. The pants I was wearing underneath were quite wet, mainly at the knees, which indicates that the membrane failed to keep the water out. I've had these for one season, so they should still be good. My jacket which is gore-tex pro from another brand stayed completely dry. I'm very disappointed as everything else about these is great.

I ordered these in small (I'm 5'4 " , 125 lbs) two seasons ago and have field used them for two years- 2 week canoe trips w hiking in Canadian arctic, sea kayaking in Greenland, general everyday use, hiking and paddling in S Ontario. They replaced an old pair (MEC) of goretex pants that had seen their day. I must say this is the first piece or Arcteryx gear that has been a fail for me- I own and use a bunch of your wonderful (but pricey) gear. Gamma pants, gamma lt jacket, Fortez hoody, Theta Goretex jacket, Covert fleece- all have been bombproof in all conditions, and wear wonderfully. BUT, the pant length is a real problem - these as they have full zip.(can't be shortened) I'm 5 '4" with inseam of 28.5" and the inseam length is 31.2", the extra are dragging on the ground getting dirty and worn, and creating a tripping and snagging hazard. I am frustrated as they are great trip pants, but only if you are 5'6 or 7 or taller. I find I'm avoiding putting them on during trip unless severe weather makes it unavoidable. With upper body items the sleeve length isn't as crucial as you can compensate by cinching down the velcro closure at the wrist. That isn't an option for these pants. I cinched them up with the elastic drawstring- creates a large balloon effect at the ankle that is a tripping/snagging hazard. The pants are only 2 seasons old and now have damage. I'm frustrated, considering the cost, and the fact that they don't do what I purchased them for. Am now thinking of looking to another manufacturer who might put out a SHORT version of expedition rain goretex pants that will work. PLEASE, Arcteryx, offer this to outdoor women who are petite and keen on performance wear in the extreme weather. It MATTERS to those of us who enjoy wearing your great gear but can't get these great pants to fit or work.

Expected a better fit from these Arcteryx trousers. Quite a low waist band, not very practical for snow and ice sports like skiing or alpine climbing. Along with the fact the waterproof jackets tend to be too short for me at reasonably average height of 5ft 7 could leave a very drafty middle full of spindrift! Don't seem very well fitted either. Used to have some old north face summit pants that managed to be sleeker while still having total manoeuvrability in the same fabric. These seem a bit cumbersome.

Had the 2013 version so bought the revised 2016 cut. Theyve taken out so much of the thighs that you cant wear layers or bend over. I dont even think an XL would do it. For betas that should be roomy these are such a slim fit. If youve got thighs dont bother. Will be returning these :(

These pants no longer have a built in gator and are not suitable for backcountry skiing - WHY?? I have had 2 Pairs of Beta AR pants and have worn them each for approximately 500 days of skiing. These were the best ski pants on the market - they had excellent fit, durability, lightweight, good features, superb articulation etc. Why did you stop making them for skiing? The Sabre Pants are not the same thing - they are much heavier and have very poor articulation. Missing the old pants!!

Scratching my head with regards to Arcteryx' decisions lately.. Removed the full length side zippers, which makes it impossible to take the pant on/off while wearing crampons. They also removed the full length fly in front. The same exact problem with the alpha sv pant. Arc have also discontinued the beta sv and alpha ar pant. Please Arcteryx, enlighten us why you are making these decisions, except for saving production costs? You say that these changes is because of feedback from customers. I can't imagine anybody asked for these changes, and it seams like using this exact explanation is just a cover story for you wanting to save money. I have the last gen beta ar pant. This is definitely the last shell pant I'll buy from you, unless you bring back these critical features.

Alpine environments you will have crampons and boots on. You need 3/4 or full side zips to get these on over your boots and crampons. No point in buying this product without such a critical feature. These are completely unusable as a packable items and must be put on in the morning before a climb. Scratching my head at the decision to remove the zips....had to return them and buy from another brand .

I was glad to see that finally some women's pants are available in a 'Tall' version, however, I've always preferred pants that have the 3/4 side zips. They can be carried in the bottom of my pack and fished out when needed to put on over top of soft shell pants while wearing ski boots. Although the description said zippers to aid in getting them on, there is no way these will go on while wearing ski boots. Disappointed that the ones with 3/4 zippers are no longer available. Am returning them, despite the lovely long leg length.

It's so disappointing that the pants are never available in their short version. After browsing this site I place an order for the short version when it became available. But after two weeks of waiting the the customer support is telling me that they can't fulfill the order because it's out of stock. Please get more short. Not everyone in the world is 6ft.

Big mountains demand flexibility to don a hard-shell over boots and crampons. Unclear on who the target market is for this re-design. Seems like the Arc'teryx design team needs to get out on some mountains and figure out what clothing designs are needed.

I bought these pants a few years ago but first wore them during my summer holiday in July. This was in Swedish Lappland in the Scandinavian mountains and it was super rainy. After the first day I arrive at my tent and took out my passport from the pocket and it was completely soaked. When I returned from my trip I sent them in for repair, but after assessing my pants, Arc'teryx claimed "This is not covered under warranty as it is an accidental damage/wrong use or care of the pocket". As an avid Arc'teryx customer who also owns the Beta AR jacket, the Alpha SV jacket, and the Cerium LT jacket, I am wholly disappointed in the lack of support offered for a malfunctioning product. They are not standing behind their promise.

I bought these pants a few years ago but first wore them during my summer holiday in July. This was in Swedish Lappland in the Scandinavian mountains and it was super rainy. After the first day I arrive at my tent and took out my passport from the pocket and it was completely soaked. When I returned from my trip I sent them in for repair, but after assessing my pants, Arc'teryx claimed "This is not covered under warranty as it is an accidental damage/wrong use or care of the pocket". As an avid Arc'teryx customer who also owns the Beta AR jacket, the Alpha SV jacket, and the Cerium LT jacket, I am wholly disappointed in the lack of support offered for a malfunctioning product. They are not standing behind their promise.

No heavy use. Pants leak badly, left leg soaked, right leg several wet patches. Yes, all zips are closed. I purchased these together with a Beta LT jacket which also leaks badly. had jacket repaired but still leaks badly. very disappointing...

I bought these pants last summer because I read lots of positive reviews for this product. I really haven't used them very much, and only 3-4 times i heavy rain. I used them today walking to work and the water went straight through them. It looked like I had wet myself. This was really disappointing. After all, this is a very expensive pair of pants, and I really expected more from Arcteryx. I have other Arcteryx products, and I am very happy with those, but these pants were way below my expectations. Sad, but true.