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Beta AR Jacket

arcteryx

Beta AR Jacket

arcteryx

Price£600
Colors (6)
Tatsu / Olive MossBlack SapphireNightscape / GlacialGlacialArctic Silk / SolitudeBlack
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Reviews (2)

outdoor gear labApr 16, 2024
80/100

Summary

The Beta AR is a burly, all-around hardshell built for wet, windy mountain conditions, delivering excellent weather protection and solid mobility. It features Gore-Tex Pro fabric, a helmet-compatible hood, and harness-accessible pockets, making it a versatile workhorse for climbing and mountaineering, though it comes with a boxy fit and lacks a two-way front zipper.

Pros

  • +Great range of motion
  • +Excellent weather protection and durability
  • +Pockets accessible while wearing a harness and helmet-compatible hood
  • +Lightweight for the durability

Cons

  • -Shorter torso length
  • -Boxy fit with extra material
  • -No two-way front zipper
  • -Underarm vents can be fiddly with gloves

Activity Scores

hiking
80
climbing
85
mountaineering
85

Feature Scores

value
60
warmth
50
comfort
80
breathable
70
durability
85
waterproof
92
lightweight
78
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outdoor gear labJan 12, 2024
72/100

Summary

The Arc'teryx Beta AR is a durable Gore-Tex Pro hardshell offering excellent weather protection and a standout collar, but its bulky, baggy fit and high price limit its appeal for some users. It's best suited for backcountry use and daily wear for larger frames, while less ideal for technical climbing or aggressive skiing due to mobility and breathability.

Pros

  • +Durable
  • +Great weather protection
  • +Excellent features
  • +Awesome storm collar

Cons

  • -A bit large and bulky
  • -Baggy fit
  • -Expensive

Activity Scores

hiking
75
skiing
70
travel
60
climbing
50
backpacking
85
mountaineering
70
casual lifestyle
65

Feature Scores

value
50
warmth
60
comfort
95
breathable
40
durability
90
waterproof
95
lightweight
60
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