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| Men's Clothing > Jackets & Vests | Rated: 
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Not too heavy, nor too light, the Arc'teryx Men's Beta AR Jacket is your all-around solution for backcountry protection. Although it's cut a little shorter than some other models in the mountaineering-oriented Arc'teryx Ascent series, a drop back hem offers adequate coverage during active use. For the ultimate combination of strength, breathability, and waterproof protection, Arc'teryx chose GORE-TEX® 3-layer Pro fabrics for the Beta AR, using an extra-durable version in the shoulders and elbows, places that are likely to receive extra wear and tear. The permanently attached drop hood is helmet compatible and fully adjustable, and a laminated hem drawcord seals out bone-chilling spindrift. The Arc'tryx Beta AR Jacket for men also features WaterTight, laminated front, pit, and hand pocket zips, a technology that eliminates the need for bulky zipper flaps. This, along with micro seam allowances and the use of narrow seam tape noticeably reduces garment weight and improves suppleness.
Driven by innovation, ARC'TERYX was founded to build better gear. They didn’t just focus on incremental advancements, but on radically improving the status quo. They began with climbing harnesses and then proceeded to tackle packs and apparel with the same single-minded obsession for creating the lightest, best performing, and highest quality products available. To realize their vision they’ve created groundbreaking new construction technology, developed paradigm-shifting designs and harnessed major fabric technology developments.
Durable, waterproof hardshell jacket designed for use in an alpine environment. The Beta AR is a hearty, all-business GORE-TEX® Pro Shell that streamlines options without sacrificing performance and durability. Built tough for the alpine environment, this jacket has reinforced shoulders and elbows and a helmet compatible Drop Hood.
Built tough for harsh environments, the ARCTERYX Beta AR Jacket is all business with reinforced GORE-TEX PRO SHELL waterproof and breathable fabric along with streamlined options. Alpine-smart features such as molded zipper garages that keep water out and a drop-back hem ensure you'll stay comfortable in any weather. Specifications based on size Large.
The Arc'teryx Beta AR Jacket is the do-everything shell, when you want one jacket to cover multiple bases the Beta AR is the choice for you. If your adventures take you out in the snow, into the mountains or in inhospitable weather the Beta AR's Gore-Tex ® Pro fabric with a hearty nylon face fabric will insure you will not only be dry but that the Beta AR Jacket will last season after season. Built tough for the alpine environment, this jacket has all the features you want; reinforced shoulders and elbows, pockets and a helmet compatible, stowable hood with nothing extra to hold you back.
Arc'Teryx Beta AR is a hardy, all-business Gore-Tex® Pro shell that streamlines options without sacrificing perfromance and durability.
The Arc’Teryx Beta AR jacket for men is a hearty, all-business GORE-TEX Pro Shell that streamlines options without sacrificing performance and durability. Built tough for the alpine environment, this jacket has reinforced shoulders and elbows, and a helmet compatible Drop Hood.
Arc'teryx created the Men's Beta AR Jacket for mountaineers and skiers who want the performance of Gore-Tex Pro and top-notch durability without a laundry list of un-needed features. The Beta AR Jacket includes polyester-reinforcements on high-abrasion areas like the shoulders and elbows to increase its lifespan. Underarm zips help you stay cool when the going gets tough, and WaterTight zippers combine with the waterproof breathable material to provide moisture protection when the weather turns nasty. What this Arc'teryx jacket doesn't have is a million pockets, a heavy zip-in liner, fancy electronics pockets, or any other weight-adding bells and whistles you don't want.
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The Arc'teryx Beta AR is a durable, waterproof hardshell jacket designed for use in an alpine environment. The Beta AR is a hearty, all-business GORE-TEX Pro Shell that streamlines options without sacrificing performance and durability. Built tough for the alpine environment, this jacket has reinforced shoulders and elbows and a helmet compatible Drop Hood.
Arc'teryx Beta AR Jacket: The Arc’teryx Beta AR is a hearty, all-business Gore-Tex Pro Shell that streamlines options without sacrificing performance and durability. Built tough for the alpine environment, the Arc’teryx Beta AR has reinforced shoulders and elbows and a helmet compatible Drop Hood making you unstoppable.
The Beta AR is a hearty, all-business GORE-TEX Pro Shell that streamlines options without sacrificing performance and durability. Built tough for the alpine environment, this jacket has reinforced shoulders and elbows and a helmet compatible Drop Hood.
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| Average weight: | 17.5 ounces |
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| Back length: | 29.2 inches |
| Breathable Rating: | Guaranteed |
| Core Venting: | Underarm zips |
| Fabric: | 380-denier ripstop nylon |
| Gender: | Men's |
| Hood: | Yes |
| Lining: | Nylon |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Material: | Gore-Tex Pro |
| Pockets: | 2 Hand, 1 internal |
| Powder Skirt: | No |
| Recommended Use: | Mountaineering, alpine climbing, backcountry skiing |
| Seam Taped: | Yes |
| Secondary fabric: | 480-denier nylon |
| Shell fabric: | Nylon |
| Waterproof Rating: | Guaranteed |
| Waterproofing: | Gore-Tex Pro Shell laminate |
| Weight: | 17.4oz (492g) |
| Zip-in Compatibility: | No |
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 | Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant | $348.95 - $350.00 |
 | Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant - Short | $349.00 - $350.00 |
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 | Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant - Tall | $349.00 - $350.00 |
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 | Arc'teryx Beta AR Jacket - Women's | $238.95 - $425.00 |
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Very Impressed and Pleased | |
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I was a bit hesitant to order this jacket based on some of the reviews about the length of the jacket 'and bagginess' around the shoulders, but it turned out to be a non-issue for me. I own several Arc'teryx jackets (Fission AR and SV, Alpha LT) and I have to say this is truly and all around (AR) jacket. It is definitely shorter than the Alpha, it sits exactly below my belt, and the rear drop back covers 3/4 of my rear end. I can see that if you have a longer torso, this jacket would just be too short. If I wear a slightly longer fleece, the front edge will peek underneath the jacket around the belt. The extra room around the shoulder area is great for me. For whatever reason the other jackets like the Theta AR always seem to rub against my armpits and this is just uncomfortable. I do not have this problem with my Beta AR, and I can put a fleece underneath with comfort. The other feature I like is the collar, you can zip it all the way up and it protects your neck from the elements. I think this is an important distinction with the Alpha line. The Alpha design probably assumes that you will have the hood up most of the time. Don't get me wrong, the Alpha LT is probably my favorite jacket for the outdoors, the fabric is super tough and more flexible, and is a little longer overall front and back. The only thing is that the Alpha leaves your neck more exposed if the hood is down. The fabric looks bombproof and the cut is trim. I actually love this about Arc'teryx in general, but this jacket is particularly nice fitting. I am 5'10" and 169 lb, athletic build and I just love how this M size fits me. The hood is very well designed as well, you can custom fit it to perfection with all of the adjustments possible. The Beta AR is significantly nicer that the Beta SL. It is not only a bit longer (about 3/4" longer, and it may not seem like much but it makes a difference), has pit zips, and the Gore-Tex PRO breathes significantly better than the thinner GoreTex Pac-Lite. | |
| elejaces at Backcountry.com on 05/05/2009 | |
Love this jacket! | |
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The best jacket I have ever owned! I have had this jacket for about a year now and have used it for everything from backcountry hiking to backcountry skiing. It works great in all situations. I am only 5'7 and this jacket fits me just perfectly. Nice and slim cut. I love the fact that the shorter cut does not interfere with my pack or leave all kinds of excess material bunched up. It's nice and light with a minimal design. No unnecessary frills. The hood is really well thought out with a miriad of adjustable pulls on it to cinch it any way you need. The bottom closes up nice and snug. The fabric is very durable. I have put it through all kinds of abuse hiking, skiing, and climbing and it still looks and performs great. It breathes extremely well in the hot and humid...yet still keeps you really warm with just a simple base and mid underneath. This jacket is completely waterproof. I have hiked all day in a serious downpour, skiied in deep powder, canoed in blowing rain, etc...only to find myself dry as a bone underneath. The jacket has great style too! I get all kinds of compliments on it when I am just wearing it around town. I have the black version and it has a great understated yet tech forward look to it. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a light, minimal, durable, shorter cut and stylish jacket for go anywhere in any weather functionality. | |
| shawntcars100139328 at Backcountry.com on 08/06/2008 | |
One of the best jackets in the last century | |
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This is by far one of the best, if not the best jacket I have ever owned. It is bomber proof, is packable enough to carry with me in a small pack and does it all. From rain storms riding on a motorcycle at 100 mph to the worst bllizzards on planet earth. I stay dry, the jacket is like a john deere tractor in that it never breaks down. Arcteryx know this stuff and since I bought this jacket I have upgraded all of my gear to this brand. their pants are bomber as well and have put up with some of the worst treatment ever just as has my AR . | |
| choppersrc579635 at Backcountry.com on 10/18/2009 | |
Bomb-Proof and Worth the Coin | |
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I bought this jacket about 2 months ago. I have now used it numerous times for early season skiing and other high-country adventures. In short, it is totally bomb-proof and worth the money. It is my first Arc'teryx product and I am totally satisfied. The fit is very athletic (I am 6 feet / 185 pounds and got the large), although some may find it too short in front for their taste (but I like the cut as it allows for excellent range of motion). The jacket is also roomy enough for plenty of layers beneath, and the pit zips actually work extremely well for high output heat dumping (thanks to the superior design and construction). The Gore-Tex Pro material is also amazing -- repels water like I have never seen and melts snow on contact. I purchased the "Jalapeno" green color (now discontinued), and the jacket truly proves that "less is more" (no unecessary bells and whistles). Serious props Arc'teryx. Much appreesh your product and committment to quality. | |
| Dave at Backcountry.com | |
Produit de grande qualité | |
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| J'ai acheté cette veste car l'ont m'avait dit que du bien de cette marque et effevtivement c'est vraiment du trés haut de gamme. La qualité de finition est exemplaire ,aucun défauts mais vraiment aucun !La veste est pleine de petites astuces tel que les renforts au niveau de la capuche permettant a celle ci de rester rigide meme sous des trompes d'eau .Les tissus sont de trés bonne qualité à l'instart des zippettes.Le XCR remplit trés bien sa tache et nous garde au sec quelque soit l'activité. Deplus la veste est trés sobre ce qui est vraiment un plus par rapport aux autres marques qui nous transforme souvent en panneau publicitaire. Pour ce qui est d'Altrec ils ont été trés rapide ,commande passée samedi ,posté le mardi alors que je suis europeen ! Bref si vous avez les moyens et l'utilité d'un tel produit n'hésitez pas c'est un vrai bonheur. | |
| sizun antoine at Altrec on 05/23/2005 | |
"To Stay Dry- Buy This Jacket!" | |
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| The Gore-Tex Pro Shell mixed with Arc'teryx's construction make this shell bombproof, not to mention it'll keep you dry in the worst down poor you can imagine. Not too thick to cause over heating when you get a rain in warm temperatures (pit zips are great). If you are looking for a shell, you can't go wrong with any of the Gore-Tex Pro models, but some fit dif. so if you can try one on, do it. Some are longer cut and some shorter. The Med. Beta AR fits me well in length and I'm 5'9", it's snug on my 185 lb. frame, but that's how I like it, because I use my Stingray in any situation I'll need an insulation layer. The medium should be good for anyone 5'6"-5'9" that weighs 155 lbs. to 180 lbs. | |
| Andrew at Moosejaw on 09/17/2008 | |
Right on Man | |
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This jacket is great. There is plenty of neck room so when you zip it up you aren't choking when you lift the hood up, unlike my Marmot oracle. The Gore-tex Pro is super breathable. Zippers are tough and general design principles seem to be really well thought through. For instance when you draw the hood closed the straps aren't flying out in your face, they pull nicely through gussets that keep them clean. Really nice jacket, well worth the price. One thing is that it only comes about an inch below the top of your hip bone but the cinch cord shuts it down so air cant get up in there. I look forward to testing it out with a New Hampshire winter! | |
| J-Wamp at Backcountry.com on 10/10/2007 | |
Bomber lightweight short length Shell | |
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| This is a great shell I primarily use for winter climbing and mountaineering. I love its short length (which may make it feel small if you are looking for a longer type jacket like the alpha or the theta) which provides the amount of coverage I need but allows complete flexibility in movement and no extra weight and bulk. I'm a 160lb male, 5' 10" and fit a small well with room for a gamma underneath. I still have room for a down jacket as well. I have the winter 2007 version which is not the pro-shell but was made in canada. The new pro-shells are made in china which I feel is the only negative. | |
| Alpine Dave at REI on 10/07/2007 | |
"Two Thumbs Up!!!!" | |
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| When I got the Moosejaw box in the mail, I thought they forgot to put the jacket inside, but they didn't. The jacket is so light, in a good way. I was a little skeptical at first until I walked outside and watched the snow repel right off the sleeves. I also couldn't believe how the Beta AR kept the wind off my torso. Awesome Jacket! Hands down! Be sure to research the different types of Gore Tex jackets because this is a lighter one that you will have to wear an extra layer of warmth under in the winter. This isn't my first Arteryx product and surely won't be my last!! Thanks Moosejaw! | |
| Justin at Moosejaw on 12/12/2008 | |
Better than advertised | |
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I have owned this jacket for over a year and it has treated me very well. It is a technical shell, thus being shorter that others due to the fact that if you are backpacking, hiking, climbing, ice climbing, ect. and are wearing a type of harness or belted backpack it performs well without interfering and getting in the way. It is weather proof, Chicago rain/snow/winds to Colorado skiing and hiking, its lightweight and easy to maintain(keep clean). I would highly recommend this jacket. They back their products 100% and I will never purchase another brand of technical outerwear. Throw this shell over a soft shell with and you are good to go! | |
| schuler.ca1604985 at Backcountry.com on 11/18/2008 | |
Too short and baggy | |
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I really tried to like this jacket but no. I'm 5'11" and size medium was perfect for me (sleeves, shoulders and chest were not too long, too loose or too tight, these were perfect). But jacket is just cut too short from the front. This is the reason I'm selling this and getting something else... haven't decided yet. | |
| Matt at Backcountry.com on 01/29/2009 | |
Not as good as advertised | |
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I just bought this jacket and it was a bit of a disappointment. My main complaint was the length. Like others have said, it is just too short in the front. Its so short that its hits above my belt line and if you wore a fleece underneath it will hang out. Another complaint for me is that the arms were a little too baggy and long. Maybe I should go down in size, I dont know, but I where a medium in every jacket I own and while this one fits in the chest, its too large in the arms and as previously mentioned, too short in the front. Besides that, it does have good construction and seems tough. | |
| jro2531900 at Backcountry.com on 11/07/2008 | |
Nice but better alternatives | |
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| Why did I choose this? - I needed something light,breathable and waterproof. My wading jacket is not always appropriate for street use.This coat does a good job of protecting you from the elements. Since it is Gore-Tex it breathes well. What I am not happy about is it's construction. This is my second pair. My first had seam problems. The seams were not welded well and it started to peel after a month of use. I hope the first one was a fluke and this one will be better built.My opinion:For those of you who want a breathable jacket that excels in wet condition, look at the Patagonia Rain shadow [$] for a cheaper alternative. It is on par with this one. If I had to do it again, I would go back to the Patagonia. | |
| Duckfart at REI on 09/28/2007 | |
Great Jacket.....But | |
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| This is a great jacket that is very confortable and light weight. I live in a very cold climite in the winter (-25) It would be nice if it was a bit heavier and a little bit longer in the front, it is much smaller in the front than the back of the jacket. It will be a geat early spring and fall jacket, I don't think there is a better jacket out there for that time of year. | |
| Anonymous at Altrec on 02/06/2005 | |
Baggy and short | |
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I took a medium which is what I usually wear for jacket. Also, I too find it to be baggy, especially around the arms. I also feel it's short and the hood is very large. | |
| bproulx052345528 at Backcountry.com on 02/04/2009 | |
A little too short | |
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I think the material is great but I have to say it is too short. The front comes just above your belt. Probably the perfect cycling jacket but for style and skiing... too short. | |
| Anonymous at Backcountry.com on 11/16/2007 | |
