Arc'teryx Men's Beta SL Jacket

These go on sale everywhere got mine for 140$ just cant beat it.
super light , well thats whats SL is , water proof and breathable. Got it to use in 4 seasons for rain water protection im 6 150lb but i got small because it was onsale i tried it and it fit alright but a bit short something i can deal with. used it couple times on hikes low mid 30s only drawback if u hide ur hands from wind with no gloves pockets get very cold inside.. i know they are made for ventilation . i dont use helments and hood still isnt as big as on my beta ar so with few adjustments it fits perfectly , so i think its best deal for 4season hard shell . I would prob go with medium but in small i still can fit 1 midlayer under it very easy but two layers already picks it up but still doable.

Here is a jacket that weighs next to nothing and lets you laugh at the rain. Made out of Gore-tex paclite material, it sheds rain with ease and still breathes pretty well. The sleeves are plenty long enough and the hood is easily adjustable. It is not large enough to wear over a helmet, but I don't expect to wear such a light coat if I need my ski helmet on. The pockets are placed lower on the jacket so it is easy rest you hands in them. This jacket is my around town rain jacket and my just in case it rains jacket because it is so easy to throw in the pack. I hardly know I am wearing a jacket it is so light. This is the perfect jacket for hikes spring to fall time. I belong to a group that gets to test clothing and this is one of the favorite items I have tested so far.

As a member of Gore MountainTechs, I have the opportunity to field test GORE-TEX gear in some of the harshest conditions. This jacket is my go to jacket for backpacking. Very lightweight and packabe, yet still very waterproof. Zippers are not as hefty as I'd like, but help shave ounces so I guess it's worth it. No pit zips, which is a huge downfall for me, but not a show stopper as it's still quite breathable. The length is good for sleeves and torso, but it's pretty bulky in the torso (I'm 6', 185 lbs, and have this jacket in large.) The bulk does help when layering with down underneath, so I wear this jacket in all conditions. But as a shell, just a bit large in the torso for my liking. Overall, would still highly recommend this jacket, but you may want to consider stepping one size down if you're slim and don't need the length.

I love this jacket! It was a gift form my sister and I can't thank her enough. I couldn't buy one on my own, so I now understand.... you get what you pay for. Even though this jacket is short on ton of features, it's very well thought out. The fit is great, for reference, I'm 5'9" and 185lbs with medium wide shoulders. I have a large and the atheltic fit is great, the arms are a bit long, but I don't notice, but someone taller with longer arms will still like this jacket. The zippers work well and I like the longer pockets, they work well if you have a pack on. Obviously very woterproof, it's Goretex. suprisingly it breaths pretty well to, no clammy damp feeling after a hike and due to it's light weight construction, it's very comfortable to wear in general. If you can afford one, get one.

I am a Gore MountainTech and I test products for W.L. Gore. I have tested numerous styles and brands and can say that this is definitely my go-to jacket from spring to fall. What I love about it is that it is extremely light-weight and extremely comfortable. It almost feels as though I am not wearing a jacket at all. Although it was clearly designed for expeditions where minimizing weight and bulk are essential, this jacket gets a lot of casual use from me as well. Construction is high quality, which is expected coming from Arc'teryx. Hood is appropriately sized and has a simple and effective rear cord for easy adjustment. I was initially concerned about ventilation, since there are no pit zips, but I am pleased with the breathability of the Gore-Tex PacLite fabric. No pit zips necessary. I am 6'5" tall and 195 pounds and the XL fits great.

Anyone who has experienced Arc'teryx products before knows that they are in a league of their own when it comes to quality. This jacket is no exception. I've used it on the Oregon coast, hiking Montana in the spring, and climbing in the Utah Wasatch. I can't find a single complaint with the performance or style of this jacket. A lot of people casually throw around the term "favorite" on reviews, but I sincerely mean it when I say that this is my favorite jacket! The taped seams and gore-tex keep you dry, but it also breathes like no other jacket I've had! Well done, Arc'teryx. Well done.

Full disclosure, I test and review products as a GORE-TEX MountainTech. This is my favorite lightweight rain shell for extended trips in the backcountry and for fast and light climbs in the mountains. The beauty of this jacket is that it weighs next to nothing and compacts so small, I can forget about it in the bottom of my pack (until the rain starts falling!) The long hem and cinch cord on bottom fit well with my harness and help keep things dry. The sleeves and shoulders offer good range of movement. The hood is pretty good, but is a little small for my helmet (BD Half Dome).

This is my first Arcteryx jacket and I gotta say I might be fully converted. Just from picking it up and putting it o you can tell its made with excellent craftsmanship and materials. Being from Oregon I know how being in the rain every day for 4 months feels. Its great to have a go to rain jacket that can also be used for so much more> I have used it for hiking, fishing, and even duck hunting(threw a camo shirt over the top of it and I stayed dry all day long.) I like the storm hood and its versatility. Great overall jacket.