Arc'teryx  Beta AR Jacket - Women's

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With durable GORE-TEX® Pro storm protection and a light weight, streamlined design, the women's Arc'teryx Beta AR jacket is built for backcountry minimalists.

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Features

  • Highly breathable, windproof and waterproof 3-layer GORE-TEX Pro with N40p-X face fabric used in the main body keeps jacket light and supple; fully taped seams
  • Hardwearing N80p-X 3-layer GORE-TEX; Pro reinforces high-wear shoulder and elbow areas
  • Helmet-compatible DropHood™ with a laminated brim and 1-hand adjustable drawcords offers extra protection when conditions go south
  • Internal zippered security pocket
  • #5 highly water-resistant Vislon center-front zipper; RS™ zipper sliders on hand pockets
  • Highly water-resistant pit zippers allow ventilation
  • Adjustable hem drawcords seal out cold

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Downhill Skiing

Mountaineering

Backcountry Skiing

Fabric

Body: 40-denier (N40p-X) 3L GORE-TEX Pro; reinforcements: 80-denier (N80p-X) 3L GORE-TEX Pro

Windproof

Yes

Waterproof

Yes

Type of Waterproofing

3-layer GORE-TEX Pro waterproof breathable laminate

Hood

Yes

Ventilation

Pit Zips

Back Length

Hip-length

Back Length (in.)

27 inches

Gender

Women's

Weight

13.2 ounces

Size Chart

Arc'teryx Clothing - Women's
XXSXSSMLXLXXLXS ShortS ShortM ShortL ShortXS TallS TallM TallL TallXL Tall00024681012141600 Short0 Short2 Short4 Short6 Short8 Short10 Short12 Short14 Short2 Tall4 Tall6 Tall8 Tall10 Tall12 Tall14 Tall16 Tall
Numerical Size000-24-68-1012-1416-18000-24-68-100-24-68-1012-1416-180002468101214160002468101214246810121416
Chest30323436394347
Sleeve Length28.529.530.531.53232.533.5
Waist23.525.527.529.532.536.540.52728.530.5342728.530.53438242526.527.528.53031333537242526.627.528.53031333526.627.528.53031333537
Hip3335373942465036384043.536384043.54733.534.536373839.540.542.544.546.533.534.536373839.540.542.544.536373839.540.542.544.546.5
Inseam30.531313131.5323228.5292929.533.5343434.53530.530.530.531313131.531.531.5322929292929292929293434343434343434

Sizing Notes

Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.

Reviews
109 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars

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Product Rating

86 out of 99 (87%) reviewers recommend this product

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Carol
Utah, Usa
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Was great / failing miserably now

7 years ago

Need help! In New Zealand for a month with 10yr old Beta AR now falling apart at bottom with next 3 wks to go being more challenging.. Able to buy duct tape today and place around bottom edge to keep drawcord in place. Brought this instead of hybrid light. Please email me if you receive this- have pictures. Bought at Salt Lake City REI autumn 2007. Wore this all over while living in Alaska.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Anine
The Netherlands
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Waterproof!

4 years ago

There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. I love to walk outside, being outdoors, being in nature. The beta AR really lives up to the expectation, there's no excuse to not go outside. It keeps me dry, when I wear a down jacket underneath it, it is comfortable, durable, it is a great jacket. Highly recommended!

Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on arcteryx.com
Gone joy
Toronto
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Best gear for outdoor activities

2 years ago

I bought the jacket 5 years ago, the Jacket accompanied with me to several times of outdoors atctivies. No matter windy,snowy or rainy day, it can help you overcame both of them and support me to reaching my full potential. I highly recommend the Jacket for you.

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Jmt22
Mammoth lakes, CA
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

No pocket for modern cell phones.

7 years ago

Debating keeping this jacket. I like everything, but the fact that the Internal pocket is not big enough for and iPhone 6 or s8+. That only leaves hand pockets for cell phone, or pants pockets which is too awkward for climbing or skiing. No reason they couldn't have made the pocket entrance bigger. If I hold my phone up to the pocket it looks like it would fit, but as the zipper is only 3/4 of the way across in the middle there is no way to get it in. I'm worried the other models of the jackets would be the same.

Body Type:Curvy
No, I do not recommend this product
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Halirene
Surrey, BC
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Love this jacket

7 years ago

Love this jacket! True to it's name, its an all-round great piece. From hiking to snowboarding to general day use this jacket is perfect for them all. Nice length, great hood, and of course super waterproof! I bought an xl so its roomy enough for layers but it's not too baggy to be worn on its own. Best of all, doesn't feel like a sticky garbage bag when you get your sweat on : )

Body Type:Curvy
Yes , I recommend this product
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Asse
Denmark
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Great Jacket - But..

3 years ago

Best jacket I ever had - loved the fit and functionality for biking and the annual skiing trip. Really sad it only lasts 2-3 years as the layers are now peeling and waterproofness is gone. I expected more from Arcteryx making the most expensive jackets in the business. Great functionality but not made to last - even just with mild use.

No, I do not recommend this product
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Response from arcteryx.com
CS
3 years ago

Hi Asse, Thank you for reaching out to Arc'teryx with your feedback on the Beta Ar Jacket. We're sorry to hear about the materials/durability issues you have encountered with your Beta AR Jacket. Your comments are appreciated and crucial to ensuring we are designing equipment that meets the needs and expectations of our wearers, and we will be sure to pass your comments along to our design team. For the issue you are experiencing, be sure to fill out a Product Service Request Form to see where our Product Service Team can help further: https://arcteryx.com/ca/en/help/product-service/service-request/ Thanks for reaching out, and if you have any other questions be sure to give our Customer Service Line a call or fill out a Contact Us Form. All the best

Jess
Vancouver Island, BC
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Favourite jacket

4 years ago

I've taken this jacket out in some horrible conditions and it always keeps me dry. It also breathes well enough to travel uphill. My only problem is that I notice that it stains easily. I have marks from sunscreen around the collar and other scuffs from use that will not come off.

Body Type:Petite
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Nurse K
Greensboro, NC
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Stylish and keeps you VERY dry

5 years ago

I initially purchased this in a size medium and chose the black sapphire as my color. As luck would have it I found myself swimming in this jacket so I exchanged it for a small in the Whiskey Jack. I wasn’t sure about the color at first but now I’m loving how it goes with almost every color. I wore it in an all day downpour and stayed completely dry. Being able to adjust the hood is a real bonus. The Beta AR is a regular fit so it does NOT run small. I had ordered the medium thinking most Arc’teryx run small but this is not the case with this style. I’m 5’3” and weigh 117lbs. There is room for a down coat underneath without the slightest restriction to moving my arms. While doing a little last minute shopping at REI, while wearing my jacket, I found that the Atom LT in the dimma color actually matches the Whiskey Jack extremely well. Now I’m waiting on that little treat to arrive in the mail. I love the high collar in the Beta AR. This is an amazing replacement for my 16 year old North Face shell.

Yes , I recommend this product

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TaradV
British Columbia
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Best coat ever purchased!

3 years ago

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Bought this jacket in preparation for our hiking of the O Circuit of the Torres del Paine in Patagonia and used it on a recent hike in BC .. it poured rain the entire hike up and I stayed DRY!

Yes , I recommend this product
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Denise
Whistler, BC V0N, Canada
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great shell

9 years ago

This is a great shell and I love the vibrant colours it comes in. I personally found this shell quite short in the body. If I raise my arms, it will show my torso, and only just covers my bum. I went to size up but it was just too large. I think if Arc'teryx added a bit more length to the jacket, this would be the ultimate shell for women. The only other thing I found is that there seems to be a lot of room around the top of the sleeve that is really baggy on me even when I've layered. A little more trim there would be ideal but then again, that's just me! All-in-all a great shell, I love mine, I just wish it was a little bit longer.

Yes , I recommend this product
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