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Arc’teryx designed the Beta AR Jacket as a backcountry workhorse for alpinists who like to take a beating from the elements without sacrificing performance. This jacket features Gore-Tex three-layer construction and fully taped seams to slough rainfall while you huck yourself up the face of a 14ner. Reinforced hard-wear areas mean your Beta will handle pack straps and ice encounters season after season.

  • Micro seam allowance (1.6mm) cuts back on bulk so you don’t have to worry about extra pack space or weight
  • One-hand adjustable drawcords and articulated elbows ensure a custom fit for maximum comfort and performance
  • Laminated underarm zips allow you to cool off if you’re overheating on a bid for the crux
  • No-lift gusseted underarms mean you can fully extend your wingspan to reach for the next handhold (or the next beer) without disturbing the waistline
  • WaterTightVision front zip further seals out moisture and precip during bad-weather excursions

Bottom Line: An all-around necessity for alpine playgrounds.

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ooook i have the venta sv and welll like the jacket but hateee

ooook i have the venta sv and welll like the jacket but hateee the drop hood now i need a waterproof shell thats has deep pockets i have the alpha sv whichhhh i love but the pockets are useless soo what would u guys suggest i want the weatherproofness of the alpha but wth pockets

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April 11, 2012

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Have a look at the Theta SV. Storm hood, more traditional positioned pockets(like the Beta AR) that are super voluminous and a storm hood.

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April 13, 2012

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Hi I had a previous model (2009) Stingray jacket, and my only

Hi
I had a previous model (2009) Stingray jacket, and my only complaint was that I couldn't tighten the collar at all and having a thin neck, I had to wear thick neck gaiters to keep the cold air out. I notice drawstrings on the Beta AR photo...are these for the hood, or can you tighten up the collar on this jacket?
Thanks!

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March 18, 2012

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The drawstrings are for the hood, but with the hood down, you can tighten it around your neck to keep the cold out.

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March 18, 2012

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Vancouver, BC, Canada

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February 7, 2012

In case the xenophobes were wondering...

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March 27, 2012

hahahahahaha so true

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Rating for this product: 5

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March 14, 2012

This is the best all around shell made AR actually stands for "all around" beta has to do with the length. The hood is large enough for any helmet and adjusts perfectly if your not wearing one like me (bad) lol wear your helmet! But ya I've tried on so many shells lately I feel like a store mannequin. The only coat that came close was the HH Odin mountain but it cost alot more and didn't feel as solid as this and may have helmet fit issues. I found a blue one on sale :) they make these in Canada and china I compared both could not tell the difference. If you want the best all around light shell that can handle anything you throw at it this is it. Arcteryx, the finest maker of outdoor clothing.

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ok wha would be a better over all jacket 4 every day use this

ok wha would be a better over all jacket 4 every day use this one or the venta sv

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February 24, 2012

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If you insist on Arc'teryx, then the better everyday jacket would be the Venta. You'll get more use out of a softshell year round than you will the Beta, which is a waterproof rain jacket/ hardshell.

If you don't need to buy Arc'teryx, check out the Marmot ROM, similar jacket (same fabric) to the Venta, but a lot less expensive, and the best fitting jacket I've ever worn. Then you can use that extra $200 to go on a trip!

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February 24, 2012

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I just got my Beta AR delivered and ordered the Nightshade color.

I just got my Beta AR delivered and ordered the Nightshade color. On all the websites I viewed including the Arcteryx official page it looked to be a two shades of dark gray. The one I received definitely has a green hue to it. Not really what I was expecting at all. Are all the Nightshade jackets a green hue as well?

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February 18, 2012

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I just got the nightshade too(5 May) and it definitely has a slight greenish/bluish hue to it. It looks real sexy though, a real strange and unique color. At certain angles the jacket looks clearly grey but in sunlight the hue clearly stands out.
I even asked the rep I was chatting to confirm whether it was gray or had the greenish type hue, he said no, it's clearly gray.
I think it has to do with their indoor lighting. The jacket as it's own piece looks gray next to something black or "real" gray it def has the grn/bluish hue to it, and in sunlight also.
Mine came with the big sky color zipper pulls which I replaced with black ones which looks way better to me.
And for all you "Made In........" fanatics, mine is chinese.
I weigh 203lbs athletic, 44ish chest and the L fits me a smidgen loose but not overly so, the M would be too tight, t-shirt only.
Arcteryx has changed the sizing somehow, I remember a few years ago when I was salivating for this jacket, I needed an XL, now I'm an L in it. The same goes for a lot of the other stuff too. If you're an Arc' fanatic like me and have a bunch of their stuff, I would try and fit the clothing at a store before buying or look carefully at the reviews because stuff is different now.

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May 7, 2012

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I got the beta ar in nightshade as well and I agree. In indoor lighting the beta ar only looks like two colours of grey. However, when in outdoor natural lighting ie. sunny or even just overcast day light, the jacket definitely has a pine green/blue hue to it. I actually love that it does this though.

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April 27, 2012

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It is certainly not a green hue. are you sure its not the lighting your in? post a pic if you can

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February 20, 2012

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Rating for this product: 5

Great all a rounder

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March 8, 2012

This jacket is basic, but that's what makes it great. It's got tough as nails feeling materials and construction and a well thought out fit. It's a pretty short cut jacket all said and done, I could honestly us another inch in front and back length... The sleeves and chest fit perfectly. I'm 6'3" and 185 so take that for what it's worth. The drop hood is great, since unlike the storm hoods you can pull it on without unzipping the jacket.

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What size should I get I'm about 5'10" an weigh

What size should I get I'm about 5'10" an weigh 165 and I tried on a medium before and the bottom of the jacket stop at my waist and I'm just wondering is that how it's supposed to fit or should I get a bigger size?

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February 10, 2012

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Arc'teryx calls the Beta AR a hip-length jacket. I've tried multiple Arc'teryx jackets in that size and am 5'10" as well. They all came down around the belt-line of my jeans, which is right at my hips, and I have a long torso. I guess what I'm saying is, I have to ask you if you know where your waist is.

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February 10, 2012

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Cal, you might want to look at the Theta AR, it runs a little longer if you prefer it to go below your hip line.

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February 10, 2012

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Where is the jacket made? Made in Canada or someplace else?

Where is the jacket made?
Made in Canada or someplace else?

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January 2, 2012

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Made both in china and Canada I found both at my local gettin place.

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March 14, 2012

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My Beta AR says made in Canada, but may be last years model. Great jacket, the second Beta AR I have bought (last one in 2007). I wait until they go on sale.
I am 6'2' weigh 195 lbs with a long torso. XL fits me just fine, lots of room room for layering a thin Patagonia nano puff underneath.

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February 11, 2012

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I know last years model was made in Canada.

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February 10, 2012

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I just came back from their factory outlet store and there are many BETA AR Jacket with different sizes. It's made in "CANADA" not china.

There are some Alpha SL and those are made in China.

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January 27, 2012

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China.:/

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January 2, 2012

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McAllister Gulch

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February 18, 2012

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I'm a stocky guy. I'm 5' 8" and about 220lbs.

I'm a stocky guy. I'm 5' 8" and about 220lbs. I have big chest and shoulders. My Chest is approx. 46"

My questions are the following:

- Would the Beta AR be long enough to allow me to wear a climbing harness (I am rather short)? If at all possible I'd like to keep things as compact as possible which is why I'm looking at the Beta vs. the Theta.

- I'm looking at getting a XL due to my large upper body mass, but I'd like to be able to layer for cold temps w/ possibly a Patagonia Ultralight Down Jacket. Would the XL afford me "breathing room" to layer?

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December 28, 2011

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Yes to both questions. The Beta AR is cut to accomodate layer, so check the sizing chart up top. You may be able to go for a Lge which would fit you better in the sleeves and bottom hem. This will work great with a harness, which you can wear over top of the jacket so you have clear access to knots and belay devices as well as a clear view of your feet.

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December 29, 2011

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I am 6'2 and 205 lbs. I tried on a Large Theta AR and it

I am 6'2 and 205 lbs. I tried on a Large Theta AR and it was barely too long. Would the Beta AR Large be too short on the sleeves?

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November 25, 2011

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sleeve length is the same for both the Theta AR and Beta AR, it's the hem length that is different (Theta AR is about 2"longer) Are the sleeves still too long when you put your hands above your head, or cross your arms across the body? These are built to give you full coverage through your full range of motion.

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November 25, 2011

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Hi, what are the differences between the 2011 and 2010? Than

Hi, what are the differences between the 2011 and 2010? Thanks

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November 22, 2011

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Me on the chairlift in the shadow of the Eiger, Jungfraujoch region, Switzerland.

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January 24, 2012

Outstanding jacket for a not-going-to-recover jacket addict. Not too cold that day, perhaps mid to upper 20's, but windy at the top. Jacket fought the wind and kept me warm with only a silk-weight and a base layer. So light and functional, I didn't know it was there. Wore it in the rain the day before in Interlaken, Switzerland and it works great. At the end of the day while poling and skating to the end of the run, I had to open up the pit zips and it was like I turned on the A/C. I bought the medium and since I am short, the hip-fit cut fit me just right. I am 5' 7" and 160, and have plenty of room to layer. I could probably work a small, too. My first piece of gear from this brand and I will have to save my pennies, because it won't be my last.

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I'm 6' 4", 200 lbs. The XL feels a little bulky,

I'm 6' 4", 200 lbs. The XL feels a little bulky, but I worry about the length on the L. Anybody else have experience here?

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November 16, 2011

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I am 6'5" 200 lbs. I tried L with gamma AR as midlayer. The fit is just right. If you want to add thicker midlayer like atom SV then you need to choose XL.

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January 27, 2012

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If you want a longer hem, with a proper athletic fit the Theta AR is about 2" longer in the bottom hem and adds an arm pocket. Same build otherwise. I think the Lge would fit your torso better and will definitely still give you room to layer up for the really chilly days.

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November 23, 2011

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HI JBERK! I suggest you stay with the XL. Although it might feel "a little bulky" it will be longer than a size Large, and permit you to layer - which you probably couldn't do with the size Large. I think with your height being 6 ft. 4 inches, the XL would be your best bet. Hope this helps.
Jeff Levin

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November 17, 2011

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I'm 6'1" and 175 lbs. I can't decide if I should

I'm 6'1" and 175 lbs. I can't decide if I should go with a Medium or Large. I want to layer underneath it with a fleece or down jacket. I typically wear a medium when I'm not layering. However, I'm concerned a large might be too big. Does anyone have recommendations about what size to get?

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November 15, 2011

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I, too am exactly your size (6'1" / 175, broad shoulders and long arms, normal length torso). I have the Beta AR in large and it fits on the large side (but that's a GOOD thing with this jacket, because it's designed to be layered under. My "storm shelter" layering is a wool base layer, an Atom LT, and the Beta AR. No weather out here in the southwest can get through that, but if it ever did, I'd still have room for a fleece or softshell jacket, so bring it on!

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April 20, 2012

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I am exactly your size and wear a Large in Arcteryx jackets. I typically wear a turtleneck and fleece, and it fits well. If by down jacket, you mean a "puffy" coat - not enough room - but something like the Atom or thinner down shells would work.

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November 15, 2011

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Other than the length of the shell, is the Beta AR identical

Other than the length of the shell, is the Beta AR identical to the Theta AR?

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October 31, 2011

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Hey Ward, you are correct that they are very similar. The Theta AR has basically the exact same fit as the Beta AR (athletic) with minor differences. Like you said, the Theta is longer and not just an inch or two, but several. I'm only 5'6" and I have the new Beta AR (which they extended the length a bit this year) and it fits my shorter torso perfectly. The Theta has a longer hem length, a slightly taller collar and an extra small pocket on the left arm which the Beta doesn't have. Also, I'm not sure which year jacket James Jenden was trying on, but both the Beta AR and the Theta AR have very large helmet compatible hoods. If you're tall or like longer jackets go with the Theta, if you're short like me go with the Beta. Hope this helps.

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November 3, 2011

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I'm 5'11 and weight around 145 lb. What size should

I'm 5'11 and weight around 145 lb. What size should I get, an M or S?

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October 21, 2011

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just bought one this morning ... im 5'11" too /165 ... and the small fits PERFECTLY. Medium had too much room and really defeated the purpose of the athletic-fit. I'd go with size small!

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October 21, 2011

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I'm your size and prefer an alpine fit, so all of my Arc'Teryx stuff is small. If you prefer looser fitting or want to layer some bulky mids, then medium might be better.

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October 21, 2011

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Is this made in ï¼£anada?

Is this made in ï¼£anada?

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October 11, 2011

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The Fall'11 Beta AR is made in Canada and China depending on factory capacity. Quality is equivalent regardless. There isn't an easy way to tell which jacket is made where, unless you see the actually tag inside the jacket.

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November 5, 2011

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no...not any more...

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October 12, 2011

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Does anybody have the measurments of the front and back in size

Does anybody have the measurments of the front and back in size L and XL??

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September 3, 2011

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Anyone knows if the new Beta AR are still made in Canada?

Anyone knows if the new Beta AR are still made in Canada?

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September 3, 2011

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But my Atom LT is made in china...

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April 20, 2012

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My 2011-2012 Beta AR was made in Canada

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April 20, 2012

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Some of the Beta AR are made in Canada, and some in China due to factory capacity being tiny in Canada. The China made Beta have the exact same quality and are made in an Arc'teryx exclusive factory.

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November 5, 2011

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Hey,

Unfortunately not. The only Beta I'm sure of for this season is the FL Jacket. Most of the Alpha line is made in Canada though.

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September 23, 2011

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By: Joey Bowen March 14, 2012

This is the best all around shell made AR actually stands for "all around" beta has to do with the length. The hood is large enough for any helmet more...

Great all a rounder

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By: Scott P. March 8, 2012

This jacket is basic, but that's what makes it great. It's got tough as nails feeling materials and construction and a well thought out fit. It's more...

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Material:
[membrane/laminate] Gore-Tex Pro Shell (3-layer); [shell] nylon 
Fabric Waterproof Rating:
guaranteed waterproof 
Fabric Breathability Rating:
guaranteed breathable 
Hood:
yes, fixed 
Fit:
athletic 
Length:
hip 
Venting:
underarm zip vents 
Powder Skirt:
no 
Pockets:
(external) 2` zippered hand, (internal) 1 zippered 
Seams:
fully taped 
Wrist Gaiters:
no 
Liner-Compatible:
no 
Weight:
15.3 oz 
Recommended Use:
climbing, apline touring 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime