Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant - Men's - 2007

I've warm these in snow (skiing), rain (trekking), ice (climbing) and they are impenetrable. They're great and lightweight bomber pants.

Light but tough outer shell pants with a perfect cut. Never had pants with such unrestricted movement and at the same time without being bulky. If there is something to criticize, it's the small pocket. If you put something like a camera in it, the position inside the pocket is unprotected on the top of your thigh (pocket is too small) - seen this better solved with other brands. But this is really a minor thing. I think there is no better Gore Tex XCR Pant in this category on the market right now.

These pants are as advertised. They perform very well in wet icy situations (i.e. ice climbing). [They also worked well in snowy conditions, but you should wear some gaiters despite the snow skirts.] I have successfully used these pants to hike and climb a couple of 14'ers here the Colorado Rockies. For insulation layer for these pants, I suggest Ar’cteryx Tau pants.

I haven't worn these much, but they kept me dry in rain and a snowstorm. The fit is immaculate. I'm 150lb, 5ft 10in, and they're just tailored. The waist is oddly a bit tight, but otherwise I wouldn't change a thing. I could do with more pockets, but the one is enough. At any rate then pick these up. One note: they do now come with powder cuffs. They are the perfect hardshell pants.

I have taken these pants on hikes to the Oregon coast, muggy rain forests and up several mountains. The full length waterproof zippers are a real help in keeping out the water when pouring rain or allow ventilation when open. The 3/4 length zippers sit comfortably out of the way of a harness or backpack. I am extremely happy with the quality and durability of all my Arc’teryx gear.

I have used these pants on several occassions in the mountains feel since I bought them. They are dry and comfortable. I even went to the rain forest and they weren’t bad at all!