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Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket - Women's
I work outdoors a few hours a week and I am looking for the right...
By nattheflea2164017
Ranked #167 - Women's Rain Jackets
March 26, 2009
I work outdoors a few hours a week and I am looking for the right coat that will keep me dry. I also need something that can get dirty but be able to wipe off and take on a hike. What is the fabic like?
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By Brandon Carlile
Ranked #22 - Women's Rain Jackets
June 1, 2009
I'd suggest looking at the Alpha LT jacket, just a tiny bit heavier, but with more durable face fabric, and backer, so all around, tougher.Other brands are cheaper, and less expensive (initially anyway, until it comes time to replace it quickly) Additionally, the Alpha LT will give better breathability than the SL. As for cleaning, throw this jacket in the wash with an outdoor soap, then dryer for 20 min on med heat. this is way better than wiping it off, and will add life to the water repellancy by removing dirt and oil. the heat from the dryer recharges the DWR
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By catiecoo
Ranked #123 - Women's Rain Jackets
March 26, 2009
This coat will certainly keep in dry in any condition. But I'm more worried about durability in your case. Are you going to be doing construction or similar type work? If so, you may need a coat that's beefier. SL stands for superlight, and at 10oz, Arc'teryx use lighter denier fabric than say their "AR" line. If you care more about durability than weight, then I'd look at elsewhere, as you will have a lot more choices and in general other brands are cheaper than Arc'teryx. If you get something like mud on the jacket, you should be able to wipe it off easily.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] Gore-Tex Paclite; [Lining] nylon
- Waterproof Rating:
- Guaranteed
- Breathable Rating:
- Guaranteed
- Pockets:
- 2 Front
- Seam Taped:
- Yes, fully
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 9.9oz (281g)
- Recommended Use:
- Lightweight backpacking, climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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