Gear Review
Arc'teryx Beta LT Jacket - Men's
No complaints, it's a nice jacket, but...
By Leeb
Ranked #1095 - Men's Technical Shells
August 27, 2009
Pros: Steepandcheap, ~$250. Hooray for manufacture in Canada. I'm 5'11" 175 with broad shoulders and the large fits just right. Arc'teryx-grade construction as expected, and it's incredibly light weight. Cons: I had thought GORE-TEX® Pro Shell material was all essentially the same, and the 320N 3-Layer material in this jacket is durable I'm sure, but it feels very thin to me. I guess that's the trade-off if you want the lightest of shells. I was expecting a thick bomb-proof coat that I could use through all the seasons here in Alaska. I decided to return it and instead grabbed the Outdoor Research Mentor, which uses 40D and 70D Pro shell fabrics and feels indestructible (as I'm sure some other Arc'teryx jackets probably do).
View Details: Arc'teryx Beta LT Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 3 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] Gore-Tex Pro
- Waterproof Rating:
- Guaranteed
- Breathable Rating:
- Guaranteed
- Center Back Length:
- 26in [M] (66cm)
- Core Venting:
- Underarm zips
- Pockets:
- 2 Front
- Seam Taped:
- Yes, fully
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 13.3oz (379g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, ice climbing, alpine climbing, mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: March 2, 2010 By: Brandon Carlile
Gore Pro-shell is the membrane and woven backer. The face fabric can vary widely. The Beta LT face fabric is some of the most durable, for it's weight. For max durability the Alpha SV is the jacket of choice- maybe when the OR wears out...
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes