Really good jacket!

By sbi3726540 Ranked #1037 - Men's Technical Shells March 20, 2010

I have been using the Beta LT as my hard shell for cross country skiing since I received it. Unlike some cross country skiers I prefer a hardshell jacket that i can also use for other outdoor activities year round. The first thing I noticed when I received it was the typical attention to detail that Arc'teryx is known for. The stitching was perfect, the assembly of the fabric sections was perfect and all in all they did a great job making it. I then looked at the inside collar and was happy to see it was made in Canada. I have other Arc'teryx pieces (including a Sidewinder AR and Covert Cardigan) that were made in China and they also are of the exact same qaulity as the Canadian made ones, but it is nice to see that they are still making some products there. The jacket feels very durable and I find that Pro Shell does a great job keeping me dry (I also own an REI jacket with eVent that works as well as Pro Shell, but no better in my opinion). The large hood stows in the collar and when rolled up inside it is not at all uncomfortable on the back of my neck. This jacket will also go with me this spring and summer on some long hikes in the Sierra Nevada mountains and I am sure it will perform very well. The jacket is cut a little full so it is easy to layer underneath it. I am also happy with how the zippers work and where they are placed. I have found that some waterproof zippers can be pretty tough to work, but these are fine. The pit zips are very long and it is very easy to adjust them to your specific comfort level. The only drawback with this jacket and all of Arc'teryx's jackets is the initial sticker shock. But when I am still wearing it many years from now the price will be long forgotten.

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