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Beta SL Jacket Men's
£450.00

Beta SL Jacket Men's

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4.5
33 out of 39 (85%) reviewers recommend this product

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9 to 38 of 50 Reviews
9 – 38 of 50 Reviews
5 out of 5 stars.

Full featured and lightweight

27 days ago
Amazing how something with so many features can be so lightweight. Still pretty new so can’t comment on durability, but for the first time out in a heavy snowstorm performed really well. I did find the sleeves unusually long (Size M) which is slightly annoying and not something I normally experience with other shells, but small issue in the scheme of things.
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Brussels
Age45 to 54
GenderMale
Your Height:183cm - 190cm
3 out of 5 stars.

Durability concerns…quite disappointed

a month ago
I purchased this jacket two years ago, intending it to be a highly versatile, lightweight piece for rain protection, skiing, ski touring, and everyday use. Unfortunately, I have started noticing significant wear on the back, to the point where I am now worried the fabric might tear. I have attached a photo so you can see the issue. I am genuinely disappointed with the fabric’s durability. I believe the wear is likely caused by wearing a backpack while using the jacket, which seems like a completely standard use case. I have owned several similar jackets before, and this is the first one to develop this kind of issue. It raises concerns for me about the durability of Arc’teryx fabrics. As a big fan of the brand, I expected better longevity from this product. I would appreciate it if customer service could reach out to explore whether anything can be done to repair the jacket. Given its price, I would be really disappointed if I had to replace it so soon.
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Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: V versatile
Q: Cons:
A: Fragile
I use this product for:Les transports/le voyage, Le trekking, La randonnée, Le ski/snowboard

No, I do not recommend this product.

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29 days ago
Arc'teryx Guest Services
Hi Quentin. Thanks for sharing your feedback on the Beta SL Jacket. We are sorry to hear that you are disappointed with the durability and that you experienced wear on the back. We will pass your comments to our team.
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16 days ago
At this pricepoint, shouldnt Ark just offer to replace it?
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Bay Area California
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Fantastic lightweight shell!

2 months ago
This is a great all around waterproof, windproof, lightweight, comfortable, easy to pack shell. Seems like there are no sacrifices.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: XL
I use this product for:Commuting/Travel, Exercise/Gym, Trekking, Trail/Running, Mountain Biking, Casual Wear, Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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AgeUnder 18
GenderMale
Your Height:161cm - 167cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Terrific all round lightweight jacket

2 months ago
Terrific all round jacket, absolutely great and tested in extremely heavy rain storms here in the UK, great all purpose jacket, the pit zips are life savers.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: S
Q: Pros:
A: Extremely lightweight n waterproof
Q: Cons:
A: Sleeves a tad to long
I use this product for:Trekking, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Casual Wear

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Ny
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:168cm - 175cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Beta sl vey good

2 months ago
Look very fashion , I like the color very much , I am waiting for this color long time
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
I use this product for:Climbing, Mountain Biking, Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Dallas, TX
Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Awesome shell for resort skiing

3 months ago
I recently wore the Arc’teryx Beta SL jacket in Vitality Blue on a ski trip to Aspen, and it absolutely delivered! The jacket is lightweight but completely weatherproof, which was perfect for Aspen’s unpredictable mountain weather. It kept me dry and warm during heavy snowfalls and was breathable enough for those intense runs down the slopes. The fit is fantastic—athletic and snug in all the right places without restricting movement, even layered over my base layers. The Vitality Blue color is vibrant and stood out beautifully against the snowy backdrop, plus it’s easy to spot in group photos or on the slopes. I also appreciated the attention to detail, like the storm hood that fits over a helmet without being bulky and the water-resistant zippers that actually work. Overall, this jacket is a perfect blend of style, performance, and durability. If you’re looking for a high-quality shell for skiing or other outdoor adventures, I can’t recommend the Beta SL enough!
Q: Size Purchased:
A: XL
I use this product for:Ski/Snowboard

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Age45 to 54
GenderMale
5 out of 5 stars.

Great shell

3 months ago
Great product, light, good pockets. Great shell keeps the wind and rain out.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Customer service is all time

3 months ago
Someone stole my jacket in package from my front door before I could get it. Customer service rocked, new jacket sent, rocked. Not buying anywhere else.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Large
Q: Pros:
A: Fit, durability, customer service
Q: Cons:
A: Haven’t found one yet
I use this product for:Climbing, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Age55 to 64
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Light, Waterproof and packable.

3 months ago
This jacket is a little lighter and more packable than the Alpha SV I own. I’m wearing it as just a rain coat and got it to fit without all the extra sizing for insulation. Love the waterproofing and it hasn’t wetted out in the heavy rain we had recently.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Medium

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Ireland
Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Worth the money

3 months ago
Versatile shell jacket. Good for any weather and holds up perfectly against rain, wind and snow. Very durable and comfortable. The pit zips are so usefull when climbing.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Medium
Q: Pros:
A: Durable and versatile
Q: Cons:
A: Expensive
I use this product for:Mountaineering, Casual Wear, Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Sea to Sky, BC
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Solid but light!

4 months ago
Excellent shell. Replaced an older Beta LT. Appreciate the addition of pit zips and light packability
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
I use this product for:Hiking, Ski/Snowboard

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Steinbach
Age55 to 64
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Tolle, superleichte Hardshell!

4 months ago
Tolle, superleichte Hardshell für alle Tage. Auch mit Klettergurt super zu tragen, da alle Taschen zugänglich bleiben und die Länge genau passt. Die Kapuze passt mit und ohne Helm sehr gut.
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Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: alles
Q: Cons:
A: nichts
I use this product for:Pendeln/Reisen, Trekking, Klettern, Mountainbiken, Bergsteigen, Freizeit, Wandern

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Germany
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
2 out of 5 stars.

Not what I expected!

4 months ago
When I received the jacket I liked the fit and the fact that it is lightweight. But... first time I tested the jacket in light rain (hardly wore the jacket 2-3 times before that), directly after a couple of minutes water was not repelled like it should have and jacket got wet directly in a couple of different spots. Would never expect a gore-tex jacket to fail like that. I had jackets with different membrane types and also much cheaper ones which worked better in the rain. Maybe the DWR was not applied correctly in the factory? I sent the jacket back. Too bad because I had really high expectations.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: Lightweight, good looks
Q: Cons:
A: Rain performance
I use this product for:Casual Wear

No, I do not recommend this product.

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4 months ago
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Hello Chris, thank you for sharing your feedback on the Beta SL Jacket. We’re glad you liked the fit and lightweight feel of the jacket, but we’re sorry to hear about your water repellency concerns. The dark wet spots you noticed, known as “wetting out,” don’t indicate an issue with the GORE-TEX membrane. Instead, they relate to the DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment. This jacket now feature an FC0-DWR, free of PFAS, reflecting our commitment to sustainability. This treatment requires more frequent care than the previous C6 version to maintain water repellency. While the DWR helps water bead and roll off, it doesn’t affect the waterproofness of the GORE-TEX membrane, which remains fully waterproof even if the outer fabric absorbs moisture. We appreciate your feedback, and if you have any further questions, feel free to reach out!
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Age55 to 64
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Love it

4 months ago
Great jacket for hiking. Perfect for 4 season use.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Medium
Q: Pros:
A: Perfect weight
Q: Cons:
A: None
I use this product for:Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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New York City
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:183cm - 190cm
4 out of 5 stars.

Nice jacket

4 months ago
Beautiful jacket. Love the black sapphire color. Jacket is noisier (crunchy) than expected. Sleeves slightly long, hood very large. Enjoy the slimmer fit. Tested 30 minute walk drizzle and light rain, no repellency issues with DWR from factory (see photos). Would recommend.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: Color, style, fit, zippers, pit zip
Q: Cons:
A: Noisy, sleeve length, hood large
I use this product for:Commuting/Travel, Trekking, Casual Wear, Hiking, Ski/Snowboard

Yes, I recommend this product.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Très mince et confortable

4 months ago
Je l’ai utilisé pour courir sous la pluie, il fait très bien le travail, un peu bruyant, j’aurais aimé une capuche rétractable, je l’apprécie beaucoup, Merci !
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Age18 to 24
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Great lightweight jacket

5 months ago
Great light weight jacket, perfect for backpacking and spring skiing. I’ve noticed the DWR coating has worn out quicker on this jacket the regular models.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: M
Q: Pros:
A: Lightweight
Q: Cons:
A: Not as waterproof as other models
I use this product for:Commuting/Travel, Climbing, Mountaineering, Casual Wear, Hiking, Ski/Snowboard

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Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Great shell jacket!

5 months ago
Pockets are perfect placement, fully adjustable hood, sleeves, vents.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Medium
Q: Pros:
A: Waterproof, wind proof, lightweight
Q: Cons:
A: Pricey for the basics
I use this product for:Trekking, Trail/Running, Climbing, Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Whistler, BC
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Your Height:183cm - 190cm
2 out of 5 stars.

Mediocre value

5 months ago
I like the color options, The pit zips and how light weight the jacket is. The surface fabric is not as durable as the LT with pro, so if you're hiking through foliage especially bramble, you may have abrasion and possibly minor damage. The sizing is also a little off, as other reviewers have noted, it's not as trim as past jackets. I think the price is pretty high for having a lower level and cheaper Gore-Tex fabric. Not a fan, bring back a pro version of the LT please!
Q: Size Purchased:
A: Medium
I use this product for:Trekking, Trail/Running, Casual Wear, Hiking

No, I do not recommend this product.

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5 months ago
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Hi there. Thanks for sharing your feedback on the Beta SL Jacket. We are sorry to hear that you are disappointed with the material and that it did not suit your needs. We will pass your comments to our team.
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Nanaimo
Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:183cm - 190cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Finally

5 months ago
Great jacket. Tried probably a dozen rain jacket on the west coast and this one finally kept me dry. Tried all the big names and always go back to this one. Great for layer underneath in colder weather
Q: Size Purchased:
A: XL
Q: Pros:
A: Water proof, pit vents, layering
Q: Cons:
A: L to small XL to big
I use this product for:Commuting/Travel, Trail/Running, Mountain Biking, Casual Wear, Hiking, Ski/Snowboard

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Style and quality!

5 months ago
I'm a fan of the style and color. I got the Sequioa/Solaris jacket. it's high quality all mountain jacket that I can wear out with friends or on any adventure. I look forward to using this shell when snowboarding.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: XL
Q: Pros:
A: Color, Style, Quality
I use this product for:Commuting/Travel, Hiking, Ski/Snowboard

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Gunnison, Colorado
Age18 to 24
GenderFemale
Your Height:183cm - 190cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Very Functional

5 months ago
One of my personal favorite jackets. So lightweight, comfortable, and very functional. Such a great option for rainy days or just a nice shell. The new fall colors are also beautiful especially "Tatsu".
Q: Size Purchased:
A: XL
Q: Pros:
A: Sturdy and well made!
Q: Cons:
A: None!
I use this product for:Mountain Biking, Casual Wear, Hiking, Ski/Snowboard

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Your Height:168cm - 175cm
5 out of 5 stars.

Great versatility

5 months ago
I’ve seen other reviews of colours, missing a nice plum colour for this jacket specially beta sl - would be nice to see phantasm on this instead.
I use this product for:Climbing, Mountaineering, Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Age35 to 44
GenderMale
Your Height:176cm - 182cm
3 out of 5 stars.

Can we get Beta LT back?

5 months ago
After trying different Beta jackets, my experience is as follows: - Beta AR: Too warm - Beta: No armpit zips, which is an essential requirement - Beta LT: Perfect Arcteryx has decided to retire the LT, bring back the SL, and change the sizing as well. Now, small is too small for me and medium is too baggy. Can you bring back the LT please?
Q: Size Purchased:
A: S
I use this product for:Hiking

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5 months ago
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Hi there. Thanks for sharing your feedback on the Beta SL Jacket. We are sorry to hear that you are disappointed with the current fit and that it did not suit your needs. We will pass your comments to our team.
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Salt Lake City, UT
Age25 to 34
GenderMale
Your Height:183cm - 190cm
5 out of 5 stars.

evolved hardshell of all trades

5 months ago
I have owned a lot of hardshell waterproof jackets over the years but this one gets a lot more use than the others. You can really tell we are in a golden age of gear, as the fabric is lighter, softer, and more comfortable than anything I've owned. It's so light weight and feels much more natural and comfortable to wear than the rigid stuff I am used to. While still maintaining some of that rigidity for durability. It's fit is great and accounts for some layering underneath. It's hard to write a detailed review for this one as it's just a fantastic hardshell that I'll be bringing everywhere.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: XL
Q: Pros:
A: light, comfortable
I use this product for:Commuting/Travel, Trekking, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Casual Wear, Hiking

Yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

great choice

5 months ago
I’m a city dweller who walks to public transit, grocery shopping and pretty much everywhere. I like that I can fold up & store in small stuff sack in daily carry backpack. Performance is superb. Only minor wish is that 2 hood pull cords, which work as expected, would have slight more tension when tightened in windy conditions.

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Beta SL Jacket
rating 4.52 out of 550 Reviews

Light, packable all-mountain GORE-TEX ePE shell with an extensive feature set.

The Beta SL Jacket was previously the Beta Lightweight Jacket.


£450.00

Colour:Void


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Beta SL Jacket Men's

The Beta SL Jacket – our lightest Beta – is built for mountain realities. Highly versatile, it’s carefully designed to deliver complete waterproof, windproof, breathable protection without sacrificing lightweight packability. Its innovative GORE-TEX ePE membrane is light, strong, and PFC free. C-KNIT backer technology improves comfort and breathability. The helmet-compatible StormHood protects without compromising vision, pit zippers ventilate, and a RECCO reflector can aid in search situations.

This product is free of intentionally added PFAS.

The new ePE membrane technology is lighter and thinner, but just as strong and durable as the materials we used before.   You may notice the face fabric “wetting out” slightly faster in products with ePE membranes, but rest assured this does not affect the waterproofing of the membrane itself. If you notice the fabric wetting out faster than you’d like, simply wash the jacket and dry it to remove the oil contamination and bring the DWR back to its full power.

Beta

Versatile: high performance for diverse activities and conditions.

Trail

For technical mountain activities, durable and protective designs with a focus on freedom of movement for remote and varied conditions.

Superlight

Superlight materials and design, emphasizing lightweight and packability over durability.

GORE-TEX

Waterproof, windproof and breathable textiles that offer fully protective environmental shelter.