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Beta AR Jacket Stormhood Men's

$600.00

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Beta AR Jacket Stormhood Men's

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70 out of 84 (83%) reviewers recommend this product

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Fits:, 3.3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 4.6 out of 5

Comfort, 4.5 out of 5

Durability of product, 4.2 out of 5

for rainy weather

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39 – 68 of 107 Reviews

Body TypeAthletic

5 out of 5 stars.

Perfect features!

This is my second jacket from Arteryx, 3rd, if you count my partner has one as well. I love the added pockets and the new color, in addition to all the great standard features that Arteryx offers, light weight, breathable, hood with a cap.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: boating, biking, walking.

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 5.0 out of 5

1 out of 5 stars.

Not worth the price

Bought the Beta AR about 8 months ago believing that the GoreTex Pro offers superior performance and reliability. I only used the jacket a few times and I recently noticed a small hole in the fabric. I've contacted Arc'teryx support and was told that the issue is not covered under the warranty and cannot be resolved. The only thing they offered to do was to send me a piece of tape so I can patch it myself. I own 8 different GoreTex jackets and many other products from Arc'teryx. I've been a loyal customer for years, but this experience has severely damaged my trust in the company and their products. More likely than not I am not going to buy this brand again. They sell the promise of high quality products that are supposed to last a lifetime, instead they didn't last one year of very light usage (mostly used for commuting to work. I haven't even used in a hike or skiing yet). Nothing that I have used the jacket for could explain the how the hole was created. To top it all off, support has been slow and unresponsive. I would expect that Arc'teryx would at least offer to do the patching themselves using materials and colour that matches the original construction of the jacket. Not recommended.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: City commuting

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 1.0 out of 5

Comfort, 3.0 out of 5

Response from Arc'teryx:

Customer Service

Hello Daniel, we're sorry to hear about the tear on your Beta AR Jacket and that we were unable to provide the resolution you were hoping for after contacting our after-sale team. Unfortunately, snags and other wear and tear issues are not covered under our Limited Warranty. We appreciate your honest review, and we will pass it along to our design team.

How can a hole in the jacket be a reliability/quality issue. Surely we cannot hold Arcteryx responsible for a hole in the jacket we done even know what caused it or what pressure/sharpness was applied

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Body TypeAthletic

5 out of 5 stars.

Favorite Jacket

I finally replaced my old Beta AR, and what can I say - this new version is FANTASTIC.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: kayak, hike, camp, urban general

Q: Your Height:

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Fits:, 4 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 4.0 out of 5

4 out of 5 stars.

Very good product! Very good service.

I bought Alpha Shell… and I had to claim product… I’m very satisfied. Realy good service department.

Q: Size Purchased:

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 5

Comfort, 4.0 out of 5

3 out of 5 stars.

Good fit, function but wetted out immediately

Good fit, nice function, but wetted out after 10 wears due to new DWR finish. My old Alpha SV lasted years before this occurred. Customer Service was unfortunately not helpful saying this wasn’t a product issue, not sure the technicality on this point, but after 20 yrs of being an AcrTeryx devotee will be moving on to other brands now.

A: Ski guiding, mountaineering

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 2.0 out of 5

Comfort, 4.0 out of 5

Thank you for making me rethink on spending $600 on a waterproof jacket that can’t keep you dry.

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5 out of 5 stars.

The gold standard jacket

The gold standard. This is a ten year jacket that will likely last into retirement! I am very very very happy now.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: Total protection, storm hood genius

A: Noisy but you get used to it.

A: Trekking, Mountaineering, Commute.

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 5.0 out of 5

5 out of 5 stars.

Love the new jacket

Love the new jacket, the fabric is more flexible than my old one, main zipper works easier and have gotten compliments on the color

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Body TypeAthletic

5 out of 5 stars.

Très bonne qualité.

Un très bon remplacement de mon beta light. Le seul bémol, le manteau semble un peu " oversized", manche vraiment longue et capuchon un peu trop retombant sur le front. Mais dans l'ensemble très satisfait après 2 mois d'utilisation !

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Q: Size Purchased:

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 4 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 4.0 out of 5

Body TypeAthletic

4 out of 5 stars.

Nice shell for the right person

Purchased the beta AR stormhood as well as the beta lightweight. I ended up returning the AR because of the fit. I think this piece is probably better for layering and more harsh conditions but it was more of a boxy fit being the regular fit and I really liked the fit of the beta lightweight. The lightweight was a little more slim and looked like it was tailored to my body. I definitely think this model is better than the drop hood version and I think for the right person this jacket would work great but it wasn’t for me. Ended up returning the AR and keeping the lightweight

Q: Size Purchased:

A: Good quality, durability, stormhood

A: Skiing, harsh conditions

Q: Your Height:

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Fits:, 4 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 5

Comfort, 5.0 out of 5

Body TypeAthletic

5 out of 5 stars.

5 STAR JACKET

Recently, I acquired the heritage BETA AR stormhood and have been thoroughly impressed with its performance. During a recent holiday, it proved to be highly packable, fitting easily into a small shoulder bag, and provided welcome warmth when the temperature dropped. However, it was during a recent mountain excursion that the jacket truly demonstrated its exceptional qualities. Despite being subjected to strong winds and heavy rain, which are common challenges in Scotland, the jacket's color remained vibrant and it effectively deflected the windchill and kept me dry. As someone who has owned several jackets, I can confidently say that this is the first garment that has provided such remarkable protection from the elements. Since acquiring my Atom LT in December, I have consistently recommended this jacket to others.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: Waterproof, windproof, Quality

A: Hiking, travel, skiing

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 4 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 5.0 out of 5

1 out of 5 stars.

Tears after minor use

Was super excited to buy this jacket after hearing so many positive things about Arc’teryx shells. Unfortunately, after a few days snowboarding some groomed runs, I’ve already noticed several tears on the front. My old snowboarding jacket has 5+ years of use on it with no issues, so this was extremely disappointing to me. I contacted customer service and they offered to either send me some tape, or I could send it in for patch repair, but my confidence in the durability of this jacket is gone, and I can’t see myself recommending it to others after my experience with it.

A: Snowboarding

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Quality of Product, 1.0 out of 5

Comfort, 4.0 out of 5

Response from Arc'teryx:

Arc'teryx Guest Services

Hi there. Thanks for sharing your feedback on the Beta AR Jacket Stormhood. We are sorry to hear about the durability issues you encountered. Because every case is specific with regards to the issue that is occurring, our Product Service Team will always work on a suitable solution with users of our gear, even in cases that fall outside of our Limited Warranty.

1 out of 5 stars.

Ripped after less then 2 months

I bought this for my boyfriend for Christmas as he needed a multi-purpose waterproof jacket. He had a minor fall while skiing but something happened and the pressure of his phone on the material from inside the pocket caused it to split/ rip. The jacket had only been worn a handful of times at this point but apparently all Arcteryx can do is send us a patch (and make rude/condescending/misogynistic comments and accusations over the phone). The rip falls under general wear and tear and can only be deemed a manufacturing issue if it is at the seam (isn't the material manufactured? can material not be faulty?). After spending almost 1000$ on a jacket my boyfriend expected to have for a long time, I am disappointed in the quality and would highly advise people do not purchase this jacket (or any others....).

A: Skiing, Hiking, Day to Day

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Quality of Product, 1.0 out of 5

Comfort, 1.0 out of 5

Response from Arc'teryx:

Customer Service

Hello there, we are also disappointed to hear about the rip that happened on your boyfriend's Beta AR Jacket Stormhood after only a few wears. We are also very sorry about the experience you had with one of our agents. Our resolution team is currently looking into your case, and you should hear back from them soon. We appreciate the time you took to leave an honest review.

Body TypeAthletic

5 out of 5 stars.

Excellent quality.

I am 5'9" on a good day, and 170 lbs. athletic build. I bought a medium. I will say that if I was buying this for fashion over function I would have gone with a Small, and would probably had plenty of room. I don't look /feel great in things that are even slightly big on me. but I bought this with the intention of layering it. I bought a medium, and with no layers underneath, it does feel big on me. My wife says the length and cut are perfect. I havent had a lot of time in the extremes with it yet. Just some rain and wind, but I look forward to using this for many adventures. it is a top notch jacket.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Body TypeAthletic

1 out of 5 stars.

Poor glue quality

The jacket itself is ok. The fabric too, but Arcteryx used very poor glue quality to glue the seams. Therefor the seams dissolve after years and the jacket falls apart. Also the zippers dissolve. They also do not repair the jacket after years, because "The lifetime guarantee of the jacket does not mean the lifetime of the owner". But they offer to recycle your jacket (probalby reuse the material for their resale program and sell it again) and offer a 20% off your next purchase. The Pro-Shell Material would have lastet for several more years.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Response from Arc'teryx:

Arc'teryx Guest Services

Hi there, we appreciate your feedback and will pass this along to our design team for review. We are sorry that the resolution provided was not what you hoped for. Our repair program does evolve over time. You can find more information about our Limited Warranty online. https://arcteryx.com/ca/en/help/limited-warranty

Rip - I have just ripped my Gore-Tex pro mountain rescue jacket (not Arcteryx). I guess any brand can rip/tear possibly how we describe the jacket to be indestructible is not true across the brands, although very strong if certain pressure, angle, object area can cause the jackets do rip regardless of brand,. Even breathability is dependent on how much you are sweating possible slow down if you want to maintain a certain level of breathability.

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4 out of 5 stars.

need more pockets

everything looks good, except only 3 pockets on jacket(2 outside 1 inside), I need more, for example, a bigger pocket inside, a small pocket on sleeve,

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1 out of 5 stars.

Didnt last 100 days

Decided to splurge and buy myself this jacket 3 months ago. Within less then 100 days, I am only able to zip 3/4 of the jacket as the zipper and the material behind it is no longer aligned and prevents the zipper from going all the way up. Having paid a premium price, I didnt expect such poor craftmanship or quality control. Had to open a Product Service Request so lets see if paying for a premium brand gets you better customer service. Really wanted to love the jacket and the brand, but it aint starting well.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: Great windbreaker

A: Issues under 100 days

A: Daily jacket

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 1.0 out of 5

Comfort, 4.0 out of 5

Response from Arc'teryx:

Arc'teryx Guest Services

Hi there, we appreciate the time you took to provide your review. We are sorry to hear about the issue that you experiencing with your Beta AR Jacket Stormhood. Thank you for sharing your feedback and we'll make sure to relay it to our design team.

Body TypeAthletic

Response from Arc'teryx:

Arc'teryx Guest Services

Hi there, we are sorry to hear about the hole with your Beta AR Jacket Stormhood. We appreciate your feedback and will pass this along to our design team for review. We suggest filling out a Product Service Request form, and our representatives will assess how we can assist you. https://arcteryx.com/ca/en/help/product-service/service-request

3 out of 5 stars.

Fit is not for me

I wish this jacket would work. Its the fit that doesn't work. I love the brand, enjoy the quality and have had many in the past. I wish there was a fit for the male in his 50's that isn't a 34 inch waist or less. I find most if not all shell jackets are too narrow in the mid section. I get it if the brand is making garmets for those who have that "Fit" look and are narrow waisted. I'm just not that body type. I have the Rush pants from years back and in a large the waist and hips are too narrow. Again an XL wont work as they're too big. Oh well will have to try another brand .

Q: Size Purchased:

A: quality,, color and material

A: Fit and cost

Q: Your Height:

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Fits:, 2 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 1.0 out of 5

5 out of 5 stars.

the quiver killer

this is the single jacket to buy if you want long-lasting quality. love the stormhood for layering situations and helmet compatibility.

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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

5 out of 5 stars.

Goodbye drop hood!

I've had this since September and it's been my favourite jacket so far. Having had a Beta SL hybrid in the past and going to this has been an amazing transition. First real use of the gore-tex pro was a rainstorm when traveling to Montreal and it's saved me ever since on bike rides in Vancouver to work. I've been waiting for this to come out as I'm not a fan of the fit and feel of the drop hood's collar on the classic Beta AR. I got the heritage colour to maintain visibility on bike rides, hikes and snowboarding for the season. But all the colours rock and heavily recommend if you're looking for that gore-tex pro 3 layer piece to round out your kit.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: Most excellent rain protection

A: Hope to see more colours!

A: Biking, Hiking, Snowboarding

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 5.0 out of 5

San Francisco Bay Area

Body TypeAthletic

Body TypeAthletic

5 out of 5 stars.

Amazing all round jacket - Skiing, Hiking and City

I bought this jacket originally for hiking over the summer incase of storms. However I have found it so practical I use it pretty much whenever it rains. It is lightweight, yet Gore-Tex pro. It has a big enough hood to have a helmet on underneath and I preferred it to the standard Beta AR as I like the hood more. The pit zips are also great for when you get too hot, yet want to keep dry. I have also used this jacket for Skiing and found the Gore-Tex pro to work perfectly - very water repellent. I paired it with a proton heavyweight to ski in for anyone wondering.

Q: Size Purchased:

A: Excellent quality

A: Not a big enough inside pocket

A: Hiking, Skiing, City

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 5.0 out of 5

Body TypeAthletic

5 out of 5 stars.

Had to replace initially but its the best

I recently purchased the Arc'teryx jacket, and despite a minor hiccup with the initial order's DWR (Durable Water Repellent) issue, the outstanding customer service promptly addressed the issue and facilitated a hassle-free exchange. The jacket's overall quality and performance are unparalleled, making it my favorite choice. Highly recommended!

Q: Size Purchased:

A: Very comfortable and durable.

A: Hood is a bit clunky

A: Hiking, trekking, skiing

Q: Your Height:

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large

Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5

Comfort, 5.0 out of 5

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Beta AR Jacket Stormhood

rating 4.4579 out of 5107 Reviews

Highly versatile GORE-TEX PRO shell with our StormHood™.

$600.00

Colour:Black

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Versatile GORE-TEX shell with a StormHood™

Beta AR Jacket Stormhood Men's

Waterproof, windproof, breathable, and exceptionally versatile, the Beta AR is made for all things alpine. The GORE-TEX PRO with Most Rugged Technology – a next-gen material we developed in collaboration with Gore – delivers maximum durability. The helmet-compatible StormHood™ adjusts to move with your head and maximize peripheral vision, articulated patterning elevates freedom of movement, and an embedded RECCO® reflector can aid search in emergency situations.

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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.

All Round

High performance weather protection and materials, emphasizing versatility for multiple activities.

Fair Trade Certified™

Produced in a Fair Trade Certified facility. Building worker well-being into our product DNA.

GORE-TEX weather protection

Waterproof, windproof, and breathable, GORE-TEX’s proven performance and durability meets our standards for lasting, reliable weather protection.

Adjustable StormHood™

The StormHood™ provides complete coverage with a unique design that adjusts to pivot with your head and maximize your field of view.

Embedded RECCO® reflector

RECCO® reflectors can help ski patrollers and mountain rescue teams utilizing RECCO® detectors more quickly locate a lost or buried person.

Taped seams

Taping seals the holes sewing creates. Our narrow tape works with Micro Seam Technology for protection with better breathability and reduced weight.