Whether you re trekking across the high sierras climbing in the wind river range or making a long approach to the alpine in the north cascades arc teryx s beta sl men s hybrid jacket is the ideal shell to repel wind water and snow during all of your remote mountain endeavors.
Beta sl hybrid jacket men s review.
Before washing the jacket it was perfect it is a little high maintenance after using it for a long period of time.
Below i cover everything you need to know about the beta sl hybrid including weight packability rain wind snow protection performance best uses material construction competitor comparison and much more.
However it is a specific use jacket arc teryx describes it as an emergency use jacket due to the decreased durability and versatility largely a result of the ultralight fabrics.
This arc teryx beta sl review examines every inch of this truly remarkable jacket from top to bottom.
Overall review of the arc teryx beta sl jacket pros.
Lightweight perfect for traveling long term.
The beta sl hybrid jacket from arc teryx is a significant upgrade from the previous non hybrid version.
Gear review of the arc teryx beta sl hybrid origins.
Updated superlight n40r gore tex fabric with new paclite plus product technology in the body for enhanced next to skin comfort.
Replacing the venerable beta lt hybrid the beta sl hybrid jacket boasts a lighter design and more packable nature.
The jacket dries really fast.
Multi climate great protection in all elements tested from 45 c to 26 c.
Last year we loved the beta sl for its impressive lightweight and also for the breathable and supple fabric.
The men s beta sl hybrid shares the same 2 and 3 layer gore tex construction as the women s and sports an identical feature set including a helmet compatible stormhood pit zips for venting an adjustable.
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Beta sl hybrid jacket highly packable and versatile the beta sl hybrid jacket is strategically constructed from two different gore tex fabrics to maximize performance and minimize weight.
We put the women s beta sl hybrid to the test and arc teryx also makes the jacket in a men s specific version for the same price.