Beta Sl Hybrid Jacket Men S Review

This arc teryx beta sl review examines every inch of this truly remarkable jacket from top to bottom.

Beta sl hybrid jacket men s review.

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. Rainy days meet targeted protection. February s low altitude snow accumulation was followed by the more typical rainfall of the oregon coast range during my trip out to the alsea falls recreation area snowmelt dripped from the trees above doubling the deluge of precipitation flooding the snow packed trail engorging the alsea river and making for some. Updated superlight n40r gore tex fabric with new paclite plus product technology in the body for enhanced next to skin comfort.

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. Last year we loved the beta sl for its impressive lightweight and also for the breathable and supple fabric. The men s arc teryx beta sl hybrid jacket starts with 2 layer breathable waterproof protection then throws on a third layer in key areas for good measure. The beta sl hybrid jacket from arc teryx is a significant upgrade from the previous non hybrid version.

The jacket dries really fast. Multi climate great protection in all elements tested from 45 c to 26 c. Lightweight perfect for traveling long term. 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.

Overall review of the arc teryx beta sl jacket pros. 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. Replacing the venerable beta lt hybrid the beta sl hybrid jacket boasts a lighter design and more packable nature. 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.

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