Arc teryx s beta sl hybrid is a versatile and weather worthy shell designed to be used for a variety of activities.
Beta sl hybrid review.
Parts of the beta jacket have the same 40 denier face fabric as the zeta sl but the beta sl hybrid features the c knit backing in high wear areas for durability and abrasion resistance.
The beta sl is a sort of jack of all trades rain jacket.
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.
Man it was cold.
Updated superlight n40r gore tex fabric with new paclite plus product technology in the body for enhanced next to skin comfort.
Arc teryx beta sl hybrid review.
The beta sl hybrid jacket from arc teryx is a significant upgrade from the previous non hybrid version.
The 3l gore c knit ensures that high use areas on the jacket remain durably waterproof.
Gear review of the arc teryx beta sl hybrid origins.
The beta sl hybrid delivers a lightweight package and versatile design.
Greenland was experiencing an unusually cold winter and it hit its peak as we arrived minus 42 c.
Because the beta sl is ultralight packs down nicely and offers decent breathability it is an ideal candidate for a long term backpacking or.
Because of this arc teryx markets the beta sl hybrid as a tough backpacking layer whereas the zeta sl is an emergency shell for hiking.
This jacket is best used as an everyday rain jacket for time spent outdoors abroad or in town.
Another option in arc teryx s superlight category is the zeta sl built for summer hiking and trekking the zeta sl lacks the strategically placed 3 layer gore tex of the beta instead opting for 2 layer gore tex with paclite plus throughout which.
Whether you are conquering the town or the trail the beta sl is meant to keep you dry and comfortable.
The biggest test of all for the arc teryx beta sl hybrid jacket was during a 2 day dog sled expedition from ilulissat in north western greenland to atartup illuara nunatarsuaq.
Last year we loved the beta sl for its impressive lightweight and also for the breathable and supple fabric.
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