Arc’teryx Beta Jacket
Gore-Tex all-rounder- Membrane
- GORE-TEX ePE (PFC-free) with C-KNIT backer; 80D face fabric
- Weight
- 13.2 oz / 375 g
- Hood
- Adjustable low-profile StormHood with single pull adjuster
- Price range
- $$$
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Hard shells
Fully waterproof, windproof shells for rain and mountain weather.
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| Product | Weight | Type | Waterproofing | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor ResearchOutdoor Research Helium UL JacketUltralight packable | 5.7 oz / 162 g | 2.75-layer waterproof/breathable rain shell | Toray Dermizax 2.75L on 15D nylon ripstop | $$ | View optionsat Amazon · Paid link |
| MarmotMarmot PreCip Eco Rain JacketPit zips, packs in pocket | 11 oz / 305 g | Waterproof/breathable rain jacket | Marmot NanoPro Eco | Not listed | View optionsat Amazon · Paid link |
| Arc'teryxArc’teryx Beta JacketGore-Tex all-rounder | 13.2 oz / 375 g | 3-layer waterproof/breathable hard shell | GORE-TEX ePE | $$$ | View optionsat Amazon · Paid link |
| PatagoniaPatagonia Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket3-layer everyday rain shell | 14.1 oz / 400 g | 3-layer waterproof/breathable rain shell | PU membrane with 13% biobased content | $$ | View optionsat Amazon · Paid link |
| Helly HansenHelly Hansen Verglas 3L Shell Jacket 2.0Helmet-ready mountain shell | 22.9 oz / 650 g | 3-layer waterproof/breathable hard shell | HELLY TECH Professional | Not listed | View optionsat Amazon · Paid link |
| Black DiamondBlack Diamond StormLine Stretch Rain ShellStretchy, packs small | Not listed | Waterproof rain shell with stretch fabric | BD.dry | Not listed | View optionsat Amazon · Paid link |
| The North FaceThe North Face Antora JacketMesh-lined everyday shell | Not listed | 2-layer waterproof/breathable rain jacket | DryVent 2L on 70D x 70D recycled nylon ripstop | $ | View optionsat Amazon · Paid link |
Price: $ under $150 · $$ $150–299 · $$$ $300+, from each maker's US list price (checked October 2026). Sale prices at retailers vary; check the current price before you buy.
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