But that’s not to say the Microgravity doesn’t hold its own: We took the jacket hiking in the stormy Cerro Castillo range of Patagonia, and were impressed with its performance, comfort, and breathability. OR keeps the price low by using their in-house AscentShell membrane rather than Gore-Tex, in addition to a relatively thin build and run-of-the-mill feature set. Most hardshells start their bidding around $400, so Outdoor Research’s $279 Microgravity is a really nice option to have on your radar.
What we don’t: Thinner and less refined than the premium competition. What we like: Softshell-like comfort and excellent weather resistance for just $279. See the Men's Arc'teryx Beta AR See the Women's Arc'teryx Beta ARīest Budget Hardshell Jacket 2. Editor's note: Arc'teryx also makes the Beta AR StormHood, which features a streamlined hood design that reduces the weight to 14.9 ounces. It’s true that the Alpha SV below is tougher and has a slimmer and longer cut, and you can save weight by choosing one of the thinner options below, but for all-around backcountry use, the Beta AR is best in class. The 80-denier Gore-Tex on the shoulders may add weight, but it’s built to handle backpack straps and rain or snowfall. And it’s downright comfortable for a hardshell with lightweight 40-denier fabric on the body. The shell is properly outfitted for mountain use with a tall collar, fantastic hood with easy adjustability, and just-right fit for layering and mobility.
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The Beta AR’s top-end Gore-Tex Pro fabric offers a high level of performance, but it’s the detailing that sets the jacket apart. And Arc’teryx honed things in even further last year with improved durability and a RECCO reflector for avalanche scenarios. The proven design is plenty tough to withstand brutal alpine conditions without compromising on comfort and breathability for everything from ski hut trips to backpacking.
Among the many options in their extensive lineup, the Beta AR is the quintessential do-all hardshell and our top pick for this winter.
You pay a premium over the competition but nothing else on the market matches the combination of performance, fit, and craftsmanship. Hands down, Arc’teryx makes our favorite hardshell jackets. What we don’t: Expensive, and not ideal for fast-and-light trips. What we like: Excels in just about every category. Best Ultralight and Packable Hardshell: Patagonia Storm10īest Overall Hardshell Jacket 1.Best Performance Hardshell for Extreme Conditions: Arc’teryx Alpha SV.Best Budget Hardshell Jacket: Outdoor Research Microgravity.
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