Connecting with mountain nature happens in different ways – backpacking big terrain, hiking through a sea of trees, powering up a peak to take in the view.
The Beta’s versatility frees you to explore your way. Durably waterproof and windproof, its GORE-TEX fabric with GORE C-KNIT™ backer technology is quiet, soft, and engineered for enhanced breathability.
A streamlined hood quickly adjusts with a single pull, and the trim fit accommodates light layers and is patterned for mobility and freedom.
- Waterproof
- Windproof
- Breathable
- Lightweight
- Durable
- Micro-seam allowance (1.6 mm) reduces bulk and weight
- Laminated high-strength hanger loop
- Taped seams for added weatherproofing
- Trim fit with articulated patterning for mobility and freedom
- Anatomical shaping for fit and comfort
- No-lift gusseted underarms
- Low profile hood
- Single pull adjuster does not restrict vision
- Stand up collar
- WaterTight™ Vislon front zip with chin guard
- Laminated hem
- Dual lower hem adjusters
- Two high-volume hand pockets with WaterTight™ zippers
- Internal laminated pocket with zip
- Note: WaterTight™ zippers are highly water-resistant, but not waterproof. We do not recommend keeping items in your pockets that may be damaged by moisture
- Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria
Care and maintenance
To keep your outdoor clothing and equipment in tip top condition and performing to its maximum we recommend the use of Nikwax products. We have been using Nikwax products since day one (26th March 1986) and have found them to be totally reliable, dependable and effective. Today’s Nikwax treatments contain environmentally friendly elastic water-repellent polymers that bond to fabric fibres, leaving the spaces between open and breathable. These stretchy polymers are able to stretch and move with the fabric so they stay put for longer and work better.
Nikwax treatments will not change the look or feel of the fabric and they are all water based, environmentally safe, non-flammable and contain no nasty Fluorocarbons. Nikwax products can be used to clean, re-proof and revitalise all your outdoor technical clothing and equipment.
Waterproof breathable clothing has a durable water-repellent (DWR) finish applied to the face fabric during the manufacturing process. The DWR forces water to bead up and roll off the surface therefore preventing the fabric from absorbing moisture. If the outside of your jacket is soaked in a layer of cold water, the warm damp air within can’t escape and will condense on the inside. This makes the jacket feel cold clammy and can make you think that it’s leaking. The DWR finish is not permanent and needs to be maintained and revitalised to optimise performance.
This three layer waterproof jacket should be cleaned regularly with Nikwax Tech Wash; I wash my jacket about once a month, or more often if it gets really filthy. Regular washing with Tech Wash will maintain the DWR for longer and remove salts and oils that can contaminate the fabric, and it will keep your lovely jacket clean and smelling fresh. Washing can be done in a machine according to the manufacturers care guidelines (on the internal label). First clean out any detergent and conditioner residue from the machine dispenser and then add the required amount of Tech Wash and away you go. Hand washing is also suitable but be sure to rinse the garment well.
When you notice that rain/water is no longer beading up and rolling off it’s time to re-proof. Nikwax TX Direct will re-instate a long lasting DWR to completely rejuvenate your jacket. Re-proofing can also be done in the machine once a garment has been washed. Just add the TX-Direct and use the same programme you used for washing. You can also use the spray-on product on a damp garment that has just been washed.
You wouldn’t buy a Ferrari and never have it serviced, so make sure you regularly wash and re-proof your quality kit.