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Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket vs Rab Vital Solo

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

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Spec Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket Rab Vital Solo
Weight 340 g · 0.340 kg · 0.75 lb
as listed (size not stated on page)
 180 g · 0.180 kg · 0.40 lb
Brand Arc'teryx Rab
Category Clothing - Outer Layer Clothing - Outer Layer
Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket
340 g

Versatile 3-layer GORE-TEX rain jacket for hiking and alpine use. Minimalist design with two hand pockets and a helmet-compatible StormHood for full protection.

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Rab Vital Solo
180 g

Ultralight waterproof jacket for trail running.

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Arc'teryx Beta SL Jacket vs Rab Vital Solo: which should you buy?

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