REI Is Quietly Selling Arc’teryx’s Super Light Trail Jacket Way Below Retail - Gear Patrol

What the report says

Gear Patrol reported that REI has discounted Arc’teryx’s Beta SL jacket, a lightweight waterproof shell aimed at hikers, climbers and other outdoor users. The article, published and updated July 20, 2026, says the sale is most notable for shoppers willing to accept specific colors rather than waiting for a broader markdown across the full lineup.

According to Gear Patrol, the men’s Arc’teryx Beta SL is being offered by REI for $300 in the Mantis/Tatsu colorway and in limited sizes of Vitality II, compared with a listed retail price of $500. The women’s version is listed at $410 in Dynasty/Carmine, also against a $500 regular price. The article says men’s sizes in the green Mantis/Tatsu option remained available from small through XXL, while the women’s red colorway was available from XS through XL at the time of writing.

The report highlights the Beta SL as Arc’teryx’s lightest Beta jacket and notes several technical features: Gore-Tex construction with a C-Knit backer, a PFC-free ePE membrane, helmet-compatible StormHood, pit zips, adjustable cuffs and hem, zippered pockets and a Recco reflector for emergency search assistance. Gear Patrol lists the jacket weight at 10.6 ounces for a women’s small and 12 ounces for a men’s medium.

The deal matters because Arc’teryx shells are often priced at the premium end of the outdoor apparel market, and markdowns on popular technical pieces can be limited by color and size availability. Readers should verify current pricing and stock directly with REI, as sale inventory can change quickly.