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For an 11-ounce jacket, the Zeta is surprisingly durable this not only saves weight but makes it less prone to peeling after extended use. The inside of the chin area has an additional layer of nylon to combat the wearer's sweat from clogging the pores of the membrane, which can cause it to break down or delaminate prematurely. The Zeta is one of the most robust jackets we tested, which is particularly impressive, considering it weighs only 11.3 ounces. The Outdoor Research Foray and Marmot Minimalist edged out the Zeta in the durability metric (mostly due to their slightly thicker face fabric), but both of these models are heavier and we didn't find the Zeta far less durable.

Zeta SL has been tested for durability and storms, is one of the most weather resistant models we reviewed. It excels in shower or garden hose tests but also performed well during real world backpacking trips with wet conditions over fall season near Pacific Northwest. I hope this helped !

From a value standpoint, several other Gore-Tex Paclite models cost less and score similarly in our tests. In some cases, they might even offer a particular advantage, like the Outdoor Research Foray, which provides better ventilation, or the Marmot Minimalist, which is slightly more durable, though both are also 50 percent heavier and less packable. So while they have a few advantages, they aren two of the best deals on Gore-Tex jackets are the Marmot Minimalist and the REI XeroDry, but even those can't match the all-around performance that you'll find with the Zeta SL.

The Arc'teryx jacket for women is available in a range of sizes, ranging from XS to XL. It features a 3-layer Gore Tex lining with a C-Knit backer. The jacket's relaxed fit and low-profile hood ensure maximum comfort. The jacket also features a removable hood and a front zip for ease of entry and removal.