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The North Face Decagon Jacket

Men's Clothing > Jackets & VestsRated: **** by 13 reviews. Also available for: Women

Mountain Gear

There's nothing square about the Decagon Jacket from The North Face - a waterproof, breathable jacket with fully sealed seams and an adjustable hood for protection. While you're assured of bomber protection, rotated pit-zip vents provide the ventilation you need and 8 specialized pockets ensure that you never run out of places to put things.

Features:

  • 8 specialized pockets: 2 chest pockets, 2 handwarmer zip pockets, 1 bicep and 1 wrist accessory pocket with goggle cloth, internal media security pocket, and an internal goggle pocket
  • Buddy lift clip
  • Get a little extra heat retention with the interior Thermoliner 1 backing
  • Keep wind and snow out with the powder skirt with elastic gripper, pant-a-locks, and the adjustable hem system
  • Pull up the adjustable, fixed hood for added weather protection, and when you need to cool down, unzip the rotated core pit-zip vents
  • Weather any storm in waterproof, seam-sealed HyVent shell fabric – it’s totally breathable to keep you dry during aerobic activities

Zappos.com (2009)

Keeping riders warm and dry while ripping new lines or holding out in thick winter squalls.
Although this jacket is not reversible, it is shown reversed in the multi-view to display its internal features.
Waterproof, breathable, and fully seam sealed material provides excellent protection against wet climates and rain.
Full front zip closure with storm flap.
Adjustable fixed hood.
Two hand warmer pockets with zip closure.
Two patch chest pockets with flap closure.
Bicep and wrist accessory pocket with goggle cloth included.
Hook and loop adjustable cuffs to seal out the elements.
One internal media security pocket and one internal goggle pocket.
Powder skirt with elastic gripper.
Pant-a-locks keep you secured in.
Rotated core pit-zip vents provide excellent circulation.
Adjustable hem system.
Buddy lift clip.
HyVent 2L fox faille nylon shell.
Freeride-embossed taffeta lining.
Machine wash warm then tumble dry low.
Product measurements were taken using size MD. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Waterproof and breathable, The North Face Decagon jacket keeps riders dry and protected while ripping the powder or riding the chair. Eight total pockets stash essentials you need.

Features:

  • Adjustable fixed hood
  • Adjustable hem system
  • Bicep and wrist accessory pocket with goggle cloth
  • Buddy lift clip
  • Embossed taffeta lining
  • Fully seam sealed to keep out moisture
  • Handwarmer zip pockets
  • Hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs
  • Internal goggle pocket
  • Internal media security pocket
  • Nylon shell fabric backed by waterproof, breathable HyVent coating
  • Pant-a-locks secure jacket to pants
  • Powder skirt with elastic gripper
  • Rotated core pit-zip vents to regulate internal temperature
  • Two chest pockets

Backcountry.com Outlet

With waterproof breathable fabric and fully taped seams, The North Face Men's Decagon Jacket keeps you dry as you snorkel through fresh pow. A gripper powder skirt blocks blowing snow, and the Decagon's hood protects your dome. Stash your music player and goggles in the internal pockets, and keep a trail map and keys in the chest cargo pockets. A small goggle cloth in the wrist pocket keeps your optics fog-free. The North Face’s Pants-a-lock system lets you hook the jacket to your ski pants for an even more bomber seal against the snow.


The North Face

Keeping riders warm and dry while ripping the pow, or riding the chair back to top, this waterproof, breathable, fully seam sealed jacket provides versatile, durable coverage to stay dry and warm in thick winter squalls. Eight total pockets provide space to stash all the essentials you need at 11,500 feet.

Features:

  • Adjustable fixed hood
  • Adjustable hem system
  • Bicep and wrist accessory pocket with goggle cloth
  • Buddy lift clip
  • Features
  • Handwarmer zip pockets
  • Hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs
  • Internal goggle pocket
  • Internal media security pocket
  • Pant-a-locks
  • Powder skirt with elastic gripper
  • Rotated core pit-zip vents
  • Two chest pockets
  • Versatility and comfort in a camo print make this a top-shelf pick for powder days
  • Waterproof, breathable, fully seam sealed

This description was also provided by: USOutdoor.com


Altrec

Versatility, comfort, and waterproof breathability in a camo print make The North Face Decagon Jacket for Men a top-shelf pick for powder days.

Features:

  • Adjustable fixed hood
  • Adjustable hem system
  • Bicep and wrist accessory pocket with goggle cloth
  • Buddy lift clip
  • Fabric: shell: HyVent™ 2L foxfaille
  • Handwarmer zip pockets
  • Hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs
  • Internal goggle pocket
  • Internal media security pocket
  • Lining: Freeride embossed taffeta, Thermoliner I
  • Pant-a-locks
  • Powder skirt with elastic gripper
  • Rotated core pit-zip vents
  • Two chest pockets
  • Waterproof, breathable, fully seam sealed

Backcountry.com

Skip your mid-day, hot cocoa stop by the fire to dry out your baselayer with the help of the fully seam sealed The North Face Men’s Decagon Jacket. The two-layer HyVent shell will keep you dry when the sky is puking fluffy white gold, while the Thermoliner 1 lining helps you stay warm. This shell isn’t fully insulated, so you’ll have to layer up on those ice cold days, but it will help fend off minor chills.


O2GearShop.com (Fall 2008)

The Men's Decagon Jacket by The North Face is versatility, comfort, and waterproof breathability in a camo print make this a top-shelf pick for powder days.

Features:

  • Adjustable fixed hood
  • Adjustable hem system
  • Bicep and wrist accessory pocket with goggle cloth
  • Buddy lift clip
  • Handwarmer zip pockets
  • Hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs
  • Internal goggle pocket
  • Internal media security pocket
  • Pant-a-locks
  • Powder skirt with elastic gripper
  • Rotated core pit-zip vents
  • Two chest pockets
  • Waterproof, breathable, fully seam sealed

TetonVillageSports.com

This waterproof, breathable jacket keeps riders warm while they're stuck on a chairlift, comfortable as they contemplate which cliff to huck, and prevents them from overheating on warmer days on the mountain. Extremely versatile, the Decagon Jacket is fully seam sealed and has an adjustable drop hood, allowing the rider different options for dealing with the cold temps.


Appalachain Outdoors

Keeping riders warm and dry while ripping the pow, or riding the chair back to top, this waterproof, breathable, fully seam sealed jacket from The North Face provides versatile, durable coverage to stay dry and warm in thick winter squalls.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Breathable Rating:Not specified
Core Venting:Underarm zip vents
External Pockets:6
Fabric:lining: Freeride embossed taffeta, Thermoliner I
Hood:Fixed
Insulation:None
Internal Pockets:1
Liner fabric:100% nylon taffeta
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:[Shell] HyVent 2L foxfaille; [Lining] Freeride embossed taffeta, Thermoliner 1
Media Pocket:Yes
Pockets:2 Hand-warmer, 2 chest, 1 internal media, 1 internal goggle
Powder Skirt:Yes
Primary Use:Ski/Board
Recommended Use:Skiing, snowboarding
Seam Taped:Yes, fully
Shell fabric:100% nylon
Snow Skirt:Yes
Ventilation:Core zippers
Waterproof Material:HyVent coating
Waterproof Rating:Not specified
Waterproofing:polyurethane coating
Weather Conditions:Snow
Windproof:Yes
Zip-in Compatibility:No

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

ColorSize
SmallMediumLargeExtra LargeExtra Extra Large
Bittersweet Brown
Bittersweet Brown
199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00
Cedar Tan
Cedar Tan
198.95199.002 More...198.95198.955 More...198.95198.956 More...198.95198.955 More...198.95199.00203.00
Loden Green
Loden Green
125.26    
Mutant Green
Mutant Green
199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00199.00
Hilo Blue
Hilo Blue
198.95199.00198.95198.952 More...198.95198.952 More...198.95198.952 More...198.95199.00
Black
Black
125.26199.002 More...199.00199.00203.00199.00199.002 More...169.95198.955 More...169.95198.955 More...
Cherry Brown
Cherry Brown
 199.00199.00199.00199.00
Cherry Stain Brown
Cherry Stain Brown
198.95199.00198.95198.953 More...198.95198.953 More...198.95198.953 More...198.95198.952 More...

Legend

  •     - The North Face
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - O2GearShop.com (Fall 2008)
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Zappos.com (2009)
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Backcountry.com Outlet
  •     - TetonVillageSports.com
  •     - Altrec

The North Face Decagon Jacket Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****3
****9
***1
**0
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Positive Reviews:

Pocket space

Rating:****

I like to have lots of pockets for all the things I never carry on me... But if I wanted to, I could. This is why I was interested in the decagon. I use this jacket for colder rainy days, water beads really well off of it. It has a powder skirt and goggle/ipod pocket and would make a good ski/snowboard jacket though I imagine you'd want a decent midlayer underneath on the colder snow days. It's light enough to cram into a backpack (but would take most the space) it's more bulky than a plain windbreaker. This thing also has a soft liner on the chin area for when you need the hood. The only reason I rated this 4 stars out of 5 is the velcro on the hand pockets, it's an extra 2 seconds of hassle I shouldn't have to deal with (to get my hands past both velcro and zippers just to get into the pockets). As somebody reviewed before, zippers alone would have sufficed on the hand warmer pockets. Other than that this is a great jacket that with the proper layering can keep you warm in almost any weather.

sho2897632 at Backcountry.com Outlet on 03/08/2009

Decent Jacket

Rating:****

I've skied in this jacket for two seasons now and have been pretty pleased with it. It has proven very durable and shows no signs of wear when it definitely should. It's not the warmest jacket, so layering is a must on those cold days, which brings me to my first quibble. There isn't a whole lot of room in the shoulders, so you feel a little constricted when layering. It is also too short in length. Granted, I'm a skinny 6'4" wearing a large, but it still seems short. Another issue is the zippers. The fabric in the pockets and the pit-zip vents FREQUENTLY get caught in the zippers. Those are really my only complaints. I've never been wet, even when it started to rain a little and it stops the wind very well. On warm spring days, the vents cool you off quickly.

P-Wat at Backcountry.com Outlet on 12/11/2008

Beefy and Comfy!

Rating:****

The main thing I was looking for was durability, and you'll see when you first grab the jacket that it's got that, plus a lot of great extra features like the hidden hood and waste toggles, the streamlined permanent hood, and pit vents. I ski MN, so it's cold and icy most of the season. The Decagon kept me plenty warm when used w/ proper baselayers (capeline and North Face Windwall fleece). The taffeta (woven synthetic fabric) lining provides added warmth and the shell by itself was great for late season adventures as it kept me cool and dry. The sizing is a little larger than normal... a medium fit me perfect, when I usually wear a large. Summing up the review. I look forward to many years of warmth, comfort and style w/ this jacket and it didn't dent my pocketbook.

Andy Hamm at Backcountry.com Outlet on 03/30/2009

good coat for the $$

Rating:*****

I picked up this coat a few weeks ago and have found it to be a good buy. I'm a fan of the large pockets which are big enough to hold a camera and/or some food without looking bulky. I've clipped a few trees and the outer layer held up fine. I have not taken it on a tour of more than a few hours and do not know how it handles compared to its more technical counterparts, but for pounding bc laps here in CO it has been perfect. Great pickup for under $200.

jkroeker at Backcountry.com Outlet on 02/02/2009

nice jacket

Rating:****

Just recieved my coat today, nice coat was as I expected gonna put it to use soon . Two small gripes,1.) description says theres a wrist pocket with a goggle wipe? not too be found on my coat! 2.) the Loden green is darker than the loden green on my monte cargo pants ,more like a military green! No biggie can still shred two tone! service was great shipped 2nd day small gaf with the billing backcountry upgraded me next day poof! and there it was the next day. great job!

Phil M. at Backcountry.com Outlet on 12/12/2008

great jacket, long arms

Rating:****

This is a great ski jacket. I usually wear a NF medium, so I ordered one and am a bit disappointed by the long arms that bunch up. Its mainly an aesthetic issue, but I would say this jacket runs a little larger than most. Also, there is no goggle wipe, which was mentioned in another review, so maybe the description should be modified. Another strange issue with this jacket is the lower pockets, with zips and velcro they aren't meant for keeping your hands warm, just storage. Overall: sweet.

DJ at Backcountry.com Outlet on 12/29/2008

Nice jacket but small hood

Rating:****

bough the aster blue at the beginning of the season. Heard many complements on the mountain about the color and kept me warm in varying temperature ranging from -17 through upper 30's. My only complaint is the size of the hood. It's a bit too small. Won't fit a helmet.

alex at Backcountry.com Outlet on 02/19/2009

My son's pleased

Rating:****

I bought this jacket for my teenaged son, it was thinner than we expected and we ended up getting a fleece to wear underneath for colder/snowy days. But all in all he was happy which is a mean feat for a teenager, whose mind/taste changes every 3 seconds.

chr2562019 at Backcountry.com Outlet on 12/16/2008

Nice design

Rating:****
Very nice and modern design, blocks rain complately. From the look of it I also thought it was going to heavier and warmer but anyway this one is good for all times except freezing winter.
Anonymous at Altrec on 11/14/2008

Solid and Stylin' Shell

Rating:*****

I bought the aster blue and boy is that puppy bright! The color grew on me and now I love it. Nice slimmer cut and longer arms. Huge front pockets make it even better.

asn2921020 at Backcountry.com Outlet on 03/18/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Nice overall but baggy fit

Rating:***

I have a variation of the jacket called the Decatric. The only difference I'm aware of is that mine came with a soft shell jacket that is removable. I like this jacket a lot but there are a few things that bother me. I usually use Patagonia stuff which is pretty minimalist so this North Face piece is a different experience. First, I noticed that the fabric is pretty loud. It crinkles a lot and announces you when you walk into the room. Also, the fit is quite baggy. Like the other reviewer said, the arms are long and they styling is roomy, presumably to allow for underlayers. For my tastes though, it could be trimmed down a bit. The jacket holds up well in wet weather. I went up to the snow and it did well in rainy, and later snowy, conditions. The hood has a nice trim fit. I don't understand the velcro AND zippered handwarmer pockets. A simple storm flap over the zipper would have been sufficient. It's like they're trying to keep your hands OUT. Overall, a good jacket but I paid quite a bit less than full price. For full price, you're better off looking elsewhere. -http://patagoniacommunity.blogspot.com/

PatagoniaCommunity.blogspot at Backcountry.com Outlet on 01/07/2009