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The North Face Mossbud 1/4 Zip

Women's Clothing > Fleece & Base LayersRated: ***** by 41 reviews. Also available for: Girls

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Mossbud 1/4 Zip Pullover by The North Face makes those blankets with sleeves look like tinfoil.  The Mossbud is made with Mossbud Fleece that is soft, cozy, and thermally efficient designed to keep you warm and snuggly during the cold winter months. With a drop tail hem you have protection for your lower back, and with the deep zip you ventilate more air during highly aerobic workouts. A great alternative to a fleece jacket or bulky pullover.

Features:

  • Kangaroo pocket
  • Quick drying
  • Soft, bubblecomb fabric at interior neck for warmth
  • Supersoft, cozy, Sherpa fleece
  • Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) 50

Mountain Gear

Wrap up in warm polyester fleece and tuck your hands into a deep, front kangaroo pocket with the Mossbud 1/4 Zip from The North Face. Layer this fleece underneath a shell for combined weather protection and insulation on the mountain or wear it alone on a frosty fall evening.

Features:

  • Block cool air with the high neckline and warm your hands in the large kangaroo pocket
  • Cool down quickly by unzipping the deep 1/4 zip
  • Snuggle into the protective warmth of thermally efficient polyester fleece, and afford yourself sun protection as the fabric has a UPF rating of 50

Zappos.com (2009)

A thermally efficient fleece pullover with the ability to keep you nice and warm with its soft, stretchy fabric.
Deep 1/4 front-zip neck closure.
High collar with contrast Fuji fabric inside the neck.
One large kangaroo pocket with The North Face logo tab.
Raglan sleeves.
Drop tail hem.
T50 g/m² Mossbud 100% polyester fleece.
Machine wash cold, tumble dry low.
Product measurements were taken using size MD. Please note that measurements may vary by size.


FogDog Sports

Chill out in the comfortable and cozy Mossbud women's quarter-zip fleece from The North Face(r). It's crafted using a UPF 50 UV-protective fabric that shields your skin from harmful sun damage. A soft bubblecomb fabric at the interior neck provides added warmth.

Features:

  • 100% polyester fleece
  • Kangaroo pocket
  • Made in China
  • Quarter-zip pullover
  • Quick drying
  • Soft bubblecomb fabric at interior neck for warmth
  • UPF 50 UV protection

Backcountry.com Outlet

Layer The North Face Women's Mossbud ¼ Zip Fleece under a winter jacket on cold-weather hikes, and wear this pullover on its own on chilly fall nights. The soft fleece fabric keeps you warm, and the zip front lets you dump heat quickly before you start to sweat. A soft mesh liner on the Mossbud Zip Fleece's neck, cuffs, and hem prevents chaffing.

This description was also provided by: Backcountry.com


O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)

Designed with a super comfortable, stretchy fabric, The North Face Women's Mossbud 1/4 Zip is an easy pullover for women to sport on an approach, or to the gym.

Features:

  • Contrast Fuji fabric inside neck collar
  • Deep front-zip neck
  • Drop tail hem
  • Fabric: 450 g/m2 Mossbud 100% polyester fleece
  • Kangaroo pocket
  • Soft, cozy, thermally efficient fleece

This description was also provided by: Altrec


Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

The super soft Mossbud quarter-zip is made from cozy Sherpa fleece, providing a luxurious layer for women to sport on an approach or to the gym.

Features:

  • Kangaroo pocket
  • Soft, bubblecomb fabric at interior neck for warmth
  • Supersoft, cozy, Sherpa polyester fleece is durable, quick drying and versatile
  • Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) 50

Massey's Outfitters

Contrast Fuji fabric inside neck collar
Deep front-zip neck
Drop tail hem
Fabric: 450 g/m2 Mossbud 100% polyester fleece
Kangaroo pocket
Soft, cozy, thermally efficient fleece
Style Number: ABXM


Ramsey Outdoor

Supersoft, cozy, Sherpa fleece.

Features:

  • Kangaroo pocket.
  • Quick drying.
  • Soft, bubblecomb fabric at interior neck for warmth.
  • Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) 50.

Appalachain Outdoors

When you're feeling cold, pull on this soft Mossbud top from The North Face. It will keep you cozy and warm.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Fabric:450 g/m2 Mossbud 100% polyester fleece
Fleece Weight:Midweight
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:100% Polyester
Materials:450 g/m Mossbud - 100% polyester fleece
Pockets:1 Kangaroo
Recommended Use:Layering, hiking, skiing, casual
Windproof:No

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Sometimes, we can't be sure that the product is the same across the stores that offer its, so you may find the same product listed more then once on GearBuyer.com, we these list highly similar products below.

The North Face Mossbud Fleece PantThe North Face Mossbud Fleece Pant$64.95 - $79.95
The North Face Mossbud Quarter ZipThe North Face Mossbud Quarter Zip$80.00

Sometimes brands make complementary products for the opposite gender that coordinate with this product, we also try to show these products below.

The North Face Mossbud 1/4 ZipThe North Face Mossbud 1/4 Zip - Girl's$44.00 - $55.00
The North Face Mossbud 1/4 Zip Long Sleeve TopThe North Face Mossbud 1/4 Zip Long Sleeve Top - Girl's$55.00
The North Face 1/4 ZipThe North Face 1/4 Zip - Girl's$35.00
The North Face 1/4 ZipThe North Face 1/4 Zip - Boys$27.98 - $35.00

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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
Extra SmallSmallMediumLargeExtra LargeExtra Extra LargeN/A
Bacio Brown / Aurora Pink
Bacio Brown / Aurora Pink
79.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9579.992 More...79.9579.992 More...79.9580.0084.0084.00 
Bacio Brown/
Bacio Brown/
69.0079.9569.0079.9579.9579.9579.9579.9579.9580.0079.9579.9580.00  
Alba Green
Alba Green
      47.9747.97
Vine Green
Vine Green
 79.9580.0080.0079.9580.0079.9580.00   
Blue Tide
Blue Tide
80.0079.9579.9579.9579.95  
Blue Tide/ Denim Blue
Blue Tide/ Denim Blue
79.9579.95     
Blue Tide / Denim Blue
Blue Tide / Denim Blue
79.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9584.0084.00 
Denim Blue
Denim Blue
80.0079.9579.992 More...79.9579.9980.0079.9579.9980.00   
Knight Purple
Knight Purple
80.0080.0080.0080.0080.00  
Knight Purple / Pumice Grey
Knight Purple / Pumice Grey
84.0079.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0080.0084.0080.0084.00 
Knight Purple/
Knight Purple/
79.9579.9579.9579.9579.9579.9579.9579.9579.95 
Aurora Pink
Aurora Pink
84.0080.0084.0080.0084.0080.0084.0079.9580.0084.0084.00 
Chili/ Pumice
Chili/ Pumice
  79.9579.95   
Black
Black
69.0080.0069.0080.0080.0080.0080.00  
Black / Pumice Grey
Black / Pumice Grey
79.9580.0084.0079.9579.992 More...79.9579.992 More...79.9579.992 More...79.9579.992 More...84.00 
Moonlight Ivory
Moonlight Ivory
   79.9579.9579.9580.00 
Moonlight Ivory / Pumice Grey
Moonlight Ivory / Pumice Grey
80.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9580.0084.0079.9584.0084.00 
Pumice Grey
Pumice Grey
79.9584.0084.0080.0084.0079.9580.0084.0084.0084.00 
Black/ Pumice Grey
Black/ Pumice Grey
79.9579.9579.9564.9579.9579.9579.9579.9579.9579.95  

Legend

  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - FogDog Sports
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - Zappos.com (2009)
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Backcountry.com Outlet
  •     - O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)
  •     - Massey's Outfitters
  •     - Altrec

The North Face Mossbud 1/4 Zip Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****19
****4
***0
**0
*0
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Reviews:

Rating:*****
I love my Mossbud fleece! I have two! They are so cozy and warm! When it's cold out I layer a long sleeve tee under my Mossbud fleece and I'm toasty warm. They are incredibly soft!! I did find that they appear to run very small. I am 5'5, 110 pounds and I initially ordered a small as North Face gear tends to be on the larger side in my past experience. I was wrong with the Mossbud. I didn't like the way it felt at all. Too snug and I'm a fairly scrawny person! I sent it back and ordered a large, which was much better. I can move and fit a layer underneath and not feel bulked up or constricted. Also, after a few washings the super softness tends to disappear. It's still soft but not quite the same way as it was when it was brand new. No big deal though, it is still very warm and cozy. I live in mine all winter long and winter is long around here!
Anonymous at Zappos.com (2009) on 10/17/2009

very warm! runs small

Rating:*****

this is a wonderful winter layer. So cuddly and extremely warm. If you are a hot natured person, this is not a "sweatshirt" type fleece you would want to wear around the house. It is WARM. As someone who is constantly freezing, I LOVE IT.

This fleece runs rather small. I am 5 feet 5 inches tall and weigh110 pounds. I ordered a large b/c I like a roomy fit. Had I ordered an XS it would have been very fitted. A large is a nice length and size and gives me room to breathe!

Be forewarned, everyone will want to give you a hug when you are wearing this fleece. It's so cuddly and fuzzy. It's fabulous! I ordered the Brown color with the pink lining on the collar. It looks great.

Anonymous at Backcountry.com on 11/13/2008

Follow The Care Instructions!!!

Rating:*****

Perhaps this should go without saying but definitely follow the care instructions and do not dry it! I LOVE this fleece. It is very warm and comfortable and snuggly. However after just a few (maybe 3 or 4) washings, it has definitely lost its luster - the super soft "furry" look to it. I did not wash it on delicate as recommended and I did dry it (which the tag says you can do but suggests line drying for best results). I would be even more devastated if I had paid full price! I am normally between a S and XS. I have the XS and like the fit although I don't layer much or at all underneath.

Jami at Backcountry.com on 04/30/2009

Love it!

Rating:*****

Bought one for myself in November and fell in love with it. Its sooo soft that people will want to "pet you". Its also very warm, probably the warmest shirt I own. My boyfriend bought me another one in a different color for Christmas and I ended up buying one for my mom for her birthday. I usually wear a medium or large because I like a little room and I ended up going with a large in this. My mom is usually a medium and also preferred the large.

SarahT at Backcountry.com on 01/29/2009

Like a stuffed animal

Rating:*****

I bought this for my sister in-law for Christmas and she loved it. She said it felt like wearing a stuffed animal. She usually wears a S or M, and by looking at other reviews I decided on getting the large since everyone seemed to say it fit really small. Unfortunately, it was a tad too big. So we're exchanging it for the medium. I think the lesson there is go up a 1/2 size, not a full size.

Justin Mool at Backcountry.com on 01/02/2009

Great gift -- I love it

Rating:*****

I was the recipient of this great gift from TToister. I love it. I tend to always be cold, and it is incredibly warm and cozy. I am a size small (5'5", 108 lbs.) and the size small fits me perfectly -- I would not want it any larger. Plenty of room for a layer underneath. Also, it is very cute (I got it in green)-- I have gotten compliments from the first time I wore it.

Anonymous at Backcountry.com on 03/20/2009

My Favorite Fleece

Rating:*****

This is the warmest fleece I own. It is great on winter hikes. It is super comfortable and so soft. I loved it so much I even bought the pants that match. It does run a little small. I am always a medium in North Face products but I needed a large. The medium was too form fitting and too short.

Christine at Backcountry.com on 12/15/2008

WARM WARM WARM

Rating:*****

Great fleece. I forgot my ski jacket once last winter, and ended up wearing this instead... and I was actually warm enough! It's really soft, fuzzy, and people may even want to pet you. I found that it runs true to size. I got my normal size, and it fits perfectly...

EMH at Backcountry.com

my daughter loves it

Rating:****

My 13 year old daughter loves this super soft, furry pullover. It was a different alternative to the regular North Face fleeces and she can wear the black one with her school uniform. The extra-small fits her perfectly, however she is young and thin. We are very happy so far.

Lisa Schaad at Backcountry.com on 11/24/2008

Best Xmas Present

Rating:*****

I bought the Mossbud Fleece Top for my daughter for Christmas and she absolutely loves it due to the softness and the warmth. Her regular North Face size is a small but I bought a medium after reading the other reviews. It fits her perfectly.

mar2672323 at Backcountry.com on 01/13/2009