The North Face Pamir Windstopper Jacket

First off, this is a very nicely put together jacket, the seem work is all nicely done, and genrally the combination of panels making up the jacket is well thought out. The first thing I noticed is that the jacket is somewhat unique in that it has a fitted cuff on the sleeves. No elastic here, which gives the jacket less of fleecy look. Also notable is that where the nylon abrasion panels are present, the fabric is reversed, so that the soft fleecy stuff is next to your skin. Otherwise the inside of the material, which is sort of mesh is not especially comfortable against the skin. Also, the collar is a good bit stiffer than on a normal fleece and stands up nicely, which adds to the jacket's appearance. Ok, onto fit. I am 6'2", 200lbs, I wear a 44 long suit jacket, waist 36, and I wear a 17-35 shirt, and the torso of a size XL fits great. The problem with the jacket for me is that the sleeves must be 37" long. Normally, sleeve length isn't an issue for me with a fleece jacket becuase the elastic cuff keeeps the material up above my hands, but becuase this jacket has fitted cuffs, there really isn't anything you can do about it, absent rolling it back on itslef. TNF did include a velcro adjustment tab, but this is largely ornanmental, as the only thing tightening the tab does is create a rather stiff fold. The other problem with fit is that the jacket has very narrow forearms. This is actually what gives the jacket so much of a nice fitted look. However, becuase the fleeece on the top half of the sleeves is inside out, it all wants to stick to whatever you have on underneath. Actually, getting the jacket on over a shirt is a little bit of a struggle. If you are looking to where a t-shirt with the jacket, then this shouldn't be a problem. I got the jacket at a great price, so I might just keep it. If you are looking for something similar, the Windwall I, is a nice alternative, not quite as wind resistant, but more comfortable in the sleeve, and hence a bit more verstile. The weight of both jackets is nealry identical. I really can't figure out why the sleeves on this thing are so long.

I picked this up after I owning both Denali and Pumori. I live in Chicago, but like most of the suburban world, the only daily exposure to the outdoors I get is from building to car, so a big bad parka or shell and fleece is overkill. My daily jacket ends up being the Denali throughout the winter, which gets real cold as soon as there is a light wind. So I picked up the Pumir knowing it wasn't going to be a great insulator but I hoped for more than a typical soft shell. And that is exactly what I got. This jacket is totally windproof with the overall comfort/touch you expect from a fleece. I'd say this insulates about as well as my 200 wt Pumori but you can drive with the window down in your car and hang your elbow out at 50 mph and not experience any wind infiltration. Also a nice plus that wasn't mentioned is that it has a DWR coating on it. The only downside I can think of is that is has a funny smell to it that is taking quite some time to wear off and since it has this beautiful DWR coating, I am hesitant to wash it and watch that fade away into the laundry. Best plus though was the killer price I paid for it on sale, 50% off! BUY IT, YOU KNOW YOU WANT IT!

Windstopper has a reputation as a leading tech fabric. Its strength is lightweight, total windproof, and breathable. All this creates a garment with near perfect comfort. Now owning this jacket for some time and getting a chance to use it hard in a variety of conditions I can vogue for all of these claims. I knew windstopper was some good stuff but i was a little questionable to its Breathability since it is totally windproof. I have found out that it is in fact very breathable and does a outstanding job of keeping you warm and dry, better than any other product i have ever used. Compared to the Windwall 2 jacket this one is more fitted, totally windproof, very breathable, and has abrasion fabric on shoulders upper back and chest and down arms that is water resistant. This jacket will allow for a mid weight base layer and a 100 weight fleece layered under where the windwall 2 is quite baggy and will leave you enough room for another jacket layered under, too much room in my opinion. With all the added benefits this jacket is vastly superior to the windwall 2, especially for the price diff. My bottom line- This jacket is the bomb, get it and be in love. A true 5 star North face product.

After trying out 5 different TNF fleece jackets (khumbu, pumori, impulse, denali, pamir) this is the one. I wanted something to wear October through March in Salt Lake City, sometimes as the outer layer, sometimes as a liner in a shell, and something to stand on it's own in the milder temps (45+). The khumbu was about the right warmth I was looking for, but was too thick in the shoulders/armpit area when layering, and lost a lot of it's warmth with the wind. The pumori was softer and layered better, but just wasn't quite warm enough, same problem with the wind as the Khumbu. The impluse was too thin, and the denali too thick and too warm - although a great product. The Pamir is the one, the windstopper technology allows it to be warm while remaining thinner. Was even fine on it's own in the low 40's with just a short sleeve polo underneath. And a special thanks to backcountry.com for putting up with me buying and returning so many jackets while finding the perfect one.

When I think of a fleece jacket I typically think of a jacket that is thick not heavy but soft and plush. This jacket is soft and slightly plush but by no means is it thick. It is very thin for a fleece and I made the mistake of wearing it in the upper 30s and froze. However, It will stop the wind...it is very good at that. I would say this jacket is a great fall piece. Definitely not a winter piece so dont buy it thinking it will work past october...and october in chicago (depending) can get windy and cold. This is for those cold late August nights thru maybe October jacket. It is around 600g so it might be considered a mid weight jacket but the insulation isnt good past 45 degrees. It has an athletic cut and wrist straps to tighten it up. It is also a gore windstopper...so it will last!! I would really rate this a 3.5 star but backcountry wont do 1/2 stars.

I have been replacing my winter running and outdoor attire a few items at a time. I had a lot of fleece tops that were a bargin, but I know now that low price equals low features. I also have enjoyed my new Illuminite lightweight running jackets that are wind "resistant" and also bought a couple of Windstopper hats, so Lightweight and Windproof has been the theme. This top is amazing. I'm 5'8" and usually buy a L so I can layer. Based on the reviews, I went with a Medium and it's perfect. Got to stand outside with it on in 30 degrees with a slight breeze while I threw Frisbee for the pups and was completely comfortable. The materials and construction is first rate. I have a few other North Face items, but nothing as well made as this jacket. I can see this packed along for hiking and hunting. I may need another.....

Great jacket for chilly days around town or on the slopes. I always wear it snowboarding with a light hoody under it and around town when its warmer than 20 degrees. It is pretty good in light rains as well, and it is completely windproof, just like they claim. There are only a few days that it is not warm warm enough by itself. Have had it for two years and is still my favorite out of my denali, apex and works amazing with my hard shell. Also have a friend who wears it on his motorcycle on spring days. Anyone looking for a light liner/ spring and fall jacket its perfect. Just needs a sweater or hoody when it gets colder out

By cutting the wind, it's as warm as a heavier fleece, but layers easier and moves with you better. Drawstring waist, inside zipper flap, velcro cuffs help to block out weather. Seems just a tiny bit on the short side for length, which helps when active or when under a shell. Breaths well, I don't overheat when stepping indoors while wearing it. Absolutely solid for temps 50+, warm down to the low 40's with just short sleeves underneath if moving, needs long sleeves or layering for anything colder or just standing about. The windstopper fabric isn't quite as soft as traditional fleece, but it's still really comfortable on the skin. Includes napolean pocket not listed in specs.

i just got mine today and wore it right away,this jacket is so awesome especially here with chicago weather.this is actually my second choice between the tnf apex bionic but i know i never got wrong with it.i went to REI store yesterday so my wife and daughter can try the sizes for their jacket but i would definitely buy it here from backcountry.com,this is my second time with them coz i also got the tnf elysium down jacket.their customer service is great either with the chat person or an agent on the phone,i dont think REI can match their good deals,rest assured that im gonna be buying to you guys again.....

The jacket price was a little steep. It fits great with a tee shirt but a button up will bunch up in the sleeves. I have long arms and usually north face equipment doesn't fit my body type with the correct arm length but in this case I was pleasantly surprised; my arms are fully covered. The length of the coat is a little deceiving when I first tried it on I thought it was going to be to small but as I wore I came to the conclusion it's the perfect length for a t shirt. On the other hand a un tucked button up will drape out the bottom.