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The North Face Pharak Jacket

Men's Clothing > Jackets & VestsRated: **** by 1 review. Also available for: Women

Mountain Gear

You needn't travel to the far reaches of the world to enjoy the soft comfort of The North Face's Pharak Jacket, a simple, stretchy fleece constructed with TKA Superstretch that keeps you insulated from the cold. Stretchy and versatile you can wear it anywhere from a wintry morning spent running errands to a quick hike on a fall day - the wicking fabric keeps you sweat-free and comfortable.

Features:

  • Layer it over a t-shirt or tank, the standard fit slides over baselayers easily and this zip-in compatible coat can also be added to any The North Face shell
  • Napoleon chest pocket and 2 hand pockets
  • Next-to-skin comfort is key, so suit up in TKA Superstretch for lightweight, wicking insulation

SummitOnline.com (2010)

North Face has designed this Pharak Jacket with a sportier and younger look in mind. Still highly versatile, this relaxed fitting jacket is just as functional on the cold snowy mountain tops, to the brisk Fall temperatures as you face natures elements. The TKA 300 series fabrics are lightweight, warm, and highly breathable. You will be able to wear this fleece as a primary insulation layer for all of your cold weather needs. Great looking, excellent fleece to use for layering with the option to zip to the inner zipper of many shells to create a single, insulating, cold weather jacket for all of your challenging conditions.

This description was also provided by: Skis.com (2010)

The North Face

With its name derived from a 4,900-meter peak in the Himalayas, the Pharak Jacket is a new fleece full zip that’s versatile for cold hikes to the top of Pharak and durable for everyday wear. Durable, mid- to heavyweight TKA 300 fleece over the body and stretchy TKA Superstretch panels on the sides and underarms provide unrestricted mobility. Jacket can be zipped-in to complementing The North Face® outerwear to create a bomber defense in winter weather.

Features:

  • Highly versatile, functional, relaxed-fit jacket
  • Standard fit

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Highly versatile, The full-zip Zazrak features a heavyweight TKA 300 fleece main body plus superstretch panels on the sides and underarms for unrestricted mobility.

Features:

  • Jacket can be zipped-in to complementing The North Face outerwear to create a bomber defense in winter weather
  • Napoleon chest pocket; two hand pockets
  • Relaxed, standard fit
  • TKA 300 heavyweight fleece provides outstanding warmth when layered under a windproof and waterproof shell.
  • Two hand pockets

Altrec

A highly versatile, relaxed-fit jacket, The North Face Pharak Jacket for Men is just as functional on the cold mountain as it is facing everyday weather.

Features:

  • Avg Weight: 818 g (28.9 oz)
  • Fabric: body: TKA 300
  • Length from Center Back: 28"
  • Napoleon chest pocket
  • Side panels: 251 g/m2 (7.4 oz/yd2) 93% polyester, 7% elastane mesh knit TKA Superstretch
  • Standard fit
  • Two hand pockets
  • Zip-in compatible

Backcountry.com

The North Face Men’s Pharak Fleece Jacket fends off cool weather equally well during a trek in Nepal or your commute to work. Stretch side panels on this heavyweight fleece let you move freely and lift your arms without baring your abdomen. This fleece zips into compatible The North Face shells for added warmth on ski days.

Avg Weight:818 g (28.9 oz)
Back Length:28
Category:Light-Weight
Center Back Length:25.5in (64.8cm)
Drawcord Waist Adjustment:No
External Pockets:3
Fabric:100% polyester fleece (body); 93% polyester / 7% elastane mesh (side panels)
Fit:Relaxed
Fleece Weight:300
Hood:None
Internal Pockets:None
Length from Center Back:28"
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:[Body] TKA fleece; [Panels] 93% polyester, 7% elastane mesh-knit TKA Superstretch
Pockets:2 Hand, 1 Napoleon
Primary Use:Hike/Backpacking
Recommended Use:Hiking, backpacking, ski mid-layer, casual
Ventilation:N/a
Waterproof Material:N/A
Weather Conditions:Cold
Weight:18.7oz (529g)
Windproof:No

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The North Face Pharak JacketThe North Face Pharak Jacket - Women's$98.95 - $99.00

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Legend

  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - The North Face
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Altrec
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2010)
  •     - Skis.com (2010)

The North Face Pharak Jacket Review Summary:

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Reviews:

Solid Not my Favorite Fit

Rating:****

Overall the fleece is very nice. The stretch panels on the sides are a plus. I have worn it quite a bit this spring and now into fall. The negative thing about this is the fit is a bit longer than I would have liked and it seems to be an athletic cut. A drawstring at the bottom would have been nice but it doesn't have that-would have helped since it fit me long. I would recommend this jacket still. Not as hot as the Khumbu and I like the stretch panels for better breathability and movement. I am 5'8 185lbs if that helps. I got the M

Josh at Backcountry.com on 10/02/2009