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The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip

Men's Clothing > Fleece & Base LayersRated: ***** by 100 reviews. Also available for: Women, Boys

Altrec

You could spend a little more on a couple of cheap fleece pullovers and jackets in various thicknesses and be done for ten months, or you could buy this versatile and long-lasting TKA 100 1/4 Zip Glacier Jacket from The North Face. Unlike bargain discount fleece, The North Face TKA 100 1/4 Zip Glacier Jacket has a special fabric design that resists pilling and fading without falling apart--no matter how many times you wash it. Granted, it won't hold up to a decade of rolling around on granite boulders, but when you consider that the cheap stuff often frays and pills under a waterproof shell, well… there isn't much of a comparison. This is a great summer piece for evening camping and it also layers well beneath an insulated performance shell throughout the skiing and climbing season.

Features:

  • Deep zip front neck
  • Fabric resists pilling and fading and maintains shape
  • Fabric: TKA 100 fleece Fabric: - 100% polyester
  • Lightweight
  • Lightweight TKA 100 1/4 zip ideal for use as a layering piece.
  • Quick drying
  • Relaxed fit
  • Relaxed fit construction with raised alpine-style collar and 1/4-length front zipper
  • Soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece
  • Special fabric design resists pilling and fading while maintain shape throughout garment life
  • TNF logo on left front chest
  • Warm, lightweight and fast drying 100% polyester TKA 100 fleece fabric

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip Shirt by The North Face might be one of the most coveted pullovers you own this winter and fall. Made with TKA, a high performance microfiber fleece, that has a silky finish and a very warm, comfy feel next to the skin. A great addition to your layering system in the cold months not just because it is super warm, but it lays flat and doesn't give you the bulk that other fleeces can add, making it difficult to move around.
Easy to take care of, weighs almost nothing, and incredibly soft. Also, when wearing it during high aerobic activities, you can pull the zipper down deep and get a good air flow - keeping you from sweating too much in the winter which in extreme cases can lead to hypothermia.

Features:

  • Brushed face for a soft handfeel
  • Deep zip front neck
  • Fabric resists pilling, fading and maintains shape
  • Lightweight
  • Quick drying
  • Soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece

Mountain Gear

Around town, in between activities, and anything else you can cram in, pull on the versatile TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip from The North Face; it's lightweight - so it won't slow you, and soft enough to wear daily. This all-around, easy-to-maintain fleece pullover is thermally efficient, incredibly soft and the durable polyester fleece resists pilling and fading while maintaining shape.

Features:

  • Cool down quickly with a deep front 1/4 zip and be able to bundle up in cooler temps
  • Make it your gym bag staple and wash it repeatedly - resists pilling and fading
  • Slide it easily over your workout or casual attire as it is double-sided brushed for comfort and ease of wear
  • Stay dry and comfortable in light, soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece that provides plenty of breathability so you're never left feeling clammy; quick drying and boasts an ultraviolet protection factor of 30
  • TKA 100 embroidery at sleeve

This description was also provided by: Mountain Gear (Spring 2009)


Rocky Mountain Trail

Whether you sport it underneath a jacket on the mountain or by itself around town this fleece topp keeps you warm and comfortable without the bulkiness of thick layers The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip is a soft, thermally efficient fleece created with superior insulation and wear-resistance. TKA is a lightweight high-performance microfiber fleece with a luxurious finish. TKA microfleece provides lightweight warmth next to the skin, or in a layering system. This 100% polyester fabric is engineered to be both durable and resistant to pilling. It offers warmth when wet, launders well, and packs easily. With quick-drying and pill-resistant features, this lightweight pullover is a superior barrier against cool to cold conditions.

Features:

  • Deep zip-front neck
  • Fabric resists pilling and fading and maintains shape
  • Lightweight
  • Quick drying
  • Relaxed fit
  • Soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece

O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)

The TKA 100 by The North Face is a great fleece to use layering for hiking, skiing, or just walking arround town. Whether you sport it underneath a jacket on the mountain or by itself around town, the TKA 100 Glacier ¼ Zip keeps you warm and comfortable without the bulkiness of thick layers. With quick-drying and pill-resistant features, this lightweight pullover is a superior barrier against cool to cold conditions. Be comfortable with its soft 100 level Fleece.

Features:

  • Brushed face for a soft hand feel
  • Deep zip-front neck
  • Double-sided brushed
  • Fabric resists pilling, fading, and maintains shape
  • Quick drying
  • Resists pilling and fading, and maintains shape
  • Soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece
  • TKA 100 embroidery at sleeve
  • Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) 30

SummitOnline.com (2010)

An incredible, high performance microfiber fleece that has a luxurious finish. Definitely soft, durable and worth looking into, getting interested in, and owning. If you choose to sport this fleece underneath a jacket while you shred on the mountain, or by itself around town, this TKA 100 Glacier Zip fleece provides light weight warmth and softness right next to your skin. UV protection has also been added for your protection from exposure to the sun. This 100 percent polyester fabric has been engineered to be durable without the thick bulk. You can expect warmth when wet, and known comfort from this lightweight pullover that has a superior barrier against cool to cold conditions.

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


USOutdoor.com

Great for layering or stand alone use the thermally efficient TKA 100 ¼ zip is lightweight and resists pilling and fading while maintaining its relaxed fit shape. Whether you’re battling the elements of Mt. Hood or jogging the streets of Portland the TKA 100 has you properly covered.

Give'm a TKO with the TKA 100.

Features:

  • Deep zip front neck
  • Fabric resists pilling and fading and maintains shape
  • Lightweight TKA 100 1/4 zip ideal for use as a layering piece.
  • Quick drying
  • Relaxed fit
  • Soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece

Paragon Sports

Whether you sport it underneath a jacket on the mountain or by itself around town, the TKA 100 Glacier ¼ Zip keeps you warm and comfortable without the bulkiness of thick layers.

Features:

  • Brushed face for a soft hand feel
  • Deep zip-front neck
  • Fabric resists pilling and fading, and maintains shape
  • Quick-drying; Lightweight
  • Soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece
  • With quick-drying and pill-resistant features, this lightweight pullover is a superior barrier against cool to cold conditions

Ramsey Outdoor

The TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip features a soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece.

Features:

  • Deep zip-front neck.
  • Fabric : 214 g/m2 TKA 100 fleece -- 100% polyester.
  • Fabric resists pilling, fading, and maintains shape.
  • Imported.
  • Lightweight Brushed face for a soft handfeel.
  • Quick drying.
  • Soft, thermally-efficient TKA 100 fleece.
  • TKA (Thermal Kinetic Advancement) Fleece are proprietary fabrics created by The North Face with superior insulation and wear-resistance.

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

The North Face® TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip is a lightweight, high-performance microfiber fleece top with a luxurious finish. Wear alone or layer under a jacket.

Features:

  • Deep zip-front neck
  • Dries quickly, offers warmth when wet, launders, well, and packs easily
  • Fabric resists fading and maintains shape
  • Relaxed fit
  • Soft, thermally-efficient TKA 100-weight fleece provides lightweight warmth, is durable, and resistent to pilling

FogDog Sports

The lightweight TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip men's fleece shirt from The North Face(r) is ideal for layering. The soft, thermally efficient fleece resists pilling and fading and maintains its shape.

Features:

  • Fabric resists pilling and fading and maintains shape
  • Imported
  • Logo at left chest
  • Quick dryingQ/4 zip
  • Relaxed fit
  • TKA (Thermal Kinetic Advancement) fleece; 100% polyester

SummitHut.com

The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip has an ultra soft feel and resists pilling and fading. This shirt will go with you everywhere from the crag to the farmers market.

Features:

  • ***This product available for shipping in the United States only***
  • 100% Polyester fleese
  • Deep zip front neck
  • Quick drying

FinishLine.com

The TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip features a soft, thermally efficient TKA 100 fleece. Soft, thermally-efficient TKA 100 fleece, quick drying, lightweight, brushed face for a soft handfeel, fabric resists pilling, fading, and maintains shape.


Appalachain Outdoors

The top from The North Face is a soft, thermally efficient fleece w/ superior insulation and wear resistance.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Category:Mid-Weight
Fabric:214 g/m2 TKA 100 fleece -- 100% polyester
Fleece Weight:100
Material:Polyester Fleece
Materials:TKA 100 fleece - 100% polyester
Technology:TKA 100 - lightweight, high-performance microfiber fleece with a luxurious finish; warmth next to the skin or in a layering system, engineered to be both durable and resistant to pilling, offering warmth when wet, easy to launder, high compressability
Warranty:Lifetime

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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 TKA 100 1/4 ZipThe North Face TKA 100 1/4 Zip$50.00
The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip PulloverThe North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip Pullover$27.98 - $59.95
The North Face TKA 100 Full Zip FleeceThe North Face TKA 100 Full Zip Fleece$39.98 - $60.00
The North Face TKA 100 Glacier Quarter ZipThe North Face TKA 100 Glacier Quarter Zip$39.00 - $50.00

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 TKA Glacier 1/4 ZipThe North Face TKA Glacier 1/4 Zip - Girl's$29.95 - $35.00
The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 ZipThe North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip - Women's$34.99 - $50.00
The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 ZipThe North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip - Boys$34.95 - $35.00
The North Face TKA 100 Glacier Micro 1/4 ZipThe North Face TKA 100 Glacier Micro 1/4 Zip - Boys$29.95 - $35.00

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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
SmallMedMediumLargeExtra LargeExtra Extra LargeExtra Extra Extra LargeXxlrg
Bittersweet Brown
Bittersweet Brown
49.9549.9550.00 49.9549.952 More...49.9549.952 More...49.9549.952 More...49.9549.9550.0049.95 
Cherry Brown
Cherry Brown
  50.0050.0050.00   
Cherry Stain Brown
Cherry Stain Brown
49.95 49.9549.9549.9549.9549.9549.9550.0049.95  
Brown
Brown
  50.0050.0050.00   
Potlatch Orange
Potlatch Orange
50.00 49.9550.0050.0049.9550.0050.0049.9550.0050.00   
Soil Brown
Soil Brown
   34.9834.98 34.98 
New Taupe
New Taupe
  49.9549.9549.9549.95   
New Taupe Green
New Taupe Green
49.9550.0050.00 49.9550.0050.0049.9550.0050.0049.9550.0050.0049.9550.00  
New Taupe Green-21L
New Taupe Green-21L
  49.9049.9049.9049.90  
Anemone Green
Anemone Green
50.0050.00 50.0050.0050.0049.9550.003 More...49.9550.002 More...50.0050.00  
Ivy Green
Ivy Green
  54.9954.9938.9750.0054.9938.9750.00  
Ivy-Green-36Z
Ivy-Green-36Z
     39.92  
Orbit Green
Orbit Green
49.95 49.9549.9549.9549.95  
Banff Blue
Banff Blue
  49.9050.0049.9050.0050.00   
Deep Water Blue
Deep Water Blue
49.9549.958 More... 49.9549.958 More...49.9549.958 More...49.9549.958 More...49.9549.955 More...  
Deep-Water
Deep-Water
39.9549.90 39.9549.9039.9549.9039.9549.9039.9549.90  
Chili Pepper Red
Chili Pepper Red
39.9549.95 49.9550.002 More...49.9550.002 More...49.9550.002 More...49.9554.99  
Chillipepper Red
Chillipepper Red
50.0050.00       
Black
Black
39.9549.908 More...50.0039.9549.9010 More...39.9549.9011 More...39.9549.9011 More...39.9549.908 More...49.9550.00
Heather
Heather
  49.9049.9049.90   
Heather Grey
Heather Grey
49.9549.9550.00 49.9549.954 More...49.9549.955 More...49.9549.955 More...49.9549.953 More...  
Lunar Ice Grey
Lunar Ice Grey
    50.0043.99  
Wick Gray
Wick Gray
  39.9539.9539.9539.95  
Wick Grey
Wick Grey
49.9549.953 More... 49.9049.956 More...49.9049.957 More...49.9049.955 More...49.9049.952 More...  
Cardinal Red
Cardinal Red
   50.0034.9839.9750.0039.97  
Cardinal-Red
Cardinal-Red
    39.9239.92  
Root Brown
Root Brown
  54.9954.9954.9954.99  
Rubix Red
Rubix Red
  50.0050.0050.0050.00   

Legend

  •     - O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2010)
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - Mountain Gear (Spring 2009)
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - FinishLine.com
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - FogDog Sports
  •     - SummitHut.com
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Paragon Sports
  •     - Skis.com (2010)
  •     - Altrec

The North Face TKA 100 Glacier 1/4 Zip Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****95
****3
***2
**0
*0
To see how this product compares to others view Men's Fleece Clothing Reviews.

Positive Reviews:

Very nice

Rating:*****
First of all I would not call this garment a “jacket”; it’s a pullover or a shirt. This shirt is very comfortable, practical, feels like butter against the skin (better than cashmere) and, if that isn’t enough, looks good. One of my luckiest purchases on line, ‘cause, as anybody is aware, what looks okay on a monitor not necessarily is good enough in reality on your particular body. I’m 5’10”, 150 lb and a medium size fits just right. If you have pets (I’ve got a cat and a dog), this shirt is way better than polartec in resisting hair pick up. It’s not wind resistant, but quite warm – good for mild spring/fall weather and as a base layer in the cold days of winter. I haven’t washed it yet, so I can’t testify about its washing machine durability, but it seems well made and sturdy.
vlad aptekar at Altrec on 04/12/2008

Gift for my boyfriend

Rating:*****
My boyfriend absolutely loves these pull over fleeces. I had previously bought him two of these jackets. Since he is going away to college, I went online to buy him another. Altrec had the best deals. They said it wasn't going to ship until July 10 but we had the jacket within 3 days. He loves this jacket because he doesn't like zippers. It's light and versatile, but he even layers them in winter. The brown, black and deep water blue are amazing. This jacket does not disappoint. They are one of the few things he makes sure not to lose, because he wears them so often. By far Altrec had the best selection, shipped fast, and had the lowest price. I definitely recommend this jacket.
Megan at Altrec on 07/09/2008

"Very nice fleece"

Rating:*****
I purchased the soil brown and I like it because the NF emblem is the same color as the fabric. I'm not a huge fan of labels on clothes. Anyway, I love the feel of this fleece. It is so comfortable and warm down to the upper 50's with a t-shirt underneath (for me). I machine wash and hang dry. Hopefully it will take longer for it to pile. Not sure if they do. Just a precaution. They're not cheap so you may as well make it last as long as you can. I will be buying more of these. Nothing looks worse than a pile of fleece.
Richard at Moosejaw on 10/15/2009

"Awesome fleece sweater..."

Rating:*****
I bought this for my son to add to the two he already has. They look great, wear well, never pill, are stretchy and comfortable, soft, and warm... what more can I say? Perfect for wearing over a tee shirt. They are easy care and great for him to take to college. He likes them for travel too because they pack well without wrinkling and are light weight and great for layering. The New Taupe Green color rocks... he's 6'1" 145# and the medium fits him perfect.
Kathleen at Moosejaw on 10/29/2009

Best Fleece Ever

Rating:*****
As computer and network consultant my job takes me from behind a warm desk to snowy rooftops. I swear by these fleeces as a warm and comfortable mid-layer i can wear day after day and rely on to keep me warm, dry and comfortable, inside and outside. I never feel restricted or bound by this fleece, as i have with others. The best part? They are so affordable, you can get a different color for every day of the week!
JaseNet at Mountain Gear on 02/01/2008

The perfect fleece

Rating:*****
I have two -- one in port, one in black. I want to wear this every day, it's that comfortable. Never seems to get too hot or cold. Just right, incredibly soft. Excellent cut/fit. I am 6'2 215 with long arms, and XXL fits beautifully. I have sweaters and other fleeces and somehow are not quite as good. Somedays I will pull this out of the hamper to wear instead of switching to my REI or other fleeces.
jack at Altrec on 11/09/2008

"Incredibly soft!!"

Rating:*****
I own three of these and and in love with every one of them! They are incredibly soft even after many washings. I am so protective of them I do not let the dryer beat them up, so I air dry them. And they are still soft after that!! I would recommend these to anyone who likes comfort and warmth and the ability to layer if you choose to do so.
Michael at Moosejaw on 08/17/2009

Great All Purpose Fleece

Rating:*****
These fleece's are the best. They're lightweight, breathable, and warm. They wash up easily and dry out quickly and still look good after years of use. I have 4 different colors and live in them all winter long. If the wind whips up you better cover up, because they're very breathable...which means they're also not windproof. But at least you can zip up the neck for protection from the cold.
Running Man at Mountain Gear on 12/03/2008

Fine product!

Rating:*****
I purchased this jacket for fall season. It has been working perfect in the sense that it is very comfortable, light, and warm. The texture is easy to skin, which is essential when it is used for hours. Advertisement is accurate in color and size. If you are looking for a light jacket before you put Denali on, go ahead and get it!
Customer at Altrec on 10/21/2006

Great Fleece!

Rating:*****
I wear the Glacier Fleece often for lightweight warmth. I wear it at home, when hiking, when cross-country skiing, whenever I want a little more warmth than a long-sleeve T-shirt. It's very comfortable, and seems more wind-resistant than other fleece I've owned. The medium size fits me well, and I'm 5'10" and 150#. I like it enough that I own two.
Dave at Mountain Gear on 03/11/2009

Neutral Reviews:

TNF TKA Glacier Half-Zip

Rating:***
The TKA Half Zip is a venerable light layering piece and has been a core item for TNF for years even after the VF monopoly. Used for layering or next to skin. The color I ordered was described as 'Rubix Red' and should have been called 'buttery pumpkin roll' as it is easily more orange than any shade of red. A bit narrow through the shoulders for a big guy who wears a 45 coat size. Order up.
wintermoon at Mountain Gear on 09/02/2008

didn't fit right

Rating:***
wanted lightweight layer
B at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 05/30/2009