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The North Face Venture Jacket

Women's Clothing > Jackets & VestsRated: ***** by 170 reviews. Also available for: Men, Boys, Girls

Berg's Ski Shop

The Venture Jacket is an all-around exploration jacket for variable weather conditions. Venture is waterproof, breathable, seam-sealed, and a great fit for everyday use.
Highly-technical, best-selling rainwear piece. Engineered to withstand wilderness storms and styled for every day use. Every outdoor enthusiast needs a jacket. Some athletes just need a jacket that's waterproof, breathable, and engineered to withstand severe wilderness storms. Be warned,to try it. is to love it.
Features
  • Standard fit
  • Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed
  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system
  • Center front zip and Velcro®  closure
  • Brushed chinguard lining
  • Pit-zip vents
  • Two hand pockets
  • Stowable in left hand pocket
  • Velcro®  adjustable cuff tabs
  • Hem cinchcord
  • Length from Center Back 26 in.
  • Fabric 40D 2.7 oz/yd nylon ripstop HyVent® DT

Hyvent™ DT
Waterproof, breathable fabric with an interior tactile microdot print. Separates fabric from skin and channels moisture away.
WithHyVent™technology, The North Face can now deliver the best waterproof/breathable technology for consumers who don't want to pay a premium cost.
They incorporated this technology by utilizing a polyurethane (PU) coating that consists of a tri-component multi-layer formula for waterproof protection, moisture permeability, and durability. This technology was lab tested in The North Face quality assurance lab to ensure the best possible durability and function. The average breathability achieved using HyVent™ is 650g/m2/24 hours on the Moisture Vapor Transfer Rate (MVTR) scale*. To test the level of waterproofness we subjected HyVent™ garments to 20 wash cycles* where on average they retained over 60 PSI on the waterproofing Mullens Test*.
It's important to note they do not rely solely on these figures: the final stamp of approval comes from the field, the only place to get an honest evaluation of what lab-tested technology can really do. "This technology keeps me out in the storms catching the best snow long after most people have gone inside," says skier and mountaineer, Rick Armstrong. "It's just as good-if not better-than anything else on the market." HyVent™ garments have been heavily field tested for over three years with outstanding proof of long-term performance. The North Face guarantees you cannot find a more waterproof/breathable technology anywhere for this price.
* MVTR testing per ASTM E96B Upright Cup Water Method.
* Wash Cycle-Machine wash warm (105F) + detergent. Tumble dry low (145F) for 40 minutes.
* Mullens testing per ASTM D751. U.S. Federal Standard 191A-55 requires a minimum of 25psi.
* These averages are based on the results of all Fall 2002 HyVent™ fabrics. Individual results will vary depending on the weight and construction of each face fabric.

Mountain Gear

High stakes pursuits in the wet or blustery backcountry require that you stay dry, comfortable, and well-equipped at all times - so do so in The North Face's Venture Jacket. Bring on wet weather - HyVent 2 layer fabric is completely waterproof, especially when augmented by sealed seams; meanwhile, comfort is kept paramount with the adjustable hood, brushed chinguard lining, and pit-zip vents. F09 Specification based on size Medium.

Features:

  • If the sun comes out or you're skinning your way uphill, cool off by opening the pit-zip vents
  • Keep wind and rain out of your sleeves with the Velcro adjustable cuff tabs
  • Keep your greatest source of heat loss - you head - safe from the elements beneath the attached, fully adjustable hood with a built-in hidden drawcord system
  • Layer easily beneath the standard fit
  • Never chafe in this jacket - the brushed chinguard lining is soft to the touch
  • Rain and sleet won't get past the sealed seams or the center-front zip with a Velcro closure while the hem cinchcord shuns chilly gusts
  • Stay dry in fall drizzles and winter snowstorms with 2-layer HyVent fabric that's waterproof and breathable to allow perspiration to evaporate - leaving you dry, not clammy
  • Warm your hands in the 2 hand pockets, and when you don't need your jacket, wrap it up and stow it in one of the hand pockets

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Venture Jacket by The North Face is one of their best selling, highly technical rain jackets that is designed for trekking, backpacking or any sort of outdoor travel during inclement weather.  Easy to be outside in the Venture with its HyVent DT technology, which is a waterproof and breathable fabric with an interior tactile microdot print that makes the fabric separate from the skin and channels moisture away from the body keeping you dry and safe from the elements. 
Seam sealed for absolute water protection, yet maintains a breathability that keeps you from overheating or creating an interior, clammy mess.

Features:

  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system
  • Brushed chinguard lining
  • Center front zip and Velcro closure
  • Hem cinchcord
  • Pit zip vents
  • Standard fit
  • Stowable in pocket
  • Two hand pockets
  • Velcro adjustable cuff tabs
  • Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed

Backcountry.com

The North Face Venture Jacket is a lightweight, waterproof breathable jacket great for trekking and travel use. Keep the Venture Jacket in your pack or suitcase and you'll be ready for an unexpected downpour. Despite being lightweight, the HyVent DT fabric is tough enough to stand up to everyday use. HyVent DT is a highly breathable, waterproof fabric with a raised microdot inner surface that acts to lift the shell fabric away from your skin. This provides a comfortable, soft, easy-sliding feel while maximizing moisture transport away from your skin. The result: you stay drier and warmer. This combination of waterproofing and breathability makes the Venture ideal for keeping the elements out. *Please note: TNF outerwear tends to run a size larger than you might normally wear. Please consult the sizing chart to determine your proper TNF size.


USOutdoor.com

We have all been caught out in the rain with nothing but a crowded overhang to keep us dry. Imagine a rain jacket designed to stand up to the hardest rains and still keep you looking fresh for everyday life. The North Face Venture jacket is waterproof, breathable, and seam sealed with pit zips for excellent ventilation. Highly compressible with a lucid style the Venture is a stylish solution to heavy rains.

Features:

  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system
  • Brushed chinguard lining
  • Center front zip and Velcro® closure
  • Hem cinch-cord
  • Length from Center Back: 26".T0D 2.7 oz/yd² nylon ripstop HyVent® DT
  • Pit-zip vents
  • Standard fit
  • Stowable in left hand pocket
  • Two hand pockets
  • Velcro® adjustable cuff tabs
  • Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed

Altrec

Don't let it's lightweight design fool you, The Venture Jacket from The North Face is a full-on waterproof, breathable, seam-sealed jacket engineered to withstand wilderness storms, yet styled for every day use.

Features:

  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system
  • Available in the following colors while supplies last: Alba Green, Black, Brownie Brown, Cardinal Red, Jewel Blue, Igneous Purple, Moonlight Ivory, Brazil Nut Green, Cannon Red, Ibiza Blue, Loch Blue
  • Brushed chinguard lining prevents chafing of your chin
  • Center front zip and Velcro closure
  • FABRIC: 40D 2.7 oz/yd2 nylon ripstop HyVent
  • Hem cinchcord
  • Pit-zip vents
  • Standard fit
  • Stowable in left hand pocketQ2 oz (340 g)
  • Two hand pockets
  • Velcro adjustable cuff tabs
  • Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed

PeterGlenn

One of the best-selling rain jackets available is The North Face Venture Jacket. Seam sealed and waterproof, the Venture is made for extreme weather, and the fit is cute so you look good even in a downpour. The fully adjustable hood will keep your head dry and pit zip vents allow you to get a little air when it's too wet to take your jacket off.

Features:

  • Avg weight: 340g (12oz)
  • Fabric: breathable nylon ripstop HyVent DT adds a 1/2 layer to the fabric to keep you drier and more comfortable
  • Pit zip vents keep you cool in warmer weather
  • Sealed seams lock out rain
  • Velcro adjustable cuffs and cinchcord hem let you seal out the elements

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

A highly technical rain jacket, the ultralight North Face Venture is engineered with waterproof and breathable HyVent™ technology to withstand wilderness storms and styled for every day use. Weighs just 12 ounces (women's medium).

"This is the best rain jacket I've owned." - Customer review

Features:

  • 40-denier nylon ripstop shell is light yet rugged; no lining
  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system
  • Brushed chinguard lining
  • Center front zip and Velcro® closure
  • Hem cinchcord
  • Hyvent™ waterproof/breathable technology for consumers who don't want to pay a premium cost
  • Pit-zip vents
  • Standard fit can accommodate under layers
  • Stowable in left hand pocket
  • Two hand pockets
  • Velcro® adjustable cuff tabs

Massey's Outfitters

Every outdoor enthusiast needs a jacket. Some athletes just need a jacket that's waterproof, breathable, and engineered to withstand severe wilderness storms. Standard fit, Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed, Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system, Center front zip and Velcro closure, Brushed chinguard lining, Pit-zip vents, Two hand pockets, Stowable in left hand pocket, elcro adjustable cuff tabs, Hem cinch-cord. Sizes XS – XL, Length from Center Back 26 in., Fabric 40D 2.7 oz/yd² nylon ripstop HyVent DT.


Ramsey Outdoor

The Venture Jacket is waterproof, breathable, seam-sealed, great fit for everyday wear.

Features:

  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system.
  • Brushed chinguard lining.
  • Center front zip and Velcro® closure.
  • Centerback: 26".T0D 2.7 oz/yd2 nylon ripstop HyVent™ DT.
  • Hem cinchcord.
  • Highly technical, best-selling rainwear piece, engineered to withstand wilderness storms and styled for every day use.
  • Imported.
  • Pit-zip vents.
  • Standard fit.
  • Stowable in left hand pocket.
  • Two hand pockets.
  • Velcro® adjustable cuff tabs.
  • Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed.

The North Face

Engineered to withstand severe rainstorms and styled for everyday use, this lightweight, waterproof jacket is a staple for every outdoor enthusiast. Featuring an attached, fully adjustable hood with visor, pit-zips, and a hem cinch-cord, you’ll stay dry hour after wet hour wearing this durable rain jacket. Extremely compressible for travel.

Features:

  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system
  • Brushed chinguard lining
  • Center front zip and Velcro® closure
  • Standard fit
  • Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed

Al's Sports

The North Face Venture Jacket is the jacket that every outdoor enthusiast needs. Some athletes just need a jacket that's waterproof, breathable, and engineered to withstand severe wilderness storms.

Features:

  • Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden drawcord system
  • Brushed chinguard lining
  • Center front zip and Velcro closure
  • Hem cinch cord
  • Pit-zip vents
  • Standard fit
  • Stowable in left hand pocket
  • Style number AS0M
  • Two hand pockets
  • Velcro adjustable cuff tabs
  • Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed

Zappos.com

Lightweight jacket for all-around exploration in changing conditions.
Standard Fit.
Waterproof, breathable, and seam-sealed.
Adjustable hood rolls to collar height.
Brushed chinguard lining.
Pit zip vents.
Two hand pockets.
Jacket stows in left pocket.
Hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs.
Hem cinchcord.
Fabric: 40D 2.5 oz/yd nylon ripstop HyVent DT.
Center Back measurement: 26.
Avg. Weight: 12oz (340g).
Product measurements were taken using size SM. Please note that measurements may vary by size.


Appalachain Outdoors

Features of the Venture from The North Face are: Standard fit. Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed. Attached, fully adjustable hood with hidden draw cord. Center front zip and Velcro® closure.


Skis.com (2009)

Every outdoor enthusiast needs a jacket; Some athletes just need a jacket that's waterproof, breathable, and engineered to withstand severe wilderness storms.

This description was also provided by: SummitOnline.com (2009)


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Back Length:26 in.
Core venting:Underarm zips
Country of Origin:Bangladesh
External Pockets:2
Fabric:40D 2.7 oz/yd² nylon ripstop HyVent® DT
Hood:Fixed
Insulation:N/A
Internal Pockets:None
Length from Center Back:26 in.
Lining:None
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:40D 2.7 oz/yd2 HyVent DT 2.5
Pockets:2 Hand
Powder skirt:No
Primary Use:Hike/Travel
Recommended Use:Wet weather
Removable hood:No
Seam taped:Yes
Shell fabric:nylon ripstop
Sizes:XS - XL
Snow Skirt:No
Technology:40D HyVent™ DT 2.5 oz./yd layer with raised microdot
Ventilation:Underarm zippers
Waterproof Material:HyVent™
Waterproofing:HyVent DT polyurethane coating
Weather Conditions:Rain
Weight:12 oz. (340 g)
Windproof:Yes
Zip-in Integration: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
Extra SmallSmallMediumLargeExtra LargeExtra Extra Large
Bittersweet Brown
Bittersweet Brown
93.0098.954 More...93.0098.954 More...93.0098.956 More...93.0098.955 More...98.9599.002 More... 
Brownie
Brownie
93.0099.00  93.0099.0093.0099.00 
Brownie Brown
Brownie Brown
   99.0069.27 
Kelpie Green
Kelpie Green
94.00 98.9598.95  
New Taupe
New Taupe
93.00 93.0098.95  
Sun Yellow
Sun Yellow
98.95     
Alba Green
Alba Green
98.9598.9598.9598.9598.95 
Whisper Green
Whisper Green
98.9598.9598.9598.9598.95 
Whistler Green
Whistler Green
93.0098.953 More...98.9599.0099.0093.0098.954 More...93.0098.952 More...98.9599.002 More... 
El Rio Blue
El Rio Blue
   98.9599.0079.9599.00 
Blue Tide
Blue Tide
93.0098.957 More...98.9598.954 More...93.0098.956 More...93.0098.958 More...98.9598.956 More...99.00
White / White
White / White
98.9599.003 More...98.9599.003 More...98.9599.003 More...93.0098.954 More...98.9599.002 More... 
Bliss Blue
Bliss Blue
98.9598.9598.9593.0098.9598.95 
Lochen / Blue
Lochen / Blue
   98.95  
Lapis Blue
Lapis Blue
98.9598.9598.9598.9598.9599.0098.9598.952 More...98.9598.953 More...98.9598.9599.00 
Knight Purple
Knight Purple
98.9598.954 More...98.9598.953 More...98.9598.953 More...98.9598.953 More...98.9598.954 More... 
Aurora Pink
Aurora Pink
99.00     
Black
Black
93.0098.956 More...98.9598.956 More...93.0098.957 More...93.0098.9511 More...93.0098.956 More...99.0099.00
Black / Aurora Pink
Black / Aurora Pink
93.0098.9599.0099.0093.0098.9599.0098.9599.0098.9599.00 
Black/ Aurora Pink
Black/ Aurora Pink
98.95 98.9598.9598.95 
White
White
98.9599.0098.9598.9598.9599.0098.9599.00 
Canyon Red
Canyon Red
   98.95  
Chili Pepper
Chili Pepper
   99.0099.00 
Chili Pepper Red
Chili Pepper Red
93.0098.952 More...98.9599.0098.9599.0093.0098.952 More...98.9599.0099.00 
Moonlight Ivory   93.00  

Legend

  •     - PeterGlenn
  •     - Massey's Outfitters
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - Berg's Ski Shop
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2009)
  •     - Skis.com (2009)
  •     - The North Face
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Zappos.com
  •     - Backcountry.com

Notes:

Al's Sports offers this product at $79.19, but does not provide any color/size information.

The North Face Venture Jacket Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****141
****18
***5
**4
*1
To see how this product compares to others view Women's Jacket Reviews.

Positive Reviews:

Great jacket, but buy the parka

Rating:****

So far I'm really happy with my jacket. I haven't had any really heavy rain to try it out in so far, but in moderate rain it has been great.

Pros:

-Great hood. It's huge without any cinching (haven't tried it, but I bet you could wear a helmet underneath) and you can both tighten it around your face and tighten a cord in the back so it pulls back from your face. With this adjustment my face doesn't get rained on, but my hood also doesn't hang in front of my eyes and obstruct my vision.
-Nice features for being as light as it is. Pit zips, double flap over front zipper, lots of adjustors.
-Pretty good for avoiding clamminess.

Cons:

-Kinda short. The proportions in the photo are very misleading... the width has been pulled in on the sides which makes it appear longer. It hits me at the top of the hips and exposes my stomach when I raise my arms above my head. I definitely wish I had bought the longer parka version.
-The fabric around the cuffs is super stiff. The first time I wore it with the wrists tightened, it chafed my wrists big time. After breaking the fabric in a little it's better, but still not highly comfy.

As for fitting, I'm 5'6'' 125lbs with a small torso, and I bought an extra small. I can layer and layer and layer underneath, I can even fit my down jacket under it. I usually buy a small or extra small in jackets. Unless you don't mind a baggy jacket, size down.

carlyyy at Backcountry.com on 10/10/2009

I recommend this jacket!

Rating:****

I am a delivery driver and really needed a rain jacket so after several days of shopping around I found the black/aurora pink venture jacket and it completely keeps me dry and cool. Backcountry.com had the best deal with smooth service and shipping! I like that you can adjust the hood and bottom and that it fits your curves instead of making you look boxy. My only complaint is when it is zipped all the way up and I have my hood on no matter how much I try to adjust, it rubs my chin. Its not painful or anything but it is really irritating to me. I got a large and it is a bit roomy on me I probably should have got a medium but it's good to have plenty of room for layering since it doesn't have a zip in liner. I am 5'5 about 160-165 lbs.

xxa3325767 at Backcountry.com on 10/15/2009
Rating:*****
North Face's Women's Venture Jacket - This is an excellent jacket. It's well made, true to size, and does everything it's supposed to. Its construction and design makes it a terrific foul weather jacket, and is in its own element in the rain. The hood extends past your facial area, truly protecting you. The rain runs right off this jacket, unlike others which soak up the water. This jacket breathes also, so one doesn't feel like they just walked out of a steam bath when wearing it in warmer weather. Using this jacket as an outside layer, it's wonderful for layering during colder weather. Yes, The North Face brand demands a little more money, but their products are well worth it. Zappos carries a wide selection of their products and the prices are very good. Considering Zappos' customer satisfaction, delivery, and return policies, you couldn't do better.
Barb at Zappos.com on 07/24/2007

Very effective in the rain

Rating:*****

My jacket arrived in only 3 days from Backcountry Outlet (even though I ordered the free ground shipping), and that was just in time for the rainiest weekend out here. I was canoeing in pouring rain for 4 hours and my fleece underneath stayed miraculously dry. The water-wicking effectiveness might have been partially because it was so new at the time, but I was the only one in my group that wasn't soaked under my jacket. The hood worked pretty well too, but it was fairly windy and it blew off a couple of times. I got the brown XS and the sizes must run big because I would normally wear Small, but this was still roomy enough to wear a fleece hoodie underneath and have breathing room. It isn't really tapered as it looks in the picture, but it still looks great.

Cali_student at Backcountry.com on 03/19/2009

Great Rain Coat!

Rating:****

I wasn't sure which size to order (normally wear XS in TNF gear), so I ordered both the XS and S. I'm 5'5 and 120lbs (athletic build), and the XS fit well in the body, but the arms and jacket were a little short, so I went with the S, and now have room to layer a Denali fleece. Something to note, this jacket is very fitted compared to other rain jackets I looked at. It goes in at the waist and then has a dramatic flare out for the hips. As I have narrow hips, the flare is a little much for me, but again, should be good for layering and adds a little more style! Haven't tested in the rain, but am confident from other reviews that it will keep me dry!

bri3018425 at Backcountry.com on 04/08/2009

Pretty in Pink, Blue, and White!

Rating:*****

I purchased Venture Jackets for my teenaged daughters last Christmas. They love their jackets so much I had to buy one of my own. I am 47, 5'7" tall and weigh 158 pounds. The medium fits me perfectly. It is form fitting enough that it looks attractive over lightweight clothing, but I can comfortably wear a sweater under it. The Fever Pink is a beautiful color and I get lots of compliments. My daughters have jacktets in light blue and white. My oldest daughter is in college and says her white Venture, which she keeps in her backpack, is indispensable. It looks good with everything she wears. I want to add that I have ordered jackets from Backcountry.com for everyone in my family and their customer service is wonderful. Love them!

jcallister1840625 at Backcountry.com on 08/02/2009

Best thing ever!

Rating:*****

I'm in Charlottesville, VA for school and it rains a lot more here than it did at home. I recently got this jacket and wore it walking around campus in a downpoor. It worked great! I usually get a small in North Face but I found the sleeves were too short for my 5'9 height when I tried on a friends. Also, I like the medium because I can layer a NF fleece under it when it gets cold! Essentially, this is the best thing since sliced bread because I no longer have to carry a crazy umbrella that doesn't work half the time. This is lightweight and packs right in my book bag! Two thumbs up!

arh2453861 at Backcountry.com on 10/07/2008

Best Raincoat Ever!!

Rating:*****

This is a really light weight raincoat. It's also so thin that you feel like you aren't even wearing a raincoat. When i was wearing it, I had a hard time convincing myself that I wasn't getting wet because I could feel the boldness of the raindrops, but lo and behold i was completely dry.

Because of my uber small wrists there was some water that leaked in when my hands were raised up for an extended period of time.

Also I wear glasses and it was really sweet that not one drop got on my glasses, which is usually not the case!!!

Overall. It is a really sweet jacket!

Zwoisy at Backcountry.com on 09/25/2009
Rating:*****
North Face is a high quality product - I ordered the women's North Face Venture jacket. It is lightweight and very comfortable. A great feature of the jacket is that it is waterproof. Just a few days after I received it, we had a rainstorm here and it kept me perfectly dry. It has a great hood that comes down a little over your forehead, which is great at keeping your hair and head dry. I bought mine in the odyssey pink color (more of a burgundy in color). North Face makes a very high quality product. I like it so much that I bought my husband and daughter the jacket also.
Anonymous at Zappos.com on 06/13/2007

perfect light shell or rain jacket

Rating:*****

classic. from north face comes the venture jacket- a highly water resistent/proof jacket that works as a rain jacket or as a shell you can layer a 200 or 100 weight fleece in such as the khumbu or natasha from the north face line. living in the northern california where rain has been scarce the past few years, i thought i'd update my north face collection by adding this wonderful jacket when i head down to santa barbara in the fall. The material packs down really tightly so you can stash it in a backpack on a hike to the mountains or throw it in a locker for a rainy day.

Joyce Wang at Backcountry.com on 08/22/2008

Negative Reviews:

not a fan

Rating:**

I got this jacket after reading both good and bad reviews, but thought for the (reasonable) price, ok... If you are sitting still and not moving, the jacket keeps you dry. However, even with a bit of activity(biking) combined with hard rain means you are soaked inside. Yuck. 0 breathability. So much for hyvent. I became so frustrated with this jacket I bought a Mountain Hardwear Typhoon... Gore Tex is the real deal...

erinbutler2115638 at Backcountry.com on 03/11/2009

Not Very Impressed

Rating:**
This product was quite disappointing. It claims to be insulated and cold weather- proof. Well, it's extremely thin and not at all what I thought it was going to be. I would not recommend this jacket to anyone. I have seen much better products from The North Face.
Brit at Mountain Gear on 10/14/2009

I prefer plastic garbage bags.

Rating:*
I will be returning this item today. It's made of a scratchy, abrasive, inflexible fabric, and I simply can't stand it. Much more comfortable and versatile jackets are available for a lot less. Do not buy this product if you value smooth skin.
Caitlin at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 07/29/2008

Venture Jacket TNF

Rating:**
I returned this product because it looked and felt to be of low quality for the price I paid. The material was almost too thin and lightweight, and seemed like it might not hold up well over time.
Kerbear at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 05/29/2008

jacket

Rating:**
the description gave a misleading impression that the jacket would be warmer
hana at Mountain Gear on 11/03/2008

Neutral Reviews:

Rating:***
Nice looking but... I wanted to like this jacket but the sleeves are way too long and the width is very big for an XS. I had purchased this in the brownie brown color and loved the color. Unfortunately, the fit was not to my liking. As far as portability of this jacket, it is very lightweight to carry around and stows perfectly away in its own left pocket. In the end, I had to return the jacket. I will look for another style in The North Face brand since their quality is among the best out there.
Anonymous at Zappos.com on 07/10/2008
Rating:***
Bright yellow - I bought this coat in the yellow thinking it would be a pale soft yellow, it turns out to be quite bright yellow. It's a lot thinner than I thought it would be, it's just your average rain coat. I bought an extra small and it's a little too big on me. I don't know if it's supposed to be roomy or not.
Kendra at Zappos.com on 08/12/2007

very lightweight

Rating:***

Do not buy this if you are looking for warmth. This jacket is a good wet weather buy when you are layering underneath.

Makes for a very lightweight piece but does not insulate.

I got it as a raincoat for the wet season and it has worked well.

jcchen9131539352 at Backcountry.com on 03/20/2009

Very thin

Rating:***

I expected to be slightly more "substantial" but it is a true wind breaker style jacket with a good hood. I think it will work well for my purposes, but I was surprised at how thin it was... still considering if I want to exchange for another style.

jcchen9131539352 at Backcountry.com on 02/23/2009

Very lightweight

Rating:***

This is a windbreaker type jacket, I think the price is rather high. The lining is very cute and the fit is good.

cin2515254 at Backcountry.com on 01/09/2009