Pros:
1) Dense insulation warm and breathes, without any of the bulk.

2) fur zips off hood & hood zips off entirely so it can look like a regular winter jacket for running errands. Bungie adjuster in back of hood too.

3) Pockets are fab, outside velcrow pockets mean you can carry small wallet, phone, loose cash w/o unzipping. All zippers have leather pulls. Hand warmers are at par. Small zipper on sleeve has the google cloth & can store chap stick there too. Goggle pouch inside + inside media pocket are adequate. When it's frigid, I'm loving that the generous sleeve length is long enough to seal up over my gloves.

4) Flap over main jacket zipper uses velcrow = easy to access zipper. Only one snap on the outside at the bottom the the flap, which I rarely use.

5) Houndstooth pattern has a matte-finish, very attractive. I bought the brown & received numerous complements. Pockets give it a stylish, military look.

Cons:
1) Sleeves seem somewhat long and I'm 5'8", forces arm-pit vent zippers way into my armpits. So when I'm running 'round town, I usually roll the sleeves up one or twice.

2) I bought a large to accomodate my broad shoulders, so now the powder skirt ends-up being looser than I prefer.

3) Powder skirt does NOT zip out, but isn't too bothersome b/c it has lightweight snaps.

4) Flap over main jacket zipper uses velcrow - watch out it will snag your beanie !

Pros:
1) Dense insulation warm and breathes, without any of the bulk.

2) fur zips off hood & hood zips off entirely so it can look like a regular winter jacket for running errands. Bungie adjuster in back of hood too.

3) Pockets are fab, outside velcrow pockets mean you can carry small wallet, phone, loose cash w/o unzipping. All zippers have leather pulls. Hand warmers are at par. Small zipper on sleeve has the google cloth & can store chap stick there too. Goggle pouch inside + inside media pocket are adequate. When it's frigid, I'm loving that the generous sleeve length is long enough to seal up over my gloves.

4) Flap over main jacket zipper uses velcrow = easy to access zipper. Only one snap on the outside at the bottom the the flap, which I rarely use.

5) Houndstooth pattern, very attractive. I bought the brown & received numerous complements. Pockets give it a stylish, military look.

Cons:
1) Sleeves seem somewhat long and I'm 5'8", forces arm-pit vent zippers way into my armpits. So when I'm running 'round town, I usually roll the sleeves up one or twice.

2) I bought a large to accomodate my broad shoulders, so now the powder skirt ends-up being looser than I prefer.

3) Powder skirt does NOT zip out, but isn't too bothersome b/c it has lightweight snaps.

4) Flap over main jacket zipper uses velcrow - watch out it will snag your beanie !

This is the parka of my dreams! Since it's snowboarding gear, the length is longer. The houndstooth design really dresses it up as does the fur without making it look too girly. I get compliments where ever I go! The hood is generous, you can custom fit it to your head or helmet. Gave it a test run in our latest snowstorm on Martha's Vineyard on New Year's Eve--20 degree temps with 40-50mph winds made for conditions well below zero--kept me warm and dry all day and night. I usually have trouble with longer coats fitting in the hip area, so I ordered up a to a large. The sleeves are a bit long (as is with all TNF stuff), but there are velcro adjustments @ the wrists which help with the fit. I got this jacket on a sweet sale, but I would pay full price for it.

Haven't taken her on the slopes yet, but totally love the jacket! Ran errands in it and actually got hot in 20 degree weather! I'm pretty sure it's waterproof too...Leather pulls are nice, plenty of pockets, and I'm 5'9 and M size is perfect - Have room for layering.

My only complaint is the fur on the hood - A little chintzy for the price...Expected it to be a little nicer considering it's a Northface.

I really like the hard shell of the jacket. very durable. I ordered a small and it fit just right.

I bought this jacket as a gift for my wife and she loves it. It's a nice tappered fit that looks good on, but is still flexible enough to ski or board in. The fur is removable and looks normal without it. It's also got pockets for everything.

Very warm nice style better than I expected

I got the jacket in blue and its beautiful. I get compliments every where I go. Stayed warm in the 40 below wind chill.