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Out of all of The North Face's products, the Men's Denali Fleece Jacket stands out as the go-to choice for versatile outdoor performance and around-town style. From a ski trip to Vail to a stroll through the city in the fall, you'll appreciate the warmth, weather protection, and softness of the Denali Jacket's DWR-coated Polartec 300 heavyweight fleece. Abrasion-resistant nylon at the elbows and upper body blocks wind and increases water resistance.
Note: To be kinder to the environment, The North Face now manufactures all Denali Jackets with recycled Polartec 300 fleece. Colors with an 'R' in front of the name feature recycled fleece.
Bottom Line: A tried and true design for all your casual and active adventures.
Buy this coat if you want something trendy to wear indoors or maybe on a very calm fall day. It does very little to block wind or water, so the instant the weather goes south you'll be wishing you bought a Windwall 2 or Apex Bionic jacket.
It provides a decent amount of warmth; I find that on fall days I can wear it outdoors with just a long sleeve shirt and be fine. Indoors, wear just a t-shirt or you'll get too warm in it. The fitment is a bit looser than other TNF jackets so you can definitely layer with this. It might make you look fat, so I really suggest trying this on somewhere to test the size.
Avoid the black color if you have pets, as it shows every last hair and spec of dirt.
There are matching gloves, which is nice. The gloves don't do much to block wind or rain either.
Overall the coat is "okay". It's a trendy thing to wear, and offers enough warmth for indoor wear. I can't recommend it for anyone spending long periods outdoors, or for venturing outside in poor weather. Go for a Windwall 2 or Apex Bionic if you want a single multi-purpose jacket.
This jacket doesnt really have much technical performance, but for some reason i still wear it 4+ days a week in the nothwest. In my opinion is is quite fasionable, clean and simple, but a little annoying when you can start a club of Denali Wear-ers everywhere you go! Its very warm, and really comfortable because its soft fleece inside and out. I like the pockets and pit zips (not mesh lined), and its sooooo light too. The bad part is that its not windproof at all, after youve worn it for about a week the fabric stretches and just lets all air pass thru withought a fight, and that makes the warmth of the fleece usless. In your normal size it is pretty roomy and too bulky to layer under a shell, but in a size down it will work ok as a layer, but be REALLY hot so high-output activites like snowboarding would not be a good idea with this as a layer. The nylon panels are very waterproof with the DWR and can easily withstand a light shower, but the rest gets wet and nasty and doesnt dry very quickly.
The optimal use ive found for this is just indoor casual, with a sweatshirt under it most of the time...besides that its good for any cold weather environment that is not windy or rainy - which i cant really call an example to mind.
I gave it 4 stars because i really like the jacket as a casul piece, but its lacking performance.
Don't get me wrong this is a nice fleece and it's very warm and very durable but it's bulky and not wind resistant at all. As soon as there is a little gust of wind you might as well not be wearing a coat at all. This coat has no practical uses outside of casual wearing. For the money buy something that is wind repellent, less bulky, and maybe even water resistant. You will be much happier with a coat like that.
I'm looking to buy this for my fiance for his birthday. He already has a blue NF ski jacket, though I don't know exactly which one. My questions are 1) can this be worn with (zipper into) any of the NF jackets? 2) He is 5'9" & about 185 lbs & wears 16 1/2 in dress shirts & a large in most other shirts. Would a large be okay with this particular fleece as well (with or without something underneath)? Thanks!
this can be zipped into north face shells as long as they are zip in compatible, and me and your fiance are the same size nearly to perfection and the medium fits me perfect, with and without a sweatshirt on underneath.
Large might be too big. I am 6' 185 lbs and the medium fits me well. I wear 15 1/2 or 16 in dress shirts. The large is going to be too baggy and the sleeves will be too long.
Hi Lucy, 1)Not all NF jackets are zip-in compatible, but if you look at the zipper on his jacket, you should be able to see if there is only one row of zipper teeth, or if there are two (zip-in compatible). 2)He sounds like a standard large in this jacket. Hope this helps-
It's interesting reading these other reviews with the few complaints it's received. I've had a Denali Jacket for about 5 years now, and I love it. People may complain about the wind whipping through it, and it's true. However, you should understand that this is not "windstopper" fleece. This is 300 fleece, which is really warm as an INSULATOR, which means on a cold windy, rainy, or snowy day, you should have a waterproof shell over it. That's what it was made for. It's great as an outer layer when it's cold and not raining or windy, but don't expect it to be a great storm proof jacket, because that's not it's purpose in life.
wasatch guy is absolutely correct. when used as an insulator, it is toasty! also, when trying to cut down on heating expenses around the home, i wear this and stay so cozy. yes, it's pricey, but it comes with an unbeatable warranty, doesn't it?
Overall this is a great fleece, don't know if it's worth getting at full price though. Doesn't block wind very well and is a little bulky like others have said. I prefer my TNF Windwall 2 fleece, warm and it blocks the wind like a champ.
..Hey bro, just got the Indian Clay in today (OMG, only ordered it 2 days ago, these guys ROCK!) and it's kind of a dark burnt orange-red color. The TNF Red is a true bright red.
This was one of the first fleece's i ever owned and it was adequate for the job. as TNF grew over the years, the quality of this jacket has decreased so the "style" factor can increase making it affordable to everyone (which is nice)but resulted in TNF more interested in getting their name out instead of quality jackets. This jacket is more of a "around town" jacket and not recommended for backcountry adventures as it is super heavy and not built to quality.
This jacket is great. Runs big. Bought a medium for 16-year-old who is 5'9" and 145 lbs - 31" waist. A small might have been a better fit for his build, but kept the medium because I figure he is still growing. Looks good on him nevertheless. Bought an XL for other son 6'1" 195 lb and 38" waist. Too Big. Bought the Large and it is perfect. Colorwise, I bought the grey - great classic. Also bought the indian clay red thinking it would be more brownish maroonish, but - no, it is definitelly red. So much so, that I wonder if I wasn't mistakenly sent the true red. Oh well. Also, bought the new taupe green. Wasn't sure about this one, but got it and the color is fabulous. I ended up liking this color the best.
Write your question here...I saw a jacket I was interested in purchasing for my son. It was on sale. In the few minutes it took me to ask him about size the jacket has gone to full price. Why?
In this type of scenario, you should click on the chat now button in the top right corner. Im sure backcountry would honor the sale price if too much time had not passed. Best customer service on line. Also, click on the outlet tab up top, there are some on that site 40% off.
Over a hundred dollars for what? This jacket lacks a lot - mostly function. Not windproof, bulky, whats the nylon on the shoulders for? Get one if you want to look trendy and you have cash to blow (but then again everyone has one so you might just look lame). Am I the only person who thinks you should get a better and more functional piece for this price?
About 5'10 150 lbs, lean build here. Ordered a black Medium, was too large on me, gave it to dad. Ordered a small in charcoal grey, fits me perfectly. Both colors are beautiful, and as you may have seen, the Denali is played out, and the reason is that they are GREAT looking jackets. You want this to fit snuggly b/c of the nylon panels, they are stiff, and you don't want to look like a football player with shoulder pads sticking out. Also, this jacket is BULKY, which means you can only layer with a large shell. As a standalone jacket, it is really a fashion piece, a slight gust of wind and I freeze. Bottom line, looks "A+", usability "C-".
I own several nice TNF jackets ranging from a thin pullover to the warmest summit jacket. I have recently purchased the Denali because I was curious if it actually was the hotness so many claim it is. The TNF description says that Denali is a 3 season jacket, 2 if you're in the north. I bought it and wore it for about 1.5 weeks. I end up giving it away to my cousin. Throughout the time I purposely hang out in the restaurant fridge at 24F, went on a scooter ride at 35F and sat in my room at 72F. Denali is NOT windproof, NOT waterproof, kind of breathable and most definitely NOT stylish. It is very bulky, the heavy fleece does not adhere to any share other than a square that it is, and the jacket is very uncomfortable as an under layer. I would say that Denali is so popular because it's the CHEAPES TNF made for wide range of climates. To most people $160 for basically a fleece jacket is top of the line except they forget they're buying name brand. You will have to spend at least $200 if you want a good windproof/waterproof/slylish/breathable jacket to wear between 20F and 50F. I would recommend you spend enough for at least Sentinel/WindWall Thermal/ STH. I intern for an advertising agent with TNF so I get to wear all of these entry level jackets. I am telling you that these are the least you should be looking for if you're looking for an all-weather jacket. Besides, do you really want to give people the impression that you're unable to stand up to the fraternity group mentality¦? TNF has at least 15 different options for you, plus the color. My advice is to choose something unique and get away from the simple black color. Take it or leave it. I am just an intern after all. PS If you think you're a real bad*** then check out the Arc'teryx collections. Arc'teryx is not as numerous but better than TNF and much more stylish!
Still have an older Denali Jacket ~5yrs old or so. Recently bought the newer hooded version. Same styling but add a hood and the quality/feel of the fleece was also updated.
Still very pricey!! Buy it when it's on sale ONLY!!
It's "adequate" in that is warm but NOT when it's windy! The wind will cut through the jacket and you'll literally freeze!
The purpose of the jacket is insulation so it's best when used with either a shell jacket or under an insulated jacket!
Fleece is very bulky when compared other 300-weight fleece jackets. It's not "as warm" as other jackets that are made with Windpro or Windblocker fleece materials as those jackets use thinner fleece with a laminating layer to block out the wind, which makes those jackets WARMER!!
The NTF Denali jacket has become too "stylish" esp. amongst teens and college kids! The company is now owned by Vanity Fair!!
There are other jackets available for less that'll block out the wind and keep your warm.
Overall, it's still a good fleece jacket but not when the temps drop below freezing and/or when it's windy!
I haven't had much time yet to really test my Denali in difficult conditions. as for fit, i'm 5'11 175 athletic build and the medium fits me very well, as for wind protection, it has none, but then again it is not designed or marketed for wind protection. i bought it as a midlayer for backcounty hiking/skiing, as well as, daily use. overall, great jacket, would recommend for "daily" wear alone, but definitely want a shell over it if you might run into some wind or precip. if your going to use the fleece more for extreme backcounty than daily use, i would recommend something a bit more technical.
Too expensive and lacking function for the high price tag. Honestly, only get one if you want to look trendy. This jacket is bulky, not windproof, and everyone has one. NorthFace should and can do better then this.
Marmot's soft shell w/ windstopper kills TNF product... I highly recommend it. I've tried all the different brands and do a LOT of varied outdoor activities. Look at Marmot, if you're serious a bout a nice windstopper, with all the other performance trimmings.
No, but if you wear a long sleeve shirt underneath it you don't feel the wind. It is like any other fleece that is not made with a wind-protector. I have been in the wind and you do feel it, but if you wear a long sleeve shirt, you are good to go.
NO NO NO NO NO! i was wearing this on campus on a mild day, 50 and a light wind...i was freezing!!!!!!!...it has no wind resistance what so ever, might as well be topless out there, wind just goes right thru
Though it never claims to be a techincal jacket, the Denali is by far the worst jacket for the money you can buy. The only positive it has is it is a 300 weight fleece. But for $165 retail, you can get a Windwall 1 or 2 or pay $195 for an Arc'teryx Covert Cardigan, which is not techincal, but still warm and very fashionable.
This jacket is warm up in till there is a little breeze. Its also really bulky. Dont waste your money unless you want to look like the rest of the sorority girls and wanna-be locals.
There is a reason that this is possibly the top seller in fleeces and that is because of how good it looks. Everyone I know that works in the cold has 2 or 3 of these things. They look good but the performance of these are not that of what im looking for. They keep you warm in moderate cool weather but if it gets colder than about 50 these just do not work which a fleece should do in my opinion. But they look great and people still buy them
Wear it to the kegger and then to class the next morning. A great insulating layer, but when worn as a jacket the wind bites right through it. I gave it 4 stars because of all the products TNF has now with WindStopper and this jacket being a flagstone of their product line, it only makes sense to solve the wind problem by offering a Denali WindStopper edition. C'mon TNF, get it right for Winter 2009.
Well if you have never heard of north face you must live on an island the denali is really the gold standard as far as these go this is me second coat they fit well and really are worth the money! Love this even more as i got it half price disc color !!!
So, this jacket doesn't keep you warm if it is cold and windy? I am looking for a nice fleece for my husband to hike with. It will mainly be used for chilly evenings around the camp fire and for sleeping with since it gets cold at night. Would this be ok? Does he really need more wind stopping power in a fleece?
Depends on what apex dude, Apex climate block (Apex bionic jacket) is totally windproof, its the main selling point of that fabric, and guess what...the windwall isnt totaly windproof
Buy a TNF Windwall. Apex is okay too, but it won't stop as much wind as the Windwall. I wear my Windwall on 40 degree days in Chicago when the wind is blowing 20+ mph....none gets through.
No, it's not windproof. I'd say that you really can only wear this down to around 45 degrees. Not even that low when it's windy. I'm not sure where you'll be camping, but I'd suggest looking for something with Windstopper.
This is the most cozy fleece i've worn. Super thick fleece feels like it will hold up well. Breathes great! It has lots of pockets and features, but is a little thicker than I like for layering except for on the coldest of cold days. All in all I am pretty psyched about it and think it will make a great fleece for cruising around town or the mountains.
I got this Fleece from Santa back in the 90's and It was great. It was also about $150 more expensive then too. This Jacket was essentially became a layer a second layer of my skin I wore it so much.
OVERALL: This Jacket is great for all seasons. I once stood at a football game with it on when it was pouring down rain and my upper body never got wet. It will keep you warm but like previously mentioned it is not a great windstopper. If you are one of those who drink the North Face Kool-Aid from head to toe then you will love this Jacket. If you ski this puppy works great zipped into a shell.
Only Draw Backs: Everyone and his sister has this Jacket..seriously. It attracted more cigarette burns than any other fleece I have ever had. probably due to its bulkiness. *Make sure you hang dry it.
If you're looking for a heavier weight fleece jacket or liner for a waterproof shell, this is the one! This jacket is very warm to wear on it's own and zips in perfectly with a #5 zipper to any shell. I use it when backpacking through the Black Hills where temperatures can get pretty frigid at nights during the spring and autumn and have stayed very warm in it. The Denali also dries very quickly when it gets wet, but since it is a fleece, it really doesn't repel much water. The tactical zipper pockets and pit zips are nice features as well, and make it all the more versatile. I'm a ranger for the National Park Service and this is my jacket of choice on colder nights, and when the weather really bottoms out, I zip it into my Marmot shell to stay both dry and warm. The only negative connotation I can really see some people having with this jacket is that it is not windproof. The wind-resistant panels do a fair job of blocking out the wind but I knew it wasn't designed for this purpose when I bought it, so that's why I didn't deduct any stars from it.Great product by The North Face
So, this jacket doesn't keep you warm if it is cold and windy? I am looking for a nice fleece for my husband to hike with. It will mainly be used for chilly evenings around the camp fire and for sleeping with since it gets cold at night. Would this be ok? Does he really need more wind stopping power in a fleece?
NO NO NO NO NO! i was wearing this on campus on a mild day, 50 and a light wind...i was freezing!!!!!!!...it has no wind resistance what so ever, might as well be topless out there, wind just goes right thru
it doesn't block wind like a windstopper jacket, but it does block some wind. It's a good insulating layer with 300 weight fleece, but it won't keep you toasty by itself on a cold, windy night.
I want to say that I have had many fleece jackets and none have kept me more warm than this one. I love the color and I was loving the great deal I got from this site. Thanks
This is my favorite and most effective winter hike base layer [in a deep freeze] and jacket in just plain old cold. It got me easily to the top of Mount Whitney through snow, ice, and wind in early June [when I actually forgot my wind jacket]. It is miles better than all the cheaper [brand name] Polartec wear I own - by far! It prevents cold air from slipping through the zipper area, the cuffs or waist. It seals great, the pit vents allow for smooth transitions during long hikes or "warm moments". The relatively light weight [given the pile of the fleece] makes it an easy add to the pack when in doubt of weather conditions. At 6'7" tall, the XXL fits my length and is just a tad short in sleeves. I would strongly recommend it to anyone and everyone. I've had it for almost three years, and it's been everywhere in this region, up Rainier, and in Canada.
This is it. The pros: Warm, Good pockets, can be zipped in to a proper shell as a liner when needed, classy look, clean fit, I'm 6'4" 210 and the large is a great fit for a midlayer. The cons: not waterproof, not windproof.
North Face states that it is part industrial and part consumer waste. There is some fleece that is made from recycled 2 litre bottles and other types of plastics - but TNF doesn't specify. It's probably safe to assume it is just the fleece that is recycled and not any other waste products headed for the landfil.
Ok, well I have been wanting one of these for a while. At 99 bucks on sale from Back Country I had no more excuses. I got a black one.
The free shipping was quick and the key word being free. Awesome.
Bottom line, This fleece jacket is warm. I have a 12 year old Polartec 300 from another company and this new 300 classic stuff is about twice as warm.
It holds up in cold, damp, misty conditions. Drizzle just beads off. It will also keep you warm in low to moderate winds in the 40s and 30s. It hasn't been any colder than that this spring here in San Antonio. For rain and high winds, I recommend a shell but yeah, this is a fleece jacket so that sorta goes without saying. The Denali makes for a good stand alone jacket in most average conditions, or a toasty insulator under a shell. Great pockets and the vent zips come in handy too.
The Denali's looks are great. People take notice of the jacket. Many people want to touch the fleece. So some admire and some are jealous. What really matters is I like it. :) I hope it lasts as long as my older Polartecs that I still wear even today. I rate the Denali as a good investment for those who like what fleece has to offer.
Great jacket. Does run on the big size. I ordered a M and it was huge, returned it for a S and it was perfect (5' 10'' & 140 lbs). I would recommend that you where a long sleeve underneath it because it does not block wind, but NO regular fleece does unless it has different fabric in it. Keeps you warm and I have worn it as a base layer and it is PERFECT.
This is probably the best fleece jacket that has been made. Simply classic. It has great functionality which gets overseen by the 5 billion people who own it and wear it to the mall and never try it out in the backcountry. My only criticism of this product is that I wish it had more "athletic" fit. It is a little bulky.
hello having trouble deciding on size:O( im a big guy and have many t.n.f. jackets i have a khumbu xl and a pamir xxl that fit good:) what im curious on should i get the denali in xl or xxl?thanks.
Though this jacket has kept me very warm on the occasions when I have used it, it is WAY to heavy and hard to back for any backcountry usage. I have several lighter, more compressible fleeces that insulate just as well. For this kind of money, look elsewhere.
provides great warmth and keeps you fratty but not a great technical piece. I'm a lanky 6'3" 190lbs and the L is huge, even the sleeves are too long. Also there's a reason the bittersweet brown color is discontinued.
This jacket is not wind resistant at all. Not really practical for really cold winter days. The gusts will shoot right through the jacketa and you might as well not be wearing a coat at all.
This is a great fleece. Definately not wind proof, but does a good job cutting it down a bit. Perfect as a camping fleece, or as a layer under a shell. The pit zips are nice and help keep from over heating. I am 5'10', 170 lbs with an athletics build and a M is a bit big. Although if you are going to use this as a backcountry fleece a medium should be fine. If you are looking for a fashion fleece I would go with a Small, as the shoulders aren't as wide and the sleeves not as long.
I have received my second Denali just a month ago. As with the first one the second one holds true. The Denali is a really warm fleece jacket. The body fits well although the sleeves are bulky. The fleece is a good barrier against cold and a slight wind but is NOT wind proof. The jacket does not claim to be wind proof so don't buy this jacket if your wanting wind proof. Do buy the jacket if you love fleece material and love the Denali style. Sure we could improve on the quality of this jacket with a few minor cost effective improvements but then all outer wear can. So if you buy the Denali, then just enjoy it and use it for what it was intended for, looking good, being instyle, & of course staying warm.
This is a well made, nice looking, great fitting jacket. But I believe it is one of the most over-rated products on the market, at least for my use. The 300 weight fleece seems too bulky when layering under a shell, bunches up more than I like. Then, when you remove the shell, a cold wind will cut right through it. In the end, I think you're better off going with a lighter jacket that has better wind-proofing capabilities. (I switched to a Marmot Sharp Point jacket).
I usually wear Mountain Hardware gear... I believe it is just as good, at less cost. My older M.H. fleece is close to 3 years old and has lost some of it's 'goodness'. I figured I'd try and go with a 300 wt. fleece vs. my old 200 wt. fleece. It is a great jacket, and is warm, but in no way windproof. It fits well under my Mountain Hardware Alchemy ;) I'm 6'2" and normally wear a 42L. I have a Large and it fits great, if not a bit big. BTW, Backcountry is a great place to shop for gear. I always come here for my 'researched' purchases, and REI for my impulse purchases...
Ok, well I have wanted a Denali for a while. When it went on sale for 99 bucks, I had no more excuses not to buy it. I got a black one. The fast and free shipping rocks. The Denali is toasty warm. Its a great stand alone jacket for most average conditions. Works fine in the damp and drizzle, up to light- moderate winds, into the 30s and 40s. That is as cold as San Antonio got with this week's Blue Norther. For more wet and windy conditions, I recommend a shell. That should kinda go without saying though for most fleece. Again the Polartec 300 is very warm. I have a 12 year old 300 Polartec from another company that has held up great, however the Denali's Classic 300 is twice as warm. The Denali looks great. I get a lot of compliments. People like to feel how warm it is. Some people are visibly jealous. Really the bottom line though is that I like it. :)
Pockets and the vent zips work very well too.
The Denali is warm, good looking, and made of a durable, reliable Polartec 300 weight fleece. I recommend it as a good investment for those who will appreciate what a good fleece jacket has to offer.
It's a fleece jacket, so yes, it is warm, but not technical. Use for layering. The only thing you could hope to conquer wearing this jacket alone would be a heightened social clique in a suburban high school.
I am 5' 10" and 140 lbs, I ordered a medium and it was huge, bulky, and went over my hands. I returned it for a small and it fit perfectly. I have used it as a layer under a rain jacket and it was perfect. Hope that helps.
you want to layer a denali under a denali? eh to each his own...anyway the small is significantly smaller than the medium and the medium will slide right over the small, with room in betweenI believe what your asking is if your can zip a small Denali into a medium shell. If so the zippers probably with be a little longer on the medium so it might not work so well. Don't get hung up on zip in compatibility, just layer what works best for you.
Denali: yes it has become somewhat a fashion faze with the 15 to 23 year olds, but is the Denali a great jacket. I say yes, the polar tech 300 is great quality fabric that is very durable and repels water, 2nd the under arm vent zips are great for cooling & the wear resist fabric on the chest, shoulders & elbows is perfect. Is it bulky in the sleeves YES, does it block heavy wind NO, does the jacket have eye appeal YES. Is it overly priced YES but hell isn't everything. The jacket does zip into many different types of shells & that's a good thing. The average price is $165 so if you can find it for 25 to 35.00 cheaper buy it. Your getting a great fleece jacket.
Cyrus said it all in his review. He is dead on in the review. I have one Denali, i wear it because it matches my work colors perfectly. While it's not part of the uniform, I get away with it.
It's really fascinating to consider the ascendancy of this jacket. Not only is it practically ubiquitous, but its popularity seems to expand every year. The public never tires of it. But why not?
My theory is the well-placed black nylon. It partially conceals the fleece and makes it look less fuzzy, somehow more sophisticated. It's a jacket for people who are slightly disdainful of fleece. People who buy luxury SUVs and never drive them on dirt roads buy this jacket, and it suits them.
It's drafy and bulky (you probably already know that), but most people don't seem to care. That said, it does have its uses. I wore it in Alaska on a kayak trip, but always under a shell, but I'd never bring it backpacking or wear it standalone in winter/wet conditions. It works great in cold rooms with airtight windows. And of course it excels at the outdoor mall.
Either way, the Denali domination continues. They even make them for children.
This particular one does not. They make one with a hood bit more money, but most buy without so you can wear a shell over it.----------------------------------------TNF3612 copy that into the search bar and thank me later
I picked this up on SAC thinking I got a great deal. However, the first time I wore it I realized how very wrong I was. When they say there it's not windproof, they mean that there is absolutely zero wind protection. The slightest breeze will rip through this like it's not even there. Even the mild temperatures of Seattle proved to be too extreme for this fleece. For such a high price tag, I expect a lot more. Do not be fooled by the hundreds of rave reviews coming from people with large wallets and low expectations.
Just ordered one after hearing so many great things about this jacket from friends and the reviews on this site. For $99 I figured you can't go wrong. Can't wait to get it.
I'm about 6', lean 150 lbs and the small still looks and feels a bit too small for me so I'm exchanging for a medium. I definitely don't have a 40" chest, but even so the jacket seems to fit like any other jacket, so if you're an M I'd say don't fuss and just get an M.
im looking for a black jacket. I see there is a black /black available for 99.99 and a R black available for1 169.00. What is the difference between the 2?
The "R" colors are all made out of recycled fabric...the difference is that the plain "black" color is discontinued because ALL denali jackets are being made out of recycled fabric now, so get the old ones while you can
Excellent jacket. My 17 yr old son got it for christmas and loves it! I'm sure our other son will be wanting one next year. I will definitly be ordering from backcountry again. The service was top notch!!
I have two of these jackets and I wear them for just about everything. They're great for wearing to the gym in the winter, and really whenever I need a jacket for temps down to ~15-20 degrees.
how well will a large fit into a north face medium shelllike this fleece large into a medium triclimateand it has that loop on the back right, cant see in the pics
Alright so this is a nice jacket, but I must see 30-40 a day on the streets so if you get one get some wacky color or sometihng. There are much better jackets out there for the price like monkey phurs or or just about any 300 weight fleece. So unless you need something to zip into your TNF jacket or you want to be like everybody else get creative and find another fleeced. Oops did I say fleeced.
This is a nice fleece jacket but I would never pay full price for one of these. The $165 price tag is WAY too much. I bought this jacket on sale ($77) and still think it was a little steep. I wanted another black fleece to replace a Columbia one that had seen "better days." The medium fits me really well (I'm 175lbs, about 5'10") and the their fleece material is very comfortable. All of my other North Face jackets are large and they fit the same as this medium jacket which I found to be a little weird (I had to return the large I ordered for the smaller size). I am a big fan of The North Face products and have five of their jackets but this one doesn't seem to out quality wise like the others.
The standard among midweight fleece jackets. Can be worn as a jacket or as an insulating layer and is versatile enough to go from campus to the mountain. It's comfortable, the pockets have zippers, it's warm, and it's compatible with North Face jackets as a zip-in. Some may say it doesn't block wind and while it won't keep you warm on a really windy night, it does block some wind.
As far as fleece jackets go, this is the most versatile one I've owned. It keeps you warm, its durable and the vents work well to cool you off on warmer days. I've had it for five years now and have no complaints. I use it as a base layer for skiing when the temp drops below 10 and it always keeps me warm. Also works well for New England spring skiing. Great for fall hikes as well.
I love my Denali Jacket! I wear it fall, winter, spring AND summer. Up here in New Hampshire, it can get mighty chilly on a summer night. I hope The North Face keeps up the good work!!!
How likely is it that this jacket will zip into other shells? I have an old Campmor parka shell Model #32151 made by Tahsin Industrial Corp. The shell still has utilty and I would like to exend ts usable range.
I actually got a North Face Denali jacket today and it zips perfectly into my Eddie Bauer waterproof shell- a perfect fit. I even have the medium tall Eddie Bauer jacket and a large North Face.
This purchase was perfect-quick ship WONDERFUL COMPANY in general backcountrystore gets a A+++ in my book, the jacket was everything I wanted and then some, plus the price was great overall this was one of the very best purchases I made online high fives all around to backcountrystore!
I purchased the jacket for my boyfriend for Christmas and he could not be happier. Since he works outside most of the day, the jacket keeps him very warm and protected from the (now) cold Nebraska winter. He also receives many compliments about its fit, color and overall appearance. I will definitely purchase more jackets like this in the future.
No it doesn't----------------------------------yes and no, it has buttoning loops on the cuffs to hook onto the loops in the sleeves shell and this is ZIP in compatible to north face shells
The Denali jacket is extremely warm as an insulating layer, has a nice assortment of pockets and the pit zips are a convenient feature. However, it is very poor at blocking wind and is rather heavy and bulky. I have other jackets from The North Face and Arc'teryx, and I would definitely suggest going with a lighter jacket (Arcteryx Sigma LT) composed of the Windstopper fabric. It will keep you just as warm without the bulkiness and weight of this jacket. Besides, everyone already owns this jacket, and people who buy it are purchasing it for fashion and not for its quality. There are much better jackets out there for this price!
I use the Denali as a midl ayer underneath a shell. It is wonderful, soft and keeps me very warm. The only drawback is that it does not keep the wind out, if used by itself. Otherwise a great piece!
Are the detail photos shown above (front, back, zipper, cuff, etc.) from a 'Rubix Red' jacket? If not, do you have any more photos of jackets in this color that you could send me? I am trying to figure out exactly what color it is. I'm hoping it's more orange than red...
from what ive seen the rubix red color is actually more maroon than orange...and the detial photos seem to be orange definitly, these could be stock photos they took a few years ago and just kept because the deali jacket never changed...there is good news tho! on north faces website there is an orange color of this jacket so you might see it here soon, or just get it from north face.
The denali has been a great fleece jacket for me. If you're looking for a high value/warmth ratio, however, look elsewhere. There are far warmer jackets in this price range. The Denali fit/cut is flattering and the TNF logos have become quite fashionable. If these are your priorities, the Denali is the way to go. If not, look elsewhere. The Denali makes a great 3rd jacket or insulating layer.
A warm jacket for a liner. Great to wear under a wool coat to be warm when it is windy and cold. A little bulky compared to some other jackets, like the Mountain Hardware wind stopper. The Rhythm blue/ industry looks grey in some light and blue in other light. Overall a good jacket, but everyone has one.
This is my second Denali jacket, as I gave my last one to a friend who is slightly smaller than myself and couldn't afford a new one. I go to a southern private high school where this model jacket is the current trend. This jacket never leaves my car. Anyone debating on whether or not to buy this jacket, let me decide for you. GO FOR IT!
My wife and I bought two Denali jackets for an October hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. We usually hike in the summer so we didn't know what to expect. One of our hikes was to the top of Mt Mitchell (6650 ft.)Weather was overcast and foggy with the temps in the low 40's with wind. The Northface Denali's worked well by themselves with a tee shirt underneath. Nice and warm all the way to the top. Would recommend them to anyone.
This is my second Denali jacket. My first was purchased during my sophomore year in high school back in '97. At that time only 2 colors were available, but now there are many choices. I wear it all the time and practically everywhere. It's not too heavy causing you to sweat, and light enough that it can be worn on warm fall days and cold summer nights. The styling looks good with just about anything I can throw at it. Simple, but unique. My only gripe is that it recently turned into THE fleece jacket to have. I see them everywhere now! Other than that, if you're looking for a stylish fleece jacket that works great on its own or as an insulating layer, the Denali should definitely be on the top of your list. Myself, Im a charcoal on black fan.
Single button on the wrist is so that you can zip this fleece into a North Face Shell and attach the sleeves. Pit zips are for temperature regulation.-----------------------------------------yep, the buttons hook onto loops on the inside of the cuff of your outer shell, and that keeps the sleeves even...its a handy thing and lots of shells use the system, foursquare for instance uses this on most of thier jackets
This jacket rocks. I was a little nervous with the purchase. There were mixed reviews. But I would love to clear that up. This jacket just plane rocks. Like all good fleece it wicks water rather well and dries extremely quickly. The pocket arrangements are great. And the pit-zips are a blessing from above. As usual the order got out expeditiously. I have never had one bad thing to say about these guys. YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME. Signed, One Happy Camper
I live in NYC where winters are not so severe. The reflective liner is not too warm. It does afford you the ability to use fewer layers (NF Denali Vest is mine) and to unzip them both on balmier days. As for the occasional artic night, you don't even feel the cold.
I am a 25 year old female and weigh 125lbs and stand 5'3" tall. I already own a Denali Fleece Jacket in a size medium and I love it but it seems a bit baggy on me. I'm looking for something that fits a little tighter. Also a little tighter in the arms. Do I go with a small or stick to the medium? My waist is 36inch. The jacket I own now is in pink and brown. Do the black jackets run a little smaller by chance?
1.) You do know that these are the men's jackets right?2.) Sizing is about the same that it's always been.3.) Sorry, but they don't vary the sizing between colors.
Got this jacket for Christmas and I absolutely love it. It is very warm and I have been using it as a winter jacket. I am out side all the time and it is great. Lots of pockets and very easy to carry around. And as a bonus it is a very good looking jacket.
This is a great jacket. I wear it for all weather. It is very comfortable and warm. This is the best out of all the North Face fleeces. Definitely get this one!
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