The North Face Windwall 1 Fleece Vest - Men's

I didn't expect such a wonderfully versatile product when I bought this vest. It's quite windproof, much more so than the fleece found on TNF's more popular Denali jacket/vest. This vest is fairly light in material so you can layer it on top of a tee and underneath a technical shell. Styling is great but be sure you order the right size (I wear a 42R suit jacket and am happy with a Medium for this vest). I've washed my vest about a dozen times since I've had it and the fleece is starting to pile. Despite this, it still looks presentable.

The 3rd chest/napolean pocket is no longer included.

I have had this vest for about a year. I love it. It is great to have as a layer under a shell and it dose stop the wind pretty well. the pockets are very deep witch I like. I want to get the full jacket version of it.

I've worn this vest on 40 degree morning bike commutes for a few weeks now and couldn't be happier. Stops the wind well. At 5'9" and 140 the small is a pretty good fit. Looks like this vest with a midweight zip t-neck and my OR Zealot jacket will be my go to layering combo for bike commuting et al this winter.

I recently order one of these to wear as the temps began to drop. I am 6'2" 192#. I stuck to the size chart and it fits like a glove, but not too snug. I'd be able to wear some thermals under it but that's about it. If you like a little looser fit vest, order a size up. The vest does a good job of blocking wind, at least as well as a vest can. The arm holes are a little snug so that's why I wouldn't bulk up underneath, it'd just bunch up in your armpit. The fleece is very soft and gets even better with a good wash. I love the vest and I recommend it as a essential piece of gear to have!

Without a doubt, the best vest i have ever owned.

I've had this vest for 8 months. Its very well built, blocks wind, provides excellent warmth and looks great. Its comfortable to wear as well; it provides excellent weather resistance with a minimum of bulk, fitting well under a shell. I recently took it on a couple of big hikes and it was an awesome layer under a shell - I stayed warm and had no bulk in the arms to bother me. I also wore it while on a windy boat ride at night and it was perfect. Its going to be one of my favorites for years. I'm always happy with my North Face stuff, and the company has been awesome about repairing anything that ever had a glitch (after many years of use).

I ordered this vest a couple months back to help add a little extra warmth to morning walks and for layering when I travel to colder climates (I'm in Texas). It has done great in both respects and has proved to be very useful and versatile. The vest is comfortable, soft, yet still feels like it's rugged enough to take on a good long hike. I'm happy with my purchase and would definitely buy it all over again.

I bought this vest for my husband last year and he has practically lived in it ever since! It is very stylish and flattering and keeps him warm in the spring, fall and winter. The fit is true to size and it holds up very very well -- you would never know that he has worn it as much as he has. I would definitely recommend it - it's a great product at a great price. Even better, it does an excellent job of blocking the wind!

As other reviewers have noted the vest blocks wind very well and makes a great layer for cool weather running. It is not as insulated as I thought it would be but this was just my misunderstanding. Regarding sizing, I am 5'6" 138lbs, and the small fits me very well with plenty of room to, um, grow.

Ouch! Bought a Khumbu fleece vest, 200 weight, at North Face Outlet in Berkley, Ca. today. I'm not sure if it measures up to the Wind Wall 1 fleece. At $26.99, I hope I did OK. Using it with the Khumbu 200 fleece jacket, should meet my needs.Very comfortable!!!! ( no draw string at the waist)