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The North Face Gritstone Softshell Jacket - Men's
How does it compare to the North Face Apex Bionic?
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Ranked #1275 - Men's Softshell Jackets
March 7, 2011
How does it compare to the North Face Apex Bionic?
View Details: The North Face Gritstone Softshell Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Peter Kaminski
Ranked #27 - Men's Softshell Jackets
March 7, 2011
In terms of warmth or weather protection - nothing. If you're just looking for a jacket to wear around town, they'll be the same for you. However, the Bionic breathes very poorly and this does an excellent job of allowing out the moisture vapor from your sweat. The hand pockets of the Gritstone are higher up to be harness and backpack compatible, and are larger so you can get into them with big mitts or gloves on. The pockets also vent. The Bionic has no stretch or give, and the Gritstone does. All told the Bionic is a casual only jacket, and the Gritstone will work much better for technical use as well!
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Polartec Windbloc (84% polyester, 16% elastane stretch)
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- not specified
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 0 cfm
- Fit:
- performance
- Center Back Length:
- 29 in
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- 2 exterior alpine, 1 sleeve zip
- Hood:
- no
- Weight:
- 21.1 oz
- Recommended Use:
- aerobic sports
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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