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The North Face Potosi Jacket - Men's
What temps would this jacket be suitable for without having to...
By timmbo13
Ranked #854 - Men's Technical Shells
December 10, 2011
What temps would this jacket be suitable for without having to layer up much underneath it? I have been looking at the triclimates but this jacket has gotten my attention as well.
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By Jeremy Stoshick
Ranked #62 - Men's Technical Shells
December 10, 2011
This is a totally different type of jacket as it has no insulation other than the fabric backing the membrane which is not very substantial - thus its up to you to layer under it for what you will encounter. The major advantage to having a clothing system VS just a jacket is versatility and the ability to shed / add layers when you warm up / cool down, weight saving, and the ability to dry a jacket out quicker. If your doing something active with a next to skin layer and a 100 weight fleece, your looking at comfortable 20's. - anything lower your probably going to want a thicker next to skin and 200 weight or equal insulation layer. You can of course go lighter for being on the move and layer up with a puffy down or synthetic jack when stopped.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] Hyvent Alpha (3-layer); [shell] nylon dobby (70D)
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- 75 PSI
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 700 g/mē
- Hood:
- yes, helmet-compatible
- Fit:
- alpine
- Center Back Length:
- 29 in
- Venting:
- underarm zip vents
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- 2 napoleon zip
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Wrist Gaiters:
- no
- Weight:
- 28.9 oz
- Recommended Use:
- skiing, alpine touring, mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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