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The North Face Odyssey Soft Shell Jacket - Men's

Item #TNF2371 | 0 in Stock

I want to buy this jacket but I am worried that it is only water...

By Ranked #4321 - Men's Softshell Jackets November 14, 2008

I want to buy this jacket but I am worried that it is only water resistant rather than waterproof. Is this that big of a difference? If I am skiing in a snow storm will water/snow penetrate the jacket?

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Backcountry.com Employee November 14, 2008

Yeah this is only water resistant, not waterproof. Most softshells are this way, but yeah for snow, it is not that big of a deal. It will allow you to breathe more than a shell if you are huffing in the pow, but on the heavy snow or rainy days, this will start to get wet.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

Tech Specs:

Material:
[Shell] Apex ClimateBlock; [Lining] Heli-embossed taffeta 
Waterproof Rating:
Not specified 
Breathable Rating:
Not specified 
Core Venting:
No 
Pockets:
2 Front, 2 chest, 1 internal goggle, 1 hidden media 
Seam Taped:
No 
Powder Skirt:
Yes 
Hood:
Yes 
Zip-in Compatibility:
No 
Recommended Use:
Skiing, touring, resort skiing, hiking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 
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