Great Softshell (with minor caveats)

By bmw January 12, 2005

Good-looking with a great cut, both functionally and aesthetically. Warm and windproof, super for cool temps and windy weather. Internal mesh and fleece are soft, light, toasty and comfy. BUT:
- When things heat up, fleece gathers moisture, especially against bare arms; layer with a hi-tech base if you'll really be working out (another minor fleece annoyance is how it binds on a base layer when coming off)
- External synthetic retains moisture after a time in rain or snow. Keep a hard shell handy if precipitation is pending
- Could use a drawstring to keep out the cold from below
All in all, a sweet North Face jacket for what it's made, and this at a killer price.

View Details: The North Face Apex Bionic Softshell Jacket - Men's

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