Gear Review
Good beginners
By Ian Roberts
Ranked #741 - Men's Fleece Jackets
May 17, 2009
This was one of the first fleece's i ever owned and it was adequate for the job. as TNF grew over the years, the quality of this jacket has decreased so the "style" factor can increase making it affordable to everyone (which is nice)but resulted in TNF more interested in getting their name out instead of quality jackets. This jacket is more of a "around town" jacket and not recommended for backcountry adventures as it is super heavy and not built to quality.
View Details: The North Face Denali Fleece Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 4 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [body] 87% recycled Polartec 300 fleece w/ DWR; [abrasion patches] Bluesign-approved nylon
- Windproof:
- no
- Fit:
- standard
- Center Back Length:
- 28 in
- Pockets:
- 2 hand, 2 chest
- Hood:
- no
- Weight:
- 25.7 oz
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking, backpacking, climbing, mid-layer for skiing, casual
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.




3 Comments Last Reply: January 1, 2010 By: Ben Reff
Unfortunately, Roger A., if people looking for style over function were a "niche market" then TNF would never have started marketing to them. Hardcore gearheads and demanding outdoorspeople are much more of a niche market. Hence why TNF is laughing all the way to the bank as they continue to charge high-end gear prices for pieces marketed to a mostly undiscerning consumer base.
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
I think TNF needs to get serious about outdoor gear and get away from the niche market to college kids.
Helpful Votes: 4 Yes
Nice Review
Helpful Votes: 6 Yes