Gear Review
The North Face Plasma Thermal Jacket - Men's
Plasma Thermal
By Neil Schott
Ranked #369 - Men's Synthetic Insulation Jackets
September 30, 2009
I have the previous model jacket, but thought they are similar enough to leave this review. I've used this jacket for two winters now, and live in northern Wisconsin. It's been an insanely great jacket for the cold weather here. It's like wrapping yourself in your favorite sleeping bag. I'm 6'1" and 165 lbs, and have the XL. It's a little large for me, but still insulates well. The primaloft packs down great, but not as good as down. The plus side of it, is it can get wet and still insulate. So those soggy and humid days don't eat right through you. I brought it as my main jacket on a winter camping in the Boundary Waters last winter with a low temp of -30 F without windchill, and was comfortable the entire time. Obviously layers took part in that as well.. It's not the most flattering jacket in my arsenal, but it's my warmest for the lightest.
View Details: The North Face Plasma Thermal Jacket - Men's
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] HyVent Alpha; [shell] nylon
- Insulation:
- PrimaLoft (100g)
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 700 g/m˛
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- 75 PSI
- Hood:
- yes, removable
- Fit:
- performance
- Center Back Length:
- 28.5 in
- Length:
- hip
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Pockets:
- (external) 2 front hand, 1 front chest, (internal) 1 chest zippered
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Weight:
- 1 lb 12 oz
- Recommended Use:
- ice climbing, winter exploration
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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