Gear Review
Norrøna Falketind Gore-Tex Pro Shell Jacket - Men's
High style but 'light' for the price
By jdlee01429268
Ranked #1400 - Men's Technical Shells
October 21, 2009
Note: Mostly in comparison to my Arcteryx Alpha SV jacket.
Pros: Very stylin with the contrast zips; Tighter fit (European cut) if you want something smaller than the Arcteryx shells; totally waterproof; decent wind protection; very light; pockets are relatively shallow but at least they are regular side pockets (vs. the cross-chest pockets found in the Alpha)
Cons: Very thin for Gore-Tex Pro Shell - MUCH thinner than the Alpha and feels more like 2-layer jacket; the wire rim on the hood drops down when cinched - while the Alpha stays out of your eyes by forming into a "cap"; main zipper catches sometimes so can't zip up with one hand
Overall: High style but definitely less jacket for your money than the Arcteryx shells
View Details: Norrøna Falketind Gore-Tex Pro Shell Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] Gore-Tex Pro Shell
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- guaranteed waterproof
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- guaranteed breathable
- Fit:
- athletic
- Venting:
- underarm vents
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- 2 chest, (interior) 1
- Seams:
- fully taped (Gore-Tex 13mm)
- Wrist Gaiters:
- no
- Hood:
- yes, helmet-compatible, , wire brim
- Weight:
- 462 g
- Recommended Use:
- alpine
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 5 years
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: November 8, 2009 By: Eric Johnson
True; however, compare the discontinued prices of $300 (Falketind) to $420 (Alpha SV).
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes