Gear Review
The North Face Vortex Triclimate Jacket - Men's
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By Michael Gilbert
Ranked #295 - Men's 3-in-1 Jackets
November 8, 2009
First off, I have the 2007 model. Shell + Liner with no baselayer (read: T-Shirt) is good for me to about freezing. Shell breathes well enough with armpits unzipped that I use it as my raincoat during the spring and cooler summer days. Can also use the liner by itself (I guess that's implied by the triclimate design).
Hood isn't helmet compatible, but the shell does have a powder skirt. However, if you zip the liner in to the shell, you loose the skirt. The liner has hooks to snap into the sleeves of the jacket, so I usually just stick to those, and zip the liner and shell up individually (rather than together). The liner stays in place, plus I have my skirt.
View Details: The North Face Vortex Triclimate Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 3 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Jacket Material:
- [shell] HyVent 2L; [body lining] mesh; [sleeve lining] taffeta
- Removable Liner Material:
- [shell] ripstop taffeta, brushed fleece; [lining] taffeta
- Insulation:
- [removable liner] Heatseeker Eco (100g)
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- 25 PSI
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 625 g/m˛
- Hood:
- yes, removable
- Venting:
- core zip vents
- Pockets:
- (external) 2 zippered handwarmer, 2 chest zippered, 1 wrist accessory with goggle cloth, (internal) 1 media, 1 goggle, (removable liner) 2 zippered hand, 1 internal security
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Powder Skirt:
- yes
- Wrist Gaiters:
- no
- Recommended Use:
- skiing, winter activities
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.