Gear Review
The North Face Alliance Jacket - Men's
Does its job
By Chris Colney
Ranked #1091 - Men's Technical Shells
November 19, 2009
I got The North Face Alliance to protect my lighter down coats on a January trip to the Boundary Waters and it performed exceptionally. The jacket kept me slightly warmer as it blocked the wind flawlessly and it saved me a couple hundred bucks in replacement gear when I found myself crawling through the thick pine forests. I now use the jacket for all snow sports and I cannot compliment TNF enough for creating an afforable shell with zip-in capabilities that performs as well as the alliance does. My only gripe is about the crinkling sound the jacket never seems to loses.
Overall: Protection on the cheap.
View Details: The North Face Alliance Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 3 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- HyVent (nylon)
- Waterproof Rating:
- 25psi
- Breathable Rating:
- 675g
- Core Venting:
- Underarm zips, core alpine vent pockets
- Pockets:
- 2 Front alpine, 1 internal
- Seam Taped:
- Yes, fully
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes, removable
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- Yes
- Weight:
- 29.2oz (827g)
- Recommended Use:
- Ski touring, mountaineering, climbing, hiking, skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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