Lofoten Alternative

By Nick Stadie Ranked #63 - Men's Technical Shells February 3, 2011

This jacket is an awesome alternative to the Lofoten, which is probably the more famous Norrona Gore-tex Pro shell. I like it better because it has less mumbo-jumbo: no media pocket, no thumb-hole cuffs, no skirt, etc. It is a pure shell for skiing, climbing, and everything in between.

Super sturdy zippers are matched with bomber Pro fabric for a shell that is intended to last a long time - I can only say mine is holding up extremely well so far. The fit is standard Norrona fit - athletic, but a very tad bit looser than an Arcteryx equivalent. You get style points along with function, whether you want them or not.

The pit zips and hood do exactly what they are intended for. The arms have great articulation, as expected. The cuffs fit over large and small gauntlets with ease, if you like that. The size is true: if you wear a M in everything else, buy a M. Match them with a pair of Lofoten pants and you have a winning combo.

Picture: pit zips (and leg zips) FULLY OPEN during a big day with Greg Hill (!). It breathes.

View Details: Norrøna Falketind Gore-Tex Pro Shell Jacket - Men's

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