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The North Face Ama Dablam Stretch Infusion Jacket - Men's
Terrible Choice - never again
By PS
Ranked #178 - Men's Technical Shells
November 29, 2006
I bought this jacket using the refund check I received from The North Face for returning my Universal Infusion shell from 2005. That shell – Gore-Tex XCR as well, used perhaps the worst outer layer fabric I've ever seen - when subject to the smallest amount of abrasion - wearing a backpack for instance - the fabric would pill and fibers would pull loose. For a XCR hardshell jacket subjected to very light wear, this is pretty inexcusable. Much to my chagrin, this new Ama Dablam has the same problem. The North Face is simply using ridiculously inferior materials in a jacket. Most likely this one will end up going back as well, but next time my money is going to Arc’teryx or Mountain Hardwear.
View Details: The North Face Ama Dablam Stretch Infusion Jacket - Men's
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Body] 40D Stretch nylon Gore-Tex XCR 3L; [abrasion] 70D Gore-Tex XCR 3L
- Lining:
- None
- Core Venting:
- Yes
- Pockets:
- 2 Core vent, 2 internal, 1 bicep
- Seam Taped:
- Yes
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Removable Hood:
- No
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Mountaineering, ice climbing, winter sports
- Weight:
- 20.2oz, 574g
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.