Gear Review
The North Face Venture Side Zip Pant - Men's
Lightweight does not mean durable.
By climbingranger
Ranked #86 - Men's Pants
May 30, 2007
I have several TNF products and until now have felt that the extra cost was justified. I was looking to go with a lighter set of raingear when I happened upon TNF's Venture, side zip pants. Living in the Pacific NW (the wet side of WA State) I've become a bit of a raingear snob. This said I offer the following:
These truely are "lightweight" and lack the durability that TNF is known for. The pants tore on the first snag I encountered. I would recommend these pants as foul weather running gear but not for much heavier use than that.
The fit in the thigh and groin area was tight for me. I have a medium build (6'1" and 200lbs) and found the lg size pants lacked room for movement.
I think that TNF is on track with the idea of lightweight rainpants with full side zips but this item falls short. In a desert or tropical environment these pants may work but here in the PNW, I found them lacking.
View Details: The North Face Venture Side Zip Pant - Men's
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 40D 2.7 oz/ yd2 HyVent DT 2.5-layer with raised microdot fabric
- Lining:
- No
- Side Zips:
- Yes, full-length two-way
- Pockets:
- 2 hand
- Seam Taped:
- No
- Venting:
- Yes, full-length side zips
- Suspender/ Belt:
- Elastic waist
- Recommended Use:
- All-around exploration in changing conditions
- Weight:
- 13.5 oz
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- Bangladesh
Change me.