Perfect Solution

By ZadZack Ranked #216 - Women's 3-in-1 Jackets September 26, 2008

Got a great deal on a jewel blue Wavy on Backcountry.com! I had been searching for a stylish, lightish-weight jacket that was waterproof, windproof, and would keep me warm -- whether I chose to layer or not.

Read other reviews (on this site and others) and will agree that the sizing runs small - but that's something that can be determined by careful review of the SIZING CHART (a "must do" if ordering anything online). While I typically am a size small, the sizing chart had me choosing between a small or a medium - I chose the medium and I chose well. It fits just as I would want. The inner jacket/liner is more form-fitting than the shell, but works great at keeping you toasty.

Other people have complained about the inner jacket/liner being of a snap-in variety, rather than zip-in. I read one review where the person complained about the inner jacket/liner "constantly falling out" of the shell. I can't even fathom how that would happen as the snaps and loops seem pretty secure. I've even flopped it around and the liner stayed in place. Additionally, I actually prefer the snap-in as it allows for a bit more flexibility in wearing the tri-climate. Had it been a zip-in liner, then I wouldn't be able to wear the inner jacket/liner fully zipped, but still have the shell open or half-zipped.

The hood is detachable (zip and clip) and while there is no pouch by the hood in which to tuck it into, there are plenty of pockets to stash it. The jacket even comes with a lift clip, goggle wipe (clipped), and a portable electronics (aka iPod) pocket.

I think this is the perfect solution for our Pacific Northwest fall/winter/spring, and I will happily tote it with me to Germany and Austria this December. The tri-climate should be an efficient way for me to stay warm and eliminate extra packing for layering to stay warm; a good pair of pants, a t-shirt and the triclimate should be all I'll need to stay warm!

View Details: The North Face Wavy Triclimate Jacket - Women's

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