The North Face Apex Mamba Softshell Jacket - Men's - 2008 BCS

I bought this jacket about a month ago. It is light weight and and breathable. I bought an XL and it fits almost perfect. I am 6'3" and 235 and it fits very good. The length in the arms are maybe about half an inch to long but thats about it. The jacket keeps me warm with just a t-shirt on at around 50 degree temp. I've been in some light rains it kept my perfectly dry. Would recommend to anyone looking for a light jacket to throw on in mild temps and light rains.

I sent this as a gift to a friend who needed a good jacket for a kayaking vacation. He absolutely loved it!!!

Hi fellow outerwear geaks, I've been sportin' the Mamba for several wear sessions now and can report: Pros: Feels much lighter on due to the Apex Univ. fabric even tho' 22+ oz., the hand of the fabric is sensationally soft and comfy, the water repellency is A1, the fit seems to run slightly large with longer arms. I took a medium and I am 6'+ with 35" arms. The chest pocket is in the right spot. Great for fall hiking. Cons: I was surprised that the pockets are waist level for a Summit Series piece. My hipbelt interfered with access and wud have liked to have seen chest/slash pockets instead. Also wud help on xc ski trips for ventilation. But, I think the fabric at 6 PFM will be just fine since it is thin and light. Can't wait to use it on xc or snowshoe days or as a latyer under a hardshell. All in all a nice piece, sans for the hand pockets.

I just received the jacket the other day, and what can I say.....2 THUMBS UP. The jacket interior lining is incredibly soft, and so comfortable that I actually enjoy wearing the jacket with just a shirt on. I purchased a large, and at first, it seemed a little too big. But then I forgot that it's supposed to be worn with another long sleeve underlayer....which would account for its seemingly "extra" large size for the regular large. Other than that, it's incredible. The only thing I wish is that it came in other color combinations. Apart from that, you can't beat the price. Remember, most North Face stuff generally doesn't get marked down. So from the tag price of $199 to a sale price of $139....I'll take it anyday.

Jacket is very lightweight and comfortable. It works well in the rain and in moderate temperatures without additional layers of clothing. The sleeves are a little too long but can be easily adapted with the velco closures. Great deal for the $.