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Brigandine Jacket
The Brigandine is leading the charge of The North Face's new Futurelight technology so you can lead the charge up long backcountry ascents. TNF spent years developing Futurelight to be a truly breathable form of waterproofing, so when you pair it with this jacket's backcountry-friendly design and pocket layout, you've got the perfect piece for skintrack climbs and big-mountain lines.
- Backcountry ski shell designed for hard-charging mountain missions
- Futurelight technology is fully waterproof and highly breathable
- Hyper-articulated fit gives you free movement up and down the hill
- Underarm vents allow for more airflow in warmer conditions
- Helmet-compatible hood shields your head from wind and snow
- Pockets at the collar hold a radio for guides and patrollers
- Zippered chest pockets have a loop for a radio or beacon
- Hand pockets feature gear loops and an expandable design
- Two-way front zipper lets you access a harness on technical ascents
- Elastic thumbhole cuffs create a comfortable seal against the cold
- Item #TNF05GP
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- Familiarity: I've used it several times
- Fit: True to size
- Size Bought: Small
- Height: 5'6"
- Weight: 130lbs
I've used the Brigandine Futurelight jacket on a couple trips (one backpacking and one skiing) and have enjoyed it a lot so far! The first trip I took was for a solo backpacking trip up Mt Timpanogos before the snow fall, and the second was just to do a little afternoon ski session with some friends the weekend after. I like the jacket a lot because of it's aesthetic and design. There's a lot of room to move around, the high cowl kept my face protected from the wind, and it's still a very breathable layer. I used it while trekking across a snowfield in crampons, at the summit of Timp, and boot packing and skiing fresh fall powder.
By itself, the jacket is pretty spacious, but with a baselayer and a mid layer, it fits perfectly. I also enjoy the longer length that covers your butt when sitting! There's a ton of handy pockets and loops on the jacket, particularly the radio pocket at the collar. I didn't make use of it this time around, but it will definitely come in handy for future backcountry ski excursions where we'll be using radios!
Lastly, I like how sturdy the jacket material feels. My other backcountry shell is made with a softer, stretchier, material which feels slightly more maneuverable, but less durable. I'm not worried about scrambling up rocks or brushing against trees with this jacket.