Relaxed Fit

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Fit:

Runs large

Size Bought

Large

Height

6` 1"

Weight

180 lbs

Read the fine print, this is a Relaxed Fit parka. The pictures look like a regular fit. Returning the coat, but I'm out $19.99 (paid up shipping to get it in time for a trip) due to misleading product photos. They were nice enough to refund the return shipping $6.99. This is a good quality item, but only for plus sized, or those that want a very wide fitting parka.

Ross K.

A good parka, but

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

XL

Height

6` 1"

Weight

240 lbs

I bought the McMurdo in a rush due to an upcoming trip to a relatively cold climate. Comfortable at 15 degrees with 20-30 mph winds. The problem arose with the hood. The zipper does not go all the way around and drafts were noticeable on my neck. Also, the hood itself is a joke! Had to remove the fur trim as it was in my eyes constantly. The front of the hood only extended to just short of my hairline. Removed, and used a Mad Bomber pilot hat. No way to close hood in tight on sides. Would not want to wear this anywhere near McMurdo. Come on, NF, most reviews are positive, but a lot of customers complain about the hood! Fix it, and you would have a reasonable candidate for extreme climates. Also, would be nice to be able to buy a larger hood. Headed to Alaska in two weeks and taking my new CG parka instead.

Ken Eakin

This fits like a plus size jacket

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Fit:

Runs large

Size Bought

S

Height

5` 10"

Weight

160 lbs

My husband needed a warm winter coat, but he isn't a fan of the puffer style jackets so this one seemed promising. I took his measurements and ordered a medium based on the size chart. When it arrived, I was shocked to see how huge and boxy it was, especially for The North Face which is known for "running small". We returned it and ordered a small and it was equally massive. He looked like a little boy wearing his daddy's coat. It was ginormous and very unflattering for his tall/fit frame. I noticed on the tag, it says "relaxed fit". Bingo! There's the problem. Relaxed fit is synonymous with men's plus size. This is a MEN'S PLUS SIZE JACKET, but for some reason, they can't just mark it as such. I think a lot of people would find that information incredibly helpful. This detail isn't in the description. I'm frustrated because now I have $900 held up in returns when I used the size chart. It's very inconvenient because he still needs a winter coat and I'm out $900 on two illfitting coats until the returns process. If you're built anything like the guys in these photos, don't buy this coat. It will not look the same as the photos. I honestly believe they're wearing the boys version of this coat for the photos. My husband is 5'10", 160, slim/fit build, a lot like the guys in the product photos. If you typically gravitate toward clothing marked as "husky" or "relaxed fit" or consider yourself to be a bigger guy, this coat is made for you, but you'll probably want to size down. It's a nice quality coat and has a plush memory foam-like feel to it. I wanted it to work, but the search continues as a nervously await my refunds.

Andrea H.

Horrible

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Only had my coat for a year and one of the zipper teeth has broken off.

dara carter

Seems durable and warm but...

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Large

Height

5` 9"

Weight

190 lbs

I’ve worn it twice during early cold here in Boston. The hood is not big/deep enough. This left my head exposed. There are no draw strings so you can’t pull it tight. The removable faux fur is not as plush as it looks and I wasn’t planning to use it. Even with it, it doesn’t do the trick. I tried wearing a hat underneath but the hood basically is unable to do much at that point....

Brian D.

A bit awkward

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

Runs large

Size Bought

XXL

Height

6` 1"

Weight

230 lbs

The size was a lot bigger than expected and the cut is basically a straight rectangle without deviation. The pockets are also strangely placed. I would go at least one size smaller. I ordered a size bigger unknown that it would be so big. Coat was about two sizes too big for me. A large probably would of fit well

Matthew S.

Recommend to my worst enemy

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Large

Height

6` 1"

Weight

210 lbs

After a lot of research I landed on this jacket, and I am very thankful that I pulled the trigger on this purchase! It is warm, comfortable, and provides the quality you expect from TNF. I would buy this again and would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this jacket to friends and my worst enemies, because after all, everyone deserves to stay warm in the winter!

Garrett W.

Excellent customer service

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Medium

Height

5` 9"

Weight

160 lbs

I purchased a jacket I wasn't happy with and the team at backcountry.com couldn't have been more helpful. They paid for return shipping and gave me some advice on finding the right jacket for me. Extremely professional and courteous, I will definitely shop on this site in the future.

Chris S.

Sizing

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Fit:

Runs large

Size Bought

large

Height

5` 11"

Weight

195 lbs

I am a little stocky in the chest and shoulders and the jacket ran a little big in the mid section. I felt like Sponge Bob Square Pants but it will probably fit some well and others not.

Dennis T.

Impressed With My First Down Coat

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Large

Height

6` 1"

Weight

200 lbs

Before I got this in December, I did a lot of research to find the warmest jacket for the money. All reviews pointed me to this parka. Since then, we have had a lot of nasty, cold weather here near Traverse City, Michigan. So far, I have worn it in -22 mornings being totally comfortable. I’ve wore this snowboarding, to my daughter’s ski meets, on my daily commute, snow blowing my driveway, and will wear it ice fishing this weekend. This is too warm to wear inside for extended periods. I’m 6’1” 200 lbs, and a large fits well, just a bit roomy. I personally don’t have much of a problem with the zipper as I had read others mention. It is a double zipper like a sleeping bag, so you can unzip upwards from the bottom - which I have found is handy to take a leak.

Matt Birk

Zipper and collar suck

Such a gorgeous jacket and so warm. Tough exterior. I loved it but had to return it because the zipper was absolute garbage. I could never get it zipped. Northface has always given me problems with zippers. I’ve had to send jackets back to have them replaced. The collar is a complete design disaster. Other than that this jacket was perfect I was so disappointed to Return

Ric A Liskowitz

Finally found a + size coat for my dad

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Height

5` 11"

Weight

175 lbs

I bought this coat for my father and here is what he has to say: Living in Boise, Idaho, it stays cold for quite a while. This coat is great for my retired life, getting me to the mailbox, church, and from the car during shopping. I like this coat alot and it's 'quiet' (meaning the fabric doesn't crinkle when it's cold)

John Peter Barrand

Love this coat!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Height

5` 5"

Weight

150 lbs

This coat is absolutely the best I’ve had! From the pockets in all the right places to the hood that you can customize and right on to how warm this thing is!!

Rhett Shafer

Super warm Parka

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Small

Height

5` 8"

Weight

152 lbs

Purchased it as a gift and so far he loves the parka. He's mentioned that overall the parka is super warm and he has not had any issues. I thought the chest pocket placement is a little odd, they could have positioned the pockets a little bit lower but my buddy loves it.

Jae Stefano Chung

Love the McMurdo!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

Runs large

Size Bought

Small

Height

6` 0"

Weight

160 lbs

I purchased this as a gift for a friend. This is what he said about the parka: “This parka is fantastic. It’s kept me incredibly warm and dry throughout this winter thus far. The down is incredibly comfortable as well. I haven’t tested it much in the mountains yet, but in freezing and windy temperatures in the city, it’s been great. Even considering that this is a parka, I think it runs on the larger size, like a lot of stuff from The North Face. In most brands, I wear a medium, but the small McMurdo fits me perfectly.”

Alec

All good but the hood

Unfortunately the hood on this coat is not of much use in my opinion because it doesn’t have cinch down pull cords in the front on each side. So as soon as you get a gust of wind the hood wants to blow off your head and doesn’t really provide much protection. I also thought it would be warmer than my Marmot shadow down jacket which only comes down to the waist, but it could be because of the higher down loft.

Jason Marcinski

Works for me!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

Runs large

Size Bought

XL

Height

6` 2"

Weight

220 lbs

I was looking for a warm coat. That was my number 1 priority. This coat is warm, but not too warm for me (Missouri winter seasons). Yes, the coat is a little bulky. It is like wearing a down comforter. But that is also what makes it so cozy and warm. I was good to go with an undershirt, and a polo, with this coat in 9 degree temps. Yes, the zipper is a little cumbersome. But you will get used to it. Perhaps, the coat may not be quite as stylish as others, but what I really wanted was a nice warm coat, and that's what this is. I am 6'2", 220lbs and got the XL. It fits just ever so slightly large, but I am good with it. I don't think you are going to find a warmer coat for the money.

Derek M.

EXCELLENT GEAR

IT DOES WORK FOR SEVERE COLD WEATHER.

JIN

Powerful Parka

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Medium

Height

6` 0"

Weight

152 lbs

Well constructed and extremely warm. Goes to mid-thigh for added warmth. Warmest coat I’ve ever owned.

Steve S.

Great Purchase! Fantastic Coat!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

XL

Height

6` 0"

Weight

205 lbs

Almost talked myself out of this jacket initially based on reading some of the reviews, after purchasing Im glad I didn’t listen to the lower rated ones. I was looking at a Fjallraven or Canadian Goose but kept getting caught up on price. I did some research, I wanted a Parka that extended past my waist so I looked up “warmest Mens parka”, to my surprise the McMurdo was rated second in three trials and 3rd in another one. Can find the links again if needed. It even beat out the three other coats I was looking at that are about $300 more. So I pulled the triggered and got it. First! the only issue I have is with the zipper, being a Parka the coats zipper falls past your waist and it’s a tough angle to get and there is a certain technique to it. Initially it would take me a few tries to get but now I figured out how to get it and have no issues. To me the XL is great, I have a 32 waist so it’ s not tight and routinely wear sweatshirts underneath. It is a Parka, to those reading this and then reading other reviewers I believe you lose some movement because tha€t’s the type of jacket. Yes it’s tough to lift my arms above my head, but I didn’t buy this coat for activities that require that. There are 6 pocket and an interior electionrics pocket with headphone wire opening. Not sure how many more you need. The hood cover my head fine, especially if the pull the cord to tighten in back of hood. Again maybe it’s my liking, but there is no drawstring but have yet to feel wind come the bottom, if you have a big stomach though I could see this happening though. The sleeves for me same size coat are fine, if your looking for active use I would not recommend besides light hiking, daily use or walks. In general I’m happy with coat, it’s the warmest coat I’ve had.

Dan C

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