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It’s a crisp bluebird morning, and you’re ready to spend your weekend carving turns with your friends. A slim fit makes the Thermoball Vest a smart choice to keep your torso warm while having another best day ever at the resort or in the backcountry. The North Face’s Primaloft Thermoball insulation material is packable and retains heat similar to down feather insulation but without the occasional feather shedding. A DWR coating also sheds light rain and snow, and if temps rise during that bluebird day, you can shed your outer layer and still be dry and warm while skiing in this vest and a baselayer. When you’re done riding for the day, the vest carries style at your favorite après-ski establishment or anywhere else on the mountain or around town.
- Keep your core warm on the lift with this vest
- DWR finish repels light rain or snow on a skintrack
- ThermoBall insulation mimics packability and warmth of down
- Slim fit to layer under a shell jacket
- Item #TNF04OP
- Material
- [face fabric] (classic) 15D nylon, (matte) 30D nylon, (print) 50D polyester, DWR coating, [lining] (classic, matte) 20D nylon, (print) 50D polyester
- Insulation
- PrimaLoft ThermoBall
- Fit
- slim
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- 27in
- Pockets
- [external] 2 hand, [internal] 1 zippered chest
- Claimed Weight
- 11oz
- Recommended Use
- all-mountain skiing, all-mountain snowboarding, backpacking, downhill, hiking, ice climbing, road cycling, road running, trail, trail running
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Tech Specs
What do you think about this product?
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September 28, 2019
Very Comfortable and Warm
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Medium
- Height
- 5` 9"
- Weight
- 172 lbs
Very happy with the way the Medium fits on me. I like that they now have an inside pocket in these. I bought both Medium and Large. I ended up returning the Large as it was too baggy.
Alex S.
March 29, 2019
Weird Sizing
- Familiarity:
- I returned this product before using it
- Fit:
- Runs small
- Size Bought
- Medium and Large
- Height
- 6` 0"
- Weight
- 200 lbs
This vest does not match the sizing of the Thermoball jacket. The Medium jacket fits me perfectly but a Medium in the vest is way too tight at my waist (33 inch). I even tried the Large vest which was of course roomier at the waist but was too roomy elsewhere. In the end, I returned them both. Too bad.
GearDaddy
March 24, 2019
Extremely comfy... NOT slim fit
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- Runs large
- Size Bought
- Medium
- Height
- 5` 11"
- Weight
- 175 lbs
Lost my Patagonia Nano Puff vest which I am 100% satisfied and bought this ThermoBall vest. Both are extremely comfy, warm, and light. Really like ThermoBall's huge hand pockets. The only complain I had is ThermoBall's fit. It was said to be Slim Fit. But it is way more relaxed than my Nano Puff vest. This relaxed fit makes ThermoBall potentially more comfy, but more difficult to be layered. Overall great product.
Heng G.
February 19, 2019
2018 model great vest.
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Medium
- Height
- 5` 11"
- Weight
- 165 lbs
Use it about everyday around town in the fall and spring. Has held up great, a tear here and there from a couple spills I took on a rocky trail , but to be expected. Used as a mid layer with a hard shell over one base layer and my Patagonia R1 under good to 0 degrees snowboarding. Packs small. Took one star because without a chest pocket it's not perfect functionality stowing small things under outer layer.
Ron Pagliaro
December 24, 2018
Insulated vest
Liked this item. Just what I ordered.
George Akers
September 12, 2018
NorthFace vest-medium,black
- Height
- 5` 8"
- Weight
- 140 lbs
Very light but warm.Made well. I really like it. Has logo on back also. Inside was white with news writing, kinda cool I guess. Got it on sale and at the price it's very worth it. It's a pretty big medium size but I think the small might not be right for me.
Barry C.
April 15, 2018
Takes chill off, activewear/casua
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- Runs large
Came back for a second color. I'm using the thermoball vest for winter snowbiking for some warmth and wind protection on my core (its the outer layer), under ski shell for resort skiing and even as a 'sweater' with a collared shirt for the office. Does it all. Get one.
Josh R
March 8, 2018
Fantastic Vest!
First off... sizing: I am 6â2â, 195 pound male. Very broad shoulders, but slim waist with no belly. Ordered the medium because I like a more fitting feel from my vests. The Medium was too tight in the armpit area and a tad too short in the body length. Of course Backcountry is amazing and has the best customer service of all time, so exchanging for a Large was no issue whatsoever. Large fits me perfectly, just have to synch the waist cord a bit and itâs good to go. I usually wear it over a 1/4 Zip or over a thicker sweater. I can see this vest keeping me warm and cozy from 25-45*F. Weather in Michigan is extreme so I expect a lot from my outerwear and I feel that this piece will be up for the challenge.
Dillon M. Horn
February 21, 2018
Best vest ever
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- medium
- Height
- 5` 10"
- Weight
- 175 lbs
This is the best vest I've found for layering under a ski shell. Haven't worn it for anything but skiing in cold temps, but I give it a big thumbs up. I think it will be versatile for all conditions - worn alone in spring and summer, worn as a layer for colder adventures.
jmbkash
February 6, 2018
Warm and Comfy
- Familiarity:
- I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- large
- Height
- 5` 10"
- Weight
- 195 lbs
I am writing this review for my husband (Lol!), this was a Christmas gift and my husband loves the vest! He is 5' 10", 195lbs, so I bought him the the large. It fits, but it could be slightly less boxy, and that is his only complaint - that's why the 4 star rating. This is a great vest under a ski jacket or a coat on a really cold day. He wears it around the house too. Great vest!
Suzanne M.
January 27, 2018
Very efficient
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- XL
- Height
- 5` 11"
- Weight
- 225 lbs
I bought this to use as a layer under my shell for colder days on the mountain, but I find myself using it for various reasons off of the mountain almost everyday in the colder weather. I put it on under or over my sweatshirts in temps between the 15-30 degrees F, and I stay warm without the bulk of a winter jacket. I expect to be able to use it over a T-shirt or a long sleeve in the early spring and late fall hikes, because it heats up significantly more when you are doing anything active in it. However, even if you get too hot in this you can pack it into its own pocket, which turns into a self storage pouch that zips and has a leash so you can pack it away or hang it off of your pack while hiking (small enough to attach to your belt loom if you don’t have a pack with you). Overall I couldn’t be happier with the product and I intend to buy the long sleeve jacket version of this next.
tiz4545119
January 4, 2018
Vest I didn't think I needed
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Medium
- Height
- 5` 10"
- Weight
- 165 lbs
Was never a big fan of vests before -- I think they look dorky -- but I finally got over that nonsense after I got tired of dealing with sweaty arms from layering long sleeves. This fleece is nice and light. Would have liked a chest zip pocket, but the two side zippered ones will do. I'm 5'10, 165lb (sometimes) and a Medium fits me great. Not baggy, but not super slim fit as I can wear a midweight fleece layer underneath with no problem.
WK
December 14, 2017
Outstanding!
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Small
- Height
- 5` 9"
- Weight
- 140 lbs
This is by far the best vest that I have ever owned. It's light weight, fits great, looks great!
Kratzer
November 23, 2017
Awesome Vest!
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Large
- Height
- 6` 1"
- Weight
- 190 lbs
I bought this vest a few months ago anticipating the colder weather. It fits very well with a sweater or sweatshirt underneath. I wear a large in just about every shirt/sweatshirt I wear and the large fits perfectly. It's nice and warm as well, I wear it every day at the ice rink and it keeps me nice and toasty. On the coldest windiest days this vest has been my go to. It's super versatile and can be worn just about everywhere (which I do). I couldn't ask for a better product!
Cade A.
October 4, 2017
Slim fit and comfy
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- Medium
- Height
- 5` 10"
- Weight
- 185 lbs
The small ribs on this puffy helps it keep the slim fit, or at least keep my belly appearing slightly slimmer. I'm an all around large in anything that North Face makes with sleeves, but I fit perfectly in the medium vest. I have large shoulders, lats, and pectorals.
Keenan Hoar
March 16, 2017
Very nice, toasty
- Size Bought
- Medium
- Height
- 5` 9"
- Weight
- 175 lbs
Grabbed one of these to bolster my layering system and couldn't be happier. I like the fact that I can add it under my wind shell or hardshell and still have plenty of room in the arms of my jackets. Have used it down to about 18° F with a long sleeve powerwool base layer and BD coefficient fleece (very light fleece) and was plenty comfy when static (no wind). I'm impressed with the NF thermoball insulation. Got the medium (5'"9", 175 ish) and fits well. Plenty of room for layers under and can easily get a shell over it.
Stephen Cline
June 22, 2016
Versatile and light
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- medium
- Height
- 5` 10"
- Weight
- 180 lbs
Great vest. Warm, weightless, comfortable, doesn't take up much room packing. Works as a pillow when stuffed into its own pocket.
Jed B.
April 4, 2016
Best in the Vest!
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
Great vest, super warm and cuts the wind, excellent core layer. I got a large and it fit great considering I wear a large in about everything. Can't go wrong w/ this purchase.
Powder Outlaw
March 21, 2016
gave as a gift, but great
- Familiarity:
- I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share
Great warmth and great mobility. I gave it as a gift but they love it.
Robert Smallman
March 6, 2016
Great Vest
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- Runs large
- Size Bought
- Med
- Height
- 5` 9"
- Weight
- 150 lbs
The vest is extremely light, packable, and warm. I would say it has a taller narrower fit, which I find most favorable. It makes a great ski layer and does well when wet.
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