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The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's

The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's

Item # 718106
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This jacket is great for highly aerobic activities where wind resistance and breathability are paramount.

  • Lightweight, durable Hydrenalite™ fabric has a light polyurethane and DWR (durable water resistant) coating to fend off the weather
  • Brimmed hood's side and back volume adjustments tailor the fit for coverage that keeps you protected, yet allows good peripheral vision
  • Hem drawcord and Velcro®-brand adjustable cuffs seal out the elements
  • Jacket stows in pocket

Please note: The North Face products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Imported.

Item 718106

The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

Shell fabricNylon
LiningMesh
Average weight18 ounces
Back length28 inches

The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's
 
4.0

(based on 7 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (7)
  • Durable (5)
  • Waterproof (5)
  • Breathable (3)
  • Warm (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Hiking and camping (7)
    • Casual wear (6)
    • Wet weather (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (6)

    Reviewed by 7 customers

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    Aug

    9

    2008

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Nice for the price.

    By Lucky Calaveras

    from Tehachapi, CA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

    • Doesn't Breathe

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Hiking and Camping

    Comments about The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's:

    Bought this jacket for the price. Couldn't afford to drop a hundred bucks on an occasional use garment. So I picked it up on sale. Used it a handful of times camping or on cold trips, but mostly around town. Take it on ATV rides on back mountain roads with temps in the mid-forties doing about twenty five and the jacket does a superb job stopping the wind. Does get a bit stuffy just walking around though, and probably could use some pit zips, but overall I'm content with it and would buy it again. Im 6'3 and 230 lbs so its tough to find decent gear that fits for decent prices. I gambled, and in my opinion, won.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Aug

    30

    2008

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great for the price

    By govols

    from Colorado Springs, CO

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Lightweight
    • Warm
    • Waterproof

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Hiking and Camping
      • Wet Weather

      Comments about The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's:

      Just picked this up and hiked Pikes Peak with it in my pack. It was great at the summit when the temp was about 40 with 20-30 MPH winds. On my way down I was happy to have it when it began to rain. It breaths ok, it is hard to find anything that breaths well when you’re doing strenuous activity in the rain. But you cannot beat the price and quality.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      Aug

      8

      2008

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Works well

      By old goat

      from Federal Way, WA.

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Waterproof

      Cons

      • No pit zips

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Hiking and Camping
      • Wet Weather

      Comments about The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's:

      I've had this jacket for over a year and it has quickly become one of my favorites. I use for backpacking, camping, walks around the neighborhood, and getting from my car to work without getting soaked. It packs down small, and is lightweight. Great for wet weather and wind. Need to layer for cold. Breathes well enough for mild to moderate activity. Would be a benefit if it had pit zips. The mesh lining (a plus I was looking for in a jacket) keeps the claminess down. The chest and hand pockets are just mesh lined so you can vent a little by keeping them open. I'm glad I made this purchase. If you buy it I think you'll like it too.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Apr

      3

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      i am so going to get another one

      By space man

      from monterey, ca

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Warm
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Cold Weather
        • Hiking and Camping

        Comments about The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's:

        i love this jacket, i wear it when i run and i wear it when i go walk my dog at a local dog friendly trail. it is really light weight and does not weigh me down, the pocket in the chest is really usefull to put my keys or cell when i run or walk..

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Apr

        20

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Nice Jacket for the price!!

        By Hope Valley Hiker

        from Hope Valley, RI

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Waterproof

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Hiking and Camping
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's:

          A reasonably priced outer shell which is wind and water resistant and even has some jacket pockets, which other shells or wind jackets sometimes do not have. My biggest problem was deciding which color to get. The sizing was right on depending on what you layer underneath. The only thing I would like to see on the jacket would be pit zips but otherwise this is a really nice jacket.

          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Chest Size:
          • Feels true to size

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Apr

          15

          2008

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          So far so good..

          By ebrazzo

          from Bay Area, CA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Durable
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear
            • Hiking and Camping

            Comments about The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's:

            I needed an inexpensive windproof shell that could keep some rain off. This seems to do the trick. I am pretty rough on it and so far it has held up well. I'm fairly tall (6'6") so I take an XL. The length is good and the sleeves are actually long enough for me which is really rare. Had it out on a few windy days with a microfleece layer and it felt pretty good. The entire thing crams into its own left pocket and zips shut for storage.

            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size
            • Sleeve Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Chest Size:
            • Feels true to size

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            May

            23

            2008

            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            2.0

            Looks great but lacks breathability

            By Sawtooth Hiker

            from Boise, ID

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Lightweight
            • Waterproof

            Cons

            • Doesn't Breathe

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear
            • Hiking and Camping
            • Wet Weather

            Comments about The North Face Geosphere Jacket - Men's:

            I just bought this jacket and haven't used it in the mountains yet. But even a casual stroll around town betrayed its greatest drawback: poor breathability. I was surprised, since the jacket is hyped as breathable, but even a brief, non-strenuous walk on a cool day left me feeling clammy in the arms and the small of the back. It was a windy day, so I might as well mention that the wind protection didn't seem any better than a handful of other lightweight jackets in my closet, none of which bill themselves as offering wind protection. All in all, a good looking jacket, but a disappointing performer. I will probably be returning the item to REI.

            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size
            • Sleeve Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Chest Size:
            • Feels true to size

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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