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The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men\'s

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Backcountry-ready, The North Face Varius Guide jacket offers fortified waterproof, breathable protection. It uses stretch fabric in key movement areas for extra durability and comfort.

  • Made from coated 2-layer HyVent™ nylon and stretch HyVent for durable and comfortable protection; features a combination of mesh and taffeta lining
  • All seams are sealed for complete protection
  • Features a fully adjustable, detachable hood and a brushed tricot collar lining and chin guard; jacket zips up to protect chin and lower face in blustery weather
  • Pit vents with 2-way zippers let you quickly and easily control core temperature
  • Wind skirt, drawcord hem and adjustable cuffs keep out the spindrift and help seal in warmth
  • 2 generously sized handwarmer pockets, a vertical chest pocket and an inside, secure stash pocket
  • The North Face Varius Guide jacket has a standard fit that isn't overly bulky, yet still layers comfortably
  • Zip-in integration feature lets you zip in compatible The North Face mid layer insulating pieces

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The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Multisport
Nylon / nylon blend
Nylon
Polyester
Yes
Yes
HyVent 2-layer waterproof breathable coating
No
Hip-length
30 inches
1 lbs. 8 oz.
Yes
Men's
Fabric type
Shell fabric
Shell lining fabric
Windproof
Waterproof
Type of waterproofing
Insulated
Back length
Back length (in.)
Average weight
Hood
Gender

The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's
 
4.5

(based on 11 reviews)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Waterproof (10)
  • Comfortable (9)
  • Lightweight (8)
  • Breathable (7)
  • Windproof (7)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Wet weather (10)
    • Casual wear (6)
    • Extreme conditions (5)
    • Hiking and camping (5)
    • Cold / extreme (4)
      • Fit:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        100% 

        (9 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        100% 

        (9 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        100% 

        (9 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (6)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (10)

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    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Verstile Jacket - Broken Zipper

    By Derecola

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Waterproof

    Cons

    • Zipper

    Best Uses

    • Extreme Conditions
    • Wet Weather

    Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

    I bought this jacket as a combine winter and rain jacket. I used to have one of those winter jackets with a heavy liner, but I found a never used it. Instead, I figured this lighter weight jacket would good with other layers as a winter jacket and with nothing as a spring and fall rain jacket. I've only had it for a month, but in that time I've walked many, many city blocks in the rain. It'd defintely WILL NOT keep the cold out by itself, but it has all the proper toold to keep you dry and comfortable.

    The only downside I've found is one of the side pockets zippers has broken. I need to take it back to REI to fixing/replacing, but otherwise I've been happy with the jacket.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good Outershell Jacket

    By Austrian Ski Family

    from German military post

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    See all my reviews

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Waterproof

    Cons

    • Not Enough Pockets

    Best Uses

    • Skiing/Snowboarding
    • Wet Weather

    Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

    Husband used this jacket to ski the Austrian slopes and it was very versatile. Able to wear alone with mid layers on warmer days and fit well with Denali jacket for colder days. Husband is 6"0", 175 lbs and fairly broad chested. This fit him well. Blue color was bright with orange contrasting, but not obnoxious and he was easier to spot on the slopes. Only downside was lack of inner pockets since he likes to carry his wallet, sunglasses, and keys in these areas. Luckily his ski bib has a front pocket that he was able to use instead. Overall a good jacket for the sale price.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    You get what you pay for.

    By andrejs

    from Redlands, CA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Waterproof
    • Windproof

    Cons

    • Doesn't Breathe

    Best Uses

      Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

      I purchased this jacket along with the Varius pants for a winter trip to the Presidentials/Mt. Washington in NH. This was to be my climbing/ascending jacket, and unfortunately it failed at one of the most crucial elements I was looking for - breathability. It blocked the wind just fine, was warm enough with the proper base layers, and fit well. However, it did not breathe, which meant the sweat accumulated (jacket was wet inside at -10*F), and as soon as I stopped or slowed down, it naturally got cold quick. It has a few pit zips, but even those helped very little. I can see this jacket working fine for someone skiing down a hill, but if you plan to be active and are looking for a jacket that breathes, skip this one. It's getting returned.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Not Just A Rain Jacket!

      By Vassagogo

      from Tustin, CA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Versatile
      • Waterproof
      • Windproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking and Camping
        • Wet Weather

        Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

        Ok first I wanted something in this row, 1 To be breathable!!!! 2 To be water proof, NOT RESISTANT! 3 To block the wind, 4 To be able to put on layers! I have found that instead of one big jacket that layering is the way to go. I thought 3 into 1 jackets were the answer, but North Face has a great Zip lining that is compatible with some of there other products!(Puffers, Fleeces, which is a lot cheaper for me!!) With the Denali and Diez puffy vest, perfectly warm for any temps on the trail or at camp. While wearing this coat with the underarms zipped open, my 35lbs backpack, I was able to keep dry from the weather, myself, and was comfortable the whole way through! And if you buy the red, A Lot cheaper!!! Cons: people do think that I am snow patrol with all my gear on:) Great Jacket!!!!

        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        Excellent Jacket!

        By gnarflip

        from Eugene, OR

        About Me Environmentalist

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Everything

        Cons

        • I only own one

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking and Camping
        • Wet Weather

        Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

        Love it. Live in Eugene and it's perfect for the weather up here. No complaints. Weatherproof, durable, Sexy.

        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        Great jacket

        By Jo the traveler

        from Maison, WI

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Stylish
        • Warm
        • Waterproof
        • Windproof

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

          Great jacket for traveling as it's perfect for all kinds of weather conditions. I need to get a fleece liner for it so I can use it year round.

          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Chest Size:
          • Feels true to size
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          varius guide rain jacket!

          By JRoboski the sneaky russian

          from Tacoma WA <---- High Five

          About Me Military/Law Enforcement

          See all my reviews

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Feelsa very nice I LIKE
          • Lightweight
          • Stylish
          • Waterproof
          • Windproof

          Cons

          • Not too warm so bundla up

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Cold Weather
          • Extreme Conditions
          • Hiking and Camping
          • Its'a bon fire ready NICE
          • Makes me smile high five
          • Skiing/Snowboarding
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

          this jackets'a very nice i recommend this to anyone looking for good times ALRIGHT =)
          i take on the smallest of snow storms with ease

          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Chest Size:
          • Feels true to size
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          All the right stuff

          By tamatimi

          from Las Vegas NV

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Stylish
          • Warm
          • Waterproof
          • Windproof

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear
            • Cold Weather
            • Extreme Conditions
            • Hiking and Camping
            • Wet Weather

            Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

            Great product for the price. Enjoy the versitility.

            Service and delivery comments:

            Service was great.

            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size
            • Sleeve Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Chest Size:
            • Feels true to size
            • Was this a gift?:
            • Yes

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            Keeps up with Minnesota!

            By Erik UofM

            from University of Minnesota TC

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            See all my reviews

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Lightweight
            • Stylish
            • Waterproof
            • Windproof

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Casual Wear
              • Cold Weather
              • Wet Weather

              Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

              I bought this jacket last year. I was looking for something that was windproof and waterproof. I spend a lot of time outside on campus in Minnesota throughout the year and the weather here can really throw some nasty stuff at you. It keeps me super dry in the rain, even in heavy downpours. The hood is even "extended" in front of my face some when it is worn up, so it keeps my face relatively dry too. I wear this jacket in the winter with a long sleeve shirt and a fleece liner (sometimes my Apex Bionic, which doesn't zip in) and because it's windproof, it keeps me really warm. I just layer under it, and I'm good to go out there. I love TNF products; they always wear well and last a lifetime. I would absolutely recommend this jacket to anyone.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

               
              5.0

              You get what you pay for!

              By todd68

              from Orangevale, Ca

              About Me Professional/Guide

              See all my reviews

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Lightweight
              • Stylish
              • Warm
              • Waterproof
              • Windproof

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Cold Weather
                • Extreme Conditions
                • Hiking and Camping
                • Wet Weather

                Comments about The North Face Varius Guide Rain Jacket - Men's:

                I love North face gear Durable, guaranteed, could use a few more pockets though!

                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size
                • Sleeve Length:
                • Feels true to length
                • Chest Size:
                • Feels true to size
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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