How to Choose Insulated Jackets

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The North Face Chakal jacket uses waterproof, breathable DryVent™ 2-layer fabric and body-mapped PrimaLoft® Black insulation to keep you warm and dry on those snowy days you'll remember with a smile.
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View all The North Face Men's Synthetic Insulation Jackets| Best Use | Snowsports |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 175 g/m2 DryVent 2L 94% recycled polyester/6% elastane |
| Lining Fabric | DryVent |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | DryVent |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Synthetic |
| Insulation | PrimaLoft Black 60% recycled polyester fibers (100 g in body; 80 g in sleeves) PrimaLoft Black 60% recycled polyester fibers (100 g in body; 80 g in sleeves) |
| Warmth | Warmest |
| Hood | Yes |
| Thumbholes | Yes |
| Powder Skirt | Yes |
| Ventilation | Pit Zips |
| Back Length | Hip-length |
| Back Length (in.) | 31 inches |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | 2 lbs. 7 oz. |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've worn it several times this season and it absolutely works like a charm. It is a good looking outfit for girls too. Wilmot mountain is super windy but even my neck does not feel the wind. It's super warm with the down filling as well as good at evaporating so I don't get sweaty. The fabric is super sturdy too - no scratch at all although I fell and slid on the snow/ice a lot!
The jacket is nice and warm, but the zipper gets stuck! It routinely takes multiple tries to get the zipper up or down.
It's a cold weather coat for skiing. With the hood up I'll be comfortable with temps in the teens. Sizing was good. I'm 5'7" & 160 lbs and purchased a small.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Got this jacket as a back up but it became my main jacket, I wear it around the city and on the mountain. Great jacket, the zipper gets caught sometimes but not enough to really effect the jacket in a negative way. Just make sure everything is lined up before zipping up so nothing gets caught.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My son liked the looks and picked out this jacket. It looked good on him but the zipper did not work from the start. He had trouble getting it unzipped to even try on. Once he finally got it on, he had to pull it off over his head. The zipper was the worst
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been wearing it in Minnesota while biking to and from work early in the morning, and it's definitely its job. Keeps me very warm, and easily blocks the wind. Can't wait to try it out skiing/snowboarding!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this Jacket for my husband for his birthday and he absolutely loves it. He says it is very warm and comfortable and not heavy or constricting. It looks great too! We are happy with the purchase.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this jacket for our ski trip and it did not disappoint!! It was warm and comfortable. I love the length and cuffs on the arms, vent in the arms allow it to be worn on warmer days.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I plan to use this product skiing in Tahoe - love the many features it has including wrist tightening straps and the inside waist "belt" to secure and prevent snow from going up inside.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect jacket for skiing and snowboarding. It is exactly what I was looking for and keeps me warm in even 0 degrees conditions. I ordered one size bigger and it fits perfect.