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The North Face Circaloft Insulated Hoodie - Men's
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A packable, insulated and water-repellent layer, The North Face Circaloft men's hoodie features a vertical quilting pattern that holds insulation in place to provide consistent warmth.
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Insulation Type
Synthetic
- Vertical 2x4 quilting pattern holds the synthetic sheet insulation in place to reduce both cold spots and insulation-cluster migration
- Non-PFC durable water repellent (DWR) finish
- Attached hood with a drawcord for adjustability
- Exposed center-front zipper
- Secure-zip hand pockets and chest pocket
- Dual packability options let you compress the hoodie into its right-hand pocket or external stow bag for easier carry
- Embroidered logo on the left chest
- Circular design allows it to be disassembled and recycled by The North Face at the end of its life into raw materials for a second generation of products
Imported.
View the The North Face Circaloft Product LineView all The North Face Men's Synthetic Insulation Jackets| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Body: 30-denier x 30-denier 50 g recycled polyester |
| Lining Fabric | 30-denier 50 g recycled polyester |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Synthetic |
| Insulation | 60 g 75% recycled polyester/25% polyester |
| Warmth | Warmer |
| Hood | Yes |
| Packable | Yes |
| Back Length | Hip-length |
| Back Length (in.) | 28.25 inches |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
The North Face Clothing - Men's
| XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 30 IN Waist | 32 IN Waist | 34 IN Waist | 36 IN Waist | 38 IN Waist | 40 IN Waist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 33–35 | 36–38 | 39–41 | 42–44 | 45–48 | 49–52 | 53–56 | ||||||
| Sleeve Length | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.8 | 35.5 | 36.3 | 37 | ||||||
| Waist | 27–28 | 29–30 | 31–34 | 35–38 | 39–42 | 43–44 | 29–30 | 31–32 | 33–34 | 35–36 | 37–38 | 39–40 | |
| Hip | 33–34 | 35–37 | 38–40 | 41–43 | 44–46 | 47–49 | 50–52 | 35–36 | 37–38 | 39–40 | 41-42 | 43–44 | 44–45 |
| Inseam | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 |
Sizing Notes
TALL: Some shirts, pants and jackets are available in tall sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 3 inches longer and a rise that is 1 inch longer, a shirt or jacket body that is 2 inches longer and sleeves that are 2 inches longer than regular sizes.
SHORT: Pants are available in short sizes. These have an inseam of 30 inches.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
8 people found this review helpful
2 years ago
This is a very well designed packable jacket
Received free productThe North Face Circaloft synthetic insulated and water-repellent Hoodie Jacket is loose-fitting and very comfortable because there is no binding anywhere. The vertical quilting pattern holds insulation in place to provide consistent warmth throughout. The attached hood has a unique drawcord on the back for adjustability around the crown of the head. The large zippered hand pockets provide more than ample room for gloves and other items, and the zippered chest pocket is very adequate for storage of items such as a cell phone. The jacket's packability options allowing you to compress the jacket into the right-hand pocket or the provided external stow bag. The jacket's thin sheet of insulation provides light weight warmth, but you may need under-garment layering for adequate warmth in cold temperatures.
Yes , I recommend this product
Joel
Keystone, ColoradoMost Helpful Critical Review
6 people found this review helpful
2 years ago
Not as Good as Expected
Received free productOver all it's not a bad jacket but I feel like it's not quite up to The North Face's typical quality. I was still chilly with just a t-shirt under it, but was toasty warm with a sweatshirt. With an additional layer under it I was able to wear it in less than 45 degree weather. The only things I don't like about it is that there's no way to cinch up the bottom, meaning that cold air goes right up the bottom of the jacket. I also followed the sizing chart and chose a medium, but it's a little big, maybe to allow for extra layers? The zipper sticks a bit, and even though you're supposed to be able to stuff it into the pocket I find that it packs better into the enclosed stuff sack. The last thing is that it's not entirely water repellent. I wore it out in a light drizzle and could see where the jacket was absorbing water. Maybe it's just me, but I don't like the insulating layer of my jackets to get wet. That kinda prevents the jacket from keeping you warm.
Honestly, I've better made coats from other brands which cost about the same as or less than this one.
Yes , I recommend this product
Adk2MeHiker
Boothbay Harbor, MEJimbob
Received free product
Seattle, WA
Compact warm jacket for drizzly days
2 years ago
I really like this jacket, has thin synthetic insulation, rolls up small for backpacking It has a nice fitting hood with a rim that stops water going in my face. Fits over a baseball cap for heavier rain. Good length sleeves with cuffs that cover the wrists while wearing gloves. The jacket is water resistant and keeps me dry in short rain showers, dries fast since it is synthetic insulation. I don't like the large white number of labels that I had to remove. Always a risk to cut these off without damaging the clothing. The pockets are good, with nice zips. I wish the back of the pockets has a small amount of insulation and not just the thin material. A nice warm jacket.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Yes , I recommend this product
mancinna
Received free product
Denver, CO
Warm, Packable, Great for Travel
2 years ago
I recently used this jacket on a trip with my friends. The jacket fits well and kept me plenty warm while I was outside in mid-30 degree windy weather. A few features I really like: -The wrist cuffs have a band that is tight around the wrist and there is about a half inch of fabric that extends past the band. I like this feature because it reduces an open gap when you wear gloves -When the jacket is all the way zipped up and you have the hood on, it goes a little past your chin and the hood fits tighter around your face -My favorite feature is the jacket comes with a stuff sack that makes it easy to travel. I attached a picture of the jacket in the sack as it was super convenient.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Yes , I recommend this product
Adk2MeHiker
Received free product
Boothbay Harbor, ME
Not as Good as Expected
2 years ago
Over all it's not a bad jacket but I feel like it's not quite up to The North Face's typical quality. I was still chilly with just a t-shirt under it, but was toasty warm with a sweatshirt. With an additional layer under it I was able to wear it in less than 45 degree weather. The only things I don't like about it is that there's no way to cinch up the bottom, meaning that cold air goes right up the bottom of the jacket. I also followed the sizing chart and chose a medium, but it's a little big, maybe to allow for extra layers? The zipper sticks a bit, and even though you're supposed to be able to stuff it into the pocket I find that it packs better into the enclosed stuff sack. The last thing is that it's not entirely water repellent. I wore it out in a light drizzle and could see where the jacket was absorbing water. Maybe it's just me, but I don't like the insulating layer of my jackets to get wet. That kinda prevents the jacket from keeping you warm. Honestly, I've better made coats from other brands which cost about the same as or less than this one.
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'4"
Yes , I recommend this product
Joel
Received free product
Keystone, Colorado
This is a very well designed packable jacket
2 years ago
The North Face Circaloft synthetic insulated and water-repellent Hoodie Jacket is loose-fitting and very comfortable because there is no binding anywhere. The vertical quilting pattern holds insulation in place to provide consistent warmth throughout. The attached hood has a unique drawcord on the back for adjustability around the crown of the head. The large zippered hand pockets provide more than ample room for gloves and other items, and the zippered chest pocket is very adequate for storage of items such as a cell phone. The jacket's packability options allowing you to compress the jacket into the right-hand pocket or the provided external stow bag. The jacket's thin sheet of insulation provides light weight warmth, but you may need under-garment layering for adequate warmth in cold temperatures.
Age:75 or over
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
Bob Sacamano
Received free product
Colorado Springs, CO
Great packable jacket
2 years ago
This jacket is great. It is built well and keeps you plenty warm. One note is that when i first started using it, the zipper was sticking when trying to unzip it. After a few uses it eventually went away. A nice feature is the elastic that keeps the sleeve snug to your wrist is set back a couple of inches rather than at the very end of the sleeve. It's a small note but oddly nice. It also comes with a stuff sack and the right front pocket can be inverted to be packed up tight. All in all, it's definitely worth the purchase
Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'8"
Yes , I recommend this product
ChipK
Received free product
The Great Northwest & Seattle
Just a great All-Round Jacket
2 years ago
(First off let me say that REI Provided this jacket for a honest review. They have not asked for any perspective, only that this review is provided based upon personal experience with this product.) Starting off, this is a great jacket for someone seeking a warm, lightweight, water-resistant jacket, that also looks great. This jacket ticks off each of those requirements. The outdoor performance market is at a wonderful time with new materials and insulation development being put into new products. In my past outdoor experiences with performance clothing for warmth down sat at the top of the hill for weight to warmth ratios and most likely in many products such as sleeping bags it still is. The challenges with down have been keeping it dry, for when it gets wet it loses its loft and thus does not stay warm. Today’s synthetics have changed that thinking with this jacket being an example of the use of new these new materials. The synthetic insulation used in this jacket is a sheet layer making it very thin, yet very warm. The sizing is spot on with sleeve length, shoulder width, and a slightly athletic body fit. The hood is conformation and allows for single draw cord adjustment that pulls it back making it tight against the face to hold in heat or keep out rain and wind. Its DWR treatment allows for water to run off as expected with today’s improved coatings. The pockets sit comfortably on the sides and are neither too high/low or too far forward or backward. A stuff bag is included with the jacket that would allow it to pack away in a backpack for those cooler nights in camp or early morning starts and would be a welcome item riding in a day pack as part of a 10 essential load out. Overall, I am very impressed with this jacket for the quality of the materials and construction as there were no off stitching lines, the zippers worked without getting caught or snagged, and in the choice of materials and colors. This is a jacket that will work well in the field, around town, or as a daily item during fall and spring weather where a lightweight, water-resistant, and warn jacket is appropriate. It is not a jacket for heavy rainy days or extreme cold, but I see it as a viable choice as a jacket for my Seattle winter work commutes and daily wear. For someone looking for a jacket for light rain and cooler days, this is certainly one to consider and many will find it their preferred choice.
Age:65–74
Yes , I recommend this product
Tommy
Received free product
Ft. Collins, CO
The North Face Men's Circaloft Insulated Hoodie
2 years ago
I was able to wear my new North Face Hoodie on several occasions while camping in Rocky Mountain National Park and Telluride Colorado. Although the daytime temperatures where in the mid 60's, as soon as the sun set, the temp quickly dropped into the low 40's. I put on my new hoodie and it kept me very warm while going on short night time walks and while sitting around the campfire. I really like the feel and fit of the jacket and my wife said it looked great on me. It's a lightweight jacket so I don't believe it would be too warm in colder weather but it runs just a bit large so the size would be perfect to layer with a heavy shirt or sweater under it. I'm 6'2"- and 190 lbs. and wear a large. It comes with a nice stuff sack so you can pack it when you're not using it. My only thoughts on improvements would be that the hood is a bit awkward to tighten while you're wearing it and the the drawstring on the stuff sack could you a little improvement. Overall a great lightweight jacket and I would recommend this to a friend!
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Yes , I recommend this product
Vic from Colorado
Received free product
Denver, Colorado
Nice light cool weather jacket
2 years ago
I received these products for free from the REI Trailblazers sampling program in exchange for my honest review. I hadn't been able to review this product until recently due to abnormally warm weather here in Colorado. I've worn my jacket the past few mornings and today in 40-50 degree weather and am enjoying the comfort. I wouldn't say this product would be particularly sufficient in any colder of weather but for walks with the dog or around town it is ideal. I love that it is packable in its own small pouch and that the attached hood isn't intrusive to comfort. The cut of the jacket is a little odd for my frame. I'm about 5'7 and slightly barrel chested and the jacket fits nicely in a medium everywhere but in the neck area when zipped up fully. The point of the collar feels like it's sticking into my Adam's apple. I tried a large recently and that felt too big and bulky. Might be fine for a slim or more petite chest and shouldered person. Overall, I enjoy North Face products very much and have had one of their early (now reissued) jackets for over 10 years and it's still super warm for colder conditions. Same with a pair of North Face snow boots I have. If this lighter offering can stand the test of time similarly, it'll be a winner in my book.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Yes , I recommend this product
eatlocal
Received free product
Milwaukee, WI
Cool season jacket, perfect for layering
2 years ago
I had the opportunity to try out my new Circaloft hoodie on a fall camping and hiking trip in Northern Wisconsin and found it to be a good jacket for cool temps, but not cold temps. The temps had been in the low 40's the week before my trip, but had warmed up a bit with lows of 52 while I was camping. I wasn't sure if 52 degrees would be a good test for this jacket, but it was since I was actually a little cold with just a flannel shirt under it while sitting around camp. When I switched to a heavier fleece top I did find it to be warmer, and even better yet after adding a light fleece jacket under it. The jacket is roomy and seems perfect for layering. When wearing it while more active, it seemed a midweight base layer or light fleece would be fine. I tend to run cold when sitting around camp, but I could imagine this jacket having good warmth for warmer folks. I didn't get to test the water repellent finish on it since the only rain I encountered was a complete downpour and I went for the GoreTex jacket for that. For me, I think it will make a nice jacket to keep in my pack or vehicle for the times when the weather changes and I find myself underdressed for cooler temps.
Age:55–64
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Yes , I recommend this product
JKat
Perfect for travel
1 year ago
Took this jacket on a recent trip to Central Europe. Had some cool evenings and mornings in the 30s and it was warm enough and allows for layering. Also had some drizzle and the water repellent coating did the trick. Perhaps the best feature for travel was how nicely it compresses in the provided stuff sack, compact and light weight and easily fits in shoulder bag or small daypack.
Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
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