The North Face Tek Approach Jacket - Men's
Focus more on the terrain and less on your gear with the men's The North Face Tek Approach jacket. It's a wind-resistant soft shell built for gusty days and has a wraparound panel that adds comfort.
- Wind-resistant WindWallâ„¢ fabric
- Body fabric made with 91% recycled polyester
- Non-PFC durable water repellent (DWR) finish for added water repellency
- Collar facing and sleeve pocket made with FlashDryâ„¢ materials that offer enhanced moisture management to help keep you comfortable
- Wraparound back panel for comfort under a hipbelt
- Secure-zip hand pockets
- Bonded, reverse-coil-zip sleeve pocket with a closed-end zipper and FlashDry-XDâ„¢
- Mesh pocket bags for breathability
- Elasticated cuffs
- Drawcord at hem for adjustability
- Seam-reinforcement tape at neck seam
- Heat transfer logo on left chest and back-right shoulder
- Regular fit
Imported.
View all The North Face Men's Soft-Shell Jackets| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 75D 177 g/m2 WindWall 91% recycled polyester/9% elastane fleece with non-PFC DWR finish; sleeve pocket: 75D 140 g/m2 86% recycled polyester/14% elastane with FlashDry and non-PFC DWR finish |
| Lining Fabric | Collar facing: 140 g/m2 92% recycled polyester/8% elastane jersey with FlashDry |
| Hood | No |
| Back Length | Hip-length |
| Back Length (in.) | Unavailable |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
Fits slightly large based on reviews
| 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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Stylish Jacket, but Falls Short
The North Face Tek Approach Jacket is a great-looking piece right out of the box. The color is sharp, the style is modern, and it’s a jacket you feel good wearing from a visual standpoint. As a casual layer, it checks the box—lightweight, comfortable, and easy to pair with different outfits. That said, a few things held it back for me. Mine arrived with what looked like a small oil stain, and after only about three months of light, occasional wear, the material began to peel. For the price and for a brand known for durability, that was disappointing and not what I expected. In terms of performance, warmth and wind protection are limited, so this functions more as a stylish shell than a true technical jacket.
Lightweight fleece jacket 5*
Light weight, wind-blocking fleece jacket. I bought this for multiple uses: cycling, pickleball and under waterproof shell (all types of activities). I could have purchased the medium but I chose a more form fitting small. Great over a base layer. A little snug over a midweight fleece. Perfect for my use cases. Great color and quality.
Great Jacket
The Tek Approach caught my eye while browsing in the local REI. Kept coming back to it and upon trying it on I was sold. Sharp looking, North Face quality, and perfect for end of winter/start of spring days.
Rugged, one of a kind mid-weight jacket
This is a great mid-weight jacket. Keeps the wind OUT, yet not a hot and sweaty jacket. Nice in cool OR warm weather. Super lightweight.
Must Have
Honestly exceeded expectations. The fit is perfect-not boxy, not tight, just clean and flattering. Super comfortable right out of the box and holds its shape all day. The material feels high quality and breathable, and I've already gotten multiple compliments every time I wear it. Works great on its own or layered, casual or dressed up. You can tell it's built to last. North Face nailed it-would absolutely buy again
Buy it and you will never regret it
Love this jacket. Amazing combination of wind resistance and warmth. Lightweight but somehow insulating and breathable. I end up wearing this way more than I expected. How did I live without this for so long? Runs large.
Great Product
This is just what I was looking for in a light jacket. Material is light but it stops the wind in its tracks.
Juuuust enough...
I wear this for work mostly, walking construction projects with clients and prospects. It certainly does block wind, is just thick enough to be warm, and light enough to...light...? Not sure what I'm trying to say but yeah, this was an easy buy. Looks sharp, functional, and I pray I get to wear it as a baselayer skiing here in CO soon.
I will definitely be purchasing other colors as well
I was in need of a comfortable yet light weight jacket that I could wear at work. This jacket not only does it look great, if fits and feels great! The quality of materials used superseded my expectations!
Urban commute
I ride an e-bike to work. The jacket's wind-resistance makes this jacket comfortable during commutes wearing jeans + tee down to 50 degrees + wind-chill for me. Your temperature values may vary.