The North Face Alpine Light Parka

The North Face Alpine Light Parka

Average Rating: rated 4.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 1 Trailspace user

Description

The Alpine Light Parka is a hard shell jacket made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Moosejaw:
"The Alpine Light Parka by The North Face is the classic, lightweight mountaineering parka The Alpine Light Parka by The North Face has 2-layer Classic Gore-Tex fabric for the most-tested and most-trusted weather protection Sealed seems keep moisture from seeping in Pit zip vents for airflow during aerobic activity or on warmer days Core vent pockets double as ventilation to prevent you from overheating and storage for small personal items D-rings on sleeves for gear or lift tickets The Alpine Light Parka by The North Face has a fleecy neck and chinguard that keeps neck warm and prevents chafing Interior wallet pocket Compresses down to a very packable size making it an ideal layer to travel with Measurement from Center Back: 32.5in. Average Weight of the Alpine Light Parka by The North Face is: 27oz (765g)"

From Altrec Outdoors:
"Engineered for mountaineering and winter backpacking, the Alpine Light Parka combines the most proven and best elements of the past outerwear from The North Face into one reliable and lightweight package. This is less about retro refined than it is about all the right elements in all the right places. The Alpine Light features enhanced waterproof and breathable reinforcement fabric along the shoulders, sleeves and side panels for extended life and rough handling. Pit zips beneath the sleeves help keep you cool on extended ascents and sun drenched descents. An articulated sleeve construction optimizes your mobility without compromising your arm coverage. This is everything you need to get it right this season. Waterproof and breathable 100% nylon 3.12 oz. dual-ply Classic Gore Tex shell fabric body Waterproof and breathable Voyager dual-ply Classic Gore Tex nylon fabric reinforcements Pit zip vents beneath sleeves Soft fleece neck and chin guard Articulated sleeve design Dual chest vents/pockets with zipper closures D-rings on sleeves for gear or lift ticket Internal wallet pocket Stowable hood for calm bluebird days TNF logo on lower left sleeve Zip-in compatible with North Face jackets"

From US Outdoor Store:
"The North Face Alpine Light ParkaA classic lightweight mountaineering parka. Neither rain nor wind can bother The North Face Alpine Light Parka -- and those who wear it.Features: A classic, lightweight mountaineering parka. D-rings on sleeves Fleecy neck and chinguard Interior wallet pocket Pit-zip vents Stowable hood Two chest vent/pockets Waterproof, breathable, seam-sealed"

User Reviews

rated 4.5 of 5 stars Men's Alpine Light Parka
Reviewed by trailguy123, Jan 29, 2008

"This is one of the best products I have bought. I'm pretty sure it's not in production anymore. Gore-tex makes it completely waterproof. It is zip-in compatible which is great because it turns a waterproof shell and a North Face fleece of some kind into one waterproof and really warm jacket."

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