more»The North Face Redpoint Optimus Jacket
$109.99 - $139.98
MSRP: $199.00 (men's)
where to buy:
$109.99 Moosejaw (women's)
$119.37 Backcountry.com (men's)
$119.37 Backcountry.com (women's)
$139.98 EMS (women's)
User Reviews
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Reviewed by 4 Trailspace users
A great lightweight jacket. Jacket has a great fit,…
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Fabric: nylon
Fill: Primaloft
A great lightweight jacket.
Jacket has a great fit, arms, body, and hood. Can do some layering under it. Slim so you do not look like the Staypuff marshmallowman. It has the best hood I have ever used in a jacket. It moves with you, and it really makes a difference. Pull the hood up and this jacket really give you a little extra.
It is really a lightweight coat as far as temps go. I have layered up and done hikes in -25 weather but when you stop you will cool down pretty quick. A decent jacket for standing around to about 30 degrees. Great for hiking in at 20 degrees in and colder temps.
For winters in Texas, all you need.
As a photographer I really like how big the hand pockets are. I can put a Fuji Quickload holder in them!
Biggest downfall on my few years old version is no fleece in pockets.
A worthy entry for a lightweight winter coat. For really cold temps I go for something warmer.
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Don't listen to that other review. He's talking about…
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Fabric: Nylon w/ DWR coating. Shoulders and hood have hyvent coating for light waterproofing.
Fill: primaloft one
Price Paid: $180
Don't listen to that other review. He's talking about the old. I just purchased the 2007, and I am very impressed.
The jacket is extremely lightweight and somewhat thin, yet will insulate far beyond expectations. Last night I went for a walk in about -5 F temps and I was perfectly warm.
The jacket is also extremely comfortable. I fell asleep the other night wearing it. I was inside and it was about 70 degrees in my house, but I didn't wake up sweating. I don't understand why this jacket is so amazing. I purchased it as a midlayer, but it is far more than that.
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Primaloft works great, DWR coating repels water and…
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Fabric: Nylon DWR treated
Fill: PrimaLoft
Price Paid: $199.99
Primaloft works great, DWR coating repels water and snow pretty well. very lightweight, dries fast, surprisingly warm as mentioned in other review. a little pricey for what your getting but most North Face stuff is, but it's got a great warranty. the insulated hood is helmet compatible.
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The 2003 ($99) model of the Redpoint Optimus Jacket…
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Fill: permaloft
Price Paid: $199
The 2003 ($99) model of the Redpoint Optimus Jacket is a very good jacket with its included features. Removable sleeves, sleeve pocket, hood cinch, and perm-aloft insulation. The 2005 version of the same jacket is ($199) and has less features than the 2003 model. The 2005 version is without the above 2003 features listed above at twice the cost. The only features that are better on the 2005 model are that the perm-aloft feels like down, and the "kiss" of hyvent to protect the wearer from water absorption. If I have a choice I would choose the 2003 version of this jacket.
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Specs
Specs
| men's | |
|---|---|
| Weight |
26.10 oz / 740 g |
| Body Fabric |
30D 54 g / sq m (1.59 oz / sq yd) 100% Nylon, DWR finish |
| Insulation |
100 g PrimaLoft® One |
Description
The Redpoint Optimus Jacket is a synthetic insulated jacket made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews
The Redpoint Optimus Jacket has been discontinued. It last appeared in The North Face's 2011 product line.
Manufacturer's Description
Visit The North Face's Men's Redpoint Optimus Jacket page.
Retailers' Descriptions
Here's what other sites are saying:
Favored by those who look forward to winter's cold clutches, The North Face Redpoint Optimus Insulated Jacket rocks toasty PrimaLoft insulation and packs inside it's own internal pocket for added convenience. Although it packs down easily, this lightweight insulating layer sports enough pockets for all your small essentials and a fit that's more comfortable than your favorite cotton hoody. Stash this jacket inside your touring pack or mountaineering bag and keep warmth close at hand when you travel through the mountains.
- Backcountry.com refers to the men's version
Contrary to first impressions, The North Face Redpoint Optimus Jacket isn't just for mountain climbing. This streamlined, helmet-compatible insulated jacket is also great for hiking, skiing, camping, backpacking and snowboarding--especially if you're an outdoor enthusiast who prefers technical outerwear with uncluttered simplicity. The nylon exterior of the Redpoint Optimus Jacket features a DWR (Durable Water Repellant) finish, but it's not entirely waterproof. That's because this lighter fabric is the key reason why the Redpoint Optimus Jacket is an amazingly lightweight, completely compressible and highly breathable outdoor outerwear design. This entire jacket rolls up and folds down to fit inside the internal zippered chest pocket, allowing for easy portability on the trail, road and rails. It's also ideal as a middle layer beneath a waterproof climbing or backpacking shell. The North Face utilized a seamless shoulder construction that eliminates potential pressure points beneath a backpack. The hood on the Redpoint Optimus Jacket doesn't detach, but it does have peripheral adjustment so you can tweak the fit with or without a climbing or skiing helmet.
- Altrec Outdoors refers to the men's version
On Sale. Free Shipping. The North Face Men's Redpoint Optimus Jacket DECENT FEATURES of The North Face Men's Redpoint Optimus Jacket Alpine fit Peripheral hood adjustment Seamless shoulders Light polyurethane (PU) kiss coat for water resistance Napoleon chest pocket Jacket stows in internal zip chest pocket Two hand pockets Soft shell cuff Hideaway hem cinch-cord The SPECS Average Weight: 26.10 oz / 740 g Center Back: 28in. Fabric: Body: 30D 54 g/m2 (1.59 oz/yd2) 100% nylon with DWR, Insulation: 100 g PrimaLoft One This product can only be shipped within the United States. Please don't hate us.
- Moosejaw refers to the men's version
The men's Redpoint Optimus Jacket is the cold-weather athlete's insulation favorite-now with seamless shoulders for increased weather protection-offers an alpine fit and is designed for a wide range of activities.
- RockCreek refers to the men's version
Where to Buy
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Compare prices from 3 outdoor retailers:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Moosejaw |
Women's Redpoint Optimus Jacket | $109.99 | Buy Now |
 Backcountry.com 2 purchase options: |
Redpoint Optimus Insulated Jacket - Men's | $119.37 | Buy Now |
| Redpoint Optimus Insulated Jacket - Women's | $119.37 | Buy Now |
 EMS |
Women's Redpoint Optimus Jacket | $139.98 | Buy Now |
