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The North Face Venture Parka - Men's

#22

★★★★★
4.7

based on 330 reviews  

 

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★★★★★
4.5

$79.99 - $129.00

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Pros

  • Lightweight (47)
  • Waterproof (34)
  • Breathable (33)
  • Durable (27)
  • Comfortable (8)
  • Warm (8)
  • Good fit (3)
  • Good value (3)
  • High quality (3)
  • Stylish (3)
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Cons

  • Doesn't breath well (4)
  • Not enough pockets or features (4)
  • Inadequate protection (3)
  • Not waterproof (2)
  • Attracts too much attn (1)
  • Bigger by choice (1)
  • Mesh pockets tore quickly (1)
  • Wears out quickly (1)

Best Uses

  • Wet weather (44)
  • Casual wear (31)
  • Hiking and camping (29)
  • Cold weather (4)
  • Extreme conditions (4)
  • Freezing conditions (3)
  • Travel (3)
  • Fitness (2)
  • Disney world in fall time (1)
  • Everyday (1)
 
 
 
  • 93% agreed the sleeve length feels true to length
  • 95% agreed the chest size feels true to size
  • 98% agreed the fit feels true to size

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The North Face Venture Parka - Men's

$79.99

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Last update: Oct 23, 2009

The North Face Venture Parka - Men's Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[11 of 11 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[18 of 26 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Great Jacket!

"I have tested this jacket on many early Spring bikes rides in Wisconsin. Rainy, windy and cold - this jacket blocks it all with only light layering underneath. I am 6'2" and found the regular Venture to be a bit short for active use. The parka is the right length for me. The underarm zippers are a great feature. It is also nice enough to wear to the office...." Read Full Review »

Mar 28, 2009 by Tassajara

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Garbage desing and material.

"I bought this jacket all brand new in altrec after reading all the great reviews posted here, I needed a lightweight jacket for urban use and non very technical mountain outings, and after owning it for 6 months I can now give it my own grade. It's very lightweight and packs as small as a nalgene bottle, it shades wind perfectly and pockets are easy to use with gloves on. Under rain this jacket is useless, even ..." Read Full Review »

Aug 17, 2008 by Tom Glover

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The North Face Venture Parka - Men's Review

Nice casual shell

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight
  • Stylish

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I purchased this shell for a hike that I went on in California, but have gotten so much more use out of it on a day to day basis.



It's nice and lightweight which is handy since I can always have it around, and layer beneath it. I have worn it in sunny, cloudy, rainy climates, and it's done fairly …"  Read Full Review »

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Oct 22 2009
Naoya Wada
Atlanta, GA
I am:
  • Casual Adventurer
Reviewed at:
Price: $129.00
 
 

[18 of 26 customers found this review helpful]

The North Face Venture Parka - Men's Review

Garbage desing and material.

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

"I bought this jacket all brand new in altrec after reading all the great reviews posted here, I needed a lightweight jacket for urban use and non very technical mountain outings, and after owning it for 6 months I can now give it my own grade. It's very lightweight and packs as small as a nalgene bo …"  Read Full Review »

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Aug 17 2008
Tom Glover
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Price: $98.95
 

[10 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

The North Face Venture Parka - Men's Review

Great Jacket!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Breathable
  • Good Fit
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Wear
  • Fitness
  • Freezing Conditions
  • Wet Weather
 

"I have tested this jacket on many early Spring bikes rides in Wisconsin. Rainy, windy and cold - this jacket blocks it all with only light layering underneath. I am 6'2" and found the regular Venture to be a bit short for active use. The parka is the right length for me. The underarm zippers are …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 28 2009
Tassajara
Brookfield, WI
I am:
  • Avid Adventurer
Reviewed at:
Price: $129.00
 
 

[18 of 18 customers found this review helpful]

The North Face Venture Parka - Men's Review

Waterproof !!

★★★★★
5.0

"If your looking for a lightweight, waterproof jacket, youve found it. I work outdoors and have wore this jacket in downpours and stayed bone dry. Great jacket for warmer weather storms and with some layering it is an awesome shell for the cold stuff. Bought asphault grey and looks great. I would rec …"  Read Full Review »

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Mar 19 2008
ceng841434148
Allensville US
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Price: $98.95
 
 

The North Face Venture Parka - Men's Review

GREAT Rain Jacket!!!!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight
  • Waterproof

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Wear
  • Hiking and Camping
  • Office
  • Wet Weather
 

"I bought this jacket on Wednesday and it started raining early Thursday morning and it has not stopped raining for 2 1/2 days.

This jacket has kept me dry as a bone and the adjustable cuffs, mid section and hood make this a true custom fitting rain jacket. I wore it to the office today with a sh …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 23 2009
Tosa David
Wauwatosa, WI
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  • Casual Adventurer
Reviewed at:
Price: $129.00
 
 
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