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It’s Spring and that means cool mornings and variable, but warming weather–perfect for the new North Face Refraxion Jacket. This athletic jacket will shed wind and inclement weather while maintaining excellent breathability for mountain biking, trail running, snowshoeing or other aerobic activity.
The fit of the Refraxion Jacket is listed as “peformance” fit, but the body of the jacket is still a tad baggy, I think. It leaves extra room for a vest underneath, but when worn alone, it could be trimmed down just a tad. The sleeves, however are just the right fit–not too slim and not too baggy.
I really appreciate the overall feel of this jacket and its ability to breathe under pressure. It sheds moisture very well (thanks to the DWR treatment) and keeps the chilly winds at bay. Single-pull drawcords at the hips quickly cinch the jacket at the waist for improved fit and weather protection on the go.
I ran with the Refraxion Jacket on cold, snowy days as well as windy days and found it to perform very well. The stretch side panels add to the overall comfort of the design and in a pinch, the simple Roll-N-Tie system really came in handy as I tied the jacket around my waist.
The Good
- Comfortable, capable running jacket
- Sheds wind and water very well
- Can even work in the snow with a fleece vest underneath
- Collar is the perfect diameter and height
- Stretch panels add to the comfort
- Zips into itself
- Simple Roll-N-Tie system does come in handy
The Bad
- Body fit could be a little more streamlined
- Stretchy underarm panels do tend to hold body odor
Bottom Line: The North Face Refraxion Jacket
Definitely a solid performer for running or other athletic pursuits when you want good wind protection and protection from inclement weather.
Buy Now: The North Face Mens’ Refraxion Jacket – Women’s
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