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Backcountry Pros: Waterproof, windproof, breathable, warm, durable Cons: Cold pockets, slightly tight shoulders, and collar Manufacturer: The North Face By Clark Tate ⋅ Senior Review Editor ⋅ Feb 24, 2022 Our Editors independently research, test, and rate the best products. We only make money if you purchase a product through our links, and we never accept free products from manufacturers. Learn more 71 OVERALL RANKED
Our VerdictThe North Face Arctic Parka is a warm, weatherproof, and dependable winter jacket. The coat is insulated mainly with 550 fill goose down with 150 grams of recycled polyester in the side panels, which cuts down the bulk. Add a generous hood and weatherproof exterior, and you get a hardy dose of cold weather protection. The product also seems to breathe well, which is essential in any good jacket. On the downside, the hand warming pockets are uninsulated, the rain flap covering the zipper closes with hook-and-loop strips instead of snaps, and the wrist cuffs are water-catching cotton. Still, you'll stay mostly warm and dry, and for a great price. Editor's Note: The North Face Arctic Parka review was updated on February 14, 2022, to include more product comparisons and extra information on who should buy this jacket. Compare to Similar Products
Show full specification detailsHide full specification details Our Analysis and Test ResultsThis weatherproof jacket gives you a great deal on the basics and looks good doing it. The North Face says the coat was designed for city use, and we think it's an excellent fit for that purpose. Though your hands are more exposed than in the hardest core options, this jacket will serve you well in all but the coldest, windiest, gnarliest weather. Weighing in at 2.2 pounds, it's also light enough for your commute. Performance ComparisonThe Arctic Parka is a well-rounded winter jacket with very few flaws. Credit: Clark Tate With 550 fill goose down and thick, windproof fabric that reaches mid-thigh, the Arctic Parka kept us comfortable in cold weather. We stayed cozy when standing around for 10 minutes in 17-degree weather with just a wool shirt and snow pants and felt a little too warm during a 25-degree snowshoe adventure. Since our base layers stayed dry even though we worked up a sweat a time or two, we believe The North Face when they say this jacket is both warm and breathable. Fake fur for days. Credit: Clark Tate The hood is insulated and warm, with a robust faux-fur ruff. The ruff can roll up over the hood's rim or fold out to form a fur-lined tunnel, completely blocking wind from the side. It is a little hard to see when the hood is unfurled, but if you need that much protection from the wind, you won't care. When it's rolled back, it still cuts the wind from the side and holds heat around your face. It's shallow, though, and on a cold day with a brisk wind, you'll want it down. The hand-warming pockets are nicely sized but outside the insulating down layer. Credit: Clark Tate When zipped, the collar isn't that tall and doesn't cover much more than the bottom of your chin. Your face stays quite exposed if the ruff is rolled up. However, it is one of the wider collars we tested, giving you enough room to tuck your chin into it and breathe simultaneously. Sadly this combination is pretty rare. The ribbed cuff is comfortable but a bit of a liability in wet weather. Credit: Clark Tate The handwarmer pockets are soft and lined with microfleece, but they aren't tucked into the insulation and do very little to keep your hands warm. Wrist cuffs help, but they're made of absorbent cloth and stay cold when wet. The Arctic Parka is a jacket to wear with gloves and a scarf if you'll be outside for any length of time. A tall and wide collar protects some of our face. When we flip that faux-fur ruff out like a brim, it protects most of the rest. Credit: Clark Tate Weather ResistanceThe Arctic Parka is a good option in sloppy weather. The exterior twill face fabric is treated with a durable water-repellent (DWR) finish that is non-PFC (aka, no hazardous per- and poly-fluorinated chemicals). It protects a waterproof DryVent layer. The combination blocks water and wind and seems reasonably breathable. Water rolled right off this jacket in our shower test. We don't worry about the jacket soaking through, even in wet snow, as its performance was nearly on par with regular rain jackets. Our electronics stay safe with a pocket large enough for a cell phone inside the jacket. This isn't exactly comfortable, but it is warm. When the collar is unzipped we find this jacket quite comfortable. Credit: Clark Tate ComfortThis jacket is light and easy to wear, with a smooth lining that glides over layers. And, despite its sturdy, well-insulated construction, the jacket itself is soft and pliable. It is a bit snug in the shoulders and has a straight cut with minimal stretch. The sizing is less forgiving, and our standard size small feels a tad restrictive. Not so much so that we would size up, though. We can still fit a wool top and a light jacket underneath. We just don't want to move our arms much when we do. Sitting with the jacket zipped up is fine, though the fabric bunches around your belly. A two-way zipper gives you plenty of room to walk. As we said, the collar is roomy enough to tuck your chin into when it's zipped all the way up, but it's still too tight for extended comfort. We also don't love having hook-and-loop closures on the zipper protecting flap. It can scratch our face, catch in our hair, or on delicate scarves. This is a pretty classic winter coat, we think it looks good. Credit: Clark Tate StyleThe Arctic Parka offers streamlined good looks. Its synthetic side panels are less bulky than down, lending the Arctic Parka a relatively trim silhouette. The face fabric has a nice weight, a clean look, and simple seams add a bit of visual interest, as does the elastic band that defines your waist on the back panel. We feel casually stylish when wearing the Arctic Parka and prepared for almost anything. The hood doesn't zip off, which we're okay with for two reasons. One, if it's cold enough to need this jacket, we want a hood around. Two, cutting out the buttons or zippers required to remove and reattach the hood cuts down on clutter and potential broken hardware. The faux-fur ruff is detachable, letting you customize your style. But, that ruff is highly functional. It's one of the best versions we've tried, cutting down on wind when rolled up over your head and all but obliterating it when rolled out like a brim. The tough fabric and solid seeming zippers make us think this jacket will last a long time. Credit: Clark Tate DurabilityThe Arctic Parka seems made to last. The thick outer shell and minimal seams don't give the feathers much room to escape. It isn't prone to snagging either. Though the liner isn't as hardy, it won't likely need to be. We didn't have any issues with rips or snags during the month we tested it. The front zipper and the zipper that attaches the ruff both seem sturdy. We do worry that the hook-and-loop strips on the rain flap may lose their grip over time. We don't love the hook-and-loop closures on the rain guard. They snag and may wear out. Credit: Clark Tate Should You Buy The North Face Arctic Parka?This cozy winter jacket has very few flaws. It could use a roomier cut in the shoulders or more flex in the fabric, and insulated hand-warming pockets would be rad. Otherwise, it checks all the boxes — warm, dry, and fairly fashionable with your personal face shield to hide your tender skin from the harshest winds of winter. If you are looking to add a heavy-duty option to your jacket arsenal, we recommend this coat for budget buyers who are The North Face loyalists or just find that the cut works well for their shape. This jacket is also manufactured with somewhat environmentally friendly methods. The liner is 100% recycled polyester and the down insulation meets the Responsible Down Standard. The North Face also claims to create positive and safe work environments for its employees. An elastic band across the back adds definition but also this odd bunching when you're weighing the pockets. Credit: Clark Tate What Other Winter Jackets Should You Consider?The Arctic Parka is a great deal. A good-looking, warm, waterproof parka with environmentally friendly construction details at a reasonable price point — score! Make sure you find the right size for you, though, to make it last. Other jackets in this style included the Patagonia Tres 3-in-1 Parka, which is warm and also very weatherproof. Suppose you live in a dryer climate or don't often venture out in wet conditions. In that case, the REI Co-op Norseland Insulated Parka is another affordable, warm, cozy, and comfortable option. — Clark Tate How does North Face parka fit?The North Face generally fits true to size, so take your normal fit. If you're after a slightly baggy style or roomier fit, opt for the size up. Most The North Face products offer sizes within the range of XS to 3XL.
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Is the North Face parka warm?The North Face Arctic Parka is a warm, weatherproof, and dependable winter jacket. The coat is insulated mainly with 550 fill goose down with 150 grams of recycled polyester in the side panels, which cuts down the bulk. Add a generous hood and weatherproof exterior, and you get a hardy dose of cold weather protection.
How do I wash my North Face Arctic Parka?Wash in warm water with a mild powder detergent (without bleach) on a gentle cycle. You may wish to repeat the rinse cycle to be sure all soap residue is removed. An extra spin cycle will help to remove excess water. Do not lift the product from the washer; scoop it from the bottom.
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