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  • THE NORTH FACE TERRA

    THE NORTH FACE TERRA

    £75.00

    Review: Good adjustment and heavily padded straps. Quite heavy...

    LFTO.com rating rating is 3

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The North Face Venture (2012)

£110.00

To increase its green credentials, the main fabric in the The North Face Venture uses 50 per cent castor oil rather than 100 per cent petroleum in its membrane, thus reducing its environmental impact. The fabric does not control condensation quite as well as higher-priced jackets, though. The jacket weighs little and packs down into one of its pockets. The ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Super Zephyrus (2012)

£160.00

More of a hybrid than a true insulating number, the The North Face Super Zephyrus falls somewhere between a mid layer and an insulated jacket. It features a combination of Polartec Powerstretch panels and sections of PrimaLoft insulation. Because of this it’s obviously much thinner than the others on test, but then it is meant to sit closer to your ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Diez (2012)

£230.00

This is a classic down mid-layer-style of jacket. There’s no hood so it won’t keep your head warm, but it does mean the down is less likely to get wet in a wintry shower. It has a shortish cut, built to fit under a shell layer. The lightweight Pertex shell fabric offers some water resistance, although it can’t be relied ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Venture 2011

£60.00

The presence of The North Face’s distinctive decal on these trousers (the lowest-priced here) certainly ups the cred – and the expectations. At 210g, the Venture trousers are certainly light: made of seam-sealed 2.5 layer HyVent DT fabric (the ‘point five’ refers to a microgrid print layer on the inner, which separates the fabric from the skin and increases airflow), ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 0
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The North Face Stretch Diad

£175.00

A slight variation on the standard waterproof, the Stretch Diad, as its name suggests, uses a stretchy fabric that really helps the jacket to move with you when you reach up or out. This in turn allows you to choose quite a snug-fitting size that remains comfortable and helps force out sweat vapour. It’s designed for fast and light outdoor ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Cipher

£140.00

A very lightweight soft shell with no fleece lining, the Cipher feels more like a windshirt than a mid-layer. The fit is quite relaxed, with stretchy, forgiving Gore Windstopper fabric that is very easy to move around in. The fit at the cuffs and hem relies on elastic, which keeps adjustment simple and saves weight, but won’t fit everyone. There’s ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Hedgehog GTX XCR III 2011

£95.00

The The North Face Hedgehog GTX XCR III weighs 1052g (pair, size 11); Gore-Tex XCR waterproof lining; mesh upper for max breathability; protection around upper; good sole stiffness; aggressive lug pattern; good cushioning. But mesh upper extends low so this area may suffer in terms of durability; toe box area is not as protective as some.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Dhaulagiri II GTX 2011

£140.00

The The North Face Dhaulagiri II GTX weighs 1472g (pair, size 8); 1.8mm suede leather upper with textile mesh panels; Gore-Tex waterproof lining; rubber rand protects toe; very stiff sole unit for rocky ground; very aggressive lugs; good cushioning. But sole is stiffer than it needs to be; upper is a bit soft along top of forefoot; upper may not ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Strider Side Zip

£75.00

Here’s a pair of overtrousers with full-length leg zips that enable them to be completely opened up and make them incredibly easy to put on without hopping around on one foot – handy if you have to make a quick change in the cold. It can make them a bit fussy, although you don’t have to unzip them completely to ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Warm Long Sleeve Zip Neck

£39.00

This is a wonderfully soft and snug-fitting base-layer. It’s extremely lightweight too, at only 100g. In fact, the warmth feels almost invisible. The cut is long, and the arms and body easily cover the wrists and hips. It comes with a zip neck for great versatility, and the stretchiness in the fabric means the cuffs pull up easily to the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Outbound Pant 2011

£75.00

The The North Face Outbound Pants weigh 432g (size 38); Tekware fabric is very lightweight, water-resistant, quick-drying; relaxed fit for freedom of movement and style; brushed polyester waistband lining and belt; two map-sized hip pockets plus zipped seat pocket; diamond crotch; knee venting. But no ankle cuff adjustments; free fit may be too free if you prefer a more precise ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Warm Long Sleeve Zip Neck

£39.00

This is a wonderfully soft and snug-fitting base-layer. It’s extremely lightweight too, at only 100g. In fact, the warmth feels almost invisible. The cut is long, and the arms and body easily cover the wrists and hips. It comes with a zip neck for great versatility, and the stretchiness in the fabric means the cuffs pull up easily to the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Spire 32

£89.00

A thin, streamlined pack, with a minimal feel, perhaps more suited to Alpine climbing than anything. There’s no clever back system or lots of padding to complicate things, which does help to keep the weight down. Its long, thin shape allows for a great freedom of movement. The climbing pedigree means that there are no side pockets for water bottles, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Point Five

£249.00

An absolute stand-out jacket when it comes to straight technical performance. The fabric is incredibly waterproof, with a tough, hard-wearing finish. The real joy comes in the form of the hood. The peak is excellent and manages to channel water out and away from your face. The hood adjustment is excellent, and does enable you to fit it like a ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Jannu II GTX

£139.00

The Jannu II is a heavy boot that is most noticeable for its tough, bomb-proof appearance. They took a bit of wearing in, feeling cumbersome to walk in at first. The fit is very spacious, which will suit women with high-volume feet. Unfortunately the lacing system doesn’t work particularly well – the locking eyelets are ‘grabby’, making it hard to ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Gritstone

£149.00

The Gritstone is a traditional close-cut, short, soft shell style in a medium thickness fabric. It keeps the warmth in and the wind out whilst retaining some stretch. The hem cinches and Velcro cuffs help adjust the fit, although there is no cinch on the soft-lined collar. The chest/hip pockets are a good size and sit high on the torso ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Point Five 2010

£249.00

The The North Face Point Five weighs 544g (size M); Gore -Tex Pro Shell; two large chest pockets; pit zips; stiffened hood peak; great hood fit; good sleeve movement.But other jackets have more pockets; no external stormflaps over zips; baffle behind main zip is not guttered to funnel water down.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Stretch Diad 2010

£169.00

The The North Face Stretch Diad weighs 324g (size M); HyVent fabric provides good performance; two good chest pockets that are positioned above hipbelts; pit zips; hood has good fit and movement. But higher price brings even better fabric performance; hood peak cannot be reshaped as it has no wire, which is a drawback.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Evolution Parka 2010

£129.00

The The North Face Evolution Parka general-purpose jacket uses Hyvent 2-layer fabric with mesh lining; double stormflap over main zip; Napoleon chest pocket; two hip pockets; pit zips; hood rolls into collar; hood has stiff peak and good fit. But 746g (size L) is heavy; pocket access could be slightly better while wearing a rucksack; hood movement could be better.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Venture ½ Zip Pant 2010

£60.00

The North Face makes a huge range of outdoor gear, and the Venture Pant is one of its classic pieces of kit. Made from fabric without a lining, the trousers boast a knee-length zip to make them easier to fit over boots. DesignPerhaps one of the most important features of any trousers is the material. Considering these are such low-priced ...

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The North Face Angstrom 25 rucksack

£75.00

A compact and comfortable pack, the Angstrom’s lightweight harness has enough padding for small loads, and although the back system is quite basic, it does keep the load close to the wearer’s back where it feels most stable. There’s a useful array of pockets, including one on the hip belt, which is perfect for small items like keys; and a ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Paramount Peak Convertible 2010

£59.00

The Tekware fabric is relatively heavy, which gives the The North Face Paramount Peak Convertible trousers a much more durable and hard-wearing feel. There’s also double stitching throughout, to again enhance durability. A crotch gusset improves comfort too while an elasticated waist with a belt means this should fit most people. The trousers feature calf zips so the lower legs ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Vindicator GTX

£89.00

Soft, suede uppers, and a fairly wide last make these feel like old friends straight from the box. An excellent lacing system makes it easy to achieve a great fit across the whole foot, and a locking eyelet by the tongue makes them incredibly easy to whip on and off. The Vibram sole has quite an aggressive tread pattern, which ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Meru Paclite

£199.00

An excellent jacket, made from a very light and breathable Gore-Tex Paclite fabric that feels good and performed impeccably. The hood is excellent with easy adjustment and a useful stiffened peak; and the pockets, which double as vents, are a good size and are well-placed for easy access when wearing a pack. Velcro adjustable cuffs and a drawcord at the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Dhaulagiri II GTX 2010

£129.00

The North Face’s Dhaulagiri II GTX weighs 1472 (pair, size 8); suede leather upper with textile mesh panels; Gore-Tex waterproof lining; rubber rand protects toe; very stiff sole unit for rocky ground; very aggressive lug pattern; good cushioning. But sole may be stiffer than it needs to be; upper a little soft along top of forefoot; upper may not be ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0

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