The North Face Summit L3 Ventrix Hoodie

Size Large RRP £280 Never worn - brand new with tags Slim fit plays a similar role to a softshell system like Vapour-Rise. Warm for its weight, more weather-resistant than a fleece, and more breathable for active use than your average synthetic jacket. Stretchy fabric so freedom of movement is good. With 60g sq m of insulation throughout, the Ventrix Hoodie 2 is towards the lighter, thinner end of the synthetic-filled jackets spectrum. Two different fabrics are used on the outside - a nylon/elastane blend (92g/m²) on the shoulders, chest and upper arms, and a thinner ripstop nylon (46g/m²) elsewhere. For climbing the hood is really good, fitting with ease over a helmet without lifting the hem or limiting head movement significantly.