I purchased this jacket for our trip to Chicago, where rain was expected. The jacket was roomy and comfortable (not too tight across the shoulders, sleeves aren't too tight, jacket hangs at just the right length). I wish it had underarm zippers for better airflow - the jacket held heat in, making my skin feel sticky against the inside of the jacket. I love that the pockets are cut so the rain doesn't drain in, and the front zipper has velcro patches to keep the zipper dry. It would be nice if the hood packed up inside the neck of the jacket but its not too bad hanging down as is. Overall, I'm glad I have the jacket and would recommend it to others.

I treated myself to this jacket since I was looking for something for wet weather. It is thin so I can also layer if I wanted to. I like to wear it w a light sweater during brisk weather in NY. I have not worn it in heavy rain so I can not judge if it is waterproof. I like the attached hood because I do not like carrying umbrellas in misty/light rain. I am also a NYC commuter so it fits nicely in my tote bag w/o the bulk if it gets too warm. I got it in navy because I wanted something different rather the typical black. I took one star away for the "crunchiness" of the material and it ran small. I bought it in a medium for wiggle room in case I layered but it fits like a small --I'm usually a small too. It's a nice purchase for travel.

I've used a North Face waterproof rain jacket for over twenty years. This is my third one and the design has changed, or the ones that I have had previously have been discontinued. I'm not a fan of this one. There is a mesh liner which makes the jacket heavier and warmer. I live in Florida so this isn't a desired feature for me. Heavier is also not good if carrying it when backpacking. The weight also might be because the jacket material itself feels heavier. Also this jacket doesn't have the side zip air vents under the arms. Again, a great feature for living in Florida. But, mind you, I've used my previous jackets while on the AT in the summer and this was a nice feature to have up there too. Lastly, the pockets in this new jacket are in a terrible location. You ... MoreI've used a North Face waterproof rain jacket for over twenty years. This is my third one and the design has changed, or the ones that I have had previously have been discontinued. I'm not a fan of this one. There is a mesh liner which makes the jacket heavier and warmer. I live in Florida so this isn't a desired feature for me. Heavier is also not good if carrying it when backpacking. The weight also might be because the jacket material itself feels heavier. Also this jacket doesn't have the side zip air vents under the arms. Again, a great feature for living in Florida. But, mind you, I've used my previous jackets while on the AT in the summer and this was a nice feature to have up there too. Lastly, the pockets in this new jacket are in a terrible location. You can't just stick your hands inside, you actually have to make a good effort to get your hand in. They are higher than normal jacket pockets and and they way the flap is makes it tricky. I feel like it defeats the purpose of pockets. A side note, the previous jackets I had all had a defect in the material at the neck line - but one that wouldn't show for at least three years, so still a great jacket and with the amazing warranty that The North Face offers, they always replaced my jackets. For that reason alone I will always stick with North Face. The old jackets I would have given five stars and unfortunately I can't do that with this one.