The North Face Bolt Polartec Hooded Jacket: first impressions
As part of their technical hike collection, The North Face has taken a versatile approach to this fleece jacket, and come up with a piece that’s great for layering, making it appropriate for lots of conditions. This snug-fitting jacket is extremely lightweight and stretchy, meaning that on cold days, you can comfortably layer it over a base layer and get a lot of warmth without adding bulk. In warmer weather, it makes for a great outer layer when there’s a cool breeze or you want to keep the sun off. Polartec fleece is brushed on the inside, making it soft against your skin, but smooth on the exterior to avoid unsightly pilling. More importantly, the high-loft fibers do a surprisingly good job of trapping heat for such a thin jacket, but the breathability is great too.
