- Is the Aconcagua warm enough for real winter?
- It handles typical cold-weather commuting and casual wear well. For deep cold or long outdoor stretches, it is not a substitute for a heavier expedition parka.
- Does it run small?
- It has a slim fit, so many wearers size up to layer a sweater underneath. Check the size chart before choosing.
- Can I machine wash it?
- Yes, but the down fill needs a gentle cycle and low-heat tumble drying with dryer balls to restore loft. Follow the care label.
- Is it waterproof?
- No. The shell is windproof and water-resistant at best, so it is not suited to heavy rain or wet snow.
- How does it compare with a full down puffer?
- It mixes down with synthetic fill, so it is lighter and trimmer than a high-loft down puffer but less warm in extreme cold.
- What is in the box?
- The parka itself. It ships as a single coat with no extra liner or stuff sack.
- Where is the The North Face Aconcagua Parka Women's Coat cheapest?
- At Backcountry, for $280.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the The North Face Aconcagua Parka Women's Coat?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Zappos, Backcountry.