- Is the Big Thermoball actually waterproof?
- No. The recycled ripstop shell has a DWR finish that sheds light rain and snow, but the seams are not sealed, so it is water-resistant rather than waterproof. Wear a hardshell over it in steady rain.
- How does it compare with a down jacket?
- Thermoball keeps insulating when damp, which down does not, but it is heavier and less warm for the same weight. Choose it for wet, variable conditions and down for dry cold.
- What sizes does the Big version come in?
- The Big fit is offered in extended sizes up to 4XL, with a roomier cut through the chest and waist than the standard Thermoball.
- Can I use it as a midlayer?
- Yes. It is slim enough under a shell for skiing or hiking and warm enough alone on mild winter days.
- Does it pack into its own pocket?
- Yes, it stuffs into one of its hand pockets, which makes it easy to carry in a pack.
- How should I care for it?
- Machine wash cold with a technical wash, tumble low with dryer balls to restore loft, and reapply a DWR spray when water stops beading.
- Where is the The North Face Men's Big Thermoball Jacket cheapest?
- At Zappos, for $200.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the The North Face Men's Big Thermoball Jacket?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Backcountry, Zappos.