- Is the Shady Glade warm enough for below-freezing weather?
- It handles cold city winters with a sweater underneath. In sustained sub-freezing cold or long outdoor stretches, a down parka from the same brand is warmer.
- Is it waterproof?
- No. The shell is water-repellent, so it sheds drizzle and snow, but heavy rain will eventually soak through. It is not a rain shell.
- How does it compare with The North Face down parkas?
- It is heavier and less packable but keeps warmth when damp and stands up to wet weather better. Down models are lighter and warmer for dry cold.
- Does it run true to size?
- Owners generally say yes, with enough room for a mid-layer. Shorter wearers may find the sleeves long.
- What is the fill?
- Synthetic polyester fill, not down, with a polyester and recycled-fabric lining and fleece in the upper body.
- Does it have a hood?
- Yes, an attached hood. Some owners find it stiff at first.
- Where is the The North Face Women's Shady Glade Insulated Parka cheapest?
- At Academy Sports, for $230.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the The North Face Women's Shady Glade Insulated Parka?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Academy Sports, Dick's Sporting Goods, Zappos, Backcountry, Scheels.