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Is Thermoball warm enough for winter?

Is Thermoball warm enough for winter?

The North Face Thermoball is a super lightweight insulated coat that keeps you warm during European winters (I tested it out myself!) and folds up into itself.

Does Thermoball keep you warm?

What Is Thermoball? The advantage Thermoball has over down insulation is its performance in wet weather. Clusters of down clump up when they get wet, and they become unable to trap heat and retain warmth. This doesn’t happen to synthetic insulation – it is able to keep you warm even when the synthetic fibers get wet.

How warm is the north face Thermoball eco parka?

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Fit Waterproofing Warmth
Relaxed: Also known as “regular,” these garments fit just right, not too baggy or not too slim. 1 – 4: Great for dry to light snow, offers limited protection, great for everyday wear. 1 – 4: Great for temperatures 30°F and up.

What temperature is ThermoBall good for?

I would say the Thermoball temperature rating is comfortable for -5°C to 15°C but manageable up to -10°C depending on other layers. At the coldest end of the spectrum, it performs well as an insulating mid layer, with an outer shell on top and thermals underneath.

What does ThermoBall mean?

Thermoball is a new form of Primaloft synthetic insulation designed to mimic the insulating properties and compressibility of goose down while providing a lower cost alternative to down coats and jackets.

Is ThermoBall washable?

How do you wash a ThermoBall Jacket? Wash in warm water with a mild powder detergent or Nixwax. An extra spin cycle will also remove excess water. Line dry, or tumble dry on very low, or no heat.

Is ThermoBall synthetic?

Seriously lightweight and packable. Our ThermoBall™ Eco is a sustainably-conscious synthetic alternative to down. The small, round synthetic fiber clusters closely mimic the way down insulates: trapping heat within small air pockets for warmth retention.

Can I put my North Face jacket in the dryer?

The Gore-Tex fabric supports line drying as well as tumble drying. However, if you elect to put your North Face jacket into the dryer, be sure to set the dryer to its lowest temperature.

What temperature is the north face ThermoBall good for?

The North Face market the Thermoball as a hiking jacket and that makes sense. I’d say it’s best suited to temperatures between -5°C to 15°C, then you can switch between using it as a mid or outer layer.

What is ThermoBall made of?

The ThermoBall Eco jacket is essentially the same as the original, except that it’s made from recycled polyester fabric and recycled Primaloft insulation made from plastic bottles diverted from landfills.

How do you wash a North Face Thermoball jacket?

Wash in warm water with a mild powder detergent or Nixwax. Rinse several times to remove all the dirty, soapy water. An extra spin cycle will also remove excess water. Line dry, or tumble dry on very low, or no heat.

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Ruth Doyle