The North Face / Men's
Antora Jacket
Lightweight rain-and-wind shell that packs easily for commuting, hiking, or travel.
2.8% rated 1–2 stars996 reviews
What owners are telling us.
Buy the Antora as a light, packable shell for everyday rain, wind, travel, and layering. Owners often stay dry even in downpours, but some report leakage during prolonged or heavy rain. Comfort and fit are generally good, though sizing varies and tall wearers may find the sleeves short. Its high pockets, fixed elastic cuffs, limited ventilation, and lack of inside storage are the main compromises. Current-generation longevity remains uncertain.
Buy if
- You want a lightweight rain-and-wind shell that packs easily for commuting, hiking, or travel.
- You prefer room for a fleece or hoodie instead of built-in insulation.
- You value easy movement and generally comfortable all-day wear.
Skip if
- You need dependable protection for hours of sustained heavy rain.
- You want pit vents, adjustable cuffs, inside pockets, or a stowable hood.
- You are tall, between sizes, or sensitive to high pocket placement and crinkly shell fabric.
What keeps coming up.
- 01Rain protection works, but not without exceptions 12 supporting reviews
- 02Lightweight comfort with inconsistent sizing and proportions 10 supporting reviews
- 03Pocket placement and cuff adjustability frustrate 10 supporting reviews
- 04Current durability evidence remains notably mixed 6 supporting reviews
- 05Earlier-model comparisons reveal important feature tradeoffs 8 supporting reviews
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