The North Face Nimble Softshell Jacket - Green - L

The jacket features a water-repellent (DWR) finish, meaning it can repel light precipitation like mist or drizzle. It is not fully waterproof and is best suited for wind protection and light rain.

It is ideal for active use in cool, windy, or slightly damp conditions, such as hiking, trail running, brisk walks, or as a versatile layer for everyday wear.

Machine wash cold with like colors using a mild detergent. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners. Tumble dry on low or hang dry.

The jacket is lightweight and primarily designed for wind and moderate conditions. For very cold weather, it is best used as an outer shell layered over warmer insulating pieces like fleece or down.

After washing, you can reapply a DWR treatment using a spray or wash-in product designed for outdoor gear to restore its water-repellent properties.

Softshell indicates a fabric that is flexible, breathable, and offers some degree of wind and water resistance, providing comfort and mobility rather than a fully waterproof barrier.

This specific model, The North Face Nimble Softshell Jacket, does not explicitly list a hood as a feature in its description. It is designed as a stand-collar jacket.

The DWR finish may have degraded. Clean the jacket according to care instructions and apply a DWR re-treatment spray or wash. Ensure no fabric softener was used in previous washes.

Ensure the adjustable waist and cuffs are tightened to create a snug seal. Check for any tears or damage to the fabric that might allow wind to pass through.

Gently pull the zipper up and down. If it snags, check for any fabric caught in the teeth. A small amount of graphite from a pencil tip or wax can help lubricate the zipper.

Verify that the correct size was purchased. Adjust the waist and cuff drawcords to their loosest setting. Consider wearing lighter layers underneath.