The North Face McMurdo III vs Gotham III: 2 Men’s Parkas Compared

The North Face McMurdo III vs Gotham III: 2 Men's Parkas Compared

It’s been a while since our last comparison review so it is finally time for another head to head comparison of two jackets.

In the previous ones we have looked at jackets that were from different brands, so we thought it would be interesting if we were to compare two parkas from the same brand. For that reason, we have selected Gotham III and McMurdo III, two parkas by The North Face.

Few brands have been so frequently featured in our articles and reviews as The North Face. We are fascinated by this brand’s jackets because they perform very well in different conditions and are also very well-made.

Let’s get started with today’s picks.

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The North Face Men’s Gotham Jacket III

The North Face Mens Gotham Jacket III

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Gotham III is a parka made of Nylon on the outside and lined with Polyester taffeta fabric on the inside. It is a heavily-insulated jacket due to the 550-fill power goose down insulation.

The collar is hooded and quite high, with the hood having faux fur trim around. In this way, your face is kept protected from cold winds. The hood is also adjustable, in order to ensure it fits properly on the head.

The outer membrane is DryVent 2L, which is waterproof and windproof, so you won’t have to worry about the down insulation getting wet and losing its abilities.

The design is minimalist, with four outer pockets on the body and one on the left sleeve. There are inner pockets, too, one of which is media-compatible. The main zipper is covered by a storm placket and the bottom hem is elasticized.

The North Face Men’s McMurdo Parka III

The North Face Mens McMurdo Parka III

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McMurdo III is also made of DryVent 2L for the outer shell and lined with Polyester on the inside. This is an incredibly warm parka, with a high collar and faux fur trim lining the hood.

The sleeve cuffs are adjustable with Velcro fasteners and there are four oversized pockets on the outside.

This is a breathable jacket, with a waterproof and windproof shell and insulated with 550-fill goose down. It is a long jacket that covers the back completely, so it is more suitable for harsh and unstable weather, as well as for those that work outdoors.

Because the shell is weatherproof, the down insulation won’t be affected despite the weather conditions.

Related: The North Face McMurdo Parka – Review

Here is a video review of McMurdo:

The North Face Mens McMurdo Parka Jacket

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Comparison: The North Face McMurdo III vs Gotham III

Appearance and Wear

Looks-wise these jackets are similar and different at the same time. Length difference aside, they both come with oversized pockets on the body and a sleeve pocket on the left side.

Their hooded collars and faux fur trim are also a common design feature, as is the storm placket that covers the main zipper.

So it comes down to the length, with McMurdo III being a long parka and Gotham III being a regular one.

The wear is also different, clearly, because of the length difference. McMurdo III is more suitable for those working outdoors that move around a lot, because it covers the back very well, while on the other hand, Gotham III has an elasticized hem that makes it fit snuggly around the hips.

The last difference is their adjustability, with McMurdo III having adjustable sleeve cuffs, which is not the case with Gotham III.

Warmth and Performance

Usually here is where the jackets’ specific features come through in our other comparison reviews. However, in this case, these jackets are practically identical.

Being insulated with 550-fill goose down sets their ability to provide warmth and maintain it at the same level. So not much difference when it comes to their warmth.

And because they both have faux fur trim on the hoods, they also keep the face well-protected, especially when snowing.

As for performance, surely Gotham III is more practical due to being a regular-length parka. However, if you live in areas where winter does not play around, practicality might not be the main concern.

You might also like: The North Face McMurdo vs. Helly Hansen Dubliner Parka

Weather Resistance and Durability

Their shell is the same and so is their lining. DryVent 2L, as we saw in a previous article of ours, is a breathable, waterproof and windproof membrane, as well as quite light and easily adaptable to movement. And because both of these jackets have DryVent 2L shells, their weather-resistance is also identical.

They are durable to wear and tear to an extent, but you can rest assured that they are fully weatherproof and will remain so for a considerable amount of time.

And since we are on the matter of durability and longevity of these jackets, The North Face provides lifetime warranty for its products and such is the case for both McMurdo III and Gotham III.

If something is to go wrong, which is highly unlikely in itself, then you have nothing to worry about.

Conclusion

Because both jackets perform similarly when it comes to weather-resistance and warmth, it’s all a matter of what length you like best and what winters are like in your area. Obviously, the harsher the winter where you live, the longer the parka.

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