Description Years of research and athlete feedback have gone into redesigning North Face’s legendary Himalayan Suit. A staple on the world’s highest peaks, this industry-leading suit is now more lightweight, thermally efficient and technologically advanced. It features strategically placed FUTURELIGHT™ and Spectra® materials for durability, a DWR finish and a combination of 900-fill ProDown™ and synthetic insulation for maximum warmth on high-alpine expeditions. Designed to be highly packable, provide unrestricted mobility and deliver secure storage, this mountaineering suit is made for the most demanding summits. Fine-tuned fit and shaping for a balance of warmth and mobility CLOUD DOWN construction helps reduce cold spots and increase packability 900 fill ProDown™ is a natural down insulation enhanced with a hydrophobic finish that allows it to dry faster than untreated down Targeted use of stretch synthetic insulation is coupled with a breathable lining in the collar, inner front placket, back panel and inner thighs for zonal temperature regulation FUTURELIGHT™ with Spectra® ripstop in the lower arms, seat and lower legs for targeted weather and abrasion resistance Attached, fully adjustable, helmet- and oxygen-mask-compatible hood Asymmetrical front-zip layout helps protect zips from oxygen-mask condensation and freezing Double-layer, asymmetrical front placket with two-way, reverse-coil zips and glove-compatible zipper pulls Stretch synthetic insulation and breathable lining on inner placket help provide optimal temperature regulation Secure-zip pocket on inner front placket Two large, internal mesh drop-in chest pockets Self-equalizing, internal vest-suspension system with two side-release buckle closures Vest made with FLASHDRY™ materials that offer enhanced moisture management to help keep you comfortable Vest features two secure-zip pockets and two stretch-mesh pockets for carrying water bottles Large, secure-zip hand pockets with a down draft tube and internal insulation Full rainbow drop seat with a down draft tube and multiple zipper pulls for easy access and venting Two external mesh drop-in pockets on thighs Stretch-knit wrist gaiters with FLASHDRY™ and thumb loops Weight: 3lbs 9oz / 1,614g
