Orthopedic inspired back brace support redistributes load weight
At home in the mountains or the city, The North Face Mens 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest is a cold-weather icon for good reason. This ultra-warm layer has a durable ripstop outer, oversized down baffles, and can be stowed in its right-hand pocket when temperatures rise.
- Relaxed fit with a boxy silhouette
- Inspired by the iconic design lines of our 1996 Nuptse Vest
- Original shiny ripstop fabric for added durability
- Taffeta overlay on collar and yoke for added durability
- Non-PFC DWR finish for added water repellency
- Solid body fabric made with recycled nylon; print body fabric made with recycled polyester; overlay and lining made with recycled nylon
- 700 fill goose down offers warmth yet remains extremely compressible
- Oversize baffles
- Stowable, attached, three-piece hood
- Exposed, VISLON center front zip
- Secure-zip hand pockets
- Vest stows in right-hand pocket
- Internal drawcord with cord locks at hem for adjustability
- Embroidered logo on left chest and back-right shoulder
- Has the oversize logos of the original 96 vest
- Solid body: 40D 57 g/m 100% recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
- Print body: 50D 78 g/m 100% recycled polyester ripstop with non-PFC DWR finish
- Overlay and lining: 50D 69 g/m 100% recycled nylon taffeta with non-PFC DWR finish
- Avg Weight: 545 g (1 lb 3.22 oz)
- Center Back: 26" inch
articulated sleeves maintain coverage during repetitive arm motions
