Reintroducing the Himalayan Suit

Developed by a women-led team of athletes, designers, and product experts, the North Face reengineered their iconic Himalayan Suit to fit the demands of female alpinists.

Women have been standing on peaks and pushing the boundaries of alpinism for decades – all in gear that wasn’t made for them. With a female-led design team and athlete Dawa Yangzum Sherpa, The North Face now reimagined their iconic Himalayan Suit from the ground up taking a women’s perspective. Adapting the fit and insulation system for women’s bodies, removing unnecessary extra weight and adding features like the internal vest system were critical during the design process.

The Women Himalayan Suit is packed with technological features for high-altitude expeditions. It’s FUTURELIGHT™ shell with Spectra® Ripstop is both waterproof and abrasion-resistant in the forearms, buttocks, and lower legs, providing protection from rock chips and sharp mountain gear. The team also worked with insulation mapping and adjusted baffle shape to provide targeted warmth specifically for women’s bodies. The length of the front zipper was reduced for less bulk, and an asymmetrical placement protects against oxygen mask condensation and freezing. On the inside, the suit features a FLASHDRY™ Vest which provides a better and more comfortable fit as well as accessory storage and was inspired by a traditional running vest. The half moon shaped back zip with multiple zippers allows for easy access and ventilation. Storm-sealed sleeves with stretch wrist cuffs and thumb loops prevent drafts and keep out wind and snow. A double-layer lower leg construction allows the shell to fit independently over the boots for extra snow protection. Finally, the glove compatible zippers are extremely durable and cold-tested to withstand extremely low temperatures.

Jury-Statement:

»The Himalayan Suit by The North Face convinced with attention to detail and intricacy, making it a reliable piece of gear in the mountains. It features a combination of several innovations and is designed with comfort, warmth, and protection in mind, providing a product that empowers the next generation of female explorers to achieve their wildest alpinist dreams.«

Advantage overview:

➔ Women-specific design features such as half-moon back zip for additional comfort

➔ Breathable-waterproof FUTURELIGHT™ membrane for weather protection and temperature regulation

➔ Cloud down construction and heat mapping for additional warmth and less cold spots

➔ Self-equalising suspended vest with storage for supplies and side-release buckles for comfortable fit

➔ Oxygen mask compatible front zip and hood that is fully adjustable for seamless compatibility with helmets and oxygen masks

Product specifications:

Colors: fiery red

RRP: € 2,000.00

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