Founded by two hiking enthusiasts in the heart of San Francisco, The North Face delivers an extensive line of performance apparel, equipment and footwear. The North Face's 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest features a durable ripstop shell with a DWR water-repellent finish and 700-fill recycled goose down insulation, engineered to deliver exceptional core warmth, wind protection, and lightweight packability.

- Nylon ripstop fabric; made with recycled materials
- Relaxed fit
- Boxy silhouette
- Inspired by the iconic design lines of the 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
- Body fabric, overlay and lining made with recycled nylon
- 700-fill goose down offers warmth while remaining compressible
- Oversize baffles
- Stowable, adjustable, attached three-piece hood with drawcord and cord locks
- 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
- Oversize logos inspired by the original 96 vest