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Printed 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket - Kids'
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Product Breakdown
Shop the iconic North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket - a vintage-inspired winter puffy with eco-friendly insulation, water-repellent finish, and adjustable features. Perfect for cold weather adventures.
Deep Dive
Why We Like The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
Borrowing oversized baffles and neon options from the snow suit's heyday of the 90's, The North Face's 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket remains a fan favorite. This iconic puffy is packed full with heat-trapping down and treated to shed fresh flakes that fall on our commute, while the stowable hood offers us extra weather protection.
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Specs
Material: [face fabric] (solid) 40D nylon ripstop, DWR treatment, (heather) 50D polyester, DWR treatment, (metallic) 30D polyester, DWR treatment, [accent] 50D nylon, DWR treatment, [lining] 100% nylon
Insulation: 700-fill goose down
Fit: regular
Length: hip
Center Back Length: 26in
Hood: stowable
Pockets: [external] 2 zippered hand, [internal] 1 security
Claimed Weight: 1lb 9.4oz
Manufacturer Warranty: lifetime
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