The North Face Summit Breithorn Hoodie 2027 – Insulator Jacket

The North Face Summit Breithorn Hoodie is a high-performance insulating mid-layer engineered for alpinists, backcountry skiers, and technical mountain athletes who need warmth that moves with them. Equally at home under a shell or worn as a standalone outer layer, it's built for conditions where cutting corners isn't an option.

At its core is 800-fill ProDown™, a hydrophobic natural down that sheds moisture and dries faster than untreated down, housed in a body shell of 15D Pertex® Y Fuse recycled nylon ripstop — a fabric whose uniquely shaped filaments create enhanced downproof and water-beading performance. The slim, precision-cut fit pairs with raglan sleeves and underarm gussets so arm movement stays unrestricted. A climbing-helmet-compatible hood with a rear cinch-cord, an insulated draft flap behind the front zip, stretch-knit cuffs, and two internal drop-in pockets round out a feature set that punches well above the jacket's packable footprint — it stows neatly into its own left-hand pocket.

This jacket is for climbers, ski tourers, and mountain enthusiasts who demand a mid-layer that performs in genuinely harsh conditions rather than just looking the part. The ProDown™ insulation means a wet approach or a sudden weather change won't leave you cold. The Pertex® shell and fluorine-free DWR finish reflect a commitment to sustainability without sacrificing function.

• Can the Breithorn be worn as a standalone outer layer? Yes — while it's engineered as a mid-layer, The North Face designed it to function as an outer layer in dry to moderately wet alpine conditions.
• Is the down ethically sourced? Yes. The ProDown™ insulation is Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certified by Control Union (TE-00057927), ensuring animal welfare standards throughout the supply chain.