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Our most advanced breathable-waterproof outerwear technology.Our most advanced breathable-waterproof outerwear technology.

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Guaranteed to keep you dry™Guaranteed to keep you dry™

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Waterproof / Breathable

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Seam sealed for maximum protection, performance and comfort.Seam sealed for maximum protection, performance and comfort.

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Engineered to reduce the effects of wind chill and retain comfortEngineered to reduce the effects of wind chill and retain comfort

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Waterproof / Breathable

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Designed to deliver a durable layer of defence against moisture.Designed to deliver a durable layer of defence against moisture.

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Delivering the best warmth-to-weight ratio in nature. Delivering the best warmth-to-weight ratio in nature.

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Advanced thermal performance in extreme conditions.Advanced thermal performance in extreme conditions.

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Our natural and synthetic temperature-regulating insulation technology.Our natural and synthetic temperature-regulating insulation technology.

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Revolutionary lightweight heat-trapping technology.Revolutionary lightweight heat-trapping technology.

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Lightweight, wicking and cooling fabric technologyLightweight, wicking and cooling fabric technology

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Our groundbreaking insulation and ventilation technology.Our groundbreaking insulation and ventilation technology.

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Your first level of protection against the coldYour first level of protection against the cold

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Quick drying performanceQuick drying performance

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Innovation at any pace. Optimised stability. Enhanced cushioning. VECTIV™ technology. For speed and comfort on every trail.Innovation at any pace. Optimised stability. Enhanced cushioning. VECTIV™ technology. For speed and comfort on every trail.

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Footwear Performance technologies engineered to keep you moving.Footwear Performance technologies engineered to keep you moving.

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Heat-seeking recycled insulation

Synthetic insulation for durable, lightweight and compressible warmth.


About the
technology

Proprietary to The North Face, Heatseeker™ insulation is a continuous synthetic filament that traps heat in small spaces between the fibres.

As a non-down synthetic alternative, it is part of the polyester family and delivers optimal insulation even when wet.

Heatseeker Eco delivers superior levels of performance for warmth, breathability and durability.

BenefitsBenefits

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Lightweight

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Warm when wet

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Recycled polyester

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Reducing our impact

We construct our Heatseeker Eco insulation with high amounts of recycled materials.

Between 70 -85% of the material used to construct our Heatseeker Eco insulation derives from post-consumer recycled polyester to lower our environmental impact.


Discover our Heatseeker products

Heatseeker Eco insulation is found within our snowsport shells, sleeping bags, gloves and insulated products.

HEAT SEEKER™ ECO

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Made from 70% post-consumer recycled polyester for high loft and soft feel

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HEAT SEEKER™ ECO advanced

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Constructed with 80% post-consumer recycled polyester for a high warmth-to-weight-ratio

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HEAT SEEKER™ ECO pro

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Made with 85% post-consumer recycled polyester for superior performance levels for warmth, breathability and durability.

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Take a closer look

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