One of the best features about The North Face's Denali Vest is its amazing versatility. While designed primarily for mountaineering, this vest is also ideal for maintaining torso warmth while running, hiking or cross-country skiing, especially when worn over a moisture-wicking long sleeve workout shirt. It's zip-in compatible, so you can attach it to other North Face Shells and jackets and wear it as a thermal middle layer.

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Created for specifically for alpine activities like mountain climbing and backpacking, the 650-fill down inside the Sub Zero Vest is superb insulation for a wide range of outdoor activities, including camping, kayaking, spring skiing and more. The one-hand hem drawcords along the back and hem let you pick a fit that matches the conditions. You'll also find a waterproof stuff sack included for convenient storage inside your backpack, kayak or adventure travel bag.

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The WindStopper Vest from Mountain Hardwear uses a Gore Winstopper laminate to create a windproof barrier between brisk winds and your body's core.Features: There are two zippered hand pockets and two security pockets (one inside and one outside). The high-cut collar keeps the wind off of your neck. Specifications: Weight: 11 oz. Fabric: Polyester. Laminate: Gore Windstopper. Specifications based on size Medium.

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Perfect apparel through three seasons of the year, the Nuptse Vest remains one of the most versatile and proven down garments in the entire North Face collection. It's made with a Z-Ripstop shell fabric thats wind resistant, water repellent and completely down proof. Lightweight, highly compressible 700-fill down maintains thermal performance while sewn-through construction keeps the down from shifting and creating cold spots. Best of all, the Nuptse Vest is compatible with most North Face shells, so you can use it as an insulating layer beneath your favorite waterproof TNF outerwear.

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If the flapping or whining of your rain jacket hood is compromising your ability to hear and enjoy the outdoors, consider the auditory advantages of the Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero. Designed in rainy, misty Pacific Northwest, this Gore-Tex headgear is waterproof, highly breathable and wind resistant. An internal WickLine headband helps keep perspiration from interfering with your visibility. Wear it hiking, paddling, fishing or wherever storm clouds gather.

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When the only shade for miles consists of your solitary shadow, it's nice to know that you can take cover beneath the removable sun skirt of the Outdoor Research Sahara Cap. The sun skirt snaps to the bill and covers the mesh side panels for total head protection. This is a smart choice for summer snowfield travel, salt flat fishing, sailing and hiking. The stuffable foam bill adapts to tight spots in your luggage and stuff sack.

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The truncated-triangle-shaped top and generous earflaps of the WindStopper Peruvian Hat from Outdoor Research covers all of the necessary areas and protects from wind and weather. Features: Gore WindStopper construction combines a totally windproof and highly vapor permeable membrane with soft, warm, and quick drying polyester fleece. The chin cord adjusts with a cordlock and allows the earflaps to be held in place on top of the head when not needed for ear warmth. Specifications: Material: 100% polyester.

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If you find the flapping or whining of your rain jacket hood a hassle on rainy days, consider the advantages of the highly packable Sahale Sombrero. Like the Seattle Sombrero this Gore-Tex hat was designed in the rainy, misty Pacific Northwest but this version is resilient enough to withstand the crushing confines of a pack on sunny days. An internal WickLine headband helps keep perspiration from interfering with your visibility. Wear it backpacking, paddling, fishing or wherever storm clouds gather.

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Similar in design to the popular Kalahari Cap, the Taklamakan Cap has cooling mesh side panels for enhanced ventilation. This is a great choice for warm weather in the backcountry. A cinch strap adjustment in back ensures a great fit.

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