The North Face Summit Lhotse balaclava

The Summit Lhotse Balaclava has been created specifically for mountaineering and high-alpine expeditions. It's so light, you'll hardly notice you're wearing it. But you'll be glad you are because it features wind-blocking WindWall™ forehead panels and Futurefleece™ fabric technology, which manages moisture and provides all the warmth you need. There's cosy synthetic insulation in the earband and front panel, too. It retains heat but allows sweat to escape, keeping you cool and dry when things get a little hot under the collar. You can wear this balaclava comfortably under a hood, and there's a special mouthpiece that allows you to breathe.

Close fit
This balaclava sits close to the skin for exceptional warmth without impacting breathability.

Recycled material
Helps reduce landfill waste and the use of virgin materials.

Synthetic fill
Synthetic insulation maintains warmth even in damp conditions.

Stretch
Enjoy a greater range of motion and improved comfort.

DWR - Water repellent
A durable water repellent finish provides protection from light moisture and fabric saturation.

Features

• Body made with recycled polyester
• Futurefleece™ features full-loop construction and octa-yarns to provide an optimal warmth-to-weight ratio and moisture management
• WindWall™ panels on forehead, front panel and earband for added wind protection
• 40 g Ventrix™ stretch synthetic insulation in front panel and earband
• Faux-neoprene mouthpiece for warmth and breathability
• Non-PFC DWR finish for added protection
• Under-helmet hood
• Hinged construction helps make it easier to adjust the fit
• Heat transfer logo on front and Summit Series™ logo on side
• Front panel and earmuff fabric composition: 88% nylon, 12% elastane with durable non-PFC DWR (Non-PFC DWR) water repellent finish. Front panel fabric: WindWall™, 92% recycled polyester, 8% elastane with PFC free DWR finish.

Technologies

Futurelight™
Seamsealed Futurelight™ is an advanced fabric technology that can be customised to deliver optimised combinations of breathable-waterproof protection.

Futurefleece™
The unique fabric construction of Futurefleece™ optimises the balance of thermo-regulation, weight and packability in a thin, lightweight format.

Ventrix™ Insulation
Ventrix™ technology features zonal perforations that open with movement allowing perspiration to escape, and remain closed in times of rest to retain heat.

Windwall™
WindWall™ fabrics are engineered to reduce the effects of chilling winds while maintaining a good level of breathability.