The all-new Summit Series Advanced Mountain Kit (AMK) is a 24-piece collection spanning apparel, equipment and footwear. It represents the most technically advanced system from THE NORTH FACE for high alpine fast and light pursuits with a focus on weight, fit, packability and durability.
“Each piece of this collection started with an athlete’s insight to move faster, lighter, or more comfortably in the mountains while upholding our highest standards for protection,” said Cory Olson, Head of Innovation at The North Face.
“That feedback allows us to push the boundaries of what’s possible by partnering with the world’s leading material innovators and putting every product through countless rounds of lab testing, athlete field trials, and ultimately, extended expeditions.”
True to the Summit Series tagline, Athlete Tested, Expedition Proven, the new Advanced Mountain Kit was put to the test by numerous athletes on The North Face team, including Benjamin Védrines, who broke the speed record on K2, and Christina Lustenberger, who set a first-ever ski descent on Mt. Robson’s south face wearing the kit.
Since the debut of the Advanced Mountain Kit in 2020, The North Face has continued to build upon its legacy of innovation with three major advances in this year’s collection.
- Women’s Specific Kit – features tailored fits and insulation mapping through gender-specific thermal testing. Each piece is engineered for optimal warmth, comfort and mobility.
- Layering Theory – built around a modular layering system, the new Advanced Mountain Kit delivers increased versatility across a wide range of alpine pursuits, including ski mountaineering. Athletes can easily add or remove layers to adapt to changing conditions, allowing for precise control over warmth, protection and mobility in the most challenging environments.
- Breakthrough Material Innovation
– AMK integrates a suite of proprietary technologies developed to enhance durability without sacrificing the lightweight packability athletes demand for safety and speed. Stronger than steel Spectra® yarns deliver exceptional durability in ultralight fabrics, while Cloud Down insulation eliminates cold spots and now offers expanded mid-loft versatility.
– a new FUTURELIGHT® electrospun membrane provides Non-PFAS waterproof breathability reinforced with Spectra and Nanoreflect for protection and thermoregulation. 50/50 insulation enhances warmth-to-weight efficiency with a proprietary aluminium-titanium coating that reflects body heat and the all-new DotKnit Wool blends natural odour control and thermal performance with superior moisture management for next-to-skin comfort.
The 24-piece collection spans a full range of apparel, equipment, and accessories built for the world’s most demanding alpine pursuits. From ultralight insulated layers like the Cloud Down Parka and 50/50 Hoodie to weatherproof protection with FUTURELIGHT® shells, technical DotKnit Wool baselayers and expedition-ready gear including the Summit Advanced Pack, 135L Duffel, Assault 2 Tent, and a SUPERLIGHT Sleep System.