- Does the Retro Nuptse run true to size?
- No. It is cut loose and boxy, and most owners suggest sizing down if you want a closer fit. It is designed to layer over a hoodie or sweater.
- Is it waterproof?
- The nylon shell is water repellent, so it sheds light snow and drizzle. It is not a waterproof rain jacket and will wet out in sustained rain.
- How warm is it compared with other down jackets?
- The 700-fill down makes it warmer and puffier than slim down sweaters like the Patagonia Down Sweater. It suits cold dry winters and city use rather than active alpine wear.
- Can it be machine washed?
- Yes, wash at 30 degrees with a down-safe detergent and tumble dry low with dryer balls to restore loft. Avoid fabric softener.
- What is the difference from the original 1996 Nuptse?
- The Retro Nuptse is a close reissue of the 1996 design, keeping the boxy cut, quilted baffles and stowable hood. Later Nuptse versions tweak the fit and fabrics but keep the same down-filled formula.
- Does it have a hood?
- Yes, it has a stowable hood that packs into the high collar, plus zippered hand pockets.
- Where is the The North Face Retro Nuptse Jacket cheapest?
- At GOAT, for $300.00, 21% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the The North Face Retro Nuptse Jacket?
- 9 stores we checked sell it, including GOAT, Sneakersnstuff, KICKS CREW, Dick's Sporting Goods, JD Sports.