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Warm 700-fill down, recycled fabrics and a water-repellent finish make this iconic puffer ready for cold-weather adventures.
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Product Description
Big puffer warmth for little outdoor explorers. The North Face Kids' 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket brings the iconic look of the original '96 jacket into a kid-sized layer made for cold-weather adventures, with warm 700-fill goose down, recycled fabrics and a water-repellent finish.
Why Parents Love It
- Warm 700-fill down: Goose down insulation provides cozy warmth while remaining highly compressible.
- Water-repellent finish: A non-PFC DWR finish adds water repellency for everyday outdoor wear.
- Made with recycled materials: The body and overlay use recycled nylon, while the lining is recycled polyester.
- Kid-friendly storage: Covered, secure-zip hand pockets give kids a place for chilly hands and little trail treasures.
- Comfortable finishing details: Encased-elastic cuffs, elastic at the sides of the hem, a chin guard and an internal draft flap help create a comfortable fit.
Built for Real Outdoor Use
This is the kind of warm layer that fits right into a family's cold-weather routine—from frosty walks and playground mornings to weekend adventures and everyday trips outside. An abrasion-resistant overlay reinforces the collar and yoke, while the quilted down construction provides the lofty warmth the Nuptse is known for. It's made for bundling up, heading out and making more memories in the fresh air.
Things to Know
- Water-repellent, not waterproof: The fabric has a non-PFC durable water-repellent finish, but The North Face does not list this jacket as waterproof.
- Down insulation: Filled with 700-fill goose down certified to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) by Control Union.
- Standard fit: Designed with The North Face's standard fit and set-in sleeves.
- Updated youth sizing: The North Face recommends using its current sizing guide to select the best fit.
Product Details
- Brand: The North Face
- Style: NF0A82TS
- Insulation: 700-fill goose down
- Down standard: Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certified by Control Union, CU 843098
- Body: 40D 100% recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC DWR finish
- Lining: 50D 100% recycled polyester taffeta with non-PFC DWR finish
- Overlay: 50D 100% recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC DWR finish
- Reinforcement: Abrasion-resistant overlay at the collar and yoke
- Cuffs: Encased elastic
- Hem: Encased elastic at the sides
- Pockets: Covered, secure-zip hand pockets
- Front closure: Exposed VISLON® center-front zipper with internal draft flap and chin guard
- Construction: Horizontal quilting, set-in sleeves and stand collar
- Fit: Standard
- Sizes: 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T, 6T and 7T
- Center back: 17 inches
- Additional detail: ID label
Why ODSS Recommends It
We love layers that make saying yes to another trip outside a little easier. The Kids' 1996 Retro Nuptse combines serious down warmth with a comfortable, kid-ready design for cold playground mornings, winter walks and everyday family adventures. It's a nostalgic outdoor classic sized for a new generation—and made for the moments kids remember.
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Country of Origin: Imported
Style No: #NF0A82TS
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Each piece is rated for protection from water, wind and performance during play
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ODSS was started by mothers who saw firsthand how time outside builds resilient, confident kids. What began as helping outdoor schools equip students for all-weather learning grew into a bigger mission: Help families raise resilient, confident kids by making it easier for children to stay outside longer.
Testimonials
For us, the right gear from ODSS supports what we believe most about childhood. When children are able to be outside every day, in all seasons, they become tenacious, confident, and develop an authentic relationship with the land.
— RAIN OR SHINE SCHOOL
Working with Outdoor School Shop has transformed our outdoor school community. Parents love knowing their children are consistently and reliably equipped—and that nothing is forgotten or comes home covered in mud.
— RANDOLPH SCHOOL
Our students get outside in all temperatures and having the right gear makes a world of difference. @outdoorschoolshop has gear appropriate for all seasons, has a directory to search for nature schools, and layering guides to help families know how to dress children for the weather
— HEMLOCK HILL
At The Thistle and Root, I always recommend ODSS gear for anyone who believes that children grow best through nature—so dress for it.
— THISTLE & ROOT
Ordering bulk with Outdoor School Shop was just as easy and seamless as I had hoped! As we open up a new program, preparing our first group of kiddos for any weather was at the top of our priority list, and ODSS came through with insight, expertise, and the coolest, most dependable gear around! Thank you ODSS!
— SIDNEY RIDGE
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