Construction & Features

The big story here, and why the garment is so expensive, is the namesake FutureFleece fabric. At a macro level, The North Face FutureFleece Hoodie another grid fleece design. The exterior is a flat faced polyester knit (45% recycled). It’s just-stretchy-enough for complete range of motion and adequate durability on the trail.

It’s thin and airy enough to breath exceptionally well, but still prevents heat from drifting away. The interior is designed in a grid pattern of approximately ¼ inch squares. They alternate between insulative loop clusters of Octa yarn, and empty space to encourage breathability. The loop clusters are an effective and soft-to-the-touch choice. They add structure to the garment that lofts the exterior face off of your skin. The effect reminds us of a super thin puffy jacket with an open-face interior.

At a microscopic level, the FutureFleece is built with Octa fibers. This is an innovative new yarn. Each strand is manufactured with eight ridges surrounding a hollow core. As the ridged surface interlocks with adjacent strands, it captures dead air space. As does the hollow core. All of which enhances its insulative properties throughout the jacket.

The FutureFleece hoodie is feature-light. It is constructed with a full front zip, one zippered chest pocket, and thumb loops. The hem, wrists and hood all have a light touch of elastic to seal in warmth. There are no hand pockets.