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The North Face Kichatna Suit (2002)
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The North Face Kichatna Suit (2002) 

Page Type: Gear Review

Manufacturer: The North Face

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Page By: delmarco

Created/Edited: Feb 29, 2008 / Feb 29, 2008

Object ID: 4940

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Product Description

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GARMENT NAME:
TNF Kichatna Suit

DESCRIPTION:
Pure and functional, the Kichatna Suit is the ultimate shell for alpine assaults, ice climbing and ski mountaineering. The no-frills minimalist design features durable 3-Ply Gore-Tex@fabric, which is waterproof, windproof, breathable and eliminates the need for a lining. An ergonomic swivel hood, a complete venting system, articulated knees and elbows, a rear rainbow zipper and numerous weather protection features like seam sealing and double storm flaps make the Kichatna Suit one of the finest climbing suits ever made.
Shell: 3-Ply Gore-Tex
Lining: none
Insulation: none
Weight: 1.5Kg.
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
Colors: Red, Yellow

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delmarcoThe good ole' 1990s!

Voted 4/5

Funny suit! Not even sure why I got one. But it did the job in keeping me warm, dry and at everyone's attention during one of our climbing trips in the NE.

PROS: Warm, Waterproof, Durable, Secure, Works well with harness(minimal to no bunching) Retro-cool look, eBay Price: You can get one of these for under $150.
CONS: Fit is tricky (My medium had a very tight waist, but everything else fit), Heavy and hot (once its on you and the temps rise forget about it, vent zips don't help that much),
Retail Price: at $699! Woowzers!
Posted Feb 29, 2008 8:05 am

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