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Founded in 1966 by hiking enthusiast couple, Doug and Susie Tompkins, The North Face started as a small mountaineering retail store selling high-performance climbing and backpacking equipment. More than 50 years after its humble grand opening, The North Face now boasts an extensive line of performance apparel, equipment, and footwear. The brand continuously pushes the boundaries of innovation, innovation that has pushed human exploration to deeper and further unknowns. As a trailblazer with superior quality, The North Face epitiomizes the dauntless spirit of explorers and adventurers alike. It comes as no surprise that the world's most accomplished climbers, mountaineers, extreme skiers, snowboarders, endurance runners and explorers put their faith in The North Face. Shop The North Face