The North Face Summit Casaval Women's Hoodie is an active-insulation midlayer built for comfort, mobility, and breathability on the move. Lightweight synthetic insulation warms you while breathable face and lining fabrics vent excess heat. It's a high-output layer for cold, aerobic days.

Why we like it:

The breathable active insulation is the standout; it keeps you warm at rest but vents heat and stretches with you when you push, so you can wear it moving without overheating. Stretch fabrics add real range of motion.

Features and Functions:

The Casaval combines 40g breathable synthetic active insulation with a 40D 91g/m² 85% recycled nylon and 15% elastane face and lining with FLASHDRY and a non-PFC DWR finish. Breathable panels vent during activity while the stretch fabric adds mobility, making it a high-output midlayer at around 431 grams.

Fit and Sizing:

A regular fit layers over a baselayer and under a shell without bulk. Stretch fabrics keep it mobile. True to size.

Bottom Line:

This is an active-insulation hoodie, best for high-output cold-weather days like ski touring and climbing. It warms without overheating and moves with you. A technical midlayer for working hard in the cold.