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With low-profile seams to minimize bulk and maximize comfort, the women's The North Face Summit Pro 120 tights are an adventure-ready, lightweight base layer made for any cold-weather exploration.
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View the The North Face Summit Series Product LineView all The North Face Women's Base Layer BottomsBest Use | Snowsports |
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Fabric | 58% polyester/42% recycled polyester |
Moisture Wicking | Yes |
Quick Drying | Yes |
Underwear Weight | Midweight |
Inseam (in.) | 30 inches |
Gender | Women's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 1X | 2X | 3X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | |
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Numerical Size | 0 - 2 | 4 - 6 | 8 - 10 | 12 - 14 | 16 - 18 | 18 - 20 | 1X | 2X | 3X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | |
Chest | 29 - 30 | 31 - 32 | 33 - 35 | 36 - 38 | 39 - 41 | 42 - 44 | 45 - 48 | 49 - 52 | |||||||||||
Sleeve Length | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33.3 | 34 | 34.8 | 31.5 | 32.25 | 33 | |||||||||
Waist | 22 - 23 | 24 - 25 | 26 - 28 | 29 - 31 | 32 - 34 | 35 - 38 | 39 - 42 | 36 - 38 | 40 - 42 | 44 - 46 | 25 - 26 | 26 - 27 | 27 - 28 | 28 - 29 | 29 - 30 | 30 - 31 | 31 - 33 | 33 - 35 | 35 - 37 |
Hip | 31 - 32 | 33 - 35 | 36 - 37 | 38 - 40 | 41 - 43 | 44 - 47 | 48 - 51 | 46 - 48 | 50 - 52 | 54 - 56 | 34 - 35 | 35 - 36 | 36 - 37 | 37 - 38 | 38 - 39 | 39 - 40 | 40 - 42 | 42 - 44 | 44 - 46 |
Inseam | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 |
PETITE: Some pants are available in petite sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2 inches shorter.
TALL: Some pants are available in tall sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2 inches longer.
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Got these to replace a pair of 5 year old base layer bottoms, wanted to try something new. They’re tighter than your usual long johns (which I’m okay with) but very thin fabric, more like tights which I thought would be fine. Warm enough as a base layer on a 5 degree day sledding but on the first time worn, I got a “run” in the fabric as you would with a pair of tights. I do not think these are high quality, not worth the money and not really a base layer but definitely not tights either. I am considering trying to return them (but now with the run they can’t be resold and that’s a lot to just “throw away” — might just wear them into the ground as it probably won’t take long for them to become unusable anyway)
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this tights as a first layer of clothing. Its perfect. Very comfortable under my pants and definitely keep my legs warm
Though I liked the fit on these right away, I found that they are scratchy on the skin after wearing for more than a few hours. I wanted to really like them but this isn't a great attribute to a base layer!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was trying to replace my old long johns from a number of years ago made by North face. My older ones are thin as silk but toasty warm and stretch in all directions like a second skin. The material on these newer Summit Series is thicker with little stretch (not lie flat under my shirt) and not what I would consider soft as the material is like a woven mesh. Sorry, but I sent back and will just replace the elastic waist in my old ones. Maybe if these were the first I ever had, I would feel differently.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The first time I wore these (for a very light workout), the threading on the top of the leggings starting ripping and fraying. Now I have streaks starting at the top seam and going down into the crotch area/legs. The material is obviously very poor - the leggings fit me perfectly, and I didn't do anything to warrant the tears. I really love the feel of the leggings; they are very comfortable, so I was very disappointed that they are not holding up during activity.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Have not worn these for skiing yet but when I tried them on, I wish they had just alittle more Lycra to give alittle more stretch I think I won't notice once I start to move in them but that was my initial thought.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pros:Comfortable and stylish. Cons:Very thin and transparent material. Designed to wear under clothing or around house. Not your typical tights, wouldn't purchase again , but it I'll find a use for them.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really comfortable and true to size definitely need to wear under insulated pants not a shell for skiing could also work under jeans, dress pants etc for cold weather but not super warm.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought these to replace another pair I owned. I like the pockets on the side, and how it is lined for warmth. Can wear it alone or as a base layer for my winter activities.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Best layer for moisture movement! Do a lot of touring in the winter and by far the best dry layer I have ever had. Just a little restricting no stretch in the material.