What is Vætrex™?

Vætrex™ is our trademark and stands for Vapor Attenuating and Expelling, Thermal Retaining insulation for EXtreme cold weather.

Northern Outfitters Vætrex™ technology, the foundation of our clothing and gear, is known all over the world as the most efficient cold weather product on the market today.  A study done by Professor Wayne Seames, PhD., of the University of North Dakota Department of Engineering found:

"Vætrex™ is the clear winner for cold weather performance. Ounce for Ounce, Vætrex™ is simply the most efficient insulating material currently available for cold weather clothing applications."

How it works

Our Vætrex™ technology is designed to be worn directly against the skin. When worn against the skin.

All of our Vætrex™ technology is Made in America by

The National Industries For The Blind