The North Face launches the HyperAir GTX Jacket utilizing new GORE-TEX Active for the most breathable waterproof jacket The North Face has ever created. Designed for bone-dry protection while running or training outdoors in the wettest weather, the HyperAir GTX Jacket with new GORE-TEX Active features an outer surface that permanently repels water. The material’s permanent water beading surface eliminates the need for a face fabric, which makes it the lightest and most breathable GORE-TEX product. This revolutionary material combined with the unique construction of the HyperAir GTX Jacket allows for increased breathability, reduced sweat accumulation and faster release of moisture to avoid the clammy discomfort of wet fabric. The waterproof and windproof HyperAir GTX Jacket features an extremely lightweight Gore micro grid backer (patent pending) next to skin to keep weight low and wearing comfort high. Because of the permanent beading surface the outside of the garment shakes dry, there is no chilling effect in the rain from a wetted out face fabric. The North Face HyperAir GTX Jacket is available now online and at European retailers from April 2016.