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North Face uses rayon, which is derived from bamboo, not oil and gas... But it's not like the oil and gas industry hasn't been caught lying a billion times bef

North Face uses rayon, which is derived from bamboo, not oil and gas... But it's not like the oil and gas industry hasn't been caught lying a billion times before. (Note that their less premium offerings available at Target and Walmart might use fibers derived from oil and gas. Their premium stuff does not.)

whimsicalism 5y ago
North Face certainly uses polyester, this is not in question.
jakear 5y ago
Their most expensive item [1] is 49% nylon and 33% polyester body, with some components being 90% polyester. The only recycled part is the lining, which is conveniently the least dense. Not sure what's more premium than that. [1] https://www.thenorthface.com/shop/mens-jackets-vests/mens-expedition-mcmurdo-parka-nf0a5gfa?variationId=JK3 https://www.thenorthface.com/shop/mens-jackets-vests/mens-ex...
didymospl 5y ago
Maybe USA is different but in EU their outdoor clothes are made predominantly of nylon and polyester. I don't think rayon have the properties needed for outdoor jackets. Obviously, this doesn't mean the man from the video is right, but it's for plenty other reasons.