Men's Apex Bionic 3 Vest

Updated with a streamlined design, the versatile Men's Apex Bionic 3 Vest is a water-repellent, wind-resistant, stretchable layer built for active, cold-weather adventures.

$150

Color: New Taupe Green

Size:

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Top features

WINDWALL™ wind resistance

Non-PFC DWR finish

Recycled materials

Description

Updated with a streamlined design, the versatile Men's Apex Bionic 3 Vest is a water-repellent, wind-resistant, stretchable layer built for active, cold-weather adventures.

Perfect for

Core warmth

Heat where you need it.

Wind resistance

Blocks the chill.

Layering

Arms free to move.

Features

WINDWALL™ wind resistance. A wind-resistant face fabric blocks cold gusts to keep you warmer without a bulky shell.
Non-PFC DWR finish. Sheds light rain and snow using PFC-free water-repellent chemistry.
Recycled materials. Made largely from recycled fabrics to lower its environmental footprint.
Stretch mobility. Built-in stretch and mobility panels move with you.

Size & Fit

Slim

Regular

Relaxed

Standard fit with room to move. True to size for most.

Regular fit; Internal hem cinch-cord with a cord lock for adjustability
Center Back: 27.25"

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Materials

Solid body: 90D 351 g/m² WINDWALL™—96% recycled polyester, 4% elastane with 100% recycled polyester backer and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Heather body: 300D x 300D 374 g/m² WINDWALL™—100% recycled polyester bonded soft shell with brushed back and non-PFC DWR finish.
Collar, center-front-zip and hem lining: 75D x 150D 165 g/m² 90% recycled polyester, 10% elastane with non-PFC DWR finish.
Pocket lining: 50D 105 g/m² 36% cotton, 35% TENCEL™ Lyocell, 29% polyester.
Care: Follow the care instructions on the sewn-in garment label.

Technical specs

Wind-resistant WINDWALL™ fabric
Solid body fabric made with 96% recycled polyester; heather body fabric made with 100% recycled polyester
Non-PFC DWR finish for added water repellency

About the brand

Since 1966, The North Face has been inspiring exploration with innovative gear designed for the harshest conditions. From iconic outerwear to performance apparel and packs, their products are built to keep adventurers comfortable on every journey. At Mountain Sports, we carry The North Face because it empowers our community to push further, stay outside longer, and never stop exploring.

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SKU NF0A84IJ-21L · Style NF0A84IJ

Size guide

The North Face Size Chart - Men's Apparel

The North Face Sizing Chart

Measurements are in inches, unless otherwise noted. Charts reflect body measurements, not garment measurements.

Men's Jackets & Tops:

Size	Chest	Hips	Arm Length
XXS	29 - 32.5	31.5 - 32.5	33
XS	33 - 35	33 - 34	33.5
S	36 - 38	35 - 37	33.5
M	39 - 41	38 - 40	34.0
L	42 - 44	41 - 43	34.8
XL	45 - 48	44 - 46	35.5
2XL	49 - 52	47 - 49	36.3
3XL	53 - 56	50 - 52	37.0
2X	50 - 52	50.5 - 52.5	35 - 36
3X	54 - 56	54.5 - 56.5	35.75 - 36.75
4X	58 - 60	58.5 - 60.5	36.25 - 37.25
5X	62 - 64	62.5 - 64.5	36.75 - 37.75

2X - 5X rows are The North Face's extended (big) sizes - a separate scale from 2XL/3XL. Fit types: Slim (close-to-body with fair range of motion, shaped at the waist; wears over base or light mid-layers), Standard (true-to-size with slight shaping or a straight fit; wears over mid-layers), Relaxed (loose-to-oversize, no shaping, shoulder may drop below the natural shoulder).

Men's Short-Sleeved Shirts:

Size	Chest	Hips	Sleeve
2XS	30 - 33	31 - 33	33
XS	33.5 - 36.5	33.5 - 35.5	33.5
S	37 - 39.5	36 - 38.5	34
M	40 - 42.5	39 - 41.5	34
L	43 - 46	42 - 44.5	34.5
XL	46.5 - 49.5	45 - 47.5	35
2XL	50 - 54	48 - 51	35.5
3XL	54.5 - 58.5	51.5 - 54	36
2X	49 - 52	49.5 - 52.5	35 - 36
3X	53 - 56	53.5 - 56.5	35.75 - 36.75
4X	57 - 60	57.5 - 60.5	36.25 - 37.25
5X	61 - 64	61.5 - 64.5	36.75 - 37.75

Fit types for short-sleeved shirts: Fitted (tight, next-to-skin, typically with compression), Slim, Standard and Relaxed.

Men's Pants (numeric waist sizes with letter equivalents):

Size	Waist	Hips	Inseam (Short)	Inseam (Regular)	Inseam (Long)
28 (XS)	28 - 30	33.5 - 35.5	30	32	34
30 (S)	30.5 - 32	36 - 38	30	32	34
32 (M)	32.5 - 33.5	38 - 39.5	30	32	34
34 (M)	33.5 - 35	39.5 - 41	30	32	34
36 (L)	35 - 36	41 - 42.5	30	32	34
38 (L)	36.5 - 38.5	42.5 - 44	30	32	34
40 (XL)	39 - 40	44 - 45.5	30	32	34
42 (XL)	40.5 - 42.5	45.5 - 47	30	32	34
44 (2XL)	43 - 45	47 - 48.5	30	32	34
2X	45 - 48	49.5 - 52.5	30	32	34
3X	49 - 52	53.5 - 56.5	30	32	34
4X	53 - 56	57.5 - 60.5	30	32	34
5X	57 - 60	61.5 - 64.5	30	32	34

Pants are sized by numeric waist with the letter equivalent in parentheses. Inseams are offered in Short (30"), Regular (32") and Long (34") across all sizes.

Men's Shorts:

Size	Waist	Hips
30 (S)	29 - 30	35 - 36
32 (M)	31 - 32	37 - 38
34 (M)	33 - 34	39 - 40
36 (L)	35 - 36	41 - 42
38 (L)	37 - 38	43 - 44
40 (XL)	39 - 40	44 - 45
42 (XL)	41 - 42	46 - 47
44 (2XL)	43 - 44	47 - 48

Questions, answered

Before you buy.

Pulled from chats, emails and store visits. The things people actually ask us before they buy. Don't see yours?

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When would I wear a vest instead of a jacket?

When you want torso warmth but need free arm movement — climbing, hiking, hauling firewood, working around camp. Also great when temps are mild but a breeze chills your core, or as a layer under a hardshell when full insulation is too much.

Will it work as a midlayer under a jacket?

Yes — most vests are cut trim enough to layer cleanly under a shell or jacket. Check the chest measurement; if you're between sizes, the smaller usually layers better.

Does it have hand pockets?

Most do. Spec sheet confirms — typical configuration is two zippered hand pockets and an internal chest pocket. Hand pockets are usually fleece-lined for warmth.

Is the back longer than the front?

Most performance vests have a slightly dropped hem at the back to prevent gaps when you bend forward. Spec sheet has the back length if it's a critical fit detail.

Can I wash it like a jacket?

Same care as the equivalent insulated jacket — gentle wash, mild detergent, tumble dry low. Synthetic insulation is forgiving. Down requires a down-specific approach.