Men's GTX Dawnstrike Pant

Durable GORE-TEX shell pants for snow days.

$340

Color: TNF Black

Size:

Size guide

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Top features

Jacket connection

Bellowed thigh pockets

Oversize kickpatches

Description

The North Face Men's GORE-TEX Dawnstrike Pants are durable shell pants built for heavy wear. Waterproof GORE-TEX 2L fabric with a 150D face holds up on the mountain, and higher-denier kickpatches protect the hem. Covered inner-thigh vents help regulate temperature. Body fabric and lining are made with recycled polyester.

Perfect for

GORE-TEX

2L waterproof fabric.

Pairs with jackets

Integration port.

Recycled

Body and lining.

Features

Jacket connection. A jacket-to-pant integration port at the center back yoke.
Bellowed thigh pockets. Exposed secure-zip thigh pockets with bellowed bottoms and a clip and pouch system.
Oversize kickpatches. Higher-denier, oversize kickpatches at the hem.
Articulated knees. Articulated knees for mobility.

Size & Fit

Regular fit, straight leg over boots.

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Materials

Composition: 150D 100% recycled polyester GORE-TEX 2L; recycled nylon kickpatches; Lining: 50D 78 g/m² WINDWALL 100% recycled polyester.

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 NF0A8C8BJK3

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

Performance

How it ranks across conditions.

Calibrated against comparable products we stock, so you can compare like for like.

Waterproofing

Wind only

Water-resistant

Waterproof

Durably waterproof GORE-TEX 2L fabric.

Best for

Is this right for you?

Resort skiing

Durable GORE-TEX shell pants for heavy resort use.

Not for: For cold chairlifts, insulated pants are warmer. Shop men's snow pants

Backcountry

Uninsulated with inner-thigh vents for uphill days.

Not for: For deep cold at rest, insulated pants hold more heat. Shop men's snow pants

Full spec sheet

Technical Specs

Weight	709 g (1 lb 9 oz)
Waterproof	Yes, GORE-TEX 2L
Insulation	None
Bib	No
Vents	Yes, covered inner-thigh vents
Boot gaiters	Hem gaiters with gripper elastic
Inseam	Short 30 in, Regular 32 in, Long 34 in
Fabric	150D GORE-TEX 2L, kickpatches
Sustainability	Body fabric and lining made with recycled polyester

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