Founded in 1966 by hiking enthusiasts Douglas Tompkins and Susie Buell, The North Face® started as a small ski and backpacking retail shop in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco, but has since grown into one of the leading purveyors of outdoors apparel in the world. Named for the coldest, most unforgiving side of a mountain, The North Face® follows the mantra, “Never Stop Exploring,” which reflects its commitment to developing technically superior garments to help people push the boundaries of exploration. Known for its innovative collections, including its Steep Tech and Tekware, “designed to provide rock climbers, backpackers, hikers, trail runners, and outdoor enthusiasts with the ultimate fit and function,” The North Face® is equally popular amongst technical apparel enthusiasts and outdoors adventurers.