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The North Face Mountain Pant - Men's

Item #TNF3624 | 72 in Stock

What does 28K mean regarding waterproof?

By Ranked #1004 - Men's Ski Pants January 4, 2009

What does 28K mean regarding waterproof?

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By Ranked #517 - Men's Ski Pants January 6, 2009

28K means it will take 28000 mm of rain in a 24 hour period to penetrate the fabric.http://www.backcountry.com/store/newsletter/a254/Waterproof-Breathable-Explained.html

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Tech Specs:

Material:
[Shell] 100% Gore-Tex performance; [Kickpatch] 72% nylon, 28% Kevlar 
Waterproof Rating:
28K 
Breathable Rating:
25K 
Side Zips:
Yes, full-length 
Venting:
No, Inseam vents, etc 
Pockets:
2 Front, 2 back 
Seam Taped:
Yes, fully 
Waist:
Suspenders 
Gaiters:
Yes 
Weight:
1lb 14oz (850g) 
Recommended Use:
Mountaineering, skiing 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 
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