The North Face
Shelbe Rachel Etip Mittens
The North Face Shelbe Rachel Etip Mittens are insulated winter mittens with a smooth shell, suede-like palm patch, and ribbed knit wrist cuffs, intended for cold-weather outdoor activities. They use Heatseeker synthetic insulation, an ultra-soft Rachel fleece lining, PFC-free DWR, and FlashDry moisture management, with Etip touchscreen compatibility and non-slip palm inserts. The product has a 3.5/5 rating from 2 reviews.
- Material
- Heatseeker™ synthetic insulation; ultra-soft Rachel fleece lining
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, insulated
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Color
Specifications
Insulated, touch-screen-compatible mittens with fleece lining for outdoor activities.
Heatseeker™ synthetic insulation, ultra-soft Rachel fleece lining, PFC-free DWR, FlashDry™ moisture management, Etip™ touch-screen compatibility, and non-slip palm inserts.
- Material
- Heatseeker™ synthetic insulation; ultra-soft Rachel fleece lining
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, insulated
- Occasion
- hiking, sports-event, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Additional Attributes
- Mitten construction for outdoor activities
- Heatseeker™ synthetic insulation
- Ultra-soft Rachel fleece lining
- PFC-free DWR finish
- FlashDry™ moisture-absorbing technology
- Etip™ touch-screen compatible
- Non-slip palm inserts for grip and dexterity
- The North Face at I.FIV5
Product Insights
Shelbe Rachel Etip Mittens 65 CAD Snug, stretchy women's fit; size up to layer a thin liner Zoned Heatseeker synthetic insulation: 150 g back of hand, 60 g palm Water-resistant only via PFC-free DWR; not waterproof Main tradeoff is weather protection: light precipitation only, not waterproof or windproof
Verified claims
- fit
- Snug, stretchy women's fit; size up to layer a thin liner
- variant
- One black colorway across three sizes, all same price and in stock
- touchscreen
- Etip works on thumb and index finger only
- water resistance
- Water-resistant only via PFC-free DWR; not waterproof
- wind resistance
- Breathable soft shell takes the edge off a breeze but is not windproof
- materials
- Shell 91% polyester/9% spandex; palm 92% polyester/8% spandex; lining 100% polyester; fill 100% polyester
- sustainability
- Shell, lining and insulation use recycled polyester
- insulation
- Zoned Heatseeker synthetic insulation: 150 g back of hand, 60 g palm
- lining
- Ultra-soft raschel fleece lining, 100% recycled polyester
- cuff
- Short rib-knit cuff eases on/off but does not seal over a jacket sleeve
- care
- Do not wash, bleach or dry clean; spot clean, hang dry and refresh DWR with spray
- grip
- Suede-like palm patch and non-slip inserts improve grip and dexterity
- storage
- Pairing clip keeps the mittens together when not worn
- moisture management
- FlashDry shell is engineered for quick-drying moisture management
- warmth
- Mitten shape traps more heat than gloves, adding warmth
- tradeoffs
- Main tradeoff is weather protection: light precipitation only, not waterproof or windproof
- value
- At 65 CAD, includes zoned insulation, recycled fabrics, Etip and fleece lining
- style
- All-black design with white North Face logo and suede-like palm patch
- gender
- Women's-specific design
Product record
- Title
- Shelbe Rachel Etip Mittens
- Brand
- The North Face
- Price
- 65 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 3.5 stars, 2 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Using your touchscreen without removing the mittens
For anyone who wants to use a phone or touchscreen device without pulling their mittens off outdoors, these The North Face mittens feature Etip technology designed to work with touchscreens. They're marketed as letting you easily stay connected during outdoor activities, combining the touchscreen function with insulated, fleece-lined warmth.[1,2]
Warm, damp-weather mittens with touchscreen use
These mittens pair HEATSEEKER synthetic insulation with a non-PFC water-repellent finish, so they're suited to keeping hands warm in cold weather that turns damp. The insulation is designed to maintain warmth even when conditions are wet, and Etip functionality lets you use touchscreen devices without taking them off.[1]
Moisture-managing mittens for active winter days
Designed around FlashDry™ materials that absorb and manage moisture, these mittens are intended for people who want hands that stay dry and comfortable during chilly activities. The quick-drying fabric and non-PFC DWR finish add water repellency, while the raschel fleece lining adds a soft layer for everyday wear in cold weather.[1,2]
Mittens with added water repellency for damp days
The North Face Shelbe Rachel Etip Mittens have a non-PFC DWR finish for added water repellency, so they can help shed light moisture when you're out in damp or snowy weather. Pair that with their stretchy soft shell and touchscreen-compatible Etip functionality for everyday winter wear.[1]
Everyday comfort and convenience
These mittens are designed for all-day wear with comfort-focused details: a super-soft raschel fleece lining, rib knit at the cuff for easy on/off, and a pairing clip to keep them together when not in use. Non-slip inserts on the palm support dexterity while wearing them.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Shelbe Rachel Etip Mittens: Choose these mittens if you want to use a touchscreen outdoors, since the Etip functionality works with touchscreen devices. They suit cold, damp-weather wear with HEATseeker synthetic insulation that the brand says maintains warmth even in damp conditions, plus a non-PFC DWR finish and FlashDry moisture management, all lined with super-soft raschel fleece. They are a good pick if recycled materials matter to you—the shell is 91% recycled polyester and the lining is 100% recycled—and they include a pairing clip and rib-knit cuff for easy on/off; note the listing is in Black with sizes from XS to XL cited by the brand and S, M, and L shown by the retailer.[1,2] | Etip Recycled Fibres Gloves: Choose these if you want thin-but-warm gloves for casual cold-weather outings and need to use a touchscreen without taking them off: Etip technology covers every finger, and users report accurate taps and swipes, though one reviewer found precise texting difficult because the tips hit multiple characters at once. They pair a windproof, waterproof recycled-fibre shell with a light polar fleece lining, and Business Insider named this model its touchscreen-gloves guide's best overall pick. Note that some users report the anti-slip palm grip peeling after a few wears, the build as fragile for frequent or rugged use, and a fit that can run slightly large, so consider sizing down if between sizes.[3,4,5,6] |
Image Analysis
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Product
A pair of black mittens shown overlapping with knit cuffs; the top mitten has a white THE NORTH FACE logo on the backhand. Visible materials include a smooth outer shell, a suede-like palm patch, and a ribbed knit wrist cuff.
- Overall formTwo mittens arranged overlapping, showing the backhand of the left mitten on top and the palm/thumb side of the right mitten underneath.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.10 · w 0.80 · h 0.82 (high) - Backhand shell materialSmooth, slightly matte fabric on the backhand of the top mitten with a uniform dark charcoal/black finish and a horizontal seam across the lower backhand.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.46 · h 0.48 (high) - Palm materialDarker suede-like or microfleece patch covering the palm and inner thumb of the right mitten, visibly different in texture from the outer shell.
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x 0.46 · y 0.10 · w 0.33 · h 0.62 (high) - Ribbed wrist cuffLong ribbed knit wrist cuff in black attached to each mitten, extending below the mitten body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.71 · w 0.46 · h 0.20 (high) - Thumb constructionSeparate thumb panel visible on the right mitten with a sewn seam along the outer thumb edge and the same smooth shell material covering the thumb exterior.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.44 (high) - Small fabric loopA short fabric loop or clip tab is visible on the left side of the lower left mitten body near the cuff seam.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium) - Backhand logo text“THE NORTH FACE”
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x 0.12 · y 0.54 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray background with soft shadowing; mittens are centered and cropped with even frontal lighting.
- Background and stagingNeutral light gray background with a soft shadow beneath the mittens, consistent studio lighting and no props besides the mittens.
- Shot compositionTop-down frontal composition showing both mittens overlapping, centered vertically and slightly shifted left-right within frame.
Colors
dark charcoal· backhand shell#2D2C2Bdeep black· palm patch#100F0Ablack· wrist cuff#12110Ewhite· logo print- Overall formTwo mittens arranged overlapping, showing the backhand of the left mitten on top and the palm/thumb side of the right mitten underneath.
Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Pas très chaude
Je cherchais une mitaine pour marcher dehors mais celle-ci n’est pas assez chaude
Vraiment magnifique, je les adore!
Vraiment magnifique, je les adore!