The North Face VE 24 Tent.

These renowned two/three-person, four-season tents were purpose-built to withstand the harshest environments on Earth—sheltering explorers from brutal weather while offering a small but vital refuge to recharge for the next push.

The early lightweight dome design was engineered to resist crushing snow loads and punishing winds at high-altitude basecamps worldwide. Inside, generous space allowed occupants and their gear to stay protected from the elements. Opposite the main door, portholes provided access to fresh air or snow for melting—minimizing exposure to the storms raging just beyond the nylon walls.

Produced from the late 1970s through the 1980s, the VE-24 evolved over time, with later versions featuring updated materials and fire-safety tags sewn into the floor. A lighter variant, the VE-23, omitted the portholes and full-length fly. Ultimately, the VE-24 was succeeded by the VE-25—a legendary expedition tent that remains in production today