Meet the Chinook Shell — Explore 45 Edition
Explore has spent 45 years sending Canadians out into the kind of weather most people plan around. Fitting, then, that the anniversary collection starts with a shell.
This is the Chinook Shell in Cedar Brown — a grounded, earthy brown created for the Explore collaboration and available in no other Northern Sun colourway — finished with the Explore 45 anniversary mark. Under the collab details, nothing has changed: waterproof, windproof, fully taped seams, underarm vents, and the kind of adjustable fit you want when the forecast is a coin toss.
Wear it solo through a wet week, or layer it over the Explore edition Chinook Sherpa in Cedar Skies when the temperature drops. Same layering system, limited-edition colours.
The Explore 45 details
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Cedar Brown: created for the Explore collaboration and exclusive to this collection.
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Explore 45 anniversary mark: collector's-edition branding celebrating 45 years of Explore.
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Explore Magazine Fall issue included: a physical copy of the anniversary issue in every order ($9.95 value).
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Northern Sun reusable bag included: packed with every order ($10 value).
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Presale September 1–30: limited quantities, and once it's gone, it's gone.
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When it ships: early-bird orders placed September 1–8 ship mid-September. Everything after that ships in early October.
Features & Materials
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Waterproof & Breathable Protection: Made with 100% high-stretch mechanical polyester shell fabric with TPU (10K/10K waterproof/breathability), finished with a PFC-free DWR for eco-friendly performance.
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Reinforced Seams & Structure: Fully taped seams provide complete waterproof and windproof protection, while the hood's reinforced brim ensures lasting structure in stormy conditions.
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Ventilation Options: Underarm zipper vents allow for enhanced breathability when you're on the move and need to ditch heat.
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Adjustable Fit: Equipped with an adjustable hem and hood for wind protection, plus hook-and-loop cuffs to lock in warmth and keep the elements out.
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Smart Storage: Two front hand pockets with reinforced flaps and a chest pocket with a waterproof zipper keep essentials secure and dry.
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Northern Sun Detailing: Finished with a heat-transfer NS logo on the chest for a clean, technical look.
Temperature Rating
If there's moisture in the air, this is your go-to layer. (Rated to -25°C when layered with the Chinook Sherpa)
Manufacturing
Designed in Canada. Ethically made in China.
Product Care
Machine wash cold. Hang to dry. For best results, follow the care label.
*exact colour may vary depending on lighting
A note on sale: The Explore 45 collection is a one-time run in colours we won't produce again, so every order is final. Check the size guide before you order, and if you're between sizes or unsure about fit, email us at contact@northernsuncanada.com first. We want to help you get it right! Manufacturing defects are still covered by our lifetime warranty.
