Meet the Chinook Sherpa — Explore 45 Edition
Explore turns 45 this year, and the anniversary collection is three limited-edition layers built for the way Canadians actually spend a fall weekend. This is the one you'll live in.
The Chinook Sherpa comes here in Cedar Smoke, created for the Explore collaboration and available in no other Northern Sun colourway, finished with an embroidered Explore 45 patch — stitched, not printed, on a limited run. The fleece itself hasn't changed: 300GSM sherpa on the outside, ultra-soft anti-pill microfleece on the inside, warm on a cold morning without turning into a sauna by noon.
Wear it solo through shoulder season, or layer it under the Explore edition Chinook Shell in Cedar Brown when the rain returns. Same layering system, limited-edition colours.
The Explore 45 details
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Cedar Smoke: created for the Explore collaboration and exclusive to this collection.
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Embroidered Explore 45 patch: stitched, not printed — a collector's-edition detail on a limited run.
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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.
A note on final sale: The Explore 45 collection is a one-time run in colours we won't produce again, so every order is final — no returns, exchanges, or size swaps. 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'd rather help you get it right than have you stuck with the wrong size. Manufacturing defects are still covered by our lifetime warranty.
Features & Materials
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Soft & Breathable Warmth: Crafted from 100% polyester sherpa fleece (300GSM), the outer fabric has a lofty pile that provides insulation while staying breathable, elastic, and soft to the touch. The inner fabric is an ultra-soft and smooth anti-pill microfleece.
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Everyday Storage: Two zippered lower hand pockets keep your essentials close and your hands warm.
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Durable Seams: Flatlock stitching (3-needle, 5-thread) ensures flexible, comfortable seams built for long-lasting wear.
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Comfortable Collar: A stand-up collar in matching shell fabric adds warmth and structure.
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Unique Branding: Finished with a semi-circle silicone woven label on the left sleeve for a distinctive Northern Sun touch.
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Polished Details: Elastic binding with the Northern Sun logo at the hem, cuffs, and front placket completes the look.
Temperature Rating
Comfortable from +15°C to -5°C. (Rated to -25°C when layered with the Chinook Shell)
Manufacturing
Designed in Canada. Ethically made in China.
Product Care
Machine wash cold. Tumble dry. For best results, follow the care label.
*exact colour may vary depending on lighting
