The North Face Summit Vectiv Pro
The North Face · Trail · Trail Racing
Overall Score: 86/100 based on 4 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 287 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: 6 mm
- Carbon Plate: Yes
- Midsole Foam: VECTIV Foam
- Official Retail MSRP: $250 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
- VECTIV Foam midsole delivering responsive energy return
- Exceptional uphill climbing efficiency
- Dependable SurfaceCTRL outsole traction
Cons & Trade-offs
- Requires an active stride to fully load the plate
- Premium retail price point ($250)
- Premium retail price point ($250)
- Plate stiffness requires an adaptation period
Expert Review Sources
- RoadTrailRun : 91.5 / 100 — « Across our trail racing testing on trail, the The North Face Summit Vectiv Pro pairs a fluid forefoot roll with leg-saving VECTIV Foam cushioning (287 g). A smart choice for runners looking for a 6 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
- RunRepeat : 89.6 / 100 — « Pairing The North Face's VECTIV Foam platform with a 6 mm drop, the Summit Vectiv Pro strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (287 g, a 6 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail racing training. »
- Runagora : 80.5 / 100 — « Pairing The North Face's VECTIV Foam platform with a 6 mm drop, the Summit Vectiv Pro impresses in real-world trail testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail racing training. »
- Journal du Trail / Trail Session : 77.2 / 100 — « Pairing The North Face's VECTIV Foam platform with a 6 mm drop, the Summit Vectiv Pro inspires confidence across technical trails and wet rock thanks to its biting outsole and VECTIV Foam protection (287 g). A smart choice for runners looking for a 6 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
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