Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Engineered for agility and precision on technical terrain, the women's The North Face Summit Series VECTIV Sky trail-running shoes are lightweight, durable and ready to take on the toughest trails.
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View the The North Face Summit Series Product LineView all The North Face Women's Trail-Running ShoesBest Use | Trail Running |
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Trail-Running Shoe Type | Rugged-Trail |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Moderate Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 4 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 21 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 17 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | TPU mesh forefoot/riptstop rear quarter |
Midsole | VECTIV 2.0 |
Outsole | SURFACE CTRL rubber |
Rock Plate | Yes |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 0.2 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | |
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U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 |
UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
EU | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.6 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 |
Foot Length (in.) | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 11 | 11.3 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The neon green and purple shoes are incredibly eye catching. However, even with my thinnest socks, redoing the textured laces, the shoe is very narrow and hurts the top of my foot and pinky toes when running. I wish these were a little wider. I've washed them, worn them for a long period of time, and they don't seem to get more comfortable. I have one arch higher than the other. I wear them because I paid a lot for them.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love these shoes! They fit perfectly- the heel cup is snug and secure and the toe box is roomie enough that my toes aren't squished, but not so roomie that I'm slipping around in the shoe. The carbon plate provides a noticeable spring to each side.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have had a lot of foot issues from stress fractures, tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis. I have done PT and strengthening exercises etc. Ive tried and spent a lot of money on shoes over the years. These shoes have been a game changer for me. I have just retired a pair with just under 500 miles on them and have another 100 on the replacement pair I purchased. I have another brand new pair on deck for when those hit their miles. While I like wider toe box shoes like altras, these are slim while still offering enough room for my toes to spread naturally. The heel is very secure and the lacing type and slight offset of loops also assists in security. The shoe dries incredibly fast and is very light. The carbon plate is springy and they run TTS. I do wish it had slightly bigger lugs because they aren't grippy as other trail shoes IMO but that is the only negative I have regarding this entire shoe.
Amazing walking shoe or HITT workout shoe. This shoe feels like it boosts me forward. You cannot see in photos but the toe is a little see-through and you can see my socks. Very comfortable!!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Awesome ride in these. Really light but still enough shoe to run pretty much anything in. Much more comfortable than my earlier North Face shoes from a couple years ago. Love!
Super cute and rocker bottom, which I love. Probably best for summer with the mess, but happy with my purchase and the fit. I did size up 1/2 size.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The product is not as good as expected. Summit series are expensive but when I first tried, my feet moved. Not stable.it was very uncomfortable.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Color is brighter in person and really pretty. Photo does not do the shoes justice. Run a little snugs.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have worn these hiking and I absolutely love them. Great grip and very comfortable.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Best walking shoes I have found. Great traction too!