Those who succumb to the lure of the trail need to overcome the demands of nature; from the distance to the darkness. Adaptability is vital for any trail runner. Years of athlete-validated innovation synthesised into Flora Alpina, ready to break new ground at the world’s toughest ultra marathons.
Over millennia, alpine flowers have evolved to survive at higher elevations by developing ingenious adaptations to cope with extreme conditions. Now, they provide the inspiration from the inside out for the Summit Series Trail Running kit.
This season Flora Alpina takes The North Face’s renowned technical innovations from years of athlete testing and validation to empower trail runners to not just withstand the elements, but to thrive in them. Tried and tested, podium proven, and industry-leading technology – the collection is centred around the Summit VECTIV™ Pro 3. Designed with elite athletes, it’s built around the third generation of VECTIV™ footwear technology, which pairs a dual-stacked carbon-fibre plate system with ultralight, nitrogen-infused DREAM foam to push the pace like never before.
Head to toe looks are packed with technology for the those that want to be on the trail from morning to right on through the night, pushing boundaries and reaching new limits.
SUMMIT SUPERIOR FUTURELIGHT JACKET – MSRP $320
220 grams, 100% waterproof, 40k+ breathability, 360° reflectivity
Breathable-waterproof, ultralight protection designed to help keep you dry even in the toughest conditions.
The staple piece is completed with a slim fit, breathable-waterproof, seam-sealed FUTURELIGHTTM 3L shell and an adjustable hood with a drawcord. For complete protection and convenience, there is also an exposed, water-resistant, full-length centre front zip with a chin zip guard and internal pocket doubles as a stow pocket and has a hand strap for easy carrying.
SUMMIT VECTIV PRO 3 – MSRP $250
294 grams, 32mm stack, 33mm toe spring, 360° stability, 3.5mm lugs
Designed with a dual-stacked carbon fibre plate system and ultralight, nitrogen-infused DREAM foam to push the pace like never before, VECTIV 3.0 comes with two layers of ultralight, nitrogen-infused DREAM foam to keep things soft when the race gets hard. There is also enhanced stability with a durable SURFACE CTRL™ rubber outsole with 3.5mm lugs to help you stay secure on loose terrain.
SUMMIT RUN VEST 10L – MSRP $159
10 Litre capacity, 2x 500ml bottles, tuneable fit, pole sleeve compatibility
Optimised for racing, the Summit Run Vest 10L offers considered storage for your jacket, soft flasks, nutrition, trekking poles and more in a stabilised design that reduces bounce. With optimised space, a stable fit and quick-drying fabrics, the Summit Run Vest 10 is key for lightweight storage for long-distance running.
ABOUT THE NORTH FACE®
The North Face, a division of VF Outdoor, LLC, was founded in 1966 with the goal of preparing outdoor athletes for the rigors of their next adventure. Today we are the world’s leading outdoor brand, creating athlete-tested, expedition-proven products that help people explore and test the limits of human potential. We protect our outdoor playgrounds and minimize our impact on the planet through programs that encourage sustainability.
