Designed for avid hikers seeking speed and protection on the trails, The North Face Vectiv Fastpack Futurelight Hiking Shoes offer a winning combination of lightweight design, waterproof breathability, and aggressive traction. These shoes excel at propelling you forward over varied terrain, ensuring dry feet and stable footing. While highly functional, achieving the optimal custom fit may require careful attention to the specialized lacing system.
FUTURELIGHT™ Membrane: A breathable, waterproof barrier that keeps your feet dry without sacrificing ventilation, crucial for comfort during long hikes.
OrthoLite® Footbed: Provides superior moisture control and cushioning, ensuring comfort and hygiene throughout your adventure.
Surface Control™ Rubber Outsoles: Engineered for exceptional grip and stability, particularly effective on challenging surfaces like slabby ground and scree-covered rock.
Rocker Midsole Geometry: An innovative design that promotes forward momentum, efficiently propelling you with each step and reducing fatigue over long distances.
Double Row of Perforated Eyelets: Allows for highly customizable and finely coordinated lacing, enabling you to achieve a precise and secure fit tailored to your foot.
Single Density EVA Midsole: Offers lightweight and responsive cushioning, absorbing impact and contributing to the shoe's overall agility.
Single-Density 3D TPU Plate: Positioned under the forefoot, this plate provides multi-directional stability, enhancing your confidence on uneven and technical trails.
Lightweight Agility: Designed to be as light as a feather, reducing fatigue and allowing for faster movement on trails.
Reliable Waterproofing: FUTURELIGHT™ membrane ensures feet remain dry in wet conditions.
Exceptional Traction: Surface Control™ rubber outsoles provide confident grip on diverse and challenging surfaces.
Efficient Propulsion: Rocker midsole geometry helps conserve energy and maintain momentum, especially on ascents and descents.
Comfort and Moisture Management: OrthoLite® footbed enhances cushioning and actively controls moisture for prolonged comfort.
Enhanced Stability: 3D TPU plate delivers crucial multi-directional stability on technical terrain.
Lacing Complexity: The double row of eyelets, while offering precise fit, may require more time and effort to achieve optimal lacing compared to simpler systems.
Specific Terrain Optimization: While versatile, their design is particularly geared towards 'slab-ground and scree-covered rock,' potentially making them less ideal for extremely muddy or boggy environments.
Breathability Limits: As a waterproof shoe, it may feel warmer than non-waterproof trail shoes in hot and dry climates, despite its breathable membrane.
Lightweight Agility: Designed to be as light as a feather, reducing fatigue and allowing for faster movement on trails.
Reliable Waterproofing: FUTURELIGHT™ membrane ensures feet remain dry in wet conditions.
Exceptional Traction: Surface Control™ rubber outsoles provide confident grip on diverse and challenging surfaces.
Efficient Propulsion: Rocker midsole geometry helps conserve energy and maintain momentum, especially on ascents and descents.
Comfort and Moisture Management: OrthoLite® footbed enhances cushioning and actively controls moisture for prolonged comfort.
Enhanced Stability: 3D TPU plate delivers crucial multi-directional stability on technical terrain.
Lacing Complexity: The double row of eyelets, while offering precise fit, may require more time and effort to achieve optimal lacing compared to simpler systems.
Specific Terrain Optimization: While versatile, their design is particularly geared towards 'slab-ground and scree-covered rock,' potentially making them less ideal for extremely muddy or boggy environments.
Breathability Limits: As a waterproof shoe, it may feel warmer than non-waterproof trail shoes in hot and dry climates, despite its breathable membrane.
The North Face Vectiv Fastpack Futurelight Hiking Shoes are engineered for hikers who value speed, efficiency, and protection. Their lightweight construction means less effort per stride, making them ideal for long-distance fastpacking or day hikes where agility is key. The FUTURELIGHT™ membrane offers peace of mind when unexpected rain hits or you encounter damp trails, ensuring your feet stay dry without feeling clammy, thanks to its breathability.
On challenging terrain, the Surface Control™ rubber outsoles truly shine. Imagine traversing slick rock slabs or navigating loose scree fields; these outsoles provide the necessary grip to maintain stability and prevent slips. The rocker midsole geometry is a game-changer for maintaining momentum; it's like having a slight push forward with every step, making long stretches or gradual inclines feel less taxing. This feature works synergistically with the 3D TPU plate which enhances stability, allowing you to confidently place your feet on uneven ground without concern for twisting or instability.
Whether you're tackling a quick trail run on technical singletrack or embarking on a multi-day fastpacking adventure, these shoes are designed to keep you moving comfortably and efficiently. The OrthoLite® footbed ensures sustained comfort by managing moisture and providing ample cushioning, allowing you to focus on the trail ahead.
Your Vectiv Fastpack Futurelight shoes are ready to wear out of the box. However, taking the time to properly adjust the double row of perforated eyelets is crucial for optimal comfort and performance. Experiment with different lacing tensions across the forefoot and ankle to find a secure yet comfortable fit that prevents heel slippage and toe banging.
These hiking shoes are designed for adult male hikers (for this specific variant) seeking lightweight, protective footwear for varied trail conditions. They are well-suited for fastpacking, day hikes, and multi-day treks on terrain ranging from paved paths to technical rocky and scree-covered trails. While the series offers variants for both genders, this particular model is sized for male feet.
To maximize the lifespan and performance of your shoes:
Cleaning: After each use, especially after muddy or dusty trails, brush off loose dirt. For deeper cleaning, use a soft brush or cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap. Avoid harsh detergents.
Drying: Allow shoes to air dry naturally at room temperature. Remove the insoles to speed up drying and prevent odors. Avoid direct heat sources like radiators or direct sunlight, as this can damage materials.
Storage: Store your shoes in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight.
Waterproofing: While equipped with a FUTURELIGHT™ membrane, periodic reapplication of a durable water repellent (DWR) spray can help maintain the outer fabric's water-shedding properties, especially after extensive use or washing. > Info needed: [Specific recommendations for DWR products or cleaning agents from The North Face].