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The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 Race Edition
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Vectiv Enduris 4 Race Edition

A high-stack trail shoe with a nylon TPU propulsion plate and rockered geometry aimed at long-distance training and racing.

$160MSRP
Comparable specifications
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Terrain
trail
Use
trail
Also good for
Daily training, door to trail, race day, ultra distance
Cushion
high
Weight
287g
Drop
6mm
Stack
32/26mm
Lug
4mm
Plate
nylon
Midsole
DREAM nitrogen-TPU midsole
Outsole
SURFACE CTRL rubber outsole
Upper
Engineered dual-warp mesh (57% recycled content)
Widths
standard
Door to trailSmooth trailDaily trainingUltra distanceLong runsRace day
Our read

A plated, rockered trail cruiser for runners who want propulsion over long distances on smooth to moderate terrain; the 4 mm lugs and moderate stack make it a fast day-to-day trainer rather than a technical mountain tool.

Ride

The DREAM nitrogen-TPU midsole paired with the VECTIV 3.0 plate and rocker geometry delivers a propulsive, forward-rolling ride with 32/26 mm of underfoot cushioning.

Fit

Standard width only, with a redesigned upper offering improved heel and midfoot lockdown via integrated tongue wings.

Best for

Long training runs and trail races on smooth or rolling terrain where a plated, cushioned rocker helps keep the pace up.

Avoid if

You run technical, rocky, or very muddy terrain, or need wide widths — the 4 mm lugs and standard-only fit limit grip and versatility.

Sources
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