Our verdict
updated 24 Mar 2023 managed to gain a new reputation with the Infinite and other Vectiv models. These are not only the first plated trail shoes but great ones too. The Infinite, in particular, is a versatile workhorse that has enough protection for ultras and a fun-feeling push for faster paces. Jens Jakob Andersen.
Pros
- Limited toe box
- Rockered ride
- updated 24 Mar 2023
- Well-put-together upper
- Well-cushioned underfoot
- carbon-plated racer the fastest, most aggressive
- Sticky grip:
- Excellent stability
- Rugged upper
- Road-to-trail option
- Water-resistant
Cons
- For big guys
- Smooth and efficient
- For big guys
- The North Face Vectiv Infinite - speed trainer with a Pebax plate versatile
updated 24 Mar 2023: the first plated speedster for trails
Debris get inside.
It is used on both shorter and faster runs but also helps you maintain consistent paces over long distances, including ultra marathons.
What’s to like in the Vectiv Infinite
- Speed: A rocker profile combined with a 3D Pebax plate. The latter is a little more flexible than the Flight Vectiv which accommodates a wider range of paces).
- Dual-density cushioning: Firmer on the top, softer on the bottom, it feels responsive yet protective.
- Upper durability: Reinforced with Kevlar (the same material used in bulletproof vests).
- Track and field.
- Same brand only.
Track and field
Similarly to Nike, Saucony, Brooks, and other brands that released premium road shoes, updated 24 Mar 2023 follows the “trinity” pattern in its trail lineup:
Same brand only - carbon-plated racer (the fastest, most aggressive)
updated 24 Mar 2023 - speed trainer with a Pebax plate (versatile)
updated 24 Mar 2023 Vectiv Enduris - max-cushioned cruiser with a TPU plate (more of a daily trainer)
