Clyffe Ultra Shoe

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I’ve been using the Clyffe Ultra on mixed adventures—short hikes, town days, and approaches—and it hits that sweet spot between comfort and capability. The plush midsole surprised me with how soft it feels, and the Vibram XS Trek EVO outsole grips amazingly well. The climbing zone adds control on rock, and the dual pull loops make it super easy to get on and off."

We love how the Clyffe Ultra Shoe from The North Face merges early-2000s trail-running heritage with the modern climbing-inspired DNA of the Clyffe franchise. The premium suede upper sits over breathable spacer mesh for a retro look that still vents well during warm-weather missions, and the dual heel loops make pulling them on before a hike or approach quick and frustration-free.

Durability is dialed with a scratch-rubber mudguard and rand, while the plush midsole and nylon shank combine soft underfoot comfort with the torsional stiffness needed for light scrambling and uneven terrain. The Vibram XS Trek EVO outsole, complete with a climbing-zone toe and 4.5mm lugs, keeps us confident whether we’re smearing on slabby boulders or cruising dirt paths on the way back to the car.