# The North Face trail running 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-north-face-trail-running-2026
> Updated: 2026-08-07T20:00:13.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026, The North Face co‑organized the inaugural Großglockner Ultra‑Trail in Austria, a 110‑km mountain race that drew more than 2,400 runners from 50 nations. The event highlighted top performances by Austrian and Croatian athletes and was supported by local tourism bodies and partner organisations.

Around the same time, German outdoor‑gear maker KIPRUN released a new technical trail‑running shoe aimed at steep Alpine terrain. Within the following week, The North Face announced its own trail‑running footwear, the Offtrail Ultra, featuring a dual‑density DreamBound foam midsole and a protective outsole. The launch positioned the brand’s new shoe alongside other leading 2026 trail‑running models.

Together, these developments show The North Face’s expanding role in the 2026 trail‑running scene, moving from event sponsorship to product innovation.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-07: The North Face Unveils Offtrail Ultra Trail Running Shoe

The North Face launched the Offtrail Ultra trail shoe with dual‑density foam, 5 mm lugs, and a $190 price; editors also named Saucony Peregrine 16 the top 2026 trail shoe.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-north-face-unveils-offtrail-ultra-trail-running-shoe

### 2026-07-27: The North Face Großglockner Ultra‑Trail 2026 Attracts Over 2,400 International Runners

The 2026 The North Face Großglockner Ultra‑Trail attracted over 2,400 runners, with Robert Berger and Miranda Krekovic winning key distances, while German brand KIPRUN unveiled its new Kipclimb Max trail shoe.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-north-face-groglockner-ultratrail-2026-attracts-over-2400-international-runners

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Cite as: The North Face trail running 2026. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/the-north-face-trail-running-2026