# Low-Bulk Trail Jackets The North Face Summit Series FUTURELIGHT Papsura Jacket is Waterproof By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-03-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futurelight-papsura-jacket References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/coats-jackets/the-north-face-summit-series-papsura-futurelight-jacket/) & [thenorthface](https://www.thenorthface.com/en-us/mens/collections/mens-summit-series-climb-c829854/mens-summit-series-futurelight-papsura-jacket-pNF0A84PR?color=56P)  The [North Face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmlyn-baltoro-jacket) Summit Series FUTURELIGHT Papsura Jacket is poised as the brand's [lightest shell-style jacket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-earth-lightweight-field-jacket) yet that's crafted with a range of features and functions to meet the demands of avid explorers. The jacket is crafted with a low-bulk form that's made possible thanks to the FUTURELIGHT 3L fabric that's [waterproof yet breathable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montane-phase) and made using 100% recycled nylon. The jacket is thus great for wear in demanding environments including during climbing to keep the person feeling agile when experiencing inclement conditions. The North Face Summit Series FUTURELIGHT Papsura Jacket weighs in at just 224-grams for the men's version and 200-grams for the women's version to make it s must-have for backpackers. Priced at $400, the jacket is available now and rounded out with harness-compatible pockets as well as a helmet-compatible hood. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 22% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Lightweight Outerwear Revolution:** The North Face Summit Series FUTURELIGHT Papsura Jacket introduces a new era of ultra-light jackets for avid explorers. - **Eco-friendly Performance Fabrics:** The jacket's FUTURELIGHT 3L fabric sets a new standard for waterproof, breathable, and sustainable materials in outdoor apparel. - **Adaptive Outdoor Gear Design:** The jacket's harness-compatible pockets and helmet-compatible hood showcase a trend towards versatile and functional outdoor clothing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Apparel:** The outdoor apparel industry is seeing a shift towards lightweight and sustainable solutions like the North Face Summit Series FUTURELIGHT Papsura Jacket. - **Eco-friendly Textiles:** The eco-friendly textiles sector is ripe for innovation with the adoption of materials like FUTURELIGHT 3L fabric in waterproof and breathable products. - **Outdoor Gear Manufacturing:** The outdoor gear manufacturing industry has an opportunity to embrace adaptable design elements seen in products like the North Face Summit Series FUTURELIGHT Papsura Jacket. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weather-Resistant Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-puff-jacket.md) - [Consciously Designed Climbing Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m10-anorak.md) - [Versatile Weatherproof Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shell-jacket1.md) - [90s-Style Winter Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmlyn-baltoro-jacket.md) - [Space-Age Steel-Strength Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summit-series-advanced-mountain-kit.md) - [Celebratory Mountain-Ready Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-mountain-jacket.md) - [Technical Weatherproof Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khl-the-one-shell.md) - [Weatherproof PFAS-Free Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcteryx-revised-beta.md) - [Ultra-Warm 3D Baffling Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helium-diamond-fuse-jacket.md)