# Spring-Ready Equipment Collections La Sportiva Boasts New Hiking Backpacks and Running Vests By Kalin Ned | Published 2026-07-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/running-vests References: [outdoorindustry.org](https://outdoorindustry.org/press-release/la-sportiva-introduces-new-trail-running-vests-and-hiking-backpacks-for-spring-2027/)  La Sportiva has unveiled its Spring 2027 equipment collection. As part of this venture, the company is introducing a new range of trail running vests, hiking backpacks, and alpine packs. Key products in the La Sportiva Spring 2027 equipment collection include the Aeris 6 and Aeris 12 Trail Vests, the Aeris 26 and Aeris 34 Backpacks, the Challenger 18 alpine pack, alongside the Aeris 2 Trail Belt and Aeris Poles Quiver as accessory additions. The Aeris vests are designed with breathable, close-to-body storage systems that keep hydration, nutrition, and small essentials readily accessible, with the six-litre model weighing 240 grams and intended for shorter outings, while the 12-litre version at 149 grams accommodates longer ultra-distance efforts and alpine objectives requiring more gear. The Challenger 18, on the other hand, is constructed from Challenge Ultra TX50 Sailcloth and UHMWPE-reinforced nylon. The larger Aeris 26 and 34 backpacks, made from recycled high-tenacity nylon, incorporate running-inspired shoulder harnesses, thermoformed back support, and expandable roll-top construction. Image Credit: La Sportiva ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 9.1/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 86% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid Trail Carry:** Running-vest ergonomics are reshaping hiking and alpine packs, creating openings for gear systems that merge speed, stability, and storage across multiple outdoor use cases. - **Ultralight Performance Materials:** Advanced fabrics such as sailcloth and UHMWPE-reinforced nylon signal potential for lighter, tougher equipment that supports endurance athletes in more technical environments. - **Modular Outdoor Accessories:** Add-ons like trail belts and pole quivers reflect growing demand for customizable carry ecosystems that let users adapt compact gear setups to changing terrain and trip length. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Recreation:** The expansion of specialized trail and alpine equipment highlights a market shift toward technical products that serve both casual hikers and high-performance mountain users. - **Sporting Goods:** Premium equipment collections with differentiated pack volumes and materials offer retailers new ways to segment consumers by activity intensity, distance, and performance needs. - **Sustainable Textiles:** Recycled high-tenacity nylon in performance backpacks points to opportunities for durable low-impact materials that meet both environmental expectations and technical standards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring Trail Running Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-trail-running-collection.md) - [Technical Hiking Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiking-patrol-x-mammut.md) - [Contemporary Mountain Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-apparel-collection.md) - [Packable Featherlight Hiking Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-performance-light-hike.md) - [Outdoor Lifestyle-Focused Gear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gear-and-apparel.md) - [Adaptive Outdoor Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-latitude.md) - [Minimalist Adventurer Gear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haglfs-lim-series.md) - [Hiking-Ready Summer Apparel Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackstraps.md) - [Summer-Ready High-Performance Climbing Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/climb-collection.md)