Altra - Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Low 2

Check out the Altra King Mountain. The one with the Velcro strap. It's slimmer padding than the lone peak I used to run in and it's way more durable. Also the grip in mud or wet conditions is far superior to Lone Peak. I hope they keep this model around for longer. They got rid of it for a short time. Might have to buy a backup pair while I still can.

Altra LP's are quick-drying. My problem with them is that while they're super comfy have a pretty shallow footbed, my feet/ankles would ache after a long day on rough terrain, backpacking with about 35lbs. I've since switched to Hoka Speedgoats and all that is a distant memory. Super cushy, excellent grip with the Vibrams, and they're okay at drying out, though not as good as the LPs. No, they won't last forever but the payback in end-of-the-day comfort is huge to me.

Also we don’t know if they wear the shoes only on the trails vs also around town on pavement. This looks like more than 150 miles unless the rocks in Utah are really hard on shoes? I have a dedicated trail pair of lone peaks 6 shoes that I’ve worn for 300 miles and don’t look this bad. I also run on more dirt trails so maybe why.

I also enjoy a minimalist shoe in my day to day life! I personally hiked the JMT (and every other trail) in Altra Lone Peaks. They have a wide toe box and zero-drop, and combined with toe socks my feet felt great. I brought my Xero sandals for water crossings and at camp. Altras were super popular on trail. People were certainly out there in more minimal shoes, but I like to err on the side of cushion for multi-day hikes. The JMT can be very rocky and the descents are long, so that’s another consideration.

Puh, I have about 7-9 shoes in use I guess. Mainly because I buy those ones which work well for me when they are in sales. 3x Kjerag, one only for races, the other for daily trail runs. But I rotate with two / three other trail running shoes (altra lone peak, Hoka Zinal 2, Norda 002). But some of them will be retired soon. Road Shoes I have just two, but they are also soon before retirement ??. I know it is too much at the end. But I use all of them from time to time and only retire them if they are really really down. One of the Kjerag has more than 800km yet and still works quite good

I prefer the Lone Peaks. Big toe box which I like, but it’s a zero-drop shoe so if you’re not used to that it can take some time to adjust. You probably just need to go try them on and see which you like best on your feet.

I feel like altras get a ton of hate. I’m on my second pair of lone peaks my old ones started wearing down faster than I thought they should but they are still my mowing shoes and are holding up alright. My new LP8+ with the vibram though I feel like are holding up great. I’m not a massive mileage guy I feel they’ve held up better than either of the ons I’ve owned.

Hello follow 818er. I use Altra Lone Peaks year around. They drain well and in my opinion, have superior traction. If I absolutely need waterproof, then I use Merrell Moab. 99% of the time I’m using my Lone Peaks though. Even in the snow.

I’m going to second the Altra Lone Peaks. So good. The only thing I HATE the color choices. ???????

i also rec Altra Lone Peaks. they're trail running shoes, but i own several pairs as i find them to be comfy for walking around cities as well. some of the models look fine w/ casual outfits (tho i'm a slob so ymmv)

I have had a few trail running shoes. Xodus Ultra, Lone Peak, Terrex Agravic Speed, and now Speedgoats. They are all so different. Road shoes seem to be convalescing around some common principles related to uppers and midsoles, but trail shoes are still all over the place. I like a good heel counter in a trail shoe. Right now my favorites are my Speedgoat 5s. They were half the price of the Speedgoat 6 and they are really comfortable.

I haven't been properly fitted or anytime ( I should probably do that), but I love my Altra Lone Peaks.I know some people have had durability / quality issues with Altra recently, but I love them. They are 0 drop, so something to keep in mind if you go that route.

The Altra Lone Peaks have zero drop, which can take some getting used to. I used them for a few years and found that pairing them with Superfeet insoles helped the comfort level.

I think you can grt some deals such as old versions, off colors and get good prices on trail runners… there’s probably not a new model at full price for under 100 that would be trustworthy lol shop deals, rei resupply, backcountry etc to find solid options like the lone peaks or saucony peregrines i like alot and usually can find good prices… got a pair on amazon for 50 bucks that was the 13s which r their best year haha

I have flinstone feet, and I love my altra lone peaks!

Just got back from 3 day 35 mile backpacking trip in big bear wearing Altra Lone Peaks (which are zero drop - I don’t have any special insoles) When I first switched from Solomon boots I was in heaven - sooooo much lighter. I had no blisters, hotspots etc - the extra wide (and a bit odd) toe box is roomy in a good way - I wear either darn tough or smart wool hiking socks with them. Even with zero drop and no added support, I did not experience any muscle or joint issues (carrying around 30-35 pounds). Many folks in the group (it was a pretty big highlander event) had switched to Topo’s mostly due to durability issues with the Altras. Many reported not being able to get 500 miles out of a pair, which seemed like a bright line for them. I’ve had my Lone Peaks for a couple of years - did a few backpacking trips of varying lengths and hike many times per week usually 5-10 miles in canyons. So far they are holding up. One other possible issue: when Darwin on the Trail switched from lone peaks to topos, he cited durability issues (and quality issues) but he also talked about them being “awkward” due to tie box shape, and I found this to be true. Somehow they seem to find lots of rocks etc to trip over in weird ways that feel to me like they are related to the shape. I mean maybe I would have found that rock anyway ?? But I found when I talked to folks who had tripped up on a rock fall segment, I’d look down and they had on lone peaks. Anecdotal clearly, but did line up with my experience. Also I found I felt almost any rock I stepped on, and clearly a heavier boot would be more protection and comfort in that terrain. One person in my group wore trail runners with a carbon fiber sole insert - but I didn’t catch the brand or model. I decided to keep my Altras as they are holding up just fine, but I may at some point look at Topos or ?? Hope that helps

Same; trailrunners 98% of the time unless I'm snowshoeing or on super wet/muddy/slushy conditions, of if I'm going to do a lot of side-hilling over loose scree where my feet/ankles/lower legs might be imperiled by moving ground/rocks. I just did 25 miles last week over granite, roots, rocks, dirt, and very happy with trailrunners (HOKA Speedgoats) w/ ankle gaiters to keep debris out. I was carrying a 30lb backpack. Sure, the trailrunners will wear out faster than boots, but my feet were completely pain, ache, and blister-free. That said, I used to hike in Altra Lone Peaks, and while they were super comfy and airy, at the end of the day, my feet/ankles ached badly. Once I switched to HOKAs, all that disappeared immediately. My first time ever wearing Speedgoats, I did 26 mile r/t backpacking trip and my feet were completely fine. Anecdotally, the only time I've significantly sprained my ankle was when I was wearing full, over-ankle leather boots (Vasque St. Elias). Just hit a rock wrong and my ankle went full over. I've done the same (hitting a rock) in trailrunners countless times, but their lower profile (lower heel/rise) means I had a lower fulcrum and could easily recover. I also think that with boots, you can become overconfident with how you're bombing down rugged terrain and while most of the time, it's okay, but if you start to turn an ankle, you're going to go way over and cause more damage than if you were going more carefully as you would need to with trailrunners. Again, that's my anecdote.

Just tried the lone peaks ND the heel slips or when I do a runners lace it feels like it's going to rip my heel off be the end of the round. Also just slippery in general. I don't hate them but I can't seem to find a perfect fit.