Altra - Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Mid 2
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Spacious toe box, but cushioning and durability are polarizing.
- Roomy toe box design
- Inconsistent cushioning
- Durability concerns
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Altra lone peak’s mostly but outside of rattlesnake country/going very UL late summer, … I’ll switch to bedrock sandals.
r/Ultralight • What shoes are you using??? ->I hike mostly in the Pyrenees. The model I use is the Lone Peak
r/hiking • Best Altra Shoe for Hiking ->I've put over 2000 miles into a couple pairs of Altra runners. I have boots I use for more rugged adventures with lots of ankle rolling risks, but for 90% of trails, runners are too comfortable and light to not wear.
r/hiking • Can trail runners really be used for hiking ->I wear the Lone Peak mids and I LOVE them. Most comfortable shoes ever. I’ve tried so many hiking shoes/boots that I can’t even count. Seriously…it’s a ridiculous amount lol and the LPs are still my fav (I’m on my 4th pair I think and will be buying another for the new hiking season). I tried the Olympus and they were WAY too thick for me. I don’t like that there is zero ground feel and they felt huge on my feet.
r/Ultralight →yea im selling a pair of lone peak mids size 11 for the same reason. i dont got time to change my feet and i ski and ice skate so am used to jamming my foot into molded boot. hmu if there's interest
r/hiking →Altra will "train your feet". Just ease into them if you can. They'll make barely any difference if you are a forefoot striker. If you strike with the heel, check out cascadia 19s in the 2E and then if you can afford it rotate with the Altra Lone Peaks or Olympus 275 (make sure if the "Original" shape).
r/trailrunning • Trail running shoes for wide and flat feet ->I am not really a "hiker", but I am a package delivery guy. I cover 8 to 10 miles per day of various terrain, stairs, mud, rain and the 3 steps in my truck up and down 120 times a day. I am hard on shoes. I use trail runners in decent weather (currently Altra Wild Peaks), light hiking boots (Keen Targhee), and insulated boots in the winter. (Keen Polar). My wife disapprove of my shoe fetish, but I need a variety to keep my feet happy. Trail runners eliminate the seam rubbing on my ankle bone, so they are more comfortable out of the box. My answer is "all of the above".
r/hikinggear →I've found you'll get a lot of reflexive hostility to any mention of ankle support, well-meaning folks telling you to just build up ankle strength; they don't seem equipped to relate to what our bodies need, earnestly giving the best advice- for themselves. I put my foot in a hidden hole a few month back, and that ankle appreciates a bit of support as I recover. A \~3" wide wrap over the sock has helped quite a bit- three times around the ankle, once under the foot, then a few more times around the ankle, with the velcro end placed where the shoe will help hold it in place. I have flat feet, and am highly intolerant of any significant arch, as such very quickly become a big stone in the middle of the shoe. Looking for a low to no arch shoe that was light enough for trail running while still providing some ankle support, I was drawn to the Altra Lone Peak 2 All-Weather Mid at REI, spent a half hour running around the store. Problem is, the sole at the toe tappers significantly, and the sole itself is rather flexible; these features can be good things independently, but not together for me with this shoe; placing the toe when running, the ground feel is great at the moment of contact- but because of the sole flexibility, as the stride brings the forward mid sole into contact, the toe portion is also still in contact with the earth, and, because of the tapper, the shoe is bent into a defacto arch! I really liked the shoe- the toe box was wide, the heal and mid section hugged my foot just right -but my toes quickly cramped as they were constantly reaching over this lump that appeared on every stride! If you aren't so afflicted, I'd give the shoe a try, if you can find it; the fit and weight (lighter) differs from the A LP 9 waterproof Mid commonly stocked (you might try that shoe too, but I didn't find it as amenable for running). For me, the answer came from Xero shoes. My REI doesn't carry variations of the mid trail "Scrambler" that would offer the level of ankle support I'm seeking -but they do carry some other Xero trail running shoes so that you can get an impression of fit. Xeros are minimalist/barefoot shoes, flat soled with zero drop; as others have noted, zero drop shoes and minimalist shoes may require adaptation for healthy use; for me, they are just better for the way my body works. Regarding the ankle, there is some correlation between the thickness of the platform and a propensity for rolling. Folks commonly remark on Xeros having a narrow fit, so I was concerned this would be a deal killer with my relatively wide size 11US feet; slipping on the Prio running shoe my REI had in stock, I was instantly delighted and put at ease- flexible enough that laces made for a close fit without being overly constrained. Re-assured, I ordered a pair of Xero Scrambler II's from the REI outlet, discounted for the holiday, then dropped the membership 20% off on top of the Black Friday price. Just got 'em in the mail yesterday, pleased by the fit. If you do some research on this shoe, you'll find there are several variations in sole, with differences in stiffness and resistance to wear; the model I selected isn't suitable for roads, which will eat it up. If you don't plan on completely submerging your shoe, the waterproof model has a fantastic price right now, has been well regarded, and reported to really keep feet dry; I periodically run in flooding with water above the ankle, so opted for breathability instead. Incredibly, my scale puts these boots at \~1.5 lbs- for the pair; by contrast, the Asics Gel Venture 10 trail running shoes I've been wearing weigh in at \~1.6 lbs! Let us know what you end up with, and how you arrive at that destination.
r/trailrunning →I wear barefoot shoes all the time, and really only switch to something more sturdy when going out deep in the backcountry or during the winter when I want more ankle support. When I switch to more regular shoes, I quickly develop knee pain and have problems balancing. The extra sensation and flexiblity helps me quite a bit to the point that regular shoes feel really clunky, especially when I need to watch where I place my feet. I think I'm used to being able to use the muscles in my feet for walking and running, and quirks with my gait ar exaggerated by the more common shoe design. Lone Peaks are a great compromise between minimalism and protection. Their wide toe box and light weight are probably a bit part of it, but I attribute it mostly to the more flexible sole and zero drop. In short, they work for me when quite a few other options don't. I think Lone Peaks are the first non-barefoot shoes I've bought in years that I haven't immediately returned after wearing around the house for a few hours. I'd honestly love more options with a similar fit.
r/Ultralight →I ran through six pairs of Lone Peaks, they rocked for traction but usually exploded around 300 miles. After 10yrs of Altras I switched to Mafates and immediately stopped rolling my ankles, had near-complete resolution of my bilateral anterior tibialis pain, and the shoes easily last 100-200 miles longer. Mafates all the way if no other reason than durability
r/trailrunning • Hoka Mafate Speed 4 versus Altra Lone Peak 9 (or 9+) ->I was an Altra fanboy for years, but their quality is just plain awful. Every pair I’ve owned in the last several years, be it road or trial shoes (including multiple pairs of LPs) has had the sides blown out of them well before shoes should start to fail. I’ve switched to Topo trail shoes and so far they’ve held up much, much better.
r/trailrunning • What’s the best trail running shoe you’ve ever owned and why? ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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Go to REI and let them Guide you. I ended up with Altra trail runners. They’re great
r/hiking • What are some GOOD quality hiking shoes ->I use Altra Lone Peak all-weather boots (they’re ankle height) for winter hiking in Colorado. Some reviews say they’re not very waterproofed, but I never had an issue with them getting wet, and you can buy the spray to waterproof them extra if you’re worried (I bought it but didn’t end up needing to use it). Paired with warm, thick hiking socks, my feet stay cozy in them!
r/barefootshoestalk • Love Barefoot, Hate Frostbite- Wide Feet, Cold Mountains, No Options?! ->personally, altra lone peaks for only trail and olympus 5s when mixed (on pavement for part of the run). altra customer for life!
r/trailrunning • What’s the best trail running shoe you’ve ever owned and why? ->I’m hypermobile with bonus ankle instability due to peripheral neuropathy. I hike in Alta Lone Peaks, a zero-drop trail runner. It was a natural and easy transition for me, and I don’t roll my ankles any more often or severely than I did before. But I also work my feet, ankles, tibs and balance a lot. And, I started using a single trekking pole on sketchy terrain. Maybe start doing those exercises you mentioned and then intro the trail runners on chill terrain and see what happens?
r/Ultralight • View on Reddit →I use Altra trail runners when traveling because they are light and comfortable and can double as normal shoes in a pinch, but for normal hiking close to home I stick to boots. Trail runners wear out too easy and are too expensive for the amount of hiking I do.
r/hiking • View on Reddit →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
r/hikinggear • View on Reddit →Altra Lone Peak!!! I hike all over rocky mtn high elevation scree fields, boulders, rock trails & total mud snow and or ice. Also hike deserts. 1 pair will not cover frigid wet & desert dry. They have different weather condition types. Seriously I put on Altra 6 years ago and have never gone back.
r/hiking • View on Reddit →Start with Altra Lone Peak and make sure there is extra room in front of toes - you need that when descending. Go to store with good amount of trail running shoe options and try a bunch.
r/PNWhiking • View on Reddit →I’m going to second the Altra Lone Peaks. So good. The only thing I HATE the color choices. ???????
r/hiking • View on Reddit →I have flinstone feet, and I love my altra lone peaks!
r/hikinggear • View on Reddit →I ordered a half size bigger in the king mountains than I had of the altra lone peaks. That was the right move for me.
r/barefootshoestalk • View on Reddit →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.
r/barefootshoestalk • View on Reddit →Be aware that the timps have a different foot shape. Took me too long to figure out why they didn’t fit like the lone peaks.
r/JMT • View on Reddit →I was an Altra fanboy for years, but their quality is just plain awful. Every pair I’ve owned in the last several years, be it road or trial shoes (including multiple pairs of LPs) has had the sides blown out of them well before shoes should start to fail. I’ve switched to Topo trail shoes and so far they’ve held up much, much better.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →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.
r/hikinggear • View on Reddit →I wear Altra Lone Peaks. I don't play super often, but they've held up well for me
r/discgolf • View on Reddit →I’m in the process now. I have always hiked in Altra Lone Peaks for years but running in them is VERY different because my road shoe is super cushy Nike Vomero—the opposite kind of shoe. I’m to continue adding a little more distance running in the LP for a couple more weeks, or change maybe to Hoka Challenger 8 for trail running.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Ah copy that. Yeah the lone peaks or some Topos might be a better choice for more cushion but still zero drop. Sending healing energy your way!
r/barefootshoestalk • View on Reddit →Waterproof Altra Lone Peak is my vote. The adidas are nice but a little tight to be comfortable for anything over 18 holes. Plus, I just love my Altra’s.
r/discgolf • View on Reddit →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
r/backpacking • View on Reddit →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.
r/AskRunningShoeGeeks • View on Reddit →I’m a huge fan of Altra lone peak trail-runners. Light, durable, all-terrain shoes with a perfectly wide toe box Best
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Altra lone peak are my everything outdoors shoe
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →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
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →I can't go back to anything else after wearing altra lone peaks
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →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.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Have you tried the regular lone peak? It's already pretty wide.
r/Ultramarathon • View on Reddit →Altra lone peaks are my favorite shoe. Mine last a season or two, but my buddy blows through them cause he toe drags. If you toe drag, then they may not be for you.
r/discgolf • View on Reddit →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.
r/WildernessBackpacking • View on Reddit →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.
r/discgolf • View on Reddit →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.
r/socalhiking • View on Reddit →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.
r/backpacking • View on Reddit →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)
r/digitalnomad • View on Reddit →So from personal experience, it’s most likely the zero drop. I only hike in zero drops (Topo Pursuits), almost every shoe I own is zero drop, with the exception of my runners. All of them, whether trail or road running are around 5mm drop. I tried to run in both the Pursuits and the Lone Peaks and I get the same issue as you.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Been prettt happy with the Altra Lone Peaks. They are pricey, but I finally just gave up trying to find cheap shoes that fit my foot. Most wide shoes are wider on the big toe side, but I need wider on the little toe side. First shoes Ive had in a long time that actually fit right.
r/discgolf • View on Reddit →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.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →I have some Merrill moab 3 that have really held up to tee pads. I also have some altra lone peaks that have worked well. A bit of shoe goo boot and glove on the toe helps too as I tend to drag a bit. That being said, be careful of anything too grippy, just ask my right knee why, lol
r/discgolf • View on Reddit →Yes, they are. I pointed at this model specifically because you mentioned wide feet, but trail runners of this kind are generally quite good for rocky / steep trails.
r/PNWhiking • View on Reddit →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.
r/JMT • View on Reddit →I've done some really long dayhikes this summer with the Altra Lone Peak and they were comfortable the whole way through. They also handled class 3 and 4 scrambling, loose scree, and moraines just fine. As a guy with big ass paddle feet I appreciated the wide toebox, too
r/Mountaineering • View on Reddit →Varies person to person. I like altra lone peaks. I an tempted to try the new mount to coast t1’s ive been seeing advertised online for a little more support for the long runs.
r/ultrarunning • View on Reddit →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.
r/WildernessBackpacking • View on Reddit →