Altra - Lone Peak Series
Models:
Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Low
Men's Lone Peak 9+
Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Low 2
Lone Peak 7
Lone Peak 5 Trail Running Shoe
Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Mid 2
Lone Peak 4.5
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Based on 1 year's data from Feb 24, 2026 How it works
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"Almost exclusively run on trail in the mountains and have about the same mileage on mine, and they are doing great!"
"I got 600 miles and 2 course records out of one pair of them. And a couple other pairs survived past the 500 mile mark."
"I just ran and finished the Sedona canyons 125 and did the first 50 miles in my lone peaks and the last 75 miles in the Mont Blanc speeds. No issues."
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"Except for the uncommonly wet mud-fest at Black Mountain many years ago I've never had grip problems."
"great in mud or gravel though"
"Great on the slippery lake rocks on the northshore."
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"after 80+ miles on our last trip, I was the only one without foot problems of any kind."
"I have slightly wider than average feet, and the wide toe box was welcome; there was probably 0.5 to 1" of space of room in the toe box, and I never experienced any toe crushing or pain."
"One reason I bought these was for summer weather, since boots are too hot for me. My feet felt fine here."
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"I did a drying test on both pair last year and found both dry quickly IF you remove the insole when it gets wet or keep them dry and remove them before making a water crossing. ... In the field, I walked through creeks and got my feet totally wet (not on purpose) in November with nighttime lows in the upper 20s. Shoes dried by morning and the insoles were still damp, but dried as I hiked."
"quick-drying shoes ... all the wetness will be wicked away ... When you get to camp, take out the insoles to dry the shoe."
"My shoes thankfully dried out and were never a problem again."
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"I have slightly wider than average feet, and the wide toe box was welcome; there was probably 0.5 to 1" of space of room in the toe box, and I never experienced any toe crushing or pain."
"honestly the only trail runners that fit my super wide feet are wide Altra Lone Peaks."
"Foot-shaped toe box ... super roomy ... Great for comfort and natural splay"
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"I'm currently in a combo of Altra Lone Peaks + ASO braces on both ankles anytime I'm hiking or carrying weight."
"immediately stopped rolling my ankles"
"I prefer to have the tiny extra bit of protection over my ankle bone"
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"LP definitely low cushion, those puppies feel like barefoot shoes after 400km in them"
"I hike mostly in the adks (super rocky/rooty and muddy trails) and I swapped the factory insoles for something better but, regardless, my feet were killing me all the time."
"I can feel every pebble in the ground and every rock my toe even touches. ... I now feel every pebble on the trail"
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"Also, the grip was really crap, particularly when it’s a purpose built trail shoe."
"their lack of grip on wet terrain and rocks is something I really dislike!"
"if your trip involves any kind of hiking that's not on pavement or gravel I'd consider actual hiking shoes. ... some of the rougher hikes...yeah my big toe nail on one foot and a nail on the other foot is still black underneath from wearing these on a hike. ... The trails I did were rough, muddy, and slippery which resulted in me hurting my feet when I slipped and jammed my foot into rocks. ... Which would not have been an issue if I were wearing actual hiking shoes that offer more protection for your feet."
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"My Altra Lone Peak 7 have worn out at 225 miles."
"big hole appeared after about 270 miles"
"For me it was the uppers and the heel on the 5s, a few months max before they disintegrated."
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"also started in the Altra Lone peaks and ended up with plantar fasciitis."
"Altra brand shoes are 'zero drop', so your calf muscles will need to stretch by a quarter inch or so. Do this WELL before your hike by putting 100 miles or so on them, or you will massively, tearfully regret it."
"zero drop did not work for my body."
022ydagr8 1.0I bought a pair of shoes from Altra they were consider no drop/ barefoot trail shoes. I wore them for two caminos close to 300km of hiking. Also for hiking at home here in the USA Midwest. I just picked up my second pair. They are not exactly the same but I’m breaking them in only had them for a week. They are a wide toe box as well which gave my toes lots of room to move with no blisters either trip. I included a link for the shoe I just bought. [shoe link](https://www.altrarunning.com/en-us/trail/mens-lone-peak-9%2B/AL0A85RG.html)I’m 6foot6inches tall weigh roughly 285lbs (2metes 130kg).
1HUTTBOLE 0.8I’m not a fan of zero drop running shoes. I had one pair of Altras and won’t buy another. I guess I’m not allowed to share my shoe opinions on a post asking about shoes without getting downvoted. 🤷♂️
4wheel4what 0.5I'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.
500ravens 0.5Go to REI and let them Guide you. I ended up with Altra trail runners. They’re great
7Rayven 0.8I hike mostly in the Pyrenees. The model I use is the Lone Peak
Abject-Rip8516 0.8personally, altra lone peaks for only trail and olympus 5s when mixed (on pavement for part of the run). altra customer for life!
Ac23rush 1.0My altra lone peak 9’s have a few hundred rounds in them and going strong. Might not be minimalist enough for you though.
And to be clear I meant the 9+ with the vibrant soles, they are superb.
Addapost 1.0REI is having its 20% off one item sale this week. Go get a good pair of shoes. Whatever best fits your foot. I just did my first hike in Altra Lone Peak 9’s yesterday. They were fantastic. But obviously you need a shoe that fits your foot. With the REI 20% sale and the 10% rebate on top of that you’re looking at real close to $100 for top of the line shoes when all is said and done. Good luck
As the other commenter said- you are overthinking this. Any trail runner will be fine. Get a color you like in a model that fits your foot and be done with it. I use my Altra Lone Peaks for all of that and more.
AdorableReception826 1.0I 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!
AdventurousWalrus285 0.8Altra 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).
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