If the Altra Lone Peak suits your body and your hikes, you may fall in love with this comfortable, lightweight, fast-drying trail shoe with the roomy toe box and balanced cushioning that restores your lower body's natural biomechanics. If it doesn't suit your body or your hikes, however, you may hate this unsupportive trail shoe with the sloppy fit that puts unnecessary stress on your feet, ankles, and calves before it falls apart.

Trail shoe M LONE PEAK ALL-WTHR Mid 2 col. BLACK - Altra Running

The Altra Lone Peak 4 Mid boots weigh 1.77 pounds per pair. That is crazy light for a hiking boot, no matter what. Some of our favorite hiking shoes, which are low-cut, often struggle to make that weight. Yet, these are not the lightest boots in this review.Altra Lone Peak All-WHTR Mid 2 are a lightweight water resistant boot perfect for fast moving hiking and trail running, whatever the weather. We’d be remiss not to provide a comparison to Salomon’s wildly popular X Ultra 4 Mid GTX hiking boot. Both the Altra and Salomon boast aggressive outsoles, waterproof constructions, and come in both low-top and mid-height options. However, the similarities end there. Whereas the Lone Peak has a very roomy fit and wide toe box, the X Ultra runs a bit small and is better suited for narrow feet. The Salomon is also heavier than the Lone Peak at 1 pound 11.2 ounces, although this translates to a sizable increase in both support and durability—two areas where the Altra fell noticeably short. For technical trails or hiking with a heavy load, the Salomon is far and away the more capable boot. If you prefer the trail runner-like personality or have particularly wide feet, however, the Lone Peak has its place.

Altra Lone Peak 4 Mid RSM Review | Tested by GearLab

The soft midsole and roomy toe box made for a sloppy-feeling boot on technical and off-camber terrain. As a mid-top hiking boot, the Lone Peak ALL-WTHR extends up around the ankle, and the traditional lacing system allows the wearer to get a snug and secure fit that protects effectively against a rolled ankle. The upper material is soft and flexible on its own, giving credence to the concept that compression equals rigidity.Altra EGO: Dual-Nature midsole compound with a responsive, yet soft feel for increased energy return. Footshape Toe Box: Allows your toes to relax and spread out naturally for more comfort and stability in uphill climbs and downhill descents.