MaxTrac™ A perfect combination of grip, traction, and durability that will eat up gnarly terrain like a boss. No doubt, that limited support can be a springboard for some hikers to develop their lower bodies and show off their ripped calves. But not me. That light-duty build took its toll on mt (flat) feet, (genetically) weak ankles, and skinny calves. On easier trails tha I normally hike, I had trouble with rolled ankles, cramping feet, shin splints, and calf strains. The laces took the most force to untie in our lace slip test. They averaged 73N to get untied, where the average for all the shoes we’ve tested so far is is 35.7N. It seems that Altra finally granted my request from my October 2018 Lone Peak 4 review. In this review, I begged the question as to why Altra chose to continue using their A-Bound midsole foam rather than switching over to the more resilient AltraEGO midsole foam found in models like the Escalante. Personally, I think putting the AltraEGO midsole into the Lone Peak 5 has created the best Lone Peak model yet.

This shoe has plenty of dense rubber under foot, and a well-built, if not over-engineered upper (yes this means it could be lighter weight). I believe the midsole and outsole will go the distance. Also, I didn’t have any hot spots, but if you need to do some fancy heel-slip lacing, there was a bit of lace bite up near my ankle. ConclusionThe fabric doesn't soak in water, so although your feet easily get wet, they dry out and the shoes didn’t gain weight throughout my wet runs. Cleaning is a breeze I will say that the last few models have felt mostly the same, which is usually a good thing. While I loved the 4.0 and 4.5, I started to gravitate toward other trail running shoes in my stable as the Lone Peak’s cushioning started to flatten out after about 50 to 100 miles in different models, creating an almost concave feeling. I didn’t mind putting them out to pasture too much as the Lone Peaks always are my hanging-out, camping, yard-work shoe of choice.

Because of this, I would choose the wide in the future, and I wouldn’t consider my foot overly wide, just average, but bare in mind I’m a barefoot runner used to wider fitting shoes. We’ve named the Altra Lone Peak 5 one of the best trail running shoes! See our Best New Trail Shoes of Spring-Summer 2021 for more recent trail running shoe releases. Trailclaw™ canted lugs positioned strategically beneath the metatarsals to provide traction at toe-off.I normally take new shoes out for 5 miles for their very first run, which gives me enough time to feel them out, but also get past that 2-3 mile initial break-in. The shoe is surprisingly comfortable. The midsole flexes enough to allow the shoe to bend and mold itself around terrain, ensuring ample surface area connection which led to the confident feeling these shoes inspired. Great for road-to-trail transitions It’s a deep shoe that can be made even deeper by switching out the insoles. Most running shoes on the market suffer from cramping toes and the midfoot in width; what I want to focus on here is depth. Version 6 of the Lone Peak did an excellent job offering ample depth out of the box, but I feel version 7 has shrunk a little. If you need more room, I’ve got two solutions for you. They felt good when I put them on in the house, but after the first few runs I started to notice that they felt narrower than expected in the forefoot/toe box area. In summary the Lone Peak 5 is a fantastic all round trail running shoe with posture improving features, room to spread out and a slipper like feel to boot. It’s ideal for those wanting a shoe that allows for more natural foot function.

Comfort is a subjective thing that has a lot to do with fit, body type, and the specific types of hiking you do. The Lone Peak's roomy toe box, moderate cushioning, and minimal support works for many hikers. When it works for you, the Lone Peak can feel like your favorite slipper with trail traction. For others, though, that big toe box may be uncomfortable or feel sloppy on technial terrain. Personally, I found the Lone Peak pretty comfortable on easier trails but not on steeper, tougher trails. That being said, plenty of people absolutely love that comparatively loose fit and max toe room. Have you also run in past editions of the Lone Peak? What do you think of the updates made to this version, especially the new midsole foam? Write a small covering note with the product/s you wish to exchange, please include relevant codes and sizes for replacement. Balanced cushioning places your heel and forefoot the same distance from the ground to encourage proper, low-impact form throughout your run. As a result, Altra crated a waterproof version of the shoe and an incredibly popular boot, the Lone Peak Mid.

Some laces are made from smooth material that feels good in your hands, they tend to slip and slide a bit, whereas these bad boys stay nice and tight, no double knot required! Also worth mentioning Yes, this service is classified as UK standard delivery. There are a few restrictions that apply to this service so please read our BFPO Delivery Guide. Please note that we can’t be held responsible for any delays once the parcel has been passed on to the British Forces Postal Service I wasn’t really sure what to expect, but they ran nice and cool, even a touch cold in the 40-degree weather we’re having. After wearing the Lone Peak for years, the newest iteration offers a similar level of stability as previous models. The upper features a new TPU overlay that fits better in the arch area, with well-placed upper lacing eyelets that allow you to optimize your fit. Additionally, because of the wide, foot-shaped toe spread achieved in the forefoot, you can easily stabilize your landing position on the forefoot. Even though the midsole is well-cushioned (with 25mm of Altra Ego), it's also dense, which still gives a low-to-the-ground feel. The Lone Peak 6 Wide, like the Lone Peak 5 Wide is actually no wider than the regular width, yet has more volume in the upper to fit a higher volume foot. Depending on the shape of your foot this would make the Lone Peak 6 Wide worth a try if you usually only fit in men’s 2E/4E or women’s D/2E running shoes.

This is one shoe that the laces are long enough to use both top holes if you really need to, which I am finding is rare these days. On more technical trails, however, I feel like the LP5 leaves a little bit to be desired. It’s still serviceable on such trails, just maybe not ideal. Peregrine ST Review: https://www.northernrunner.com/blog/saucony-peregrine-11-st-review-high-grip-trail-running-shoes Key features: Full-length stone guard, Velcro gaiter tabs, FootShape fit, MaxTrac rubber outsole, 5mm canted lugsI'm all about those roomy toe boxes, but not all about the zero drop. (For what it's worth, the podiatrist who trained me in hiking footwear had the same take on Altra trail running shoes.) Sadly, I quit hiking in my Lone Peaks after my second calf strain in fifty miles—after zero calf strains in my previous 10,000 miles in other brands (and none in 3000 Altra-free miles since). Some of my customers, co-workers, and friends have had more serious issues in the Altra Lone Peak, including injuries such as stress fractures, broken ankles, and ruptures Achilles tendons.