Altra - Lone Peak 5 Trail Running Shoe
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"What I love about our oven vs. the air fryer is the amount of space the oven offers. Rotisserie chicken, 4 baked potatoes, pizza, evenly cooked tenderloin with a broil setting that can provide a crust."
"I use it a ton for roasting peppers along with daily for everything else."
"just for hiking and trail rubbing ... Personally I wore them for my ultra."
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"the splay in the toes is naturally better with that wide toe box"
"the splay in the toes is naturally better with that wide toe box"
"Even after mountain backpacking a dozen miles over very steep rocky trails my toes are never sore or cramped feeling."
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"I was quite impressed with its comfort and trail capabilities, and truly believed I had found an excellent shoe for my long runs and hikes. ... the New Balance Hierro v9 remains my top choice for comprehensive trail running. Its superior comfort and, crucially, its consistently reliable grip in varied and challenging conditions make it a more dependable partner on the trails I typically encounter. ... I feel more secure in the Hierro, and that confidence is key. In fact I will be using it for my upcoming races and that says it all."
"The Vibram Megagrip outsole on the Hierro v9 is simply outstanding. Its 4.5mm lugs provide excellent, reliable traction across various surfaces, from dry dirt to slick roots and muddy patches. I've always felt incredibly secure, and it consistently inspires confidence in diverse conditions. ... Great Vibram outsole grip, even on mud and wet rocks"
"The Trabuco 12 have been the best trail shoes I’ve ever owned. ... I’m 6”4 and charge hard over serious rocky terrain…and I feel completely safe in them."
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"Blister free throughout my entire walk."
"after 80+ miles on our last trip, I was the only one without foot problems of any kind."
"after 80+ miles on our last trip, I was the only one without foot problems of any kind."
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"quick-drying shoes ... all the wetness will be wicked away ... When you get to camp, take out the insoles to dry the shoe."
"Breathability…I ran the last 75 miles of Sedona canyons 125 in May in Arizona with them (and gaiters) and with the Balega hidden comfort socks and never thought my feet couldn’t breathe. It never crossed my mind."
"the uppers are so thin and breathable"
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"Foot-shaped toe box ... super roomy ... Great for comfort and natural splay"
"Foot-shaped toe box ... super roomy ... Great for comfort and natural splay"
"Additionally they are zero drop shoes which is also better for foot and ankle health and promotes a stronger achilles tendon."
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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."
"I really appreciated the Altra Lone Peak 4, 4.5, and 5 because they shedded the water with every step. ... Coupled with merino wool socks, on a warm day, I could wade across a river and within about 30 minutes have mostly dry feet."
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"Never had a blister, no support issues and most of the time I forget to cinch the laces right at the trail head and I don't even notice. ... Incredibly comfortable, right out of the box."
"Foot-shaped toe box ... super roomy ... Great for comfort and natural splay"
"Super comfortable right out of the box."
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"they are extremely durable. ... I’ve got well over 1000 miles out of a pair and they still have grip and the uppers are in great shape"
"I've used them for 1500 miles of multi-day hiking with no issues!"
"But I got 900 miles out of one pair of Lone Peaks on the PCT, and 750 from another pair."
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"About a year and the right bud would last about 15 minutes on a full charge."
"I've had them for a few years and now the battery doesn't last for more than 40 mins, so looking for a different model."
"And then during a race in September the mid sole of one pulled right off with less than 200 km on them."
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"An almost new pair I wore in a mountain 100 was dead after the race. ... It was all stretched out and even had a hole in the side when it wasn't that crazy technical of terrain."
"An almost new pair I wore in a mountain 100 was dead after the race. ... It was all stretched out and even had a hole in the side when it wasn't that crazy technical of terrain."
"I have additionally had issues with the Vibram soles delaminating from THREE SEPARATE PAIRS of Speedgoats now. So they are struggling with some quality control issues with their adhesive. ... I think their adhesive just degrades with time. The shoes were probably manufactured and sat in a warehouse long before they made their way to my feet. Plus I think the design of their sole contributes to the problem."
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"Also, the grip was really crap, particularly when it’s a purpose built trail shoe."
"outsole does not perform well on wet rock ... I agree 100%, and it's a pity because in all other aspects Saucony makes excellent trail shoes. I just hope they will follow the xodus ultra 4 trend and implement vibram on the peregrines 16"
"I’m not convinced the Zegama is suitable for terrains that are moderate and up in terms of technicality. ... And I’m not convinced they can hold up on slippery surfaces. ... If I’m going to go for a mountain run with small rocks and tree roots, where there might be some damp/water, I’m going to reach for another shoe."
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"the change was very noticeable on trail running. ... Calf and Achilles soreness galore."
"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."
"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."
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"at the end of the day, my feet/ankles ached badly."
"I have ZERO toe support."
"I have ZERO toe support."
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"their lack of grip on wet terrain and rocks is something I really dislike!"
"they are terrible in UK mud."
"they are utter shit in the mud."
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"My Altra Lone Peak shoes have zero cushioning ... I can feel every pebble on the trails."
"Did 3 miles and my feet were all busted up. ... Sore in the big toes."
"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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"My ankle started to hurt during my last run in them."
"First run i almost rolled one ankle then the other but saved it. ... Yesterday i went over quite hard on my right ankle."
"at the end of the day, my feet/ankles ached badly."
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"My Altra Lone Peak shoes have zero cushioning ... I can feel every pebble on the trails."
"also started in the Altra Lone peaks and ended up with plantar fasciitis."
"also started in the Altra Lone peaks and ended up with plantar fasciitis."
albino_kenyan 1.0i 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)
Altra got sold to the largest clothing company in the world a few years ago, and imo their stuff changed. I don't like the LP designs any more, so i scour ebay for older LPs in good condition. Personally the LP 5 in black/red is perfection.
beanie5 1.0I bought a bunch of 5s and am on my last pair. Got the 9s and have run \~4 times with them. Stack height is still the same 25mm. The main difference is that the 9 soles feel really stiff to me, like cages on my feet; I kind of hate them. My ankle started to hurt during my last run in them. Lone Peak 5s are far from the nimblest shoe I have worn, but they feel really nimble/light compared to the 9s.
Love the LP5 🥲 In searching for more of them, I’ve come across quite a few LP6s online - supposedly very similar to the 5s (lighter, but upper is not as durable). Have you had a chance to try your 9+ yet? Even though I don’t like the 9s, I’m so curious about the 9+ vibram soles. Read some reviews that said it felt stiff initially, but loosened up/became more flexible after several wears. Really tempted to try them out and maybe take advantage of their grippiness for hiking even if they don’t work out for running.
I ended up finding some 5s to try. Agree that the toebox is wider than the 6s. Overall width and length fit my hobbit feet better. I might be imagining things, but wearing them around the house, my feet feel hotter in the 5s. Wish the 5s had gaiter attachments.
bearface93 1.0I’m still rocking an old pair of Altra Lone Peak 5 trail runners. I’ll probably have to replace them after this year but I wear them whenever there isn’t snow on the ground.
I love Altra Lone Peaks. I have Lone Peak 5 trail runners for hiking in warm weather and Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Mid 2 hiking boots for hiking in the snow since they’re waterproof. The trail runners fit perfectly right from the start. I got heel/achilles blisters the first few times I wore the boots but they’re broken in now and feel great. The tread on the trail runners is finally starting to wear down so I’ll probably have to get new ones next year, but I got them on clearance in early 2022 so I’d say they were a good investment.
coma24 1.0bugger, I just bought LP9+ to replace my well-worn LP5. Guess I won't throw away the LP5 yet!
greenpaper0603 1.0The Altras brand's Lone Peaks 5 trail running shoes were so good, I'm using them for walking now that the spikes on the soles have all worn down!
Huge-Antelope2403 1.0Altra Lone Peak in Wide 100%. Widest toe box of any shoe on the board. I have 4E width feet and this is the ONLY trail running shoe that actually fits and doesn't crush my toes.
I've only used the LP since v5 and I am very hard on shoes in general with extremely wide feet. Currently running mountain trails in v8 and v9 and there are noticeable improvements in each version, although it's also a matter of preference in shoe features and construction. I noticed a difference in v6 and v7 when they moved from the heavier stitched overlays to the more "modern" shoe construction where the pieces are mostly glued together to reduce weight and stitches, and I also think they moved to thinner materials. For example the toe cap was previously a stitched on overlay that provided actual toe protection, where it's now a thin overlay that provides far less protection and is easier to rip or break, but also reduces weight and streamlines the manufacturing process. I basically skipped v7 entirely. I have very wide feet and the LP is the only zero drop trail running shoe that fits, so I keep getting it knowing I won't get 500 miles from a pair (I keep shoes in rotation so I don't track actual mileage in a single pair). IMHO you can't go wrong with the Lone Peak if it fits your use case and feet.
jesussays51 1.0It seems to be model dependent, I always thought the Mont Blanc had a one ultra race and done feel about them. I also had the lone peak 5 which did 700 miles but the uppers got torn up as soon as I did a run on rocky instead of muddy route. The LP 7 have a much more robust upper.
jr49 1.0Lone Peak 5’s were amazing. I’ve bought every lone peak since and it’s been downhill from there. Unfortunately for me their wide size has been the best combo with wide toe box, wider mid foot and zero drop. I go through them more than I used to, they wear out so quickly now.
longslowbyebye 1.0Lone Peak 5's were the last good versions. They've been junk since Altra was sold.
mammal_pacificcoast 1.0I’m a total convert to lonepeaks and altra. I realize this is not a trail, but spent three days walking around Disneyland in my lonepeak 5s (plus some gel inserts) and my feet never got sore. One of the days we walked 17 miles. Really the best shoes I’ve ever had. I’m on my third set many years later and doing my road running in torins.
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