Altra - Lone Peak 7
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"The roborock I have kicked and smashed with my foot so many times out of anger when it doesn't collaborate, and still he rocks 4-5 yrs later and no broken parts"
"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!"
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"I have the ear shape where in-ear headphones always make a loud bumping sound when I'm moving, so AirPods 4 give the benefits of noise cancelling and great sound without the in-ear effect. ... AirPods 3 always fell out my left ear but they dialed in the size perfect for the 4's, they sit perfect and I've never had it fall out or shake loose doing sprints and a full marathon."
"Took them on a 2hr walk with my dog today and had no issues. First IEMs I can actually wear laying on my side in bed."
"after 80+ miles on our last trip, I was the only one without foot problems of any kind."
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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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"Foot-shaped toe box ... super roomy ... Great for comfort and natural splay"
"Foot-shaped toe box ... super roomy ... Great for comfort and natural splay"
"Foot-shaped toe box ... super roomy ... Great for comfort and natural splay"
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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."
"they dry very quickly"
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"Blister free throughout my entire walk."
"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."
"I ran a 50 mile in them and got ZERO blisters (and I'm blister prone)--never going to anything else for ultras after that miracle"
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"About a year and the right bud would last about 15 minutes on a full charge."
"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."
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"Took them to Chamonix last year and they felt horrible - too much ground feel."
"Took them to Chamonix last year and they felt horrible - too much ground feel."
"My Altra Lone Peak shoes have zero cushioning ... I can feel every pebble on the trails."
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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"
"Also, the grip was really crap, particularly when it’s a purpose built trail 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."
"at the end of the day, my feet/ankles ached badly."
"I have ZERO toe support."
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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"
Almith_89 1.0altra lone peak 7s last year 8s this year and I’ll try the 9s next year, I like drop point shoes for DG
altra lone peak 7s last year 8s this year and I’ll try the 9s next year, I like drop point shoes for DG
AlpineDrifter 1.0Yes, they are extremely popular with many long-distance backpackers. But it also depends on how sensitive your feet are. Their stock insoles are lightweight. If you need more support/protection, take them out and put some Superfeet insoles in.
Altruistic-Pay-8079 1.0Rotating 3 pair of LP7s 🤣 one pair is really worn, I don’t do trails in them any more, but a great walking around shoe now- like a glove!
I have flinstone feet, and I love my altra lone peaks!
BaschLives 1.0I think every pair of shoes I’ve ever owned (not just running shoes) have split along the sides like this pair of Altra Lone Peak 7s. Prior to getting the Altra’s I hadn’t really appreciated that I have wide feet - and that you can get wide shoes for that! These Altra’s were a breath of fresh air, the space in the toe box was incredible and they’ve been perfect for me. But here we are again after 10months, with large splits. From what I’ve read, Altra build quality seems to have declined a lot, so it may be that I’ve just been unlucky. I’m looking for an alternative trail shoes now that have the same wide toe box fit, but longer lasting and better build quality! Ideally zero drop and decent lugs for deep mud. All suggestions appreciated.
blimly 1.0Same here. I've got 7s and have really enjoyed them, but only have a couple hundred miles of rocky, rooty trails on them so far and will be surprised if they make it to 350-400 miles.
True. After thinking on it a bit more, mine will probably be toast by the time I reach 300 miles. But, definitely super comfy.
bull_sluice 1.0That is awesome! I am glad it helped with your hip pain. I really liked the LP7. I went through 8 or 9 pairs before I couldn’t find them anymore. 😭 it’s what started my shoe spiral. I really struggled to transition to the LP9. I ended up in Topos. I like the ultraventure for less technical stuff and the MTN racer for more technical stuff. Turns out 4-5 mm of drop was what I needed. Switched about 5 months ago and it seemingly resolved all lingering issues.
Same! Sort of…regular lone peaks, darn tough socks, gaiters, and microspikes if it’s icy. A healthy amount of lube is also good (salty britches or SNB). I tried some of the waterproof shoes once and they just made my feet sweat…
CeeBee2001 1.0Great shoe but the outsole only lasts about 200 miles (Lone Peak 7) for me. Not exactly great value for money in my case.
Tarmac/Asphalt is their enemy. Unfortunately, in the UK where I am, lots of my hikes involve varying amounts of tarmac/asphalt walking which massively abrades them.
co_pdubs 1.0I've read they have slowly gotten worse after the 4, but I only have tried 7s and 8s and I like them a lot.
My 7s are great, but are getting close to toast at only 200 miles - rubber is pretty soft which grips really well on rocks. not that happy with the durability, but the lone peaks are so comfy I can't wear other trail shoes. you'd think this shoe would be similar on paper: [https://www.lemsshoes.com/products/mens-trail-blazer](https://www.lemsshoes.com/products/mens-trail-blazer) but the rubber is harder and wears out slower, so more durable but less traction OP be warned the quality and durability overall isn't the best, but it's still a popular shoe for a reason (zero drop, lightweight, wide toe box, great traction, breathable)
I've read they have slowly gotten worse after the 4, but I only have tried 7s and 8s and I like them a lot.
Daddy4Count 1.0When I decided to try runners instead of boots I tried several... Nike was okay, but not great. Adidas were awful. Solomon were too boot like. I got Altra Lone Peaks and LOVE them. The zero drop took a little getting used to, but I'm on my second pair after wearing the first pair for almost 4 years. 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.
I put about 200 miles on my Lone Peaks 4.5, then got a pair of LP 7s. I now warm the old pair daily and the new ones on trail have about 100 miles on them. While not as durable as leather or a heavier shoe I'm very pleased with them. Switching to merino socks and Altra Lone Peaks eliminates blisters and foot fatigue for me. I have even hiked several miles in wet shoes after slipping into a knee high stream on my way out of a trail. The most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. I will admit... The 7s are not quite as nice as the 4.5s were. But still better than any of the Rocky, Adidas, Nike, Keene, etc shoes/boots I have worn on trail over the years
I had a very similar experience in a pair of Adidas trail shoes. Altra Lone Peaks and Darn Tough socks... I have been wearing that combo for about 5 years now. I have zero foot fatigue, not one blister. They are perfectly comfortable right out of the box. I even hiked out in soaking wet feet once and had no issues (slipped on a wet log and ended up knee deep in a creek right out of camp...) I buy last year's (or older) Altras on Amazon, half the price of new if you watch for them.
derpaturescience 1.0I got some barely used Lone Peak 7's off REI Re/Supply and they're great for everyday use around town and jogging on paved trails. But I don't think I'd ever take them on anything more rugged. Unless they've seriously beefed up the durability with the more recent ones I wouldn't wear them hiking or trail running
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