The ground was entirely coated, yet the grippy MaxTrac outsole provided the confidence to run and not worry about slipping. This zero-drop trail runner carries on the tradition by offering a spacious fit and a responsive platform that still is better suited to wider feet. Canice: The Lone Peak 6 is a nicely improved iteration of a now classic distance trail running shoe.

Altra put tons of attention toward having a much more secure fit over the last couple of Lone Peak iterations. Despite the width being slightly overkill for my narrower feet, I was still very willing to give this shoe a try because, while I think of my feet as medium-to-low volume, the potential benefits from a wider toebox on longer runs seemed appealing, especially considering how my feet seem to swell almost a full size after a few hours of running. This shoe often gave us pause before attempting to tackle short, scrambly sections of trail at full speed.But now that Altra have slashed the weight of the shoe, the Lone Peak 6 comes within striking distance. For me, if Altra can improve this, I think the Lone Peak would set a new standard for distance trail running shoes.

If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page. There is a short and rigid heel counter that keeps the back half of my foot secure on cambered trails. says that that model’s weight became one of his main complaints, I would say that in the case of the Lone Peak 6, its heft didn’t bother me or contribute to any ungainliness. That’s the point of these shoes for me, they’re here to support and protect your feet, while you do the running.I also think there’s something to be said about occasionally wearing shoes with a zero-drop platform. Relative to the rest of the shoes in our lineup, these shoes are soft, flexible, and offer a level of ground feel not found in many trail-specific shoes.

Whether you’re a dedicated zero-drop runner, just dipping your toe into it for the first time, or like to spice up your rotation with something new, the Altra Lone Peak 6 is a solid workhorse of a trail running shoe.The only upgrades to the Lone Peak 6 are subtle: a slight adjustment in the lacing pattern helps this shoe close around more narrow feet, and a redesign of the upper shaves a few grams and helps improve durability (slightly. No doubt, that limited support can be a springboard for some hikers to develop their lower bodies and show off their ripped calves. Just because there is plenty of wiggle room for your sweet little piggies doesn’t mean that the ride is not secure. Alex is a trail and ultra runner from the upper midwest who loves Minnesota’s long winters and logging miles on the rooty, rocky, steep trails of Lake Superior’s North Shore.

While we can feel changes in technical terrain with a certain definition, the 25mm midsole and rock plate keep your foot protected from rocks and roots. The addition of a smartly placed pull tab is particularly helpful in getting the Lone Peak 6 on because the shoe’s heel cup is so pliable that it tends to crumple under duress. Even with a well-executed transition to the zero drop experience, there are plenty of factors that can lead to a runner just not feeling comfortable. If you like the sensitivity of these shoes but are looking for a bit more protection and traction, check out the award-winning Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3. We’ll get into the details below, but I think “Flat Bois” all over can take a collective breath and relax.Whether I was running on the road to get to the trail or trudging through muddy segments, the Lone Peak 6 handled it like only a few trail shoes can. The upper material is a bit of a stain magnet though, with any mud seeming to fuse with the material pretty quickly. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Altra’s EGO midsole material is quickly feeling out of date when weighing in against competitors — especially when it’s a rather slim slab of it. The newest iteration maintains the same fit with a last that favors wide feet, a zero-drop profile, and the same MaxTrac outsole with canted lugs in their patented TrailClaw design.