Altra Men's Lone Peak 6 Sneaker

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Canice: What really stands out to me is that my foot is held in place much better than the previous iterations and this means I can now enjoy the extra room up front as opposed to my foot sliding forward and bashing my toes on technical descents. The fit used to feel a bit sloppy but now I feel secure and confident when side sloping and going for my downhill PR. Price comparisons are based on the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price ("MSRP") or Original Selling Price. Actual sales may not have occurred at this price. While I didn’t struggle while transitioning into zero-drop shoes, I know doing so can cause problems for some people if not done gradually. Because your foot sits completely flat in models without a heel-to-toe drop, muscles and tendons in your lower leg (e.g., gastroc, Achilles, and soleus) are asked to do more work. If you combine this added demand with a lot of intensity and/or vert in your training before your body fully adjusts to different loading patterns, injuries can crop up in a hurry. So, if you’re curious about switching to zero-drop shoes, make sure to do so slowly. Bottom Line

From a usage standpoint, I think the Lone Peak 6 is a good option for short- to medium-length flatter runs on just about any surface. And given the shoe’s mid-to-high weight, I think it works best as a daily trainer, especially in warmer temperatures, rather than something reserved for faster-paced runs. And if you’re looking for a shoe that produces a lot of rebound, I’d look elsewhere. Canice: I have run in every version of the Lone Peak since the LP 1.5 and the shoe really has come a long way over time. I found the midfoot hold of the LP 6 to be much better than previous versions and the upper itself is much more advanced in construction techniques. Canice: The welded design and construction of the eyelets at the bottom of the shoe seen in blue allow it to be soft and flexible and it has an unobtrusive feeling that is very comfortable.

When a mainstay like the Lone Peak comes out with a new version, the biggest concern is whether or not they messed with a good thing. Matt: "I would say that the underfoot protection was one of my favorite aspects of this shoe. The Lone Peak doesn't have the tallest midsole out there, but the AltraEGO foam feels refreshingly resilient. Also, the stone guard adds an extra bit of armor, which helped instill total confidence while trekking over gnarly terrain. Since the heel-to-toe drop is 0 mm, there's a consistent amount of cushioning in both the heel and the forefoot. I knew I could trust the Lone Peak 6 no matter the distance or the surface. It truly was versatility at its finest."

Dom: Even though excessive roominess is slightly moderated, LP6 retains Altra’s ‘classic’ last, which may be too spacio or us for many runners.Those vents round the toe box of the LP 6 look like they will get snagged and ripped by vegetation and thorny shrubs and the protection will just peel away. Dom: More protection underfoot means Lone Peak 6 is once again cushioned enough to run long distances. Brycen: "I could not feel the pavement, dirt, tree branches, or anything that was under my foot while running in this shoe. The Lone Peak 6 is one of the best shoes for my knees that I have reviewed. I'd give it a perfect 10 when it comes to protection." It’s a small detail, but I like the material that the laces are made with. They are textured, which seems to help them stay tied and not come undone,” one reviewer says. Canice: The Lone Peak 6 is a nicely improved iteration of a now classic distance trail running shoe. The upper and mid foot hold are the stand out stars of the LP6 and the midsole and outsole get the job done.

TAYLOR: Just because something is considered a “classic” doesn’t mean it is for you. Preference will be the caveat for all of this. That’s why the midsole and overall fit can sometimes be both good and bad. Being a usability-led shoe brand, Altra often has a few nice features in its shoes. Here it’s the velcro gaiter attachment on the heel, which helps you really waterproof your runs alongside the lacing attachment on the forefoot. part of this service, you will also be signed up to receive occasional special offers and third-party Altra's best selling trail shoe has been updated. We carry a full range of colors and sizes in the new Lone Peak 7.

Moving up the Lone Peak 6, leathery plastic overlays on the medial and lateral midfoot and toebox add some stability and protection to the vamp, but are still quite thin. Heat-welded overlays like these potentially add some durability — after about 50 miles on mostly moderate trails, the upper still shows minimal sign of wear, but I’m dubious about their long-term sturdiness. Canice: As mentioned before I would like to feel a bit more pop or spring under foot but this is subjective and each person will have their own opinion. For me, if Altra can improve this, I think the Lone Peak would set a new standard for distance trail running shoes.