Altra Lone Peak 9 Review: Trail Tough or Not Enough?
Can the Lone Peak 9 live up to its namesake by standing up to tricky, technical trails? Or is it better suited for hikes along your local rail trail?
Altra Lone Peak 9
Features
Shoes that match your love for adventure, the Altra Lone Peak has long been a fan favorite of trail runners and hikers looking for versatile and comfortable trail shoes.
The Altra Lone Peak 9's zero-drop offset and responsive EGO™ foam midsole deliver the perfect balance of cushioning and ground connection to help you tackle the trails with confidence. Altra's Original FootShape™ Fit allows for natural toe splay, while the sticky MaxTrac™ outsole provides unbeatable grip across any terrain.
In our Altra Lone Peak 9 review, wear-tester Mandy said, "Both the updated midsole material as well as the updated grip on the outsole really gave me a sense of security and confidence as I was trail running."
Details:
- Upper: Altra’s Original FootShape Fit™ gives the Lone Peak 9 a roomy forefoot so your toes can splay naturally for extra comfort and balance. A new ripstop mesh upper with no-sew overlays and GaiterTrap™attachment points improves the durability and ruggedness.
- Midsole: A zero-drop midsole and Altra's updated EGO™ foam is the perfect amount of cushioning to protect your feet on long runs while still giving you plenty of ground feel for a fun and responsive ride on the trail.
- Outsole: An updated MaxTrac™ outsole with a multi-directional 4.5 mm lug pattern gives you grippy traction in wet or dry conditions so you can run confidently over technical terrain.
Tech Specs
Altra Lone Peak 9
| Weight |
9.5 oz (W), 11.2 oz (M)
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|---|---|
| Stack height (heel/forefoot) |
25 mm/25 mm
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| Heel-to-toe drop |
0 mm
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| Lug height |
4.5 mm
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| Surface |
Trail
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| Ride | 2/5 on the Firm to Plush Scale |
| Cushioning | 2/5 on the Minimum to Maximum Scale |
| Energy | 2/5 on the Relaxed to Propulsive Scale |
| Category | neutral |
What's New
The Lone Peak 9 features a new ripstop mesh upper with no-sew overlays to improve durability and protection. An updated MaxTrac™ outsole gives you sticky traction for a variety of conditions and the refined EGO™ foam midsole adds comfort without sacrificing ground feel.
Who It's Best For
Altra’s Original FootShaped fit and zero drop midsole make the Lone Peak 9 a great option for trail runners, hikers and outdoor lovers who appreciate a roomy toe box and a lot of ground feedback during offroad adventures.
In our Altra Lone Peak 9 review, wear-tester Mandy said, “The Lone Peak is great for casual hikers to people running 100 miles. Runners will enjoy the extra room in the forefoot for their toes to wiggle, the grippy outsole and the cushion and comfort in this shoe. This is not an overly cushioned shoe, but you feel more connected to the ground in it.”
Why You'll Love It
You'll love the Lone Peak 9's roomy toe box, minimalist feel and go-anywhere versatility.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great trail shoes - no regrets
HALF SIZE TOO BIG ... My previous Lone Peak 4 have over 400 miles on them and I ordered the Lone Peak 9 for a fresh pair. I couldn't be happier and wish I had done it sooner. There has been zero break in time, they feel great and I'm very aware that the rocks don't hurt like they do in my old ones. I ran a 3 mile trail to see how they felt, and then jumped straight to an 18 mile day with no issues. The rock plate is built in, not removable/additional in my previous pair. I love them for the rocky, technical trails we have here. My only issue was with sizing. I've been running in Altras since 2017, at least one pair a year, and have always been a 10.5. I ordered the Lone Peak 9 online and they were HUGE. I was able to return them and got a half a size down to a 10. Thanks to Fleet Feet for their return policy and they honored the sale price that had since expired. Size down a half size! I've been running in Altras since 2017.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Happy Feet
Seriously comfortable, love the workout they give my calves and Achilles tendons. Love the color I chose- perfect !
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Altra Lone Peak
These were recommended by my podiatrist. I’m on my feel all day. These are very comfortable.
