ALTRA Men's AL0A7R6H Lone Peak 7 Trail Running Shoe Review

Greetings,I have fallen in love with Altra shoes - their wide, roomy toe box and neutral drop have been game changers for me. My favorite shoe has been the Lone Peak 5, but the LP7 was on super sale so I picked up a pair, here are my thoughts:- the LP7s are a touch heavier and a touch more padded than the LP5. I so love the feeling of lightness of the LP5s, but as a school teacher, I must admit the the tiny bit more shock absorption is noticeable in the 6th hour I'm on my feet. Same great feeling, same groovy fit, just a bit more shoe where I can use it.- I am really hooked on my bright RED LP5s, but the LP7s I got are the Green/Purple combination, which has its own unique "Hulk" appeal.- Quality is the same (excellent), fit feels about the same, the only difference seems to be the engineering of the new rock guard around the lower sides of the shoe. Time will tell as to whether it's better - the LP5s have never torn or been breeched by pointy things.- Gotta say, LOVE 'EM, and having a second pair lets me spread the load between them so my LP5s will continue to have around for even longer. Highly recommended.

I love the Lone Peaks. The LP 7 is a nice shoe with zero drop and plenty of room for my toes. I sized down a half size which works well. I use with my original Power Steps inserts and they feel good. The minor criticisms I have are the tongue has too much padding and the shoe laces are not as quality as the LP 6. Very comfortable though. Just bought another pair at clearance price. My favorite shoe for every day wear.

I'm not going to lie, I've been through a lot of trail shoes. From clunky behemoths to minimalist nightmares, I've seen it all. But the Altra Lone Peak 7? This, my friends, is a game-changer. It's like they took everything I love about trail running and distilled it into one perfect shoe.**First things first:** comfort. These shoes are like plush pillows for your feet, even after miles of gnarled roots and rocky ascents. The zero-drop platform and wide toe box let your toes splay naturally, preventing that cramped feeling at the end of a long run. And the Altra EGO™ midsole? It's like running on a cloud of springy goodness, soaking up impact and keeping your legs feeling fresh.**But don't let the comfort fool you.** These shoes are grippy beasts. The MaxTrac™ outsole digs into loose dirt, hugs wet rocks, and laughs in the face of mud. I've scrambled up scree fields and bombed down loose gravel slopes with unwavering confidence. The 5mm lugs are the perfect depth, providing traction without feeling clunky.**And the upper?** It's a thing of beauty. The seamless, stitch-less construction is like a zweite Haut, disappearing around your foot and moving with you like a second skin. It's breathable enough for summer sun and surprisingly water-resistant for those surprise puddles. Plus, it looks sharp. I've gotten compliments on these shoes from fellow trail runners and city slickers alike.**Sure, no shoe is perfect.** Some folks might find the wide toe box a bit roomy (though I love it for toe wiggle room on long runs). And the price tag might make some wince. But for me, the Lone Peak 7 is worth every penny. It's an investment in your feet, your enjoyment of the trails, and your overall trail running experience.**So, if you're looking for a trail shoe that's comfortable, grippy, stylish, and built to last, look no further.** The Altra Lone Peak 7 is the real deal. It's not just a shoe, it's a trail running soulmate.**Five out of five stars, hands down.** Buy these shoes. Your feet will thank you.**P.S.** I almost forgot about the StoneGuard! This little rock plate is a lifesaver on technical trails, shielding your feet from those sneaky hidden stones. Just another thoughtful detail that makes the Lone Peak 7 such a winner.

If you like to mountain hike, trail run, and rock scramble, and you have wide feet, the wide toe box feature of the Altra Lone Peaks make this shoe a good option. I purchased some Altra Lone Peak 6's about 9 months ago and unfortunately they have already worn out. The inseam (upper part) started to tear and the grips on the bottom of the shoe started to wear out. I liked the Lone Peak 6's for their wide fit and they were comfortable to a degree, but they did not have much support and were not durable. They gripped well on limestone rock and sandstone, but did slide around a bit on scree slopes as well on some of the rocky trails I go on. I already notice an upgrade with the Lone Peak 7 in comfort. they have a bit more padding. Also the grip and traction is clearly better, even on scree slopes I have noticed a clear improvement. The only thing I worry about with this shoe is long term durability. I'm not sure how Altra Lone peaks can improve on durability to make a more rugged shoe without giving up certain perks like the toe box width and overall flexibility of the shoe. I tried a pair of La Sportiva's as they appear to be highly regarded and more rugged, but their extra wide was not nearly wide enough in the toe box.

About 6 months ago I got some lone peak 6’sWhich I use for everyday,hiking, backpacking, and a recent archery elk hunt in the backcountry of the Colorado mountains. I am thoroughly impressed with them, I wore hiking boots on the hunt for the first day and had hot spots on my heelsI switched to the lone peaks for all of the dry days the remainder of the hunt…. I put on 120 -140 miles in them with a 20 or so pound day pack through many miles of vertical both up and down, deadfall, and side hilling through various terrain.I brought the shoes as a just in case/camp shoe, but they ended up being my primary foot wear, no hot spots, or weird rubbing areasPros:all day comfortGood tractionLightweightDry quicklyDurableWide toe boxZero dropCons:Not even a tiny bit water resistantSide hilling would cause my foot to fatigue after some timeEverything said so far is for lone peak 6’sI’ve just received the 7’s and my first impression is that aside from styling they feel the same…I assume they’ll perform the same as the 6’s….time will tell

These are the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn. True to size with lots of toe room. Great walking hiking shoe.