ALTRA Women's AL0A7R7H Lone Peak Hiker 2 Trail Shoe Review
The ALTRA Women's AL0A7R7H Lone Peak Hiker 2 Trail Shoe in Gray/Green is designed for trail enthusiasts who demand comfort and performance on rugged terrains. With its innovative design and advanced materials, this trail shoe offers a unique combination of support, traction, and cushioning that can elevate your hiking experience.
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Features
- FootShape Toe Box: Allows your toes to relax and spread out naturally for increased comfort.
- Altra EGO Midsole: Offers exceptional cushioning and support for high-intensity trail days.
- Balanced Cushioning Platform: Keeps your heel and forefoot at the same distance from the ground, promoting low-impact landings.
- DuraTread Outsole: Designed for durability, it features a multi-directional TrailClaw lug pattern for superior traction.
Pros
- Excellent comfort with a spacious toe box.
- High cushioning levels provide good support during long hikes.
- Durable outsole ensures longevity even on tough trails.
- Lightweight design facilitates ease of movement.
Cons
- May require a break-in period for some users.
- Color options are limited compared to other brands.
- Not as much arch support for those needing extra stability.
Comparison With Other Similar Products
| Feature | ALTRA Lone Peak Hiker 2 | Merrell Moab 2 Ventilator | Salomon X Ultra 3 GTX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toe Box Design | FootShape | Traditional | Slightly Narrow |
| Cushioning | Altra EGO Midsole | Comfortable EVA | Contagrip Midsole |
| Outsole Material | DuraTread Rubber | M Select Grip | Contagrip |
| Weight | Lightweight | Moderate | Lightweight |
Detailed Review
Comfort: The ALTRA Lone Peak Hiker 2 stands out with its FootShape toe box that provides ample room for your toes to splay naturally. This design significantly enhances comfort, especially during long hikes where cramped toes can lead to discomfort. Coupled with the Altra EGO midsoles, you will experience adaptive cushioning that feels responsive yet soft underfoot.
Traction: On varying terrains, the DuraTread outsole combined with the TrailClaw lug pattern offers impressive grip. Whether you're navigating rocky paths or muddy trails, you can trust that these shoes will keep you stable. Users appreciate this feature when tackling steep inclines or descending slippery slopes.
Durability: Made with robust leather and quality rubber sole material, these shoes are built to last. Many hikers note that they withstand harsh conditions without showing signs of wear, making them a reliable option for frequent trail users.
Fit and Sizing: While most users find the fit appropriate, some may need to allow time for the shoes to adapt to their feet. It’s advisable to try them on with the socks you plan to wear during hikes for an accurate fitting experience.
Overall, the ALTRA Women's Lone Peak Hiker 2 Trail Shoe is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enhance their hiking experience through unmatched comfort, solid traction, and lasting durability.
Detailed Rating
| Category | Score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort | 9.5 | Exceptional cushioning and toe space promote all-day comfort. |
| Traction | 9.0 | Reliable grip on various terrains ensures stability. |
| Durability | 8.5 | Strong build quality suitable for rough use. |
| Value for Money | 8.0 | Offers great features for its price point. |
| Weight | 9.0 | Lightweight design enhances mobility. |
User Reviews
Best hiking boots ever! I broke my ankle on both sides. I am fully recovered and these hiking boots are super comfortable and protect my ankle from another injury while on the trail.
I do not really like heavy duty hiking boots. I grew up with that model. But you spend 10 years breaking them in and then they have broken down! Think of all the blisters and rub spots. Ouch! These came out of the box and on to my feet for a 2 week island-hopping trip in Greece. So comfortable (and relatively better looking than other hiking shoes) that I ended up wearing them for almost everything but my beach time. I wore them with casual skirts to dinner in those hilly cities! Wore them around Athens! Think Hokas with high tops.
What have they done to my Altras? 1) cheap shoelaces. These break. 2) no metal lacing quick "releases" - you have to thread the laces all the way up -- they've cheapened it. 3) NARROWER TOE BOX -- Altras have always let your toes spread out to "grip" the trail. Are they trying to look "cute"? 4) Although I always get another shoe arch support, the ones these come with don't even a back of heel lift.I'll spend to get the features I want. Now what am I going to do to get a flat (heel to toe) shoe? I may have to get the men's. I want the features!
This is my fourth pair of Altra hiking "boots." My previous three pairs were the Lone Peak 4s, and they were the best hiking shoe of my (long) life. I've got all kinds of foot issues, the worst of which is arthritis on the top of one foot. I need a zero-drop shoe and a wide toe box. The lone peak 4s were the most comfortable shoe I've ever hiked in and they kept my after-hiking pain to a minimum. I couldn't wear them in the snow or in wet conditions though, because the Altras are only water resistant, not water proof.I was bummed at their discontinuance, but splurged on this iteration of the original. They are very comfortable, but there are some issues I've discovered after hiking quite a few times in them. Still, they are the most pain-free boots I own (I've got Vasque and Asolo boots as well). The grip on the sole is much improved too. Anyway, here are the things to consider:* You'll have to buy more quality laces. The ones that come with the boots are thin, cheap, and easily broken.* It's very difficult to get your foot in the boot unless you unlace them fairly far down the tongue area. I use a long metal shoehorn, but I'm not going to be bringing a shoehorn for an overnight backpack. Total pain in the rear.* This boot seems to cover more of the ankle area than the 4s, and it's stiff. I'm okay with it, but I am definitely hoping that it'll soften over time.
Difficult to put on
Heel collapses when trying to put on
I really do love these shoes, but after a couple of hikes, my left foot seemed to slide around in the shoe. Upon closer inspection, I saw I had been sent one size 8 shoe (right- what I had ordered) and one size 8 1/2 shoe (left)!!! It was past the return date, so I had to buy another pair, sadly. So double check them!
Where you normally have a leather tab/loop to help pull on boots, the placement of the ‘stretchy’ rubber band like loop is one; too stretchy and too low on the heel. Also, cheapest shoestrings. I sent them back.