Side by side comparison: Altra Lone Peak 9 vs Altra Superior 7

Altra Lone Peak 9
AltraLone Peak 9

Light/Moderate Trail

Product Judgment

7.7

Solid

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$140$150$138$113$100

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 7Energy Return: 6Stability: 8Durability: 8Grip: 8

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 6Light Trail: 9Technical Trail: 6Door to Trail: 6

Pros & Cons

Wide toe box
Strong ground feel
Durable outsole
Heavy for category
Stiff upper
Limited breathability

Specs

Best for5:30–7:30 min/km
Drop0 mm
Stack25 mm heel / 25 mm forefoot
Weight309 g
Terrainlight_trail
Widthwide
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A solid, stable zero-drop trail shoe with a wide fit and strong ground feel, best for moderate trails.

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Altra Superior 7
AltraSuperior 7

Light/Moderate Trail

Product Judgment

7.7

Solid

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$130$150$138$113$100

Reasonable

Limited Availability

Performance

Comfort: 7Energy Return: 5Stability: 8Durability: 6Grip: 8

Run Fitness

Daily: 7Long: 5Light Trail: 9Technical Trail: 8Door to Trail: 6

Pros & Cons

Excellent ground feel
Lightweight and flexible
Secure fit for technical terrain
Firm, minimal cushioning
Upper durability concerns
Limited mud traction

Specs

Best for5:30-7:30 min/km
Drop0 mm
Stack21 mm heel / 21 mm forefoot
Weight235 g
Terrainlight_trail
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Minimalist, lightweight trail shoe with superb ground feel and grip for technical, dry terrain.