Altra Lone Peak 4.0

The Altra Lone Peak 4.0 lands on the market surprising us with significant improvements. This trail shoe has improved support, protection and flexibility to offer a superb and dynamic running response on the most technical terrain. Major updates include a new, more breathable mesh, a completely redesigned outsole, a more flexible upper and the inclusion of multi-directional tapered crampons for improved traction and lightness on the most challenging surfaces. Without renouncing the essence of a reference trail model such as the Lone Peak, the new update promises a lot.

Altra Lone Peak 4.0, main features

This trail shoe from Altra Running is oriented to complete different objectives of trail running, trail racing, trekking, even Nordic walking. While it has a moderate cushioning that seeks to meet the needs of the user at all times,the technologies present in this latest update promise an effective and durable response. Let's take a closer look at the performance and features present in this model.

The midsole features the incorporation of EVA rubber, already present in the previous model, which provides good cushioning. Likewise, the designers have also opted for the inclusion of A-bound technology, which consists of an exclusive sheet made from recycled materials. The purpose of this structure is to reduce the impact caused by the contact of the foot with the hardest surfaces and, at the same time, to promote greater energy return.

As for the upper of this Altra Lone Peak 4.0, we must highlight a new upper designed in two parts that improves support in each stride. The upper of this trail shoe has a tongue that helps for a more efficient fit. The new Rip-stop mesh upper, which acts as a strap effect and provides a more personalized and durable fit. Thanks to the Foot Shape technology, it increases the feeling of comfort with every step. It is a new toe cap whose design allows for greater comfort of the toes, thus favoring a correct position of the same during the race.

The outsole of this Altra Lone Peak 4.0 has been specifically designed for trail running, as evidenced by the M MaxTrac material incorporated. This latest update features a new TrailClax design, which consists of a structure composed of lugs placed directly under the metatarsal to promote ascents and descents. It also features multi-directional tapered crampons for better traction on more difficult terrain. We must not end this section without mentioning the StoneGuard outsole, which has been completely redesigned, resembles the structure of the skeleton of the foot to provide protection, flexibility and dynamism.

Altra Lone Peak 4.0, technical specifications

The Altra Lone Peak 4.0 trail running shoes come to the market with renewed features to offer the best running sensations. They have been designed for those runners with a neutral footprint who are looking for the best response in the most complex terrain. It has a weight of 289 grams and continues the minimalist trend of Zero Drop , already present in previous models.