Shoppers Are Ditching Their Hokas for This No. 1 Bestselling Running Shoe on Amazon That's Nearly 50% Off
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Altra has made a name for itself in the running world with its dedication to the zero-drop shoe; the heel and toe are the same distance from the ground, which is designed to encourage a more natural, lower-impact stride. The company applies this approach to its road running shoes as well as its trail running shoes, including the popular Lone Peak line.
The Lone Peak is now on its eighth iteration, which helps explain why the Lone Peak 7 just got a big discount on Amazon. Select colors and sizes are more than $60 off, and there are nine colors to choose from. As the no. 1 bestselling trail running shoe on Amazon, it’s a trusted shoe for many runners, and it’s even better on sale.
Altra Lone Peak 7, From $80 (was $150) on Amazon
It can be easy to mistake zero drop for zero cushioning, but Altra’s Lone Peak 7 uses the brand’s Altra EGO foam that combines responsiveness and comfort. In addition to zero drop, Altra designs shoes after the natural shape of the foot in other ways. The shoes have a wider toe box, allowing for comfortable, natural movement of the toes.
The lugs on the outsole are designed to mimic the metatarsals, giving the tread a claw-like appearance for sure footing on uneven ground. The seamless upper is designed to eliminate pressure points, while the airy mesh promotes breathability. There are overlays on the toe and around the heel for protection from rocks and roots.
Shoppers were impressed with the natural feeling of the shoes, with one calling them “plush pillows for your feet, even after miles of gnarled roots and rocky ascents” and adding that the “zero-drop platform and wide toe box let your toes splay naturally, preventing that cramped feeling at the end of a long run.”
Shoppers were also impressed with the performance when compared to other models, including those made by Hoka. One shopper wrote that the shoes "definitely feel lighter than the Hokas" they wore hiking the Appalachian Trail. Another appreciated the Lone Peak over Hoka because they "didn’t like the sponginess of the Hokas or the feeling of wearing platform shoes."
Others also favorably compared the Lone Peak 7s to previous iterations, including one who wrote that “they have a bit more padding” than the Lone Peak 6. They added that “the grip and traction is clearly better; even on scree slopes, I have noticed a clear improvement” and concluded that this shoe was a “clear upgrade from Lone Peak 6.”
Whether you’re looking to set a new PR on the trail or you want a comfortable, natural-feeling sneaker for leisurely hikes, consider picking up Altra’s Lone Peak 7 for as little as $80.