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Altra Lone Peak 9 Women's
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Lone Peak 9 Women's

The Altra Lone Peak 9 is a zero-drop trail shoe with a roomy toe box, moderate cushioning, and a StoneGuard rock plate for underfoot protection.

$145MSRP
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Comparable specifications
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Terrain
trail
Primary use
Daily trail training
Also good for
Easy trail run, Trail long run, Door-to-trail, Technical trail
Cushion
moderate
Stability
neutral
Weight
263.65g
Drop
0mm
Stack
not published
Plate
rock
Midsole
Altra EGO
Outsole
MaxTrac
Upper
100% recycled polyester ripstop mesh
Widths
standard
Release
2025
Stable platformMountainDoor to trailRock plateSmooth trailTechnical trailDaily trainingGravelHikingUltra distanceWide feetLong runs
Our read

A versatile trail-and-thru-hike workhorse for runners who want zero drop and toe-splay room; the defining trait is its natural foot positioning rather than plush cushioning or aggressive grip.

Ride

Zero-drop platform with Altra EGO foam gives a firm, ground-connected feel, and the StoneGuard plate adds protection over rocks. The MaxTrac outsole grips varied terrain but is reported to be slippery on wet smooth surfaces.

Fit

Original FootShape fit delivers Altra's roomiest toe box with a secure midfoot, offered in standard and wide widths. Reviewers note the version 9 toe box runs larger than past models, and some find the midfoot fit changed, so trying before buying helps.

Best for

Trail runners and thru-hikers who want a zero-drop, wide-toe-box shoe for long days on mixed terrain.

Avoid if

You need heel-to-toe drop, a locked-down midfoot, or reliable traction in wet and muddy conditions.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.