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Altra Olympus 275 HiLo
Technical trail

Olympus 275 HiLo

A high-cushion, zero-drop Altra trail shoe built for technical terrain and all-day trail comfort.

$200MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Primary use
Technical trail
Also good for
Daily trail training, Trail long run, Easy trail run
Cushion
high
Stability
neutral
Weight
298g
Drop
0mm
Stack
33/33mm
Midsole
Altra EGO MAX
Outsole
Vibram Megagrip with TractionLug
Upper
MATRYX one-piece woven
Widths
standard
Wet conditionsTechnical trailMax cushionMudWide feetLong runs
Our read

The Olympus 275 HiLo delivers max cushion and Vibram Megagrip traction for technical trail work, but its zero-drop platform and roomy Original FootShape fit mean it favors experienced zero-drop runners over newcomers.

Ride

33mm of Altra EGO MAX foam at zero drop gives a soft, stable underfoot feel while keeping the foot low and close to the ground for natural positioning on technical terrain.

Fit

Original FootShape fit provides Altra's roomiest toe box with generous midfoot space, suited to wide feet but potentially too voluminous for narrow-footed runners.

Best for

Technical trail running and all-day trail outings requiring high cushion and reliable wet/dry traction.

Avoid if

Runners unaccustomed to zero-drop shoes or those needing a narrow, structured fit should look elsewhere.

Sources
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