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Altra Olympus 7
Trail long run
AltraWomen

Olympus 7

A high-cushioned, zero-drop max trail shoe built for long days on varied terrain.

$195MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Primary use
Trail long run
Also good for
Easy trail run, Daily trail training, Door-to-trail, Uphill / vertical
Cushion
high
Stability
neutral
Weight
274g
Drop
0mm
Stack
33/33mm
Midsole
Altra EGO MAX
Outsole
Vibram Megagrip with TractionLug
Upper
Mesh
Widths
standard
Easy runsStable platformMountainDoor to trailSmooth trailTechnical trailMax cushionRecovery runsHikingUltra distanceWide feetLong runs
Our read

The Olympus 7 is Altra's flagship max-cushion trail shoe, best suited to all-day trail running and hiking rather than fast-paced or technical racing; its roomy Original FootShape fit and Vibram Megagrip outsole make it a comfortable, grippy companion for long, easy-paced trail miles.

Ride

Soft, plush EGO MAX midsole with a zero-drop platform gives a natural, cushioned ride; manufacturer describes it as soft, stable, and balanced for all-day comfort over distance rather than responsiveness.

Fit

Roomy Original FootShape toe box, the widest of Altra's fit options, giving generous width through the midfoot and toes—well suited to wide feet but less locked-down for technical descents.

Best for

Long trail runs, all-day trail outings, and hiking where cushioning and grip matter more than technical precision or speed.

Avoid if

Avoid if you want a low-stack, ground-feel-focused shoe for technical terrain or a fast, race-oriented trail shoe.

Sources
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