Altra Olympus 6 Review - After 100+ Miles

[@BryanHiatt]

The choice to leave so much space open on the bottom of the shoe is interesting. I'm running in the Timp 5 now (my first zero drop), which was released a few months ago. It does not have that "canyon" in the tread as the AO6 does. Maybe (I could be wrong here) it's because the AO6 is the widest fit of the Altra train run lineup (the original fit) and the Timp 5 is slim fit (with a decently wide toe box...more space than my dearly departed Ultra Glyde 2 wide). Anyway, great vid. Thanks for posting.

[@JustAnotherRunner]

Interesting theory!

[@kogeisan]

I've got the AO6 and for me, I have a problem with this spot in the back... my heel slips and I have to tighten the lacing which after a few kilometers is not comfortable. So we'll see with time, but I think I also have to find the right socks for these. (I also ride with my Superior (still the 4), wider, lighter but no heel hold problem).

[@KarlThor]

I had the same issue with the Mont Blanc and this was resolved by removing the insole. I have recently picked up the AO6 cheap and again the same slippage issue. I have resolved the issue by using the removed insole and inserting the insole from the prior Mont Blanc. 🤔Looking forward to the Olympus 275. Hopefully, this will overcome the issues I have had with both the Mont Blanc and the AO6.

[@ArmandSant-l5q]

5:10 i dont know why Altra in this current iteration and finally out version 6 chose to forgoe a protrection plate sandwiched in the midsole and actually make that contract like most supershoes have. A carbon plate that propels runners forward while protecting against unknown terrain ahead should have been prioritized by the design team and top brass at Altra so that the EVA doesnt get punctured

[@卢六六-k8n]

居然取消了碳板？

[@jtcber]

Do you think it is overkill to wear Olympus 6 as a city walker? VIA Olympus 2 and Olympus 6 are essentially the same shoe with the same original widest width (fit), and max cushion but I like the Vibram outsole for grip and durability. How noticeable does the 'spike' on the sole feel when you walk? Does it make a lot of noise?

[@JustAnotherRunner]

I would say it is overkill but that doesn't mean you wouldn't like it. I don't think it has as good of a roll as some other shoes. it kindof slaps as you walk.

[@dyvel]

A wide toe box doesn't necessarily mean a wide shoe but in all this case the heel is extremely wide as well.

[@rjdavis66]

I’ve run in Altras since the beginning of time. I don’t wear them if I’m doing a lot of scrambling or ridge running but they are my daily go to shoe. I just got the new Olympus and ran the second half of Wasatch on Saturday. I thought they were really great until we got a healthy rain which turned the trails to crap (so slippery). Not sure if another shoe would have done better but I couldn’t stay on my feet it was that bad.

[@JustAnotherRunner]

I wonder if the EVA caused the sole to be super slippery...? I haven't had any issues with traction but I haven't run in those conditions yet. Did you feel the weight of the shoe was a big deal for you?

[@rjdavis66]

@@JustAnotherRunner 🤷‍♂️ maybe. It was pretty bad.

[@SeeChadRun]

The average shoe price does seem to have increased. Perhaps that's due to other increased costs but could also be to higher expectations from our shoes (resulting in higher price). The Olympus 6 is a heavier shoe, and like you said, they don't feel clunky but I worry about excess foot/leg fatigue after MANY miles ran. I mentioned something similar in my review video, but also agree that more rubber would be a good thing but not at the expense of weight. Overall, I think the Olympus is a solid trail shoe offering but not the first shoe that I think to grab when going for a trail run. Great feedback!

[@iancook1387]

What would be the shoe you grab?

[@SeeChadRun]

@@iancook1387 Topo MTN Racer 3 and the Salomon Genesis are both great offerings. I've also really enjoyed the VJ MAXx2 and La Sportviva Prodigio. If you're looking for a zero job, the Topo Pursuit 2 is great too.

[@alphakilo7005]

Just did 100 miles backpacking in these over 10 days and they are going back to REI because that heal cup bs tore my feet up so bad. Hate these.

[@JustAnotherRunner]

@@alphakilo7005 so sorry. That ruins a whole trip!

[@robin29991]

Thanks for the detailed review. You seem pretty underwhelmed overall. I' ve never run in an Altra shoe before either, mostly because I always found them pretty ugly...

[@JustAnotherRunner]

They do have a... unique look to them haha but yeah I wasn't super disappointed but I also wasn't very excited about them either.

[@akgakg2426]

people that want to have a wide toe box in a trail running shoe dont have many options, also if you ask me most of running shoes today look ridiculous :)

[@JustAnotherRunner]

@@akgakg2426 you're not wrong!

[@Man_Ray78]

The Altra Olympus 6 Hike Mid GTX cost 277 dollars here in Iceland! Now that is robbery!

[@JustAnotherRunner]

that's ridiculous!

[@eianlim7134]

Great review! was looking to purchase these but now looking for other options, have you looked into Asic's gel trabuco 12? looking at that too but not seen a lot of buzz online except for friends that sweat by thebtrabuco line

[@JustAnotherRunner]

I'm glad it was helpful! I have not tried those and that is the first I've hear of them. So I won't be any help there.

[@majky358]

I ran Trabuco 11 and Olympus 5, weight is difference I would say, even O6 should weight more :( grip / traction is great in both, better lateral stability in Olympus on the other side, I had issue in Olympus as I kick my ankles sometimes over the time, well, during 10h+ ultra, it's not comfortable, maybe would compare with 6. On the other side, I don't find weight as issue even during long runs, but probably the case I wouldn't buy again, doesn't make sense for shorter / daily runs. More dust and so on get into Olympus 5, had to clean up during race rather than risk possible blisters later.. even though, no pain, blisters, small issue with ankle after 70k but probably because of zero drop, too much for me even running quite a lot + LP model. Overally Altras fit is great, no probs with tongue, laces or similar.

[@tigerbalm666]

Gud looking design, but ...WHITE on trails???

[@JustAnotherRunner]

It's a bit off-white. And they stayed relatively good looking even after 100 miles IMO. The shoe I'm holding in the review is after 100 miles and it still looks white-ish...

[@卢六六-k8n]

Is there any difference compared to the 5th generation?

[@JustAnotherRunner]

Supposedly the outsole has been improved dramatically according to other people I have talked to. I have personally not run in the 5th gen

[@FDNRunningandMotivation-ws1hd]

just got myself a pair...What can I.say, for. running they are way too heavy and non responsive so.the SUCK, BIG TIME 😕

[@JustAnotherRunner]

yeah... I had to get in the mindset that it's almost like training with ankle weights.

[@industryrule-4080]

That brown heel pad is so stupid. I tried these shoes on at a store and my heel kept sliding out.

[@JustAnotherRunner]

@@industryrule-4080 I just don’t understand why they would put it there… such an odd design choice.

[@ItsGBZ]

Whats crazy is that this outsole is LIGHTYEARS better than the original olympus. Look those up and be baffled lol

[@JustAnotherRunner]

Haha well I guess I should have been a little more understanding since there was improvement there lol

[@darrintouchet4063]

Lost me at 12oz😮

[@JustAnotherRunner]

Right?? I'm not even sure where that weight is either...

[@darrintouchet4063]

@@JustAnotherRunner looking for my first trail shoe, guess I’m spoiled with how light the road shoes have gotten, thanks for the info👍🏻

[@jason41a]

want less cushioning and more barefoot = lone peak.

[@JustAnotherRunner]

thanks!