Customer Reviews Altra Lone Peak 3 Mid Neoshell

I've just bought my 3rd pair and have to say these shoes are awesome. I've been through soggy trails in the Pacific NW and up and down rocky volcanic trails in S Nevada. The durable toe cap and the built-in rock shield provide great protection against sharp rocks, sticks, and stubs. The mid height keeps the foot from sliding to the front of the shoe on descents. I like the firm feel of the footbed and the confidence it inspires; no vague and springy feeling here (unlike the LP4 mid). The neo shell keeps the dust and grit out and my socks and feet clean, and the shoe wipes clean with a damp cloth. There is no "toe ramp" at the front of the shoe, so your toes actually get to do their job of pulling and pushing instead of just falling over the miniature built-in cliff on toe-off. And I don't miss the trail rudder either. Maybe 1 more pair before they run out of my size...

I have now owned these shoes for over a year and have put many walking miles on them through mud/grass/snow. They have been comfortable from the start and keep my feet warm and dry when out walking the dogs on the trails or in the snow. I plan on doing a 10 day hike in Philmont with my son next year and will be buying another pair of these for the trip. The traction is great and they seem to shed the mud and snow pretty well. It's like a 4 wheel drive running shoe.

I bought a pair of these for hiking 14'ers and I must say that I am impressed to say the least. They are the best hiking boots I have ever owned. Thank you and keeping on making great shoes and boots.

They fit and they do the job.when it's -10f I can go out for an hour without foot warmers

Big fan of the Hiit xt, wear them everywhere but needed something warmer and dryer for the cold days. Unlike some reviews these have kept my feet dry on cold frosty, wet mornings. So far so good. I Recommend if you're an outdoors kinda person. I haven't run more than 2 miles in these so far and not too clunky and no blisters yet. Great play shoe for wet, muddy or cold conditions. Just wish they were a little less pricey....if they hold up as well as my Hiit xt's have they will be worth it. Owned for 4 months.

I am a big fan of the normal Lone Peaks for ultra running, but wanted to try out the mid to use as mountaineering approach shoes so I had some ankle support for heavy pack. They are the perfect shoe for this use; good support for pack, excellent traction on technical rock. Now I feel like I can crush any approach, no matter how long or bushy :) I did some experiments with these shoes I want to share. Experiment 1 - durability: My buddy and I took brand new shoes out for a burly scramble trip in N. Cascades to test durability. I took Lone Peaks my buddy took Asics. On day 3 the Lone peaks were dirty but still looked new, but the Asics were totally trashed (sole flapping off, rips in the upper). This is what I love about Altras, as durable as you can get without wearing an actual boot Experiment 2 - waterproof: I was curious how well the NeoShell would work in snow, so did an all day snow climb with Lone Peaks + snow gaiters. The NeoShell kept waterproof for ~3 hours, then started soaking thru. I think this is as best as you can expect from these lightweight shells My only critique is that the mid is awkward to put on. Really have to yank on the heel flap and hard to do sitting in a tent! Thanks Altra for designing superior product to allow us to crush it

I am a long-time fan of Altra running shoes, having owned 10+ pair over the last five years. In fact, Altra is the only shoe that I wear 95% of the time...24/7/365. About the only time I wear something else is to weddings and funerals. I started with the Instinct 1.5 and loved it; this was shortly after having torn my right plantar fascia when "heading for home" on opening day of our local Senior Softball league while wearing traditional cleats...could barely walk and not run at all for three months after. The zero drop and wide toe box of the Instinct were great during rehab...I especially liked the fact that I had good, solid contact across the full breadth of my foot with the ground. As an interesting aside, I have suffered zero...0...ankle sprains since then as well, because the foot/ankle are not forced into an unnatural position caused by traditional running shoes with built-up heel stacks. I briefly tried the Torin but didn't like it. Then I experimented with the Lone Peak 1.5 for use on the ball diamond and found that it performed beyond my expectations, both infield/outfield and running the bases. I have worn the Lone Peak 24/7 almost exclusively since then...though I did try the Mountain King once...and am now in the Timp which pretty much feels like a cushier version of the Lone Peak. With the Timp, I actually forgot to replace the OEM inserts with my pricey custom orthotics for the first month, including going on several local hikes of 5.5 miles with a 1700 foot gain and 35 lbs. pack...no foot, leg, or back discomfort at all! This particular hike gets pretty messy during the rainy season (and when isn't it rainy in Seattle), and so I decided to try the Altra Lone Peak 3.0 Mid Neo as a hybrid hiking shoe...again, big success. The LP Mid Neo is stiffer on top and bottom than the traditional LP, and it handles the slog up messy trails better than my old Lone Peaks or current Timps. The outer shell is stiffer as well, so it resists road rash a little better, and is supposed to offer some waterproofing protection. I've not immersed them in water yet, but my guess is they are more water-resistant than waterproof. All in all, they are the perfect light-weight hybrid option to heavier, clunkier hiking shoes. The lighter weight and greater flexibility allow me to use a skip-step or gallop when descending, making it easier on the knees. When using this technique, keep in mind to use your back or "drag leg" as a break, keep your toes up so as not to snag on roots or rocks, and always keep your pace or rate of descent under control. If comfortable with the technique, your knees will thank you come 10, 20, 30, or 40 years from now.

Having had high arches all my life I have sustained chronic trauma to my meta-tarsal joints on both feet. The Altra Peak 3.0 roomy toe box and Zero Drop evenly distributes weight and force throughout my feet and away from the balls of the feet. I have used them continuously for over a month now with frequent walks in the snow here in West Yellowstone, Montana. So far they have proven dry, durable, and sure-footed. I can not comment on running aspects since I no longer do so. The 5 star rating is given as a walking shoe.

I'm 100 happy miles into my second pair of low-top LP 3.0s, and decided to get a pair of Neoshell high-tops for winter. I'm 80% hiker, 20% slow runner. 30 miles a week. 65 years old. Anyway, after just 2 days, 10.4 miles, I love these shoes. Much more stable on the rough trails I hike/run in western Colorado than the low-top. Not sure if it's the high-top, the Neoshell (the Neoshell does seem to add stiffness in the upper), or a combination of the two, but this shoe keeps my foot centered on the footbed far better on sidehills. Much warmer too. My 5-miler this morning was at 23 F, and my toes were toasty.

I spent 30 consecutive days hiking and scrambling in the Canadian Rockies. It was not only going to be a test of endurance for me but also for the footwear I chose. I normally would have had problems with shin splints and my knees, given what I was doing. It was the best decision I could have made because my legs just got stronger every day with no injuries at all. First time ever! I'm sold.

I literally cannot have any complaints of this boot! Just hiked 9 miles on mount Elbert THE DAY I got them! No breaking in whatsoever. Toe box allowed no blisters because of better distribution and the zero drop gives you a better mid to front strike. Grip is great and toe box gives you better balance. At the end of the hike I stepped in two to three inches of water to clean them off and was totally water proof. Tennis shoes are next!

These are a bit heavy and bulky for straight trail running(keep in mind for a mid hiking boot they are insanely lite) but are great for long days of steep climbing and rough terrain when you want to keep moving fast. Super comfy right out of the box. They are just as water resistant as advertised. As far as I've experienced, if you getting your feet wet for prolonged periods nothing is going to stop the water from getting in eventually. These hold up just fine, and they dry very quick. I'll stick to my superiors for straight runs, but these are best all around hiking boots I've come across. Well done.

If I could give this shoe more than 5 stars, I would. Comfortable right out of the box. I've worn them for a half marathon trail run, shoveling the driveway, and out to the bars. They feel good and look good.

I took these as a backup to the Bataan Memorial Death March in March of 2017. SO GLAD I DID! We were in the heavy category(35lb pack) and these boots performed beyond what I previously thought possible for my feet. NO BLISTERS! Not even a hot-spot. Temps were in the low 90's when we finished and my feet felt like I had another 10 miles easy! I can't say enough about these boots. I am in Montana and I am eagerly awaiting hiking in all of the wilderness areas in these boots!!!

Took the boots on a 5 mile hike at a local state forest. It was a wet hike with a light mist all morning. They are super comfortable right out of the box. No break in needed. The trail was wet and muddy, great traction on the hills. Feet stayed dry too. Loved that they don't have the "high heel feel" that other hiking boots have. So I highly recommend them!! Best part is the no break in period needed!