Altra Timp 5 Review
Featuring a new Vibram outsole, we agreed that the Timp 5 was the grippiest version yet. But can it stand up to any terrain?
Altra Timp 5
Features
Fit Tip: Altra recommends sizing up by ½ size for more volume, or if you are in between sizes.
Conquer the trails with confidence in the Altra Timp 5.
This trail shoe gives you everything you need to successfully run and hike in the great outdoors. Comfortable and cushioned enough to spend hours (or days) on your feet, it also offers incredible grip for technical terrain. We tested it on snowy roads and technical mountain trails and had nothing but praise for the traction of this shoe in our Altra Timp 5 review. Plus, Altra’s signature wide toe box gives your toes plenty of room to splay for better balance on uneven trails.
Details
- Upper: An engineered mesh upper gives you plenty of breathability, while the toe guard gives you extra protection. Featuring Altra’s Standard Footshape™ Fit, these shoes have a great lockdown in the midfoot and a wider forefoot, allowing your toes to splay naturally.
- Midsole: Altra’s Ego™ Max midsole is comfortable and cushioned for the long haul.
- Outsole: The Vibram® Megagrip outsole gives you exceptional grip on both wet and dry surfaces.
Tech Specs | Altra Timp 5 |
Weight | 9.8 oz (M), 8.6 oz (W) |
Heel-to-toe drop | 0 mm |
Stack Height | Heel: 29 mm / Forefoot: 29 mm |
Category | Trail |
Use | Trail running, hiking |
What’s New
The biggest change to the Altra Timp 5 is in the outsole. It uses Vibram Megagrip to give you better traction throughout your runs and hikes.
Who It’s Best For
The Altra Timp 5 is a great option for those looking for a cushioned trail shoe that has plenty of grip for technical terrain.
Why You’ll Love It
You will love how confidently you can run and hike trails in the Altra Timp 5.
Read More in Our Altra Timp 5 Review
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Star Rating is 2 / 5
Altra… disappointingly ordinary
Unfortunately, over the years with each new model of any of my Altra run or trail shoe models they have become more and more “typical” in fit and function. They were once a tremendous alternative w wide toe box supple uppers and soles , no arch no heel drop. And just enough cushion to save your foot but feel the ground. Now….all those things that attracted me to the brand have slowly gone more middle of the road average shoe style. Stiffer, less roomy, too much cushion and less feel of contact w the ground. I’m out! Time to start hunting for a new brand.