The Altra Outroad Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The Altra Outroad is a versatile zero-drop trail shoe designed for runners seeking reliable performance on various surfaces. With its unique construction, this shoe is ideal for runners who require comfort over short to marathon distances.

Lab tests revealed a notable width variation compared to typical Altra models, ensuring a secure fit while maintaining comfort. The design translates effectively into stability and responsiveness, making it suitable for diverse terrains.


Pros

  • Great on roads and trails
  • Pliable upper
  • Amazing outsole durability
  • Comfy padding
  • Less bulky than other Altras
  • Low stack
  • Doubles as a traveling shoe
  • Appealing design

Cons

  • Toebox is not Altra-wide
  • Breaking-in needed

Key Features

  • Weight: 10.7 oz / 303 g
  • Midsole: Altra EGO max for enhanced cushioning
  • Outsole: MaxTrac for superior grip
  • Cushioning: Moderate cushioning for balanced comfort
  • Stack Height: 27 mm providing ample cushioning
  • Drop: 0 mm for a natural feel

Specifications

  • Sole Material: Rubber for durability
  • Shaft Height: Ankle for added support
  • Outer Material: Synthetic for lightweight performance
  • Inner Material: Mesh to enhance breathability

Altra Outroad Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

Altra Outroad Altra Superior 6 Altra Timp 5 Altra Outroad 3
Price $140 $130 $155 $130
Trail terrain Light Light Light Light
Arch support Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral
Weight lab Weight brand 10.1 oz / 287g 9.6 oz / 272g 9.5 oz / 269g 9.2 oz / 261g
Drop lab Drop brand 0.1 mm 0.1 mm -0.1 mm 0.6 mm
Strike pattern Mid/forefoot Mid/forefoot Mid/forefoot Mid/forefoot
Size Slightly small Slightly small Half size small Slightly small
Midsole softness Balanced Balanced Balanced Balanced
Difference in midsole softness in cold Normal Normal Small Normal
Toebox durability - Very bad Good Decent
Heel padding durability - Decent Decent Bad
Outsole durability - Good Good Bad
Breathability Moderate Breathable Moderate Warm
Width / fit Medium Medium Wide Medium
Toebox width Medium Wide Wide Wide
Stiffness Stiff Stiff Stiff Stiff
Torsional rigidity Moderate Moderate Stiff Moderate
Heel counter stiffness Flexible Flexible Moderate Flexible
Lug depth 2.3 mm 3.3 mm 3.0 mm 1.5 mm
Heel stack lab Heel stack brand 25.1 mm 22.1 mm 28.6 mm 23.8 mm
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand 25.0 mm 22.0 mm 28.7 mm 23.2 mm
Widths available Normal Normal Normal Normal
Season All seasons Summer All seasons All seasons
Removable insole
Orthotic friendly
Ranking Bottom 15% Bottom 12% Bottom 17% Bottom 21%
Popularity Bottom 20% Bottom 29% Top 38% Bottom 26%