Altra Mont Blanc Speed

Altra · Trail · Trail Racing

Overall Score: 88/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 249 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Altra EGO PRO
  • Official Retail MSRP: $290 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Well-controlled weight (249 g) that stays effortless over long miles
  • Low 0 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • Solereview : 90.3 / 100 — « In Altra's trail racing lineup, the Mont Blanc Speed shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (249 g, a 0 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail racing training. »
  • Wider Magazine : 88.9 / 100 — « Built by Altra around the Altra EGO PRO midsole, the Mont Blanc Speed locks the foot down securely on steep descents while preserving muscular energy over long hours (a 0 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail racing training. »
  • Runnea : 88.3 / 100 — « Across our trail racing testing on trail, the Altra Mont Blanc Speed delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its Altra EGO PRO midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at $290. »

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