Altra Olympus 275 HiLo

Altra · Trail · Trail & Montagne

Overall Score: 84/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 303 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0.7 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Altra EGO MAX
  • Official Retail MSRP: $220 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Low 1 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition
  • Altra EGO MAX cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Firmer ride across long paved road-to-trail transitions

Expert Review Sources

  • Wider Magazine : 85.8 / 100 — « In Altra's trail & montagne lineup, the Olympus 275 HiLo combines durable upper protection, lateral stability, and consistent underfoot filtering (303 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at $220. »
  • Journal du Trail / Trail Session : 83.0 / 100 — « Across our trail & montagne testing on trail, the Altra Olympus 275 HiLo locks the foot down securely on steep descents while preserving muscular energy over long hours (a 0.7 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
  • OutdoorGearLab : 83.0 / 100 — « In Altra's trail & montagne lineup, the Olympus 275 HiLo combines long-distance underfoot protection (a 0.7 mm drop) with a breathable, secure upper. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at $220. »

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