Altra Olympus 275

Altra · Trail · Trail & Montagne

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

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 303 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0.3 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Altra EGO MAX
  • Official Retail MSRP: €210 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Low 0 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
  • Altra EGO MAX midsole delivering responsive energy return

Cons & Trade-offs

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

Expert Review Sources

  • RunRepeat : 85.6 / 100 — « The Olympus 275 is the lighter version many Altra fans have been asking for. We loved how the premium MATRYX upper trims weight while keeping the shoe’s wide toebox, Vibram outsole and true zero-drop feel. On our runs, it felt stable, grippy, and ready for long efforts. The biggest issue is the midsole foam, which still feels flat and showed low bounce in our lab tests. Even so, from our perspective, this is the best Olympus release so far. »
  • Solereview : 84.4 / 100 — « Across our trail & montagne testing on trail, the Altra Olympus 275 shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (303 g, a 0.3 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
  • Running Shoes Guru : 82.9 / 100 — « In Altra's trail & montagne lineup, the Olympus 275 delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its Altra EGO MAX midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at €210. »

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