Customer Reviews Altra Olympus 6

I have a super high arch and wide feet. I've hard the hardest time finding shoes that are comfortable and don't give me shin splints or another type of injury. These are amazing. Great grip, comfortable, arch support. I'm looking for regular running shoes that mimic these so I can wear something similar off the trail. Thank you Altra!

I live in bishop and run sierra trails everyday. Some of the most rugged terrain you can get on. over the past year I've ran 1,000's miles in these! Several high elevation 50k's and even a 100 miler in October. Total upgrade from the Olympus 5 the Vibrum has held together much better, the upper way more durable. After a year of use they look as if they could last another year. The fabric around the ankle has torn now but I still run these just fine!

Wearing these shoes is like walking on a cloud! I ruck in these and they're the perfect combo of comfort and support. Love them!

Ive been a big fan of the Olympus for years and several versions. They lost me on this one. It is a tighter fit, which feels a little better than the 5 on technical terrain. They hold my feet well and don't slip as much as past iterations. But that Achilles pillow is a horrible design. It is a blister machine. I've never had blister issues with the Olympus in the past but this new "pillow" just compresses and all that folded fabric and stitching rubs like crazy. I'm surprised it passed testing without a ton of complaints because I'm hearing it from everyone. It's too bad.

Really great high stack trail shoe, still nimble and responsive, but like walking on clouds at the same time. I honestly don't like taking them off. My only complaint which isn't really a complaint is the color way, It's not sand it's grey, like grey grey in real life. Don't get me wrong it looks great, it's just not what I was expecting. All the others look the same irl, it's just the sand.

I tried these at the suggestion of my CrossFit coach. I'm a former collegiate athlete who's been on a weight loss journey the past few years. I bought a pair of Hoka Challenger ATR 6 and a pair of Altra Olympus 6. I've decided to stick with the Altra. The wide toe and heel boxes and the zero drop were the difference in comfort and wearability. The shoe construction is top notch. This shoe holds up under my 290+ lbs as every day wears. I now have two pair. It's made walking, running, and workouts safer, and more comfortable for my aging, sports embattled knees and hips. I'll be a customer for life. I'm wearing them with race laces for a great, snug fit and they're giving me life.

I've put almost 100 miles in them and they've held up great, first time with a wide toe box and zero drop. Still getting used to the drop but the room for your toes is awesome. No durability issues and no rubbing from the achilles pad. Rocks, mud, uphill or downhill they have been great.

I got these after having the Olympus 5's and really liking them for hiking. I don't find many Altra's aesthetically pleasing, but these Olypus 6's may be changing all that. These look as good as they feel, and they feel amazing. Tons of support, tons of grip, and the padding around the ankle is 2nd to none. Whereas I would ONLY wear the Olympus 5's to go hiking, I'll be wearing the 6's proudly out and about in public.

My initial experience with the 6 was mixedit felt a bit stiffer than the 5 and less ready for an out of the box big run. However, after a few runs of 5-6 miles, they've settled in and have turned out to be excellent shoes. Supportive as you'd expect from an Olympus, and ready for any terrain. Mine now have nearly 100 miles on them, including a 50k, and I haven't had any issues with the heel feature (but it is a change over earlier editions). While it's still too soon to say whether it's my favorite edition yet (I loved 4 and 5), overall I'm sufficiently pleased to snag another pair.

This may be my favorite Altra shoe. I also have the Escalante 4, Lone Peak 8, and Via Olympus 2, all in size 12 (same for Olympus 6). I see some complaining about sizing in these reviews. The truth is that you need to tie zero drop shoes tighter than normal shoes. When I've left them loose, I've had my feet slip forward and bruised my toes, but when they are tight, this does not occur. This is especially important for the higher stack shoes like the Olympus 6 and Via Olympus 2 because the toeboxes are large and will not automatically secure your feet unless you tie them tight enough. The Olympus 6 is great because it has a lot of cushioning without the heavily rockered feel of the Via Olympus 2. The insole of the Via Olympus 2 is also more "supportive" in a bad way that can result in blisters, especially around the heel. The Olympus 6 simply lets my heel sit where it needs to and is still secure. I would have expected the opposite given the use cases. I can easily take the Olympus 6 on my eight mile loop down and up two hills for about 1,300 feet of elevation, with some on trails and some on road/sidewalk. The shoes always feel secure and stable. I also use these on wet/snowy days on the road/sidewalk. I'm tempted to use them on dry days too because of how much more I like them compared to the Via Olympus 2. I hope the Via Olympus 3 is more like the Olympus 6 in terms of the gait/"rocker" and the insole.

I wear these while I teach and it helps my knee tendons heal since I tore them. I'm on my feet all day. Going outside in New England in the winter is no problem in these shoes. I'll try hiking when my knee heals but they are so attractive, I don't want to get them dirty. I love these shoes!

These shoes work very well for me with the way the heel secures the shoe to my foot while allowing my toes plenty of room. I like them so much that I bought 3 pairs.

I need to replace my Lone Peaks (which are total junk now) after the sole started to detach while I was hiking in Wyoming this summer. I bought the Olympus 6 to hike Mt. Whitney and Half Dome in October. I didn't get to hike Whitney due to weather, but did various hikes in Sequoia and Kings Canyon. These shoes handled wonderfully. The granite in Yosemite was the true test. I hiked roughly 16 miles to and from the half dome summit. These shoes were comfortable, stable, and had excellent grip and traction. I've read that the vibram on these has peeled off for other customers. It may be too soon to tell, but the construction and quality of these shoes seems to be built to last. Great shoes overall and I would recommend to anyone looking for more cushion and support for long distance hikes.

These are my 3rd pair of ultras and this particular pair being with the most cushion, I didn't think I would like it, but Altra AGAIN, has made me a huge fan by the way they make their shoes. I have had zero issues with the Olympus 6s. They are meant for trail but I wear them on the street as well when I'm training. I've read other reviews about heel spillage, but me personally I have not experienced anything like that, if anything just tighten the laces and it's gone. Again, the wide toe box has relieved my foot and ankle pain. I've tried every brand out there and 'these' are the ones. I highly recommend.

I have very wide feet. I mostly wore sandals, even when running, until I bought my first Altras (Lone Peak). Finally, shoes that fit! I still ran in sandals, then ran into a sharp rock with my heel, and ended up with planar fascitis. Lone Peak was no longer cushy enough, so I bought Olympus. I've been wearing them non-stop for the past 5 weeks. They've been really good, comfy, no pain at all when I wear them. Never thought I'd enjoy such thick soles, but I do. And they look cute. Thanks Altra for making shoes I can wear.

I'm blown away. It's been a long time since I've run in Altras. I had the first couple generations of the lone peak and loved them, but then moved away for whatever reason. When I'd come back from time to time I found that the quality was not quite what I expected. Coming back again this time, I'm happily satisfied both with the quality and the feel of the shoes. It's been a while since I've run in zero drop, but right out of the box I put the Olympus 6 to the test with a ten mile mountain run. They COULD NOT have performed better. Comfortable beyond belief, grippy as all heck, and most importantly, let me feel like I was running "naturally" again. They are a bit on the heavy side, but I'm intending these to be my "long days on my feet" shoe. Also, I'm a bigger guy so I don't feel like the weight is an issue. If today is any indication, I'll be happy for many more miles and long days on the trail. My only complaint is that I now have to buy a pair of Timps to go along with these!! Well Done Altra and it's good to be back running in your shoes!

I really love the Men's Olympus 6. Super Comfy and they go with anything I wear, weather its jeans or shorts. Great for hiking, and even for just everyday wear. I will buy another pair in a different color.

I have been a long time Hoka Stinson wearer for hiking but the soles don't hold up well for Grand Canyon and slick rock hiking. I decided to try the Olympus 6's and have been very pleased. The Vibram soles are grippy and durable with the same plush cushioning that I enjoyed with the Hokas. The Olympus runs about 1/2 smaller than the Hokas which caused the hassle of sending back a pair. There was a break in period for the cushioned heel but felt much better after a week. I'm wearing them for a rim to rim later this month and if they do well with that, I'm hooked.

As I prepare for my first tail race (10+ yr Altra road runner!), I'm confident I found my best shoe for the transition! I love the cushion and stability-tread the Olympus offers.

Ran two 20 mile trails and completed a 50k all within a few weeks of owning these. I truly love them and have officially found my go to trail shoes.

I'm an Altra purist and have been for 3 or 4 years. I have road and trail styles, but with the Olympus 6, Altra just outdid themselves. I purchased these for trail running on small gravel/dirt trails around the beach trails in the hills of the SoCal coast. Nothing technical, just a good sturdy and grippy shoe. The structure and protection level in the Olympus 6 is perfect- the toe has protection and the edge and bite of the sole works great. I was also looking for cushion and I would say the cushion is cloud-like. The reduction in fatigue from long runs is really noticed. The shoe is sturdy, but the comfort is level 10. By far my favorite 10+ miler trail shoe I've ever worn. I have to order another pair as these quickly became my dailies. I work in film production and I have lived in these since I purchased them. And not that I care, but I've gotten more compliments and asks about these shoes! The best- I can't say it enough.

Really comfortable My toes aren't cramped anymore Love them

I'm an avid runner getting about 20-25 miles per week over three runs. I spend as much time as I can on the trail. I started with the Timp for a few seasons, then progressed to the Mount Blanc and always avoided the Olympus because it just looked like it would be too unstable and heavy. I was really surprised with the firmness and stability of the cushioning, and compared to the Mount Blanc there is little to no heel movement. My feet also feel much more protected with this upper versus the Mount Blanc. That said they are a bit heavier, but nothing too noticeable. On the downhill I feel like I can press on the gas with more control. I'd recommend giving them a try!

I've used the shoe for over a month now and in no way am I disappointed. I love the look and especially the comfort they offer if I'm at work, hiking or chasing my kids. I am on my feet a large part of the day on various surfaces like tile, concrete, grass, pavement etc. and they are always comfortable and breathable. I liked how easy Altra is to work with and will be buying more shoes from them in the future, thanks!

I've had every iteration of the Olympus and they keep getting more and more comfortable! I just completed an ultra in the Olympus 6 and it held up to all types of conditions! Happy trails to you!