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Have you called the customer service number for Altra? They might be able to help.
I buy insoles from the Insolestore.com. They may be able to recommend insoles that would suit your needs from their extensive selection.
I've been using Superfeet (Green) in my Altra Lone Peaks, with no problem. I just checked with my fingers, and I can't feel any gap at the sides.
I always replace my Altra insoles with orange superfeet because I need the extra cushioning. When I trim them to fit there is an 1/8th inch or so gap on one side of the top but it doesn't cause any problems. I walked in daily rain last May and i removed the insoles for drying. Both the shoes and the insoles were dry before morning. Actually the shoes dried faster than the newspaper stuffed boots that many wear. I also made a pair of flip-flops out of the original insoles to wear around the albergue. I accidentally stepped in a puddle and found they dried quickly after I blotted them with a paper towel. So my point is you probably don't need extra insoles and if you do decide you want them you can buy great insoles in Spain.
Just bring a pair of waterproof socks. Check out DexShell. The innersoles will dry out fast, but the Altras let water in fast. Use the socks on rainy days. Really work wellHas anyone found an insole that will fit properly in Altra shoes? I have a pair of Altra Lone Peak 3.5's that are really comfortable and I would like to wear them on the Camino this summer. The problem is that I would like a spare set of insoles in case the ones that come with the shoes get wet, I can swap them out.
The problem I have had finding replacements is that none of them are wide enough in the toe area to fit the "foot shaped" design of the shoe. I'm worried about getting blisters from my toes sitting on the edge of the aftermarket insole. I've tried the cheap Dr. Scholl's cut to fit insoles, which were the widest I could find at a drug store, but they still aren't wide enough in the toe area. They also didn't conform well to the heal and arch area.
I also checked Altra's website, but I don't see anything regarding replacement insoles. Their shoes seem to be pretty popular with thru hiker's, I would think there would be a market for them. I guess they would rather you just by another pair of shoes! I've seen some posts on backpacking forums recommending Superfeet green or Superfeet Trailblazer insoles for Altra's, but they still appear to be very pointy in the toe area and don't look like they would completely fill up the shoe. I don't really want to spend the dinero to find out, so I would appreciate any feedback I can get.
Just bring a pair of waterproof socks. Check out DexShell. The innersoles will dry out fast, but the Altras let water in fast. Use the socks on rainy days. Really work well
Has anyone found an insole that will fit properly in Altra shoes? I have a pair of Altra Lone Peak 3.5's that are really comfortable and I would like to wear them on the Camino this summer. The problem is that I would like a spare set of insoles in case the ones that come with the shoes get wet, I can swap them out.
The problem I have had finding replacements is that none of them are wide enough in the toe area to fit the "foot shaped" design of the shoe. I'm worried about getting blisters from my toes sitting on the edge of the aftermarket insole. I've tried the cheap Dr. Scholl's cut to fit insoles, which were the widest I could find at a drug store, but they still aren't wide enough in the toe area. They also didn't conform well to the heal and arch area.
I also checked Altra's website, but I don't see anything regarding replacement insoles. Their shoes seem to be pretty popular with thru hiker's, I would think there would be a market for them. I guess they would rather you just by another pair of shoes! I've seen some posts on backpacking forums recommending Superfeet green or Superfeet Trailblazer insoles for Altra's, but they still appear to be very pointy in the toe area and don't look like they would completely fill up the shoe. I don't really want to spend the dinero to find out, so I would appreciate any feedback I can get.
You are right Lone Peaks last about 1 Camino Frances.I'm using Lone Peak 4 on my Camino. I have 2 pairs. One for training and one for Spain (these shoes don't last more than 1000km). I will be bringing a pair of waterproof socks for wet days. The L.P. 4 has drain holes in the sole. Not sure if the 3 has them. Otherwise I haven't found any insoles that fit
Superfeet greens also come in wide...I'm going to try them in my altra lone peak 4.0'sHas anyone found an insole that will fit properly in Altra shoes? I have a pair of Altra Lone Peak 3.5's that are really comfortable and I would like to wear them on the Camino this summer. The problem is that I would like a spare set of insoles in case the ones that come with the shoes get wet, I can swap them out.
The problem I have had finding replacements is that none of them are wide enough in the toe area to fit the "foot shaped" design of the shoe. I'm worried about getting blisters from my toes sitting on the edge of the aftermarket insole. I've tried the cheap Dr. Scholl's cut to fit insoles, which were the widest I could find at a drug store, but they still aren't wide enough in the toe area. They also didn't conform well to the heal and arch area.
I also checked Altra's website, but I don't see anything regarding replacement insoles. Their shoes seem to be pretty popular with thru hiker's, I would think there would be a market for them. I guess they would rather you just by another pair of shoes! I've seen some posts on backpacking forums recommending Superfeet green or Superfeet Trailblazer insoles for Altra's, but they still appear to be very pointy in the toe area and don't look like they would completely fill up the shoe. I don't really want to spend the dinero to find out, so I would appreciate any feedback I can get.
Just today finished my 2nd Frances from SJPdP. I wore Altra Lone Peak 3.5 with Superfeet Green insoles cut to size both times - no blisters, no foot problems. But if you have been training in your LPs then get a new pair for the walk. After about 1000km they are done, the sole (not Vibram) is worn and the padding compressed, but the stitching etc is still in good order. Both times I wore my LPs virtually straight out of the box with only a short 20-30 km walk to ‘run them in’. No problems at all - take note of Dave Bugg’s comments re sizing/fit though - if in doubt, go a bit bigger than normal. PS, I also swear by Injinji pure wool inner ‘toe glove’ socks under thicker merino wool outer socks. CooeeHas anyone found an insole that will fit properly in Altra shoes? I have a pair of Altra Lone Peak 3.5's that are really comfortable and I would like to wear them on the Camino this summer. The problem is that I would like a spare set of insoles in case the ones that come with the shoes get wet, I can swap them out.
The problem I have had finding replacements is that none of them are wide enough in the toe area to fit the "foot shaped" design of the shoe. I'm worried about getting blisters from my toes sitting on the edge of the aftermarket insole. I've tried the cheap Dr. Scholl's cut to fit insoles, which were the widest I could find at a drug store, but they still aren't wide enough in the toe area. They also didn't conform well to the heal and arch area.
I also checked Altra's website, but I don't see anything regarding replacement insoles. Their shoes seem to be pretty popular with thru hiker's, I would think there would be a market for them. I guess they would rather you just by another pair of shoes! I've seen some posts on backpacking forums recommending Superfeet green or Superfeet Trailblazer insoles for Altra's, but they still appear to be very pointy in the toe area and don't look like they would completely fill up the shoe. I don't really want to spend the dinero to find out, so I would appreciate any feedback I can get.
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