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I appreciate the help! Yes, but they don’t carry a 14 for them. The shoe itself isn’t the problem as much as the size. So I’m looking to pivotHave you tried Zappos online?
I often get my older model but new New Balance there.
Hello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
Hello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
Try Topos. Similar zero drop. I like both, but prefer Topo. I started with Altra. I mostly wear Topo now. They have hiking boots, trail runners and regular running shoes. I wore these Trailventure 2s on my Camino last fall. See link. Looks like similar men’s shoes go up to size 15 on their website. I also took my regular trail runner’s thinking that I’d prefer them on the asphalt portions, but I never wore them. The boots were super comfortable.Hello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
Try Poshmark! I have bought almost all my Camino gear, shoes and clothes from here. It’s a second-hand online store, but many items are new with tags or in like new condition. There is currently one pair of Men’s Altra Olympus in size 14: https://posh.mk/9CuZu0vRtHbHello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
The Topo Athletic ULTRAVENTURE 3 is the comparable plush trail shoe to the Olympus 5. It also has the best in class Vibram full outsole as opposed to the Olympus somewhat problematic Vibram inserts glued onto the midsole. I haven't tried this brand yet but they seem to be garnering very positive reviews.Hello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
However, it's not a zero drop shoe.The Topo Athletic ULTRAVENTURE 3 is the comparable plush trail shoe to the Olympus 5.
No its not. I also prefer zero-drop (I wear Altras as my daily sneaker), but 5mm is still very minimal. That's what my Asics Trabuco Max2 have and I have been able to adapt seamlessly.However, it's not a zero drop shoe.
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The third edition of our best-selling Ultraventure series delivers its plushest and lightest ride yet, offering the most cushioned platform in our trail line up. We increased the stack height for more protection and even more comfort, while our updated ZipFoam™ compound provides a lighter...www.topoathletic.com
I have found some Hoka models to have very restrictive toe-boxes and other Hoka models to be more spacious. They should be tried on for fit. Though Hoka online site has a good return policy too.I swore by Altra until for the CF I needed more cushion in the sole, and shifted to Hokka. Had a great experience with that brand -- ordered the womens 12 to be delivered to my local REI, tried on both the Hokka and Altra, returned the Altra on-site.
Another point to consider is that this is the time of year when the new models are shipping out, and the old models have been discontinued, no longer to be restocked. Maybe try again in a few weeks to see if your local suppliers have the new models available?
Topo pursuit is 0 dropNo its not. I also prefer zero-drop (I wear Altras as my daily sneaker), but 5mm is still very minimal. That's what my Asics Trabuco Max2 have and I have been able to adapt seamlessly.
My husband was walking with Lone Peaks, but he is now liking the Altra Provision shoes. He said they are a little more cushioned, very light and the tread is lasting longer. I am a Loan Peak devotee (which I wore on my Camino), so I can’t personally speak to the Provisions, but he likes them.Hello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
Topo Trailventures are not zero drop. Heel is 33mm and forefoot is 28mm for a 5mm drop.Try Topos. Similar zero drop. I like both, but prefer Topo. I started with Altra. I mostly wear Topo now. They have hiking boots, trail runners and regular running shoes. I wore these Trailventure 2s on my Camino last fall. See link. Looks like similar men’s shoes go up to size 15 on their website. I also took my regular trail runner’s thinking that I’d prefer them on the asphalt portions, but I never wore them. The boots were super comfortable.
Edit. I forgot to say. They are also wide toe box, natural foot shape.
I used these on my Camino and they held up beautifully for the whole Frances and would have been able to keep going had I not put them in a hot dryer when they were a bit damp and they shrank juuuust a bit sadly. I wear Lone Peaks daily and I really appreciated the extra cushion on the Mont Blancs. One word of warning on them is they like to tighten up across the forefoot when doing up the laces. I had to be very careful to ensure the most toe-ward lace had a bit of slack in it.I'm trying a pair of Altra Mont Blanc shoes at the moment. More cushioning than the Lone Peaks I am used to, but a little less than the Olympus. I like them so far. Buen Camino.
One review I read of the Mont Blancs showed alternative lacing patterns to aid with issues such as this. Here is the link: https://www.wildfiresports.com.au/blog/our-blog/shoe-lacing-styles/I used these on my Camino and they held up beautifully for the whole Frances and would have been able to keep going had I not put them in a hot dryer when they were a bit damp and they shrank juuuust a bit sadly. I wear Lone Peaks daily and I really appreciated the extra cushion on the Mont Blancs. One word of warning on them is they like to tighten up across the forefoot when doing up the laces. I had to be very careful to ensure the most toe-ward lace had a bit of slack in it.
I always replace the standard laces with elastic lock laces, so I don't have problems with tight spots.I used these on my Camino and they held up beautifully for the whole Frances and would have been able to keep going had I not put them in a hot dryer when they were a bit damp and they shrank juuuust a bit sadly. I wear Lone Peaks daily and I really appreciated the extra cushion on the Mont Blancs. One word of warning on them is they like to tighten up across the forefoot when doing up the laces. I had to be very careful to ensure the most toe-ward lace had a bit of slack in it.
Thanks!! They’re completely changing the Mont Blancs this year so I may try to pick up a couple pairs of the current model since they did so well.One review I read of the Mont Blancs showed alternative lacing patterns to aid with issues such as this. Here is the link: https://www.wildfiresports.com.au/blog/our-blog/shoe-lacing-styles/
Ah, that must be why I got mine at 35% off normal retail price.Thanks!! They’re completely changing the Mont Blancs this year so I may try to pick up a couple pairs of the current model since they did so well.
Yep! They’ve reworked the Timp to be closer to the previous Mont Blanc so that may be a decent option. I’ll definitely try a pair on when I can. I did a side by side of the Mont Blanc and the last Timp and the Mont Blanc was a bit more comfortableAh, that must be why I got mine at 35% off normal retail price.
I have the Topo Ultraventure 3 and - after years in Altras - I am a total convert. They are plush, have a wide toe box and are 5mm drop. They do have a couple models with 0 drop, too. Some podiatrists don't like zero drop https://www.gothamfootcare.com/blog...alking with little to no,the rest of the body.Hello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
Hoka speedgoat in wide May be your ticket!Hello all. I’ve got a relatively large shoe size (US14) and I love the Altra Olympus because they’re zero drop, super plush, and have a wide toe box. Problem is they’re sold out EVERYWHERE.
What to do?
I have trained quite a bit in the Altra lone peaks and am fairly confident I could use them, though as a big guy (250 lbs with pack) I like the plushness of the Olympus.
I’m also considering the Via Olympus, but I worry they won’t hold up as they aren’t really trail shoes.
Any other recommendations for plush, wide toe box, zero-drop type shoes?
I tried Timps a couple of years ago, and the wore out and fell apart quite quickly (only a couple hundred miles). That's when I switched to the Olympus and they are now my go-to shoe. Maybe the Timps are more robust nowadays, but they certainly don't have the sole cushioning of the Olympus. I also found that for Lone Peaks I could feel the rocks on the trail! Good luck!I just checked amazon and they have the Altra Timp’s 5 in size 14. They are cushiony. In between olympus and Altra feel.
I’m with you Bob. !I tried Timps a couple of years ago, and the wore out and fell apart quite quickly (only a couple hundred miles). That's when I switched to the Olympus and they are now my go-to shoe. Maybe the Timps are more robust nowadays, but they certainly don't have the sole cushioning of the Olympus. I also found that for Lone Peaks I could feel the rocks on the trail! Good luck!
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