Altra King MT 1.5 Trail Running Shoes

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While a thicker midsole, this is essentially a thicker barrier between you and underfoot trail hazards. What I mean by that is they are designed for thick mud, wet trails, snowy, icy conditions and technical rocky ground; so the construction of the shoes is just as hard as the terrain they are designed to conquer. is a burly shoe, loaded with ultra deep, 6mm lugs for unbeatable traction, plus an extra over-the-arch strap to really lock your foot in place when the terrain gets steep.

I took the King MT 2 on a linkup of five peaks outside of Palmer Lake, Colorado, in late March this year. I now realise exits of 30 kilometres without any worries, and I am ready to use them during a trail of 50 km with 2500 m D +. Some Whig leaders briefly considered attacking the Tory stronghold at Ninety Six, South Carolina; but they hurriedly dispersed after learning that a large Patriot army had been defeated at Camden three days previous. The versatility that characterizes this model remains intact, however, Altra designers have chosen to include small changes that will improve the user's running experience. The shoe’s highly durable tread means unbeatable traction and grip that performs across any surface, and readily adapts to for uphills, downhills, lateral movement, and fast stops.That said, the Torrent is definitely a more mainstream choice, particularly if you’re a heel-striker, and is better suited to longer runs. I accept the terms and conditions, and conditions of use, I have read the privacy policy and I confirm that I am over 16 years old. But on trails when you get your feet properly soaked the rapid drainage is nothing short of fantastic. The Altra King MT 2 is built for those who appreciate a sensitive shoe with mega-traction and a zero-drop design. On flatter, faster trails / races with a lot of harder surfaces, I would prefer more cushioned trail shoes like the Hoka Speedgoat, Salomon Sense Ride, or Altra Timp 2.

MegaGrip provides excellent grip for wet and dry ground, while maintaining a high level of durability. I think Altra has done a very good job of updating the King MT, with the King MT 2 being more comfortable and versatile than prior iterations, without losing out on the security, efficiency, and grip that people loved about the original. Not as much trail feel as the minimalist shoes I have used for several years, but then a little more protection.

The Overmountain Men crossed Roan Mountain the next day, and proceeded in a southerly direction for about thirteen days in anticipation of fighting the British Loyalist forces. features the brand’s well-known zero-drop platform, which has been lauded by testers in the past for its more natural feel. The largest differences are between performance status groups, and the smallest differences are between groups of patients with local disease and those with metastases. Plus, the upper’s quick-drying nylon and TPU overlay help keep feet clean and dry when you’re sloshing through rain, mud, and puddles. I was occasionally aware of it when stomping on a rock (or stepping over a log) and actually appreciated its presence.

Over the course of my time in the shoe, my favorite runs in it were in big mountains, on runs up to about 20-25 miles.Starting with the base, they have these deep, thick 6mm lugs that eat mud from breakfast, with very little cushioning under your sole to reduce the stack height and give you more control over technical ground.

I would say generally not an issue, but have worn several pairs of shoes in the past from other brands that have this non slip heel material, which has accelerated the wear of the heel of my socks. If I am heading out for a run in the mountains with technical terrain and / or inclement weather, the King MT 2 has become my go-to shoe.FootShape™ Toe Box: Allows your toes to spread out comfortably and naturally and for the big toe to reduce pronation. Everywhere I tested, the Megagrip rubber and wide-spaced toothy lugs made traction excellent, consistent, predictable and reliable.