Superior 6 Shoe - Women's
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Why We Like The Altra Superior 6 Shoe
Built for the trail runners who believe that less is more, the Altra Superior 6 is a nimble running shoe with plenty of trail feel. Starting around 8 ounces per shoe, the Superior boasts minimalist cushioning and the brand's famous blend of 0mm drop from heel to toe, a women-specific fit, and Footshape toe boxes that let our toes splay naturally. Updated for 2023, version 6 has updated the uppers with a new ripstop material, increased breathability in the vamp, and tweaked the Maxtrac outsoles for more tactile traction and durable tread.
Details
- Altra's minimalist trail shoe
- Best for simple dirt and gravel trails
- Synthetic mesh uppers cut weight and dry quickly
- Compression-molded EVA midsoles with a low 21mm stack height
- Balanced cushioning encourages a mid-foot strike
- Gaiter trap attachment points
- Standard Footshape Fit
- Item #ATRQ04O
- Upper Material
- synthetic
- Waterproofing
- none
- Closure
- lace
- Midsole
- EVA
- Sole
- Maxtrac (rubber)
- Last
- straight
- Support Type
- neutral, minimalist
- Cushion
- minimalist
- Heel / Forefoot Height
- 21mm
- Drop
- 0mm
- Claimed Weight
- [single] 8.1oz
- Activity
- trail running, hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
Reviews
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Overall Rating
3 based on 53 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMay 30, 2024
Why mess with perfection
I recently bought the Superior 6 after being a fan of the superior 5 for many years. I had to return them because they have extended the rubber toe past where it used to be thus causing pain in the small toe. Why did you ruin an incredible shoe that actually worked and was extremely comfortable? Please go back to the superior 5 style and don't mess with something that is already incredible. Luckily I was able to find several pairs of superior 5 elsewhere.
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
May 29, 2024
Review Update - found the right Altra!
I gave a negative review of the Superior 6 model and it really was a different shoe from the past. I'm thrilled to report that I went to a local outdoor and climbing store and tried on a couple of different Altras. The feel and fit of the Lone Peak 8 was fantastic. I bought my usual size and I am so happy. Please keep making this model with the perfect toe box and roomy feel in the front of the shoe, Altra. For these of us with wide feet you are the BEST!
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
May 22, 2024
Disappointed about Superior 6 changes
I was a SUPERFAN and hoped I could count on Altra shoes. But in the 4 years since my last order they've drastically changed. As others stated the inside volume in the front of the shoe is tight. The wide toe box doesn't compensate. It is a completely different fit. I Will try another model of Altra but I fear the company may not be accommodating the specific needs they once did. ) :
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
May 17, 2024
Changes to narrow toe box. Unwearable
The superior 5 was perfect. The 6 is very constrictive over the ball of the foot. Just put them on and toes already sore.
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
May 13, 2024
Yes. I will purchase again
I agree they changed the design, however, after wearing them a week or so. I like the firm stability but do tie them loose to accommodate the tighter toe box. Hopefully, the 7 will be a bigger toe box.
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
May 7, 2024
Too narrow
I generally love Altras for the natural foot shape but these are way too narrow across the top of my foot causing my toes to go numb. Otherwise a great shoe - just wish they were wider.
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
April 24, 2024
I would not buy these again.
Compared to the old superiors, these are way to narrow. The length of the shoe fits right. After wearing them for half an hour my feet started going numb. Not sure why they change fit of tgis shoe. They use to fit so comfortably and especially for people with bunions.
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
April 15, 2024
Way too tight in the forefoot
After 3 pairs of the 5 and not being able to find any more I tried these. They put my pinky toes to sleep, the length was fine but they were a tiny bit narrower but was to tight across the top !
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
March 28, 2024
Fits like the older Lone Peak, less tread
I have a narrow foot and loved the older Lone Peaks with little padding. This feels more like them. Lone Peaks 8 and all weather are now too wide for me in the mid-foot area, so I'm trying the men's Offroad to get adequate length and holding on to this one to see which fits best. I hate to give up the grippiness of the Lone Peaks, so only 4 stars. (I use them primarily for walking and hiking daily; older pairs become gardening shoes).
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
March 9, 2024
Ah! These are sooo Narrow!
I have run in the Superiors for 5 yrs now. I bought these shoes in November and just finally had a chance to wear these. But I'm not sure I can. My pinky toe is curling in because they are so narrow.
Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com
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