Altra

Olympus 5.0 Trail Running Shoe - Women's

Not the same as previous Olympus

I've been backpacking in the Olympus for years. This is the first pair to give me a blister. They also lasted half as long as my other Altras. I hope this is an exception and not the new norm.

perfect shoe

Super comfortable shoe, toe box is the best I've ever found. Excellent support and comfort. They make me want to walk all the time!

Sizing way off, slips off foot every step

I ordered the same size as my lone peaks. These were a full size too small, with my toes crammed up against the front of the shoe. The first step I took in them, I could feel my heel pulling out of the shoe. I walked across my kitchen, took them off, and returned them. They look amazing and I had high hopes, but was very disappointed in the shoe.

Different than any other Altras I've owned

Wore 3 days and I had SO many blisters (never a single one from my other Altras). Fabric also broke down after 3 days. Returned immediately.

Disappointed

Started the AT and in less than 100 miles the left toe started peeling back. 50 more miles, right shoe doing the same! both shoes are being held together with shoe goo. Expected them to last longer.

Great but not great

The reason I gave this shoe a three star review is because the cons outweigh the pros. I have purchased many of the Olympus before an overall they have been great. The pros: very comfortable, great grip on the soul and very durable. The cons: the shoelaces do not stay tied. The heel tends to slip out of the back of the shoe if not tied tightly enough. Also, the tongue of the shoe tends to slip. The laces are very hard to tighten from the toe of the shoe. Overall the comfort and the grip are worth it, if you are willing to put up with the cons I've listed.

Great shoe

I recently had a total knee replacement. Used to be a hoka lover but after knee surgery I really felt like I needed something more "balanced" feeling. These shoes are perfect. 4 months out and back to hiking because of how solid yet cushy they feel.

Olympus 5.0

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

7

I have 90 miles on them and they are holding tough. This is my first set of 5.0, But, started in the 2.5 edition years ago. I have neuropathy and Olympus are my go to running shoes. These seem to be smaller than my previous editions. And I'm not a fan of the rubber tongue, but I like the split in the tongue to keep the rubs down.

Like these but need in a wide to love them!

Wide widths are not really too available in Altra shoes. My first pair was the Paradign 7 and they're very comfortable but the blue is the only wide choice. I found these black & purple Olympus 5's and thought they really cute, but before ordering, I contacted customer service to see how the "original" (widest without being called wide) would feel compared to the wide width, and was assured they would be the same. I ordered, and could tell immediately by looking at them that they were much narrower. I sent them back, ordered up 1/2 size and removed the insole, and they feel pretty good. Would really love more wide widths with more color options.

Giving up on Altra

I made the mistake of buying these in December and placing them in my closet without trying them on. Now that I pulled them out to wear they are too small. now I'm stuck with these expensive shoes that hurt my toes. I just looked at the other shoe colors and sizes and it seems that the size I need are out of stock which is a red flag. I'm about to give up on this brand altogether and go back to Hokas.