Epic Win

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

Runs small

Size Bought

13

Height

6` 2"

Weight

190 lbs

This is a beautifully crafted piece of footwear that is designed for a uniquely shaped foot. Some people like to complain about the subtle changes from the previous version, but Altra clearly states that this is now a “performance” fit, so obviously some tweaks were made. If you have a wide forefoot and narrow heel, you will absolutely love this shoe, as it will fit you better than anything else ever has. If you don’t like it, move on. Otherwise, do not badmouth a company that is trying to produce a complete line of shoes to fit everybody, instead of one shoe to fit everybody. I have purchased 6 pairs so far, and plan on buying more to stash away. That way, if Altra changes it again, I won’t be on review boards complaining about the company and using words like “Epic” that were cool for three minutes in 2014.

Adam T.

Epic Fail

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

11

Weight

175 lbs

It's pretty obvious what happened to this shoe, which could have been great and instead is terrible. They designed the whole shoe, and it was a masterwork. Then someone got the bright idea of making the insole much thicker but forgot to adjust the volume of the upper to compensate. The result: constriction across the first knuckle of the big toe, and numb toes for miles. If you have some other, thinner insoles around, perhaps from a previous pair of Altras, you can swap them out and be fine. Otherwise prepare for pain. Just like the Torin Plush, you might be able to stretch the forefoot and pack out the insole enough to escape the pain if you can endure a hundred miles in this shoe before then, but otherwise either plan to swap the insole or wait for the next version when Altra will undoubtedly fix this glaring bungle.

Owen W.

Soft and Light

Fit:

True to size

Altra hit the ball out of the park in my opinion with the Timp 2. A great easy day trail shoe that can pick up the pace when you need it to, would be a great option for anything from a marathon to 50 mile trail race. The fit for me is the best I have ever felt in an Altra trail shoe with excellent midfoot lock down and enough room through the toe box but not the sometimes sloppy feeling I have experienced in other models like the lone peak 4. The Quantic midsole foam feels very cushioned as well as responsive when you need it to without feeling to squishy or soft, just in that sweet spot. The lug pattern on the Timp 2 maintains plenty of traction through mud, snow, and ice while really feeling best on hardpacked trails and road to trail situations. The Timp 2 feels like the Torin 4 with a trail ready sole and more breathable upper, so if you are a fan of the Torin you will love the Timp 2. In the 100 or so miles I have put in the Timp 2 so far I havent noticed much as far as wear and would expect this shoe to last at least 350 miles. Because its lighter and more cushioned than the lone peak, I would recommend this to anyone looking at Altra trail shoes as its really the standout model in their line up right now!

Andrew Butterworth

Does this shoe have a sole plate to protect the bottom of your foot from rocks?

Albert T.