The Lone Peak 9+ is essentially the Lone Peak 9, but instead of using Altra's proprietary MaxTrac outsole, the brand slapped the ever-so-reliable Vibram Megagrip outsole on the former.

This week we hit the trail in Altra’s most well-known shoe, the Lone Peak 8. Moderately cushioned for both trail running and thru-hiking, the Lone Peak 8 has all the brand’s signature features ...