Name: Altra Olympus
Brand: Altra
Rating: 84 (5 reviews)

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The <a href="/family/altra-olympus">Olympus</a> is a <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-neutral-trail-running-shoe-families">neutral trail running shoe family</a> using <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-vibram-tech-running-shoe-families">Vibram</a> technology from <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-altra-running-shoe-families">Altra</a>.The latest model in the family is the <a href="https://geerly.com/model/altra-olympus-5">Altra Olympus 5</a>.

Olympus 5

The <a href="/family/altra-olympus">Olympus</a> is a <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-neutral-trail-running-shoe-families">neutral trail running shoe family</a> using <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-vibram-tech-running-shoe-families">Vibram</a> technology from <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-altra-running-shoe-families">Altra</a>.The Olympus 5 is the newest model from the family, and went on sale in 2022. Its support type is designated as <a href="/categories/shoes/models/best-neutral-running-shoes">neutral</a>, meaning that it's designed for runners with <a href="/categories/shoes/models/best-neutral-pronation-running-shoes">neutral pronation</a>.

Olympus 4.0

Zach Bitter

Jeff Browning

Golden Harper

John Ellis

Yuki Ikeda

Galen Reynolds

The <a href="/family/altra-olympus">Olympus</a> is a <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-neutral-trail-running-shoe-families">neutral trail running shoe family</a> using <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-vibram-tech-running-shoe-families">Vibram</a> technology from <a href="/categories/shoes/families/best-altra-running-shoe-families">Altra</a>.The Olympus 4.0 is a <a href="/categories/shoes/models/best-zero-drop-running-shoes">zero drop</a> model. It has a breathable and rock plate reinforced sole design, and came out in 2020. As a <a href="/categories/shoes/models/best-neutral-running-shoes">neutral support shoe</a>, it's suitable for runners with <a href="/categories/shoes/models/best-neutral-pronation-running-shoes">neutral pronation</a>. The latest model in the family is the <a href="https://geerly.com/model/altra-olympus-5">Altra Olympus 5</a>.According to our analysis of reviews from experts around the world, it averages a review score of 84%. This puts it in the highest rated 40% of comparable <a href="/categories/shoes/models/best-running-shoes">running shoes</a>. According to our analysis of prices across the internet, at current rates it's in the most expensive 10% of <a href="/categories/shoes/models/best-running-shoes">running shoes</a>.

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the distance between the runner's foot and the ground – or the combined heights of the midsole, insole, and outsole.

Forefoot

the difference in height between heel and forefoot in a running shoe.

Heel to toe drop

the distance between the runner's heel and the ground.

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Terrain

Trail

 the type of support required to accommodate running style.

Support Type

Neutral

 the term used to describe the natural movement of the foot as it rolls inward.

Pronation Type

Neutral pronation

 the pattern in which the foot hits the ground.

Strike Type

Fore/Midfoot strike

 the area between the ball of the foot and the heel.

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High arch

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Altra Olympus

Characteristics
Sports	Running (+336)
Terrain	Trail (+111)
Brand	Altra (+8)
Support Type	Neutral (+287)
Pronation Type	Neutral pronation (+287)
Strike Type	Fore/Midfoot strike (+208)
Arch Type	High arch (+285)
Shoe Type	For big guys (+79)For heavy runners (+79)Low drop (+56)Maximalist (+120)Zero drop (+16)
Materials	Mesh (+238)
Techs	Vibram (+14)

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	‌ ‌ ‌ Altra Olympus 4.0	‌ ‌ ‌ Altra Olympus 5	‌ ‌ ‌ Altra Olympus 5 GTX
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priceBand	Price band
released	Released Jun 2020	Jul 2022
expertReviewScore	Expert Review Score ‌ ‌ 84%	‌ ‌	‌ ‌
productAthletes	Pro athlete users ‌ +4
Weight	Weight M: 329 g W: 272 g	349 g
Forefoot	Forefoot 33 mm	33 mm
Heel to toe drop	Heel to toe drop
Heel	Heel 33 mm	33 mm
Terrain	Terrain Trail	Trail
Support Type	Support Type Neutral	Neutral
Pronation Type	Pronation Type Neutral pronation	Neutral pronation
Strike Type	Strike Type Fore/Midfoot strike	Fore/Midfoot strike
Arch Type	Arch Type High arch	High arch
Shoe Type	Shoe Type For big guys For heavy runners Low drop Maximalist Zero drop	For big guys For heavy runners Low drop Maximalist Zero drop
Breathable	Breathable
Rock plate	Rock plate
Techs	Techs Vibram	Vibram

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Weight

Forefoot

Heel to toe drop

Heel

Terrain

Support Type

Pronation Type

Strike Type

Arch Type

Shoe Type

Breathable

Rock plate

Techs

Evolution of the Altra Olympus product family

Latest model

Altra Olympus characteristics and specifications

6 pro athletes who've used Altra Olympus

Related guides

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