DESCRIPTION

Altra Superior 7: Trail Running, Stripped Back to What Matters

In a market overflowing with overbuilt, overstacked trail shoes, the Altra Superior 7 is a breath of fresh mountain air. Lightweight, flexible, and low to the ground, this minimalist trail shoe is designed for runners who crave a natural, connected experience without sacrificing grip or durability.

With 22mm of balanced, zero-drop cushioning, the Superior 7 delivers just enough EVA foam to soften the impact of uneven terrain—while still allowing you to feel and respond to the trail beneath you. There’s no rock plate here, intentionally — the design favors foot flexibility and direct trail feedback over heavy protection, making it ideal for short to medium technical runs where agility, awareness, and foot strength matter.

The midsole’s new groove pattern adds improved flexibility for a slipper-like feel, while the updated MaxTrac™ outsolefeatures revised lug shapes for enhanced multi-surface grip. A textured mesh upper with TPU overlays and a protective netting finish ensures breathable comfort with added abrasion resistance, and the newly refined ghillie lacing systemprovides better lockdown and volume adjustment in the midfoot.

This is a trail shoe for purists — for those who value form, flow, and freedom over fluff. If you’re ready to reconnect with the ground beneath you and run trails with purpose, the Superior 7 is ready to take you there.

Best For

• Trail runners seeking a low-profile, natural-feel shoe for technical terrain and fast efforts

• Minimalist enthusiasts who want to build foot strength and proprioception without compromising grip

• Sub-ultra runners who value lightweight agility over plush protection

What You’ll Love

✅ Low-Profile Feel – 22mm of stack height and no rock plate for maximum ground connection and natural movement
✅ Flexible and Lightweight – New groove pattern and zero-drop design encourage stable, nimble footwork on technical trails
✅ Improved Grip – Updated MaxTrac™ outsole with revised lug pattern offers dependable traction on mixed terrain
✅ Refined Fit – Ghillie lace loop system improves lockdown and accommodates a range of foot shapes
✅ Trail-Ready Durability – TPU overlays and protective mesh offer breathable structure and toe protection

Key Features

• Weight: 204g / 7.2 oz

• Stack Height: 22 mm heel / 22 mm forefoot

• Drop: 0 mm (Balanced Cushioning™ platform)

• Midsole: Lightweight EVA with updated flexibility pattern

• Outsole: MaxTrac™ rubber with reconfigured lugs for enhanced grip

• Upper: Breathable mesh with TPU overlays, protective netting, and ghillie lacing

• Fit: Standard FootShape™ – average heel, snug midfoot, roomy toe box

• Extras: GaiterTrap™ tab for strapless gaiter attachment