Altra Olympus 7 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Altra Olympus 7

$194.95

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

£199.99

Quick verdict

Altra Olympus 7

$194.95

The better pick if you want:

To spend $4.99 less
A lower drop (0 vs 6 mm)

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

£199.99

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (91 vs 67)
A lighter option (65 g less)
More cushioning (37.5 vs 33 mm heel stack)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Altra Olympus 7· leads in none

Kiprun Kipsummit Race· leads in 2

CushioningLightness

Tied

GripAffordability

Cushioning
33 mm
38 mmTop 28%
Lightness
320 g
255 gTop 13%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$195
$200

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Altra Olympus 7 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (16)

Essentials

$194.95

£199.99

August 2026

February 2026

320 g

255 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Carbon-Plated Trail Racing Shoe

mixed and technical trails

runnable mountain trails, rocky and technical race courses

Long trail runs and ultras

Trail races and fast mountain ultras from 40 to 170 km

Cushioning

0 mm

6 mm

33 mm

37.5 mm

33 mm

31.5 mm

Altra EGO™ MAX midsole

Supercritical 100% ATPU foam with patented carbon plate

Plush zero-drop max cushioning

Plush yet propulsive cushioning for long efforts

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip with Traction Lug

Vibram® Megagrip Litebase with 4 mm Traction Lugs

High-stack underfoot protection

Carbon plate and anti-torsion elements

4 mm Vibram® Megagrip Traction Lugs

4 mm Vibram® Megagrip Litebase Traction Lugs

Upper & fit

Engineered mesh with FootShape™ fit

Patented lightweight, breathable sock-like upper that keeps debris out

Removable sockliner

FootShape™ wide toe box

Sock-like bootie with lace keeper on the tongue

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On the terrain

How Altra Olympus 7 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a ground							Average
Altra Olympus 7							53
Kiprun Kipsummit Race							62

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Altra Olympus 760

Cushioning27/40
Lightness8/35
Smooth roll25/25

Kiprun Kipsummit Race86

Cushioning35/40
Lightness26/35
Smooth roll25/25

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Altra Olympus 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Altra Olympus 7 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race?

For value comparison: The Altra Olympus 7 ($195) offers better affordability compared to the Kiprun Kipsummit Race ($199.99). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Altra Olympus 7 or the Kiprun Kipsummit Race?

The Altra Olympus 7 is newer: it came out in August 2026, and the Kiprun Kipsummit Race in February 2026.

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Better than Altra Olympus 7 at:

A higher overall score (87 vs 67)
A lighter option (92 g less)

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Mount to Coast M1

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$195Score 86+19

Better than Altra Olympus 7 at:

A higher overall score (86 vs 67)
A lighter option (40 g less)
More cushioning (38 vs 33 mm heel stack)

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Kailas Fuga Ex 330

Kailas

$199+$4Score 97+30

Better than Altra Olympus 7 at:

A higher overall score (97 vs 67)
A lighter option (35 g less)
More cushioning (39 vs 33 mm heel stack)

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Shoes

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Altra Olympus 7· leads in none

Kiprun Kipsummit Race· leads in 2

CushioningLightness

Tied

GripAffordability

Cushioning
33 mm
38 mmTop 28%
Lightness
320 g
255 gTop 13%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
6 mm
Affordability
$195
$200

Pick a ground

Average

Altra Olympus 7

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Altra Olympus 7 vs Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Altra Olympus 7

Kiprun Kipsummit Race

Quick verdict

Spec profile