Altra Timp 6

The Altra Timp 6 is a cushioned trail running shoe with Vibram® Megagrip outsole, Altra EGO™ MAX midsole, and breathable mesh designed for trail running and hiking.

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5 video reviews

€170

Pricier than 74% of shoes · category average €152

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Key specs

Weight: 324.6 g
Drop: 0 mm
Heel Stack: 30 mm
Forefoot Stack: 30 mm

Best for: Trail running, long-distance trail training, hiking, and rugged outdoor adventures

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

Weak points

CushioningLightnessGrip

Cushioning
30 mm
Lightness
325 g
Grip
3.5 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
Affordability
$170

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

€170

2026

324.6 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

technical trails, rugged terrain, long distances

Trail running, long-distance trail training, hiking, and rugged outdoor adventures

Cushioning

0 mm

30 mm

Altra EGO™ MAX foam for maximum cushioning with responsive energy return

High cushioning with breathable mesh and flexible upper for long-distance comfort

Grip & protection

Vibram® Megagrip redesigned for superior traction on varied surfaces

Reinforced zones provide protection while maintaining flexibility

Aggressive Vibram® lugs for grip on wet and dry trails

Upper & fit

Soft rolled mesh (85% RPET) with integrated reinforcements for durability and protection

Standard Altra FootShape™ ergonomic insole for natural toe splay

Traditional lacing with evolved fit for secure midfoot and roomy toe box

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On the terrain

How Altra Timp 6 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.

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Altra Timp 6							48

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Altra Timp 654

Cushioning22/40
Lightness7/35
Smooth roll25/25

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A higher overall score (91 vs 55)
A lighter option (47 g less)
More cushioning (44 vs 30 mm heel stack)

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Better than Altra Timp 6 at:

A higher overall score (90 vs 55)
A lighter option (61 g less)
More cushioning (33 vs 30 mm heel stack)

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Merrell MTL Long Sky 2

Merrell

$170Score 85+30

Better than Altra Timp 6 at:

A higher overall score (85 vs 55)
A lighter option (90 g less)
Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 3.5 mm)

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Popular Comparisons

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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

Weak points

CushioningLightnessGrip

Cushioning
30 mm
Lightness
325 g
Grip
3.5 mm
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
Affordability
$170

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Altra Timp 6

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