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  2. Hoka Stinson 7 vs The North Face Altamesa 500

Hoka Stinson 7 vs The North Face Altamesa 500

Hoka Stinson 7

Hoka Stinson 7

€144
The North Face Altamesa 500

The North Face Altamesa 500

€140

Quick verdict

Hoka Stinson 7

€144

The better pick if you want:

  • More cushioning (42 vs 36 mm heel stack)

The North Face Altamesa 500

€140

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (82 vs 78)
  • To spend $4 less
  • A lighter option (80 g less)
SpecsReview10Alternatives5

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

Hoka Stinson 7· leads in 1

Cushioning

The North Face Altamesa 500· leads in 1

Lightness

Tied

GripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    42 mmTop 4%
    36 mmTop 35%
  • Lightness

    365 g
    285 gTop 46%
  • Grip

    4 mmTop 50%
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $144Top 29%
    $140Top 26%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Hoka Stinson 7 vs The North Face Altamesa 500

Best value in this comparison
Feature
Hoka Stinson 7€144The North Face Altamesa 500€140

Essentials

€144
€140
2023
2024
365 g
285 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
pavement, trail, gravel and mixed terrain
Gravel paths and mountain trails
Trail and all-terrain running, long distance runs
Trail running and mountain training

Cushioning

5 mm
6 mm
42 mm
36 mm
37 mm
30 mm
Maximum cushioning with Active Foot Frame™ and softer CMEVA foam
DREAM foam for lightweight cushioning and rebound
Plush high stack cushioning for long distances
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Grip & protection

Durabrasion rubber with multi-directional lugs for versatile traction
SURFACE CTRL™ rubber with 4 mm grippy lugs
Reinforced rubber toe cap
—
Multi-directional lugs optimized for mixed surfaces
—

Upper & fit

Engineered jacquard mesh with breathability and durability
—
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On the terrain

How Hoka Stinson 7 vs The North Face Altamesa 500 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 groundAverage
Hoka Stinson 746
The North Face Altamesa 50054

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Hoka Stinson 765
  • Cushioning40/40
  • Lightness0/35
  • Smooth roll25/25
The North Face Altamesa 50076
  • Cushioning33/40
  • Lightness18/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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Hoka Stinson 7

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Hoka Stinson 7 vs The North Face Altamesa 500?

For value comparison: The Hoka Stinson 7 ($144) provides premium features compared to the The North Face Altamesa 500 ($140). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Hoka Stinson 7 or the The North Face Altamesa 500?

The The North Face Altamesa 500 is newer: it came out in 2024, and the Hoka Stinson 7 in 2023.

Looking for alternatives to Hoka Stinson 7?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Adidas Terrex Agravic 4
Adidas Terrex Agravic 4

Adidas

$145+$1Score 74−4

Better than Hoka Stinson 7 at:

  • A lighter option (96 g less)
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2Adidas Terrex Agravic 3
Adidas Terrex Agravic 3

Adidas

$140−$4Score 87+9

Better than Hoka Stinson 7 at:

  • A higher overall score (87 vs 78)
  • To spend $4 less
  • A lighter option (90 g less)
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3Asics Fuji Lite 6
Asics Fuji Lite 6

Asics

$140−$4Score 85+7

Better than Hoka Stinson 7 at:

  • A higher overall score (85 vs 78)
  • To spend $4 less
  • A lighter option (105 g less)
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