
Scarpa Golden Gate 2
$179

The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
$170
Why is Scarpa Golden Gate 2 better than The North Face Altamesa 500 v2?
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Scarpa Golden Gate 2 vs The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
Feature | Scarpa Golden Gate 2 | The North Face Altamesa 500 v2 |
|---|---|---|
179 $ BEST | 170 $ | |
255 g | 278 g BEST | |
Trail Running Shoe | Trail Running Shoe | |
Road-to-trail, gravel and groomed trails | mixed and wet trails | |
4 mm | 6 mm BEST | |
28 mm | 44 mm BEST | |
24 mm | 38 mm BEST | |
Dual-density Bounce Foam with i-Respond system | Nitrogen-infused TPU midsole | |
PRESA® TRN-07 with ATR compound | SURFACE CTRL™ rubber outsole | |
Mesh with 3D-printed reinforcements, Sock-Fit LW | Engineered mesh upper | |
Removable sockliner | Removable sockliner | |
Sock-Fit LW with stretch tongue | Traditional lacing | |
Printed reinforcements | High-stack underfoot protection | |
4 mm lugs | Improved lugs for wet trails | |
Elastic and smooth rockered ride | Max cushioning for long runs | |
Daily training on mixed surfaces | Long trail runs and ultras | |
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