The Altra Men's Lone Peak 8 is a zero-drop trail running shoe that is good for hiking and running across a wide range of conditions. It has a flatter geometry, relatively flexible forefoot, good traction, and a comfortable yet supportive upper. The shoe has grippy 5 mm multi-directional lugs with a rock plate and a rubber toe kick for protection, with well-draining mesh uppers that prevent sand and trail grit from entering.

Pros: 

• Wide, comfortable toebox
• Forefoot rock plate
• Deep 5mm lugs for traction
• Responsive midsole
• Natural barefoot feeling ride
• Breathable and durable ripstop upper mesh
• Dries quickly

• On the heavier side versus some alternatives
• Not as durable as heavier hikers
• Zero drop is primarily for movement, not ideal for standing still for extended periods.
• The Maxtrac outsole, while excellent in terms of its durability and traction, isn't made by Vibram.