Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide
Valyermo, California
Altra Superior 6 Trail-Running Shoes - Women's
$104.93Compared to $130.00* Save 19%
When you want to feel agile on the trails, the women's Altra Superior 6 trail-running shoes provide lightweight cushion and plenty of grip to get you out exploring at whatever pace you like to run.
Key Details
Trail-Running Shoe Type
Light-Trail
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm)
0
Running Shoe Cushioning
Minimal Cushion
Rock Plate
No
- Featuring the Altra signature FootShape™, these shoes give your feet more space to sit naturally and are designed to address biological differences in men's and women's feet
- Engineered knit textile uppers with updated ripstop quarter panels for lighter weight
- Improved vamp mesh for added breathability
- Burrito-style wraparound tongues give you a locked-in feel
- Balanced Cushioning™ platforms and FootShape toe boxes let your toes splay out naturally
- MaxTrac™ outsoles provide an ideal combination of grip, traction and durability
Imported.
View the Altra Superior Product LineView all Altra Women's Trail-Running Shoes| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Light-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Minimal Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 0 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 21 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 21 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Engineered knit textile |
| Lining | Nylon |
| Midsole | Compression molded EVA |
| Outsole | MaxTrac rubber |
| Rock Plate | No |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 0.4 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
Altra Footwear - Women's
| 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11..5 | 12 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 |
| EU | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 |
Sizing Notes
Altra’s unique FootShape™ toe box and zero to low shoes are built to place your foot in a natural position, with a stable and confident foundation to run on. When fitting, be sure to allow a full thumb’s width in front of your toes. If your feet are used to cramped toe boxes, Altra shoes may feel a little big at first. Give your toes some time to get used to the newfound wiggle room.
Altra offers a range of FootShape fits:
Original Fit: The fit that started it all, Original is the roomiest of the 3 options from Altra.
Standard Fit: The most common fit from Altra is right in the middle of Original and Slim.
Slim Fit: The slimmest-fitting Altra option still allows room for your toes to spread out naturally.
IS THIS SHOE TRUE TO SIZE? The product Features above will provide a suggestion if Altra advises you to size up or down in this particular shoe. If no such note exists, please order your regular size.
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AZcochise
AZ High Desert
Why the changes? Go backwards.
1 year ago
I’m a loyal Altra Superior wearer since the beginning, and this new iteration #6 has got to be the worst. Ok “customer care/development team” do you really pay attention and address your loyal following? For the last two iterations the shoe has become narrower, even men’s … the colors are a sincere joke (not everyone wants to wear a shoe that looks like the Easter bunny threw up) the materials used and replaced… are no longer as rugged and sturdy as the last several iterations…. It’s downright annoying and depressing. Shoe brands like Vivo/Xero are winning your faithful over… get back to basics, that’s the key to getting back on track and remaining loyal to your core supports.
Age:45–54
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Running Experience:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 9
No, I do not recommend this product
Alaska Ash
Anchorage Alaska
New seam added causes restriction & pain.
1 year ago
I own 3 pair of Astra Superior 5s, I went into try on some of the new Superior 6 shoes. There is a new seam on the outside of the shoe at the placement of the knuckles of the toes, at the end of the toe box where the lacing starts. The seam is very restrictive and caused the shoe to squeeze my foot to the point of light pain. I tried a few different shoes and two different sizes to try to mediate this issue. No Good! Painful shoe now that it has this added seam. I'm sure it was to increase the structure/stability of the shoe, but I can no longer wear my favorite Altras. :(
No, I do not recommend this product
Anonymous
Denver, CO
Wait for the next redesign if you love Superior
10 months ago
Unfortunately I had to return. I've been hiking in Altra Superiors for several years now - I just got another pair whenever they went on sale and never had a problem until the 8s. They suddenly and completely changed the shoe. It is very tight across the top of my foot around the knuckles to the point where my toes were falling asleep and the toe box is narrower than 7s and older. My toe knuckles were sore after just a couple miles. I stopped in a running store seeking an alternate and learned that Altra was bought out a couple years ago and have been redesigning, but seem to be responsive to all the negative customer feedback. Hoping the 9s go back to the old fit... otherwise I'll be reluctantly looking for a new brand.
Age:35–44
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 9.5
No, I do not recommend this product
danielle
not like the 5’s
1 year ago
I’ve worn the Superior 5’s for hundreds of miles of hiking and backpacking and loved them so much. These are not the same. The heel fits much different, they’re tighter in the toes, and feel too shallow. Not even close to the same shoe. They might work for some people, but if you’re looking for something to replace the 5’s, these are not it.
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 9
No, I do not recommend this product
GGGG
Nevada
Changed the size fittings.
2 years ago
This is my 3rd pair. I always get size 7. They were so narrow and uncomfortable. They must have drastically changed the fitting. I like this brand because they run more wide or you were able to get them in wide. No more. I ordered in a size 7.5. Much wider, but don’t fit properly. Very disappointing.
Age:45–54
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'2"
Average Weekly Mileage:30+ miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7
Yes , I recommend this product
Anna D
Seattle
Feel the Earth!
1 year ago
I love these trail runners! They have a minimal sole so you really feel the earth under your foot. Great for smaller trail runs.
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'6"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product
Sad customer
Poor packaging... full price for clearance item.
1 year ago
Received these said "new" trail running shoes in a packaging box. The tags demonstrated a red dot indicating usually a "clearance product" and I paid " Full Price".
Northwest hiker
Different
11 months ago
Very different from the 5’s. Not as mush toe spread room and don’t feel as minimal as the 5’s. Not comfortable for my feet. Returning.
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Running Experience:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 11
No, I do not recommend this product
NanaKat
Charlotte, NC
Runs tight
5 months ago
Definately not the same fit as my other Altras. The toebox is too tight. I really need a roomy toe box and that's the reason I have bought Altra in the past. Hopefully they go back to roomy.
Age:55–64
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'3"
Average Weekly Mileage:0–10 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 6
Running Experience:Casual
No, I do not recommend this product
Alicat
Tighter feeling than same size Superior 5!
4 months ago
I have two pair or Altra Superior 5s. I've worn a hole in one of them. They fit my feet like they were designed for them. The Superior 6s are way too snug. They look the same on the outside. I don't understand it. It feels like there isn't enough room for my wide forefoot. I like the new loops on the back and the soles feel as great as the others, but I am returning them.
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