Altra mont blanc carbon 1

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Altra mont blanc carbon 1

Price

$380

Rating

High

Popularity

Less Popular

The Altra Mont Blanc Carbon 1 is a premium trail running shoe designed for high performance, sitting above the standard Mont Blanc model in Altra's lineup with enhanced cushioning and responsiveness from its carbon plate.

Altra
Altra mont blanc carbon
3 colorways

Colorway: White Red

Widths available: normal

Summary

The Altra Mont Blanc Carbon 1 is a performance-oriented trail running shoe designed to cater to ultra-distance runners seeking speed, comfort, and efficiency. It is equipped with a carbon-fiber plate offering enhanced propulsion and energy return, making it an excellent choice for competitive athletes tackling rugged terrains. The shoe features Altra's signature FootShape toe box, providing ample space for toe splay, contributing to a natural and comfortable fit, and a Zero Drop platform which encourages a natural foot strike. As part of Altra's lineup, the Mont Blanc Carbon 1 sits at the upper end of their performance trail running category, combining cutting-edge technology with Altra's core design principles, making it distinct from the Lone Peak series known for versatility and durability, and the Superior series geared towards lighter terrain and shorter distances.

Surface

trail

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(29mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(ALTRA EGO™ MAX upper)

Weight

309g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

0mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax(medium density, 3.5mm lugs)

Suitability

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Pros & Cons

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Fittir conducts a detailed analysis of the Altra mont blanc carbon 1 to provide you with a comprehensive overview of the shoes features, pros, and cons based on 13 wear-tester reviews.

Most Mentioned Pros

Most Mentioned Cons

bounce (2)
midsole (2)
responsiveness (1)
rebound (1)
spring (1)
cushioning (1)
construction (1)
comfort (1)
Pros
"The carbon plate enhances performance without compromising much ground feel, providing a good blend of cushioning and responsiveness."
carbon plate
cushioning
ground feel
"The Altra Mont Blanc Carbon has a high rebound midsole that helps maintain a quick cadence."
midsole
cadence
push off
"The carbon plate provides increased spring and stride length, aiding in covering more ground."
carbon plate
stride length
propulsion
"The midsole structure provides adequate cushioning and stability during heel strikes, ensuring comfort while descending."
heel strike
descending
stability
"The midsole provides good bounce after breaking in."
midsole
EGO PRO
bounce
"The midsole cushioning is responsive, providing a good bounce while maintaining durability."
ego Pro
energy return
durability
"The shoe features a high level of cushioning that protects the feet during runs."
cushioning
protection
resilience
"The midsole provides a comfortable and soft feel while running."
cushion
midsole
softness
"The midsole features a unique Rim and Core construction for improved response."
midsole
EGO Pro
lightweight
"The cushioning underfoot is highly appreciated for its comfort and responsiveness."
Ego Max
soft
responsive
"The shoe provides excellent foot protection for rugged trails."
foot protection
trail running
rugged
Cons
"The shoe has limited energy return."
energy return
performance
cushioning
"The midsole foam is weak and affects performance."
midsole foam
performance
cushioning
"The midsole becomes excessively firm in cold conditions."
cold conditions
midsole firmness
performance
"The shoe does not have the maximum stack height that some runners may prefer."
stack height
cushioning

upper quality (1)
toe box (1)
upper (1)
textiles (1)
heel fit (1)
initialFeel (1)
stiffness (1)
padding (1)
Pros
"The shoe is equipped with a high-quality upper that offers comfort during runs."
breathable
comfortable
"The shoe features a rounded, anatomic toe cap that allows for ample room for the toes, catering well to runners' needs."
roomy
anatomic design
"The shoe's lightweight and breathable upper balances durability and comfort, suitable for long mileage."
breathability
durability
lightweight
"The shoe maintains comfort with soft inner textiles."
comfortable
inner textiles
soft
"The heel cup design offers a high level of comfort and secure fit."
comfortable
secure fit
padded
"The shoe is very comfortable right out of the box."
comfort
footFit
firstImpression
Cons
"The shoes may not be suitable for those used to a more rigid shoe structure, potentially leading to discomfort over long distances."
comfort
carbon plate
rigidity
"There is minimal padding in the tongue which may lead to discomfort during runs as feet swell."
padding
discomfort
tongue
"The shoe lacks a truly stable feel due to the minimal cushioning and structure when landing."
hurt
strike
minimal cushioning
"There was previously a risk of debris entering the shoe, but it can still be a concern."
debri entry
movement
heel lock

outsole (2)
upper material (1)
protection (1)
lightweight (1)
heel_padding (1)
foam (1)
material (1)
Pros
"The Mont Blanc Carbon has proven durability in its construction, especially concerning the outsole."
Vibram
durability
"The Mont Blanc Carbon upper maintains durability while making notable changes for better performance, including a thicker fabric and a toe bumper."
durability
fabric quality
toe bumper
"The addition of the carbon plate provides excellent rock protection."
carbon plate
rock protection
trail durability
"The shoe is surprisingly lightweight, making it ideal for racing."
lightweight
durability
race-day
Cons
"The heel padding is fragile, impacting durability."
fragility
durability
heel padding
"The shoe's midsole foam wears quickly compared to expected durability standards."
wear
durability
"The upper provides less protection compared to more heavily built trail shoes."
upper
protection
durability
"There are concerns about the durability of the Vibram outsole after only a few miles."
durability
outsole
Vibram
"The exposed foam on the outsole is prone to damage."
exposed foam
damage
durability
"The shoe may lack durability due to the soft materials used in the upper."
soft
protection
durability

weight (4)
lightness (2)
propulsion (2)
ride quality (1)
performance (1)
speed (1)
response (1)
grip (1)
Pros
"It is remarkably lightweight, making it an ideal choice for fast-paced running."
lightweight
speed
"The Mont Blanc Carbon has an impressively light weight, making it a competitive choice for long-distance races."
lightweight
performance
racing
"The shoe's lightweight design makes it suitable for long-distance racing."
lightweight
long-distance
racing
"The shoe is lightweight, enhancing the running experience."
lightweight
performance
"The overall ride of the Mont Blanc Carbon is characterized as smooth and refined, offering a well-balanced experience."
smooth ride
refinement
"The lightweight design of the Mont Blanc Carbon contributes to a nimble and responsive feel, enhancing performance."
lightweight
nimble
responsive
"The shoe maintains a lightweight feel, which enhances the experience during longer runs."
lightweight
speed
long runs
"The shoe excels in performance over longer distances and during faster efforts once it fits properly."
long distance
performance
varied efforts
"The shoe rolls with ease due to its carbon plate, enhancing speed and efficiency for trail running."
carbon plate
efficiency
speed
"The carbon plate enhances performance on trails by providing extra spring."
carbon plate
spring
trail performance
"The shoe performed well on technical trails without loss of grip."
technical trails
descents
ascent
"The Carbitex plate contributes to a fast and propulsive experience when running at increased speeds."
Carbitex
performance
speed
"The carbon plate enhances propulsion and comfort while running."
carbon plate
propulsion
performance
"The updates to the shoe have improved its responsiveness compared to the previous model."
responsiveness
performance
upgrades
"The shoe has thoughtful upgrades that enhance overall performance for long distances."
performance
upgrades
Cons
"The benefits of a carbon plate for trail use are still unclear."
performance
unclear benefit
"The carbon plate is too stiff for uneven trail surfaces."
carbon plate
trail running
uneven terrain
"The shoe lacks significant propulsion and 'pop'."
propulsion
carbon plate
running feel
"The Carbitex plate does not provide much propulsion and feels similar to a rock plate."
plate
performance
propulsion
"The flexibility of the carbon plate may not provide enough rebound for some runners."
carbon plate
flexibility
rebound effect

heel (3)
width (2)
length (2)
versatility (1)
heel retention (1)
toe box (1)
features (1)
toebox (1)
Pros
"The shoe features a mainstream last that accommodates a variety of foot shapes, offering improved fit for many runners."
fit
mainstream last
accommodation
"Improvements in heel retention make the shoe feel more secure compared to previous models."
heel retention
fit
"The roomy toe box design allows the feet to spread out comfortably during runs."
roomy
fit
comfort
"The shoe features an anatomic toe box."
anatomic
fit
toe box
"The shoe includes features, such as a gusseted tongue and additional lace holes, that enhance fit and comfort while keeping debris out."
gusseted tongue
additional lace hole
comfort
"The shoe provides a comfortable fit with a standard toebox design that accommodates foot swelling during long runs."
comfort
swelling
fit
"The redesigned heel cup provides a reliable lock down fit."
heel cup
lock down
fit improvement
"The fit remains excellent with no hot spots or rubbing during runs."
fit
no hot spots
running comfort
"The upper provides a comfortable fit with good midfoot lockdown and ample toe space."
midfoot
toe box
comfort
"The shoe is designed with a snug midfoot lock for improved fit."
snug fit
midfoot
lock
"The shoe fits true to size, providing a consistent fit for runners."
fit
consistency
comfort
"The toe box design is roomy and fits well for runners with larger feet."
fit
spacious
"There is good heel fit and lockdown, enhancing the overall comfort while running."
fit
secure
heel
"The new flat laces help to keep the shoe securely fit and prevent coming undone."
fit
secure
laces
Cons
"The shoe's overall shape may not meet expectations for wide-foot runners."
toebox width
fit
narrow
"The shoe may not fit wide-footed runners well due to its narrower design."
fit
narrow
wide-foot
"The shoe fits slightly long, which may be a concern for some runners."
size
long fit
"Those running shorter distances may find sizing adjustment necessary."
sizing
adjustment
"The heel fit is loose, leading to slippage during runs."
heel slippage
fit security
"The heel cup comes up too short, leading to a poor fit around the heel."
heel
fit
lockdown
"The fit in the heel still leaves room for improvement."
lockdown
fit
"The toe box fit feels surprisingly small, making the shoe run a quarter size small."
toe box
fit
size
"The shoe has a somewhat narrow fit, which may not suit all runners."
fit
narrow
"Laces are extremely long and may come untied during runs."
laces
lockdown
untied
"The heel collar is wide, which might not provide a snug fit for all runners."
heel
wide
fit
"The shoe is not typically recommended for first use without prior experience."
recommendation
caution

flexibility (3)
drop (2)
natural motion (1)
responsiveness (1)
support (1)
stoneProtection (1)
heel_striking (1)
heel_counter (1)
Pros
"The Altra Mont Blanc Carbon features a zero-drop midsole, enhancing the natural gait of the runner."
zero-drop
natural gait
"It has a zero drop design, which is unique in the trail super shoe market."
zero drop
stability
"The flexible carbon plate allows the shoe to adapt to uneven ground, which is essential for trail running."
carbon plate
trail
adaptability
"The shoe's design allows for some side-to-side flexibility, enhancing stability on varied terrain."
flexibility
stability
terrain adaptation
"The Altra Mont Blanc Carbon is very flexible, allowing for natural foot movements."
natural movement
flexibility
carbon plate
"The shoe's Zero Drop design encourages a more natural midfoot landing, improving comfort and stability."
Zero Drop
midfoot landing
comfort
"It features a stable design that allows for responsive movement on tight turns."
stability
flexibility
responsive
"The shoe utilizes an effective carbon fiber plate that enhances stability."
carbon fiber
stability
trail running
"There is effective stone protection, reducing the risk of injury during rough runs."
stability
comfort
protection
Cons
"The shoe is not ideal for heel strikers due to its design."
heel strikers
design flaw
stability
"The heel counter is very flexible, reducing support."
flexibility
support
stability
"The shoe lacks torsional stiffness which may affect stability."
torsional
support
"The shoes lack the traditional stiffness found in typical carbon-plated shoes, which could affect some runners’ performance expectations."
carbon plate
stability
performance
"While the shoes feature a breathable upper, the lack of plastic in the heel cup might allow too much movement, potentially affecting stability."
heel cup
stability
movement
"The shoe lacks a modern rocker which impacts its ease of use for speedy runs."
rocker
performance
"The carbon plate may not provide enough support for some runners."
carbon plate
support
flexibility
"Some runners may experience issues with ankle rolling when running on rough terrain."
ankle roll
narrow base
terrain
"The shoe may feel overly pliable for runners looking for more rigidity."
pliability
rigid
flexibility

traction (2)
versatility (1)
muddy surfaces (1)
wet surfaces (1)
mud (1)
Pros
"The shoe incorporates a superior Vibram Megagrip outsole, providing excellent grip and traction on various terrains."
Vibram
traction
"The shoe features a reliable Vibram outsole that provides solid traction in 99% of conditions, enhancing performance on various terrains."
Vibram
traction
varied terrain
"The Vibram Litebase outsole offers versatility and traction on a range of surfaces."
Vibram
outsole
traction
"The Vibram MegaGrip Lite Base outsole offers great traction on various surfaces including wet and dry."
outsole
grip
traction
"The VIBRAM Litebase Megagrip ensures excellent grip in varying conditions."
Vibram
Megagrip
grip
"The Vibram Megagrip outsole provides excellent traction on various terrains, performing well even in muddy conditions."
Vibram
muddy trails
high traction
"The outsole offers excellent traction on various terrains."
traction
Vibram
outsole
"The outsole provides excellent grip on various surfaces, enhancing trail performance."
outsole
vibram
wet surfaces
"The shoe provides excellent grip, especially important for technical terrain."
grip
traction
technicalTerrain
"The outsole material is designed for excellent grip on hard-packed trails, providing versatility across various conditions."
outsole
Vibram
hard-packed trails
Cons
"The traction may not perform well in challenging conditions."
traction
challenging conditions
"The traction is average and may not suffice for very aggressive terrains."
average
versatility
"Not enough grip for wet and muddy conditions."
Grip
lugs
wet conditions
"The shoe might not provide optimal performance on wet surfaces, based on limited testing."
grippy
wet surfaces
testing
"The shoe does not provide adequate grip in muddy conditions."
mud
slipping
grip

price (4)
design (1)
safety (1)
weight (1)
drainage (1)
appearance (1)
reflectiveDesign (1)
controversy (1)
Pros
"The shoe has a distinctive and attractive design that appeals visually."
aesthetic
visual appeal
"Reflective elements added to the shoe enhance safety, making them suitable for low-light conditions."
reflective elements
safety
"The shoe's weight is balanced, feeling lighter than it is."
weight
feel
lightweight
"The upper design drains well, adding a functional advantage for wet conditions."
upper
drainage
wet conditions
"The shoe's design is visually appealing, attracting attention with its aesthetic."
visuals
design
"The shoe's design includes reflective material which is useful during low light conditions."
safety
design
Cons
"The price point is considered high for this shoe."
high price
value
"The shoe is expensive compared to other trail shoes."
cost
expensive
"The shoe is considered expensive compared to its competitors."
cost
value
"The shoe is quite expensive compared to others in the market."
expensive
cost
"Zero-drop shoes are still a controversial choice among runners."
zero-drop
controversial
"Concerns about potential long-term effects of reliance on cushioned shoes."
cushioning
long-term effects
injury risk
"The unique midsole construction leads to squeaking sounds during use."
midsole
construction
noise
"The laces are excessively long, creating a mess without a proper lace garage."
laces
design
"The shoe emits a strong glue smell which can be unpleasant."
smell
quality
"The color options may be visually confusing and hard to match with outfits."
aesthetics
design
"The shoe's low differential may not appeal to everyone."
differential
universal appeal
"There is a lack of sensitivity in the shoe's design."
sensitivity
underfoot feel
"The pull tab on the shoe is considered ineffective and hard to use."
pull tab
design
useless

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