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Certainly can't beat Vibram for grip. The Altra maxtrac outsole is very good but durability is lacking

I wouldn't say they're exceptionally breathable, but I haven't had any issues in that area yet either. Sorry that's probably not a great answer but I suppose with trail shoes they prioritize protection over breathability

Thanks mate! I hope it helps a lot of people 😁 cheers

Thanks so much for the lovely comment mate! Kipchoge is a massive inspiration to me. All the best to you too 😁 cheers

Thank you mate I appreciate that a lot! Sometimes I will get very excited about making a video but it barely gets any views, unfortunately it's the way it goes sometimes but that's OK, I'm glad you found it 😊

That's awesome man, happy to help!! I have heaps more training routines on the way as well which I will be uploading in the near future. That's so cool to hear, I started running the exact same way just doing hill sprints once a week and all the rest of my training was weights based. But now I've caught the runners bug big time 🤣 still do hill sprints though! All the best mate. Cheers

It comforts me to know that you were training like this too, it means that I'm on the right path. 🤣What a laugh, and I feel you, after all it's beautiful to run, if you do it with good technique and awareness you can enjoy the benefits. In fact, I already feel like sprinting more than once a week, so there's a risk that bug will be able to attack me soon. Man, you are very generous, I always appreciate your content, so I can't wait for you to publish it! All the best to you!

Hahaha yeah man it sure is! But there's no need to rush into it, and the fact you're building strength and speed first is great, you will have a good power base to start with if you ever fully end up catching up the bug 🤣 Thanks man that means a lot! 😁 Cheers

It certainly is a sight to behold! Absolutely mesmerizing!

Hey mate yes you can, it will just depend how often and what terrain you're walking on? There's an adaptation process that will be different for everybody. You can start by testing wearing them over a shorter distance and build that up over time as you adjust

Haha shot bro 🤣 maybe they'll get a mention in another one lol

Hahaha that's awesome, cheers mate 😁

I was more so highlighting endurance running in this video but yes I agree, sprinters have amazing physiques! Very impressive

@@jasparvowden That's what I got from the video itself, but what I'd suggest is to direct this in the naming so that it drives the idea you want to deliver too. I was a bit confused at first. 😄

It's funny you say that because originally I was going to call this the Aesthetics of an endurance runner 🤣 then changed my mind before I recorded the audio. Thanks for the feedback mate I appreciate it and thanks for watching too 😁

Thanks for commenting mate! I believe in you! Stay committed to your dream 😊

So good bro! Time investment doesn't need to be much aye but benefits are massive! Epic stuff

Hey mate yes I agree. I practice brachiation and climbing regularly which I've spoken about in many videos, it all ties into our human movement abilities which have carry over effects among one another. And yes you're right, to get better at running, the main thing we need to do is run 😁 and keeping a strong overall foundation will allow us to do so for longer. Cheers mate! All the best with your training 🏃⛰️🗻

That's awesome to hear! I still wear mine to work every day 😁 the durability on them is unmatched

Hey mate, I actually went up half a size for this shoe which fits really well. I think it's safe to go up half a size for a slim or standard fit Altra compared to the Original fit because the original fit is quite a bit wider

That's so awesome to hear mate!! You're 100% correct, there's nothing that compares to that pure bare foot feeling flying through some trails with beautiful scenery, you can't beat it! I'll be honest though I've certainly 'lost my ways' a little bit in recent years and gotten too comfortable with running in Altras and haven't spent much time barefoot lately so I'm going to get back to that, thanks for the reminder 😁

@@jasparvowden I have my Merrells well worn in for street running, and if I just want a very unsupported trail run, they are as close to the floor and free as I can get without going barefoot. Yet, actual barefoot running, when you can, is a freedom that you just can't get with any shoe on the market.

So true mate!! Nothing compares to barefoot but I do love the Vibram V-Trails, they're not far off the same feeling

@@jasparvowden look forward to getting back in to the five fingers

Thanks mate! I actually just got back from a run in my Timp 5s now 😁 I would say the heel slip is probably most noticeable on uphill climbs but it doesn't actually have a negative impact on my performance and I forget about it quite quickly and don't notice it anymore. I raced a half marathon in them recently which had about 550m of vert and some good steep downhills in it which I went as fast as I could down them and they held up exceptionally well. The heel slip is certainly not as bad as the Olympus 5

@@jasparvowdenmany thanks for your detailed answer, I will check their fit in the store in this case 😎 Have a nice run!

@@MrMaapers no worries mate! Yeah it's always good if you can try the shoe on first in person. Cheers 😁

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I haven't tested them through streams yet, they work fine in the rain but yes there's a big difference running through a stream! That's good to know, thanks for the tip!

Great question! I started running in Vibrams which forced me to run with a forefoot strike which has carried over when I run in Altras. Sometimes I will land midfoot if I'm fatigued but generally I'm a forefoot striker. The downhill technique varies based on terrain. I generally still land forefoot on the downhill unless it gets really steep then I heel strike with a fast cadence and rely on quad strength. I've been meaning to make a deep dive video on uphill and downhill running techniques and exercises I just haven't got the time at the moment but it will be coming in the future!

@@jasparvowden That's awesome! I'm looking for it! I recently started trail running and wearing minimalist shoes, I would like to progress without being injured and learn to run better, because I'm unbalanced (right leg/foot stronger than left one) and got hurt by wearing too narrow shoes all my life

I know how you feel mate! I went through the whole rebuilding process from bad feet to where I am now and I can say it's worth the work! So keep at it mate, trail running is one of the greatest freedoms in the world imo 😊 Try to be patient with slowly building up your tolerance to running and also a mixture of footwear can be very beneficial. A bit of strength training in the gym also plays a massive role for longevity!

That's a shame to hear, it's not a nice feeling when you can't trust the grip of your shoe, takes a lot of the fun away from the run! I found the grip on the LP7 to be fairly reliable on wet terrain however I have to say now that I've run in the Timp 5s with the vibram megagrip outsole they are far superior in grip on wet terrain compared to the LP7

I'm currently loving the Timp 5s. Would like to try the Olympus 6 and test the improved outsole durability

So true! Reflection is a very important practice

Nice!! Can't beat the vibram outsole. What's the fit like of the 3.5s? I have the superior 5s but I don't like the fit, the toe box is too small

That's awesome mate! I love feeling the contrast between different shoes and feeling like a machine 😁 good stuff!

Hey mate just replied on the tempo video. Currently have the same size but am planning on going up half a size on all new shoes from now on. Went up from 9.5 to 10 US on recent purchase of the Timp 5s and prefer that fit. I think with the original fit shoes however most people would be safe being half a size less than slim or standard fit shoes

Thanks mate! I'm glad the review helped. All the best with your ultra runs as well!

I don't give myself that title but yes I do coaching 😊

​@@jasparvowden Helping others is a matter of spirit.💞

Yeah it's happened to me many times, but where's the benefits without the risk?

@@jasparvowden But what are the good health benefits of going barefoot?

The feet become stronger and more resilient, I've found performance benefits from this. It is also a very calming practice having the feet connected to the earth

@@jasparvowden Oh yes I forgot! I heard this many years ago that gravity is a brilliant force that allows us to live day-to-day without the care of drifting from our attachment to the earth. When our feet connect to the earth they become powerful conduits for energy-such as wisdom and guidance. Animals know this well. I believe feet are designed as a microcosm (mini-map) of the body because of their relationship with gravity.

@@jasparvowden However, it is not suitable for individuals with diabetes.

There are too many variables to put back pain exercises into a one size fits all solution because the cause of people's back pain is varied. However, try to find strength exercises that improve the strength and stability of your back that don't aggravate the area. Or try to find a good physio who can diagnose the problem and give you specific exercises. Also, sometimes pain can be emotional, or from diet or other lifestyle habits. But don't give up on yourself, keep trying to find a solution and keep your body moving!

@@jasparvowden Yes, traumatic experience can cause pain and illness. Sometimes you are in so much pain that you can't even go to the doctor. That's why I was wondering if there are light exercises that can relieve the pain? Have you had back pain yourself?

Yes you're right, it's a real shame. I didn't realise they had glued the outsole on in pieces until a piece of mine broke loose. I've heard that they fixed that problem with the Olympus 6 but haven't tried that shoe yet

Cheers mate! Nice one 😁 they made some good choices for the colourway on the Timp 5s! I like them all. Was originally going to go for the lime green ones but the blue and orange is sick, love them

Thanks mate! It doesn't feel too high for me it just feels like it's not completely contoured to the ankle so there's a bit of slipping. For example I've run in asics which are moulded a little tighter in the ankle and don't slip around as much so I hope Altra take some notes from other brands like that but apart from that it didn't actually cause any rubbing or discomfort on my ankle. Maybe you have a more pronounced ankle bone than I do? Hopefully once the shoe breaks in it won't rub as much for you

@@jasparvowden Thanks very much for your take, brother.

Cheers bro!

Haha yeah bro same! Such a good shoe. Amped to see how it performs in Kinloch!

Yay to hear from you Dayna! Bloody champion ❤️

@@jasparvowden thanks been a whole heap of time, and still have a long way to go 💜

Cheers bro! Appreciate it

Thank you John I'm glad it helped! 😁 Cheers mate

That's great to hear, thank you for your comment, it means a lot!

Awesome! I haven't heard of that brand before I'll check them out

Sorry these are just general exercises for toe and foot strength but not specific to one certain condition

Thanks so much! Glad it helped 😁

Love it

I encountered that exact situation yesterday after some heavy rain this week and very wet conditions on the trails and the Olympus were not performing well. I have ordered a pair of the Timp 5s which are on their way and have very high hopes for! I think they will replace the Olympus in my shoe rotation

Hi mate, yes I have had the same problems. They have attached the vibram mega grip as individual strips and a couple of those strips started to tear away from the shoe which was really annoying. It's a shame because apart from that it's a great shoe and it's been very durable otherwise

@@jasparvowden Muchas gracias por tu amable comentario y por tu aporte de experiencia, se agradece mucho. He visto que además de la suela la gente se queja de la parte de la malla donde flexa el pie y de rotura en la zona del talón, así que no voy a comprar las Olympus a pesar de que me gustaban mucho. ¿Se te ocurre alguna alternativa a este calzado?

Thanks mate, I appreciate it! Hopefully I can afford some new shoes some time soon to make more reviews 😅

I would assume they have a similar feel, but I haven't run in the via olympus so I couldn't say. The via olympus has the ego max midsole and the Olympus 5 has compression moulded eva so there will be some difference in feel

@@jasparvowden would you use them for a 50k trail ? Or would you stick with the lone peak ?

@@DiegoSagastume97 Personally, the longer I've run in both shoes I prefer the lone peak but that's just my individual preference because I like to have good ground feel. If you need extra support then the Olympus has that, but the lone peak is certainly a more nimble shoe and still has enough cushioning to take you over long distances if you need it