Altra Lone Peak 9 vs Hoka Speedgoat 5 GTX
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Zero-drop trail shoe with wide toe box and MaxTrac outsole. A thru-hiker staple offering all-day comfort and reliable grip on varied terrain.
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Altra Lone Peak 9 vs Hoka Speedgoat 5 GTX: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Altra Lone Peak 9 wins — at 257 g it is 423 g (62%) lighter than the Hoka Speedgoat 5 GTX (680 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest footwear page, or browse the full gear weight database.