The North Face Altamesa 500 is a highly cushioned trail running shoe built for comfort, stability, and confidence across long distances and mixed terrain. Designed with responsive DREAM midsole foam and a wide, stable platform, it delivers a smooth and protective ride whether you're running dirt trails, gravel paths, or everyday kilometres. With durable construction, reliable traction, and a comfort-focused fit, the Altamesa 500 is made for runners who want dependable performance on every run.
Key Features
DREAM supercritical foam midsole provides lightweight cushioning with soft impact absorption and responsive rebound
High-stack design with 6mm drop delivers protection and smooth transitions on uneven terrain
Wide platform with dynamic stability zone improves balance and confidence on trails
SURFACE CTRLâ„¢ rubber outsole with 4mm lugs offers reliable grip on dirt, gravel, and mixed surfaces
Seamless engineered mesh upper provides breathable comfort with reinforced durability
Reinforced toe cap and stability overlays add protection on rocky or technical terrain
Padded collar, secure lacing system, and internal support webbing enhance lockdown and long-distance comfort
Approx. weight: ~300g per shoe
Best for trail running, hiking, daily training, and long-distance off-road runs
