@ChaseTheSummit to answer your question, "Mafate" is a caldera located on Réunion Island, a French Island in the Indian Ocean, and also famous for it's "diagonale des fous" ultra-trail. Mafate is also the name of the maroon slave leader who discovered this remote and hardly accessible place.
Finally we see the Mont Blanc Boa in a detailed video! I love the Boa system to tighten it super tightly to my feet for those technical trails down. So 0 slipping around in the shoe. I also think the shoe is probably completely worn down before the Boa system breaks.
I had to glue my insoles in on my regular Mont Blanc’s as well. I love mine and am currently on my 3rd pair. I love the regular ones so much that I never even tried the BOA version.
I have the Hoka Rockets as my ''fast training'' and race shoes, and use the Cliftons as my chill daily driver, fantastic shoes, love Hoka shoes in general. I will get a Mafate since you recommend them
Unfortunately. Altra does not only sell zero drop. They released a 4mm drop shoe recently. The rep told me 'but we still make all these zero drop shoes' when I expressed my concern the brand would lose its way. I left politely, thinking of the many runners who want a proper low profile altra again (just as part of the line up!). The original lone peak was like 17mm stack (or something) the current is 25....
Actually I bet you are fast compared to many of us!😂 In any case personally I really appreciate views from more average runners even though as you say we’re all soooo different !! It’s all food for thought !! I laughed out loud when you said cheaper for a $180 shoe!!😂🤷🏻♀️ Me I only ever buy shoes at 1/2 price!!
Own the Altra Vanish Carbon too. Just use them for sub 4 marathons. As you said not really durable. Had to remove some kind of stabilizing fabric on the inside of the front of the toe box. It came loose and caused blisters. Also the black fabric stripes left and right inside the shoe can cause blisters. In the end the shoe gets the job done but it's heavily overpriced. Luckily I got mine on discount and paid just around 140 €.
Congrats on the sub 4! Yeah, the Vanish Carbon is a weird one. I love it but I also get frustrated with it lol. The durability isn't great and the price is high. But, man... it rides well once you find your stride!
Took those things outside and rubbed some dirt on them to make us think he runs. I have those same Altras and I love them to death. I road and trail run in them.
Altra FWS is a model with drop now, shame that they go to main stream and will lose trust since their durability is also going down rather quick. Might want to test the Topo models also ;-)
Oh interesting! Yes, I've got a couple of pairs of Topo's and I really like them. In fact, I have a video from last year on the MTN Racers. Very nice shoe!
I have wide feet and normal wear 4e shoes and it basically remove all choice - it sucks that no one makes wide shoes that look good. Usually only black or some pale colour
Unfortunately it seems like they try to keep it bland with niche sized shoes to appeal to the masses! I know the struggle though... My feet don't fit every brand!
@@ChaseTheSummit thanks for your response. It just confirms that we all have different feet and different requirements for shoes. I feel the same way about certain shoe brands like Brooks. I tend to have blisters from wearing them. Cheers
I like the Hoka speedgoat 5. I like that Boa idea. Since you like Hokas, are you familiar with the speedgoat? If so, how do you think it compares to the one with the Boa system?
I've got the speed goat 5's as well. Great shoe but they oddly don't fit my foot great so I don't bring them out for longer runs. The Mafate's have a wider last and fit me better. That said, they're a rock solid shoe and worn by tons of pro's. It would be cool to see them add a Boa system!
I've got em both and like both quite a bit. For some reason I find the fit of the Clifton and Speedgoat to be a little tight in the midfoot which gives me some arch fatigue over time. But I have weird shaped feet and likely need to try their "wide" sizing. Great shoes if they fit you though!
Nice review 👍 I think the ALTRA (for a Trail shoe)are not very protective in the front part of the shoe 😮Since you have international followers please can you also mention international characteristics such as weight, size etc 😎 I also would like to see a review of the HOKA Speedgoat 😏
@chasethesummit How do you account for the difference in drop between your Hoka and Altra shoes when you swap from one to the other, or do you not really feel a difference?
For me I don't notice a difference as long as the drop isn't too dramatic. Anything under 5mm feels similar to me though zero drop is certainly noticeable it hasn't lead to any injuries or anything. It would be a different story with a 10+mm drop.
Altra, or more precisely the Timp model, has recently disappointed me with its very poor durability. both the upper and the sole fell apart prematurely. this prompted me to experiment with the Swedish brand Craft. Better known for trail running and cross-country skiing clothing. But they also make shoes. and these shoes are fantastic. I recommend it if you ever have the opportunity to try these shoes.
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@ChaseTheSummit to answer your question, "Mafate" is a caldera located on Réunion Island, a French Island in the Indian Ocean, and also famous for it's "diagonale des fous" ultra-trail. Mafate is also the name of the maroon slave leader who discovered this remote and hardly accessible place.
Finally we see the Mont Blanc Boa in a detailed video! I love the Boa system to tighten it super tightly to my feet for those technical trails down. So 0 slipping around in the shoe. I also think the shoe is probably completely worn down before the Boa system breaks.
Better having dirty shoes than clean shoes. Harder trusting a reviewer who doesn't beat up their shoes
Cleaning shoes is fast 😂
Did you find the narrow toe box of the Hoka vs the Altra to be a problem?
I had to glue my insoles in on my regular Mont Blanc’s as well. I love mine and am currently on my 3rd pair. I love the regular ones so much that I never even tried the BOA version.
The boa system is a game changer!
I have the Hoka Rockets as my ''fast training'' and race shoes, and use the Cliftons as my chill daily driver, fantastic shoes, love Hoka shoes in general. I will get a Mafate since you recommend them
Unfortunately. Altra does not only sell zero drop. They released a 4mm drop shoe recently. The rep told me 'but we still make all these zero drop shoes' when I expressed my concern the brand would lose its way.
I left politely, thinking of the many runners who want a proper low profile altra again (just as part of the line up!). The original lone peak was like 17mm stack (or something) the current is 25....
Actually I bet you are fast compared to many of us!😂 In any case personally I really appreciate views from more average runners even though as you say we’re all soooo different !! It’s all food for thought !! I laughed out loud when you said cheaper for a $180 shoe!!😂🤷🏻♀️ Me I only ever buy shoes at 1/2 price!!
I know it! $180 certainly ain't cheap but compared to the Carbon shoes they feel like a bargain! Thanks for watching!
6:40 How much is this in 'stone'?
Own the Altra Vanish Carbon too. Just use them for sub 4 marathons. As you said not really durable. Had to remove some kind of stabilizing fabric on the inside of the front of the toe box. It came loose and caused blisters. Also the black fabric stripes left and right inside the shoe can cause blisters. In the end the shoe gets the job done but it's heavily overpriced. Luckily I got mine on discount and paid just around 140 €.
Congrats on the sub 4! Yeah, the Vanish Carbon is a weird one. I love it but I also get frustrated with it lol. The durability isn't great and the price is high. But, man... it rides well once you find your stride!
Is it called the vanish because it vanishes touching the road.
😂
Took those things outside and rubbed some dirt on them to make us think he runs.
I have those same Altras and I love them to death. I road and trail run in them.
Totally!
Altra FWS is a model with drop now, shame that they go to main stream and will lose trust since their durability is also going down rather quick. Might want to test the Topo models also ;-)
Oh interesting! Yes, I've got a couple of pairs of Topo's and I really like them. In fact, I have a video from last year on the MTN Racers. Very nice shoe!
Curious if you use wool socks and still get blisters?
Love the speedboat 5s
I'd love a Speed Boat 😂
@@ChaseTheSummitapparently I have 5 of them.
I have wide feet and normal wear 4e shoes and it basically remove all choice - it sucks that no one makes wide shoes that look good. Usually only black or some pale colour
Unfortunately it seems like they try to keep it bland with niche sized shoes to appeal to the masses! I know the struggle though... My feet don't fit every brand!
What do you think of the Nike Pegasus 40? Have you tried any Pegasus out?
Nike's don't fit my clown feet all that well so I typically don't wear them. I should try some of the newer models though!
@@ChaseTheSummit thanks for your response. It just confirms that we all have different feet and different requirements for shoes. I feel the same way about certain shoe brands like Brooks. I tend to have blisters from wearing them. Cheers
I like the Hoka speedgoat 5. I like that Boa idea. Since you like Hokas, are you familiar with the speedgoat? If so, how do you think it compares to the one with the Boa system?
I've got the speed goat 5's as well. Great shoe but they oddly don't fit my foot great so I don't bring them out for longer runs. The Mafate's have a wider last and fit me better. That said, they're a rock solid shoe and worn by tons of pro's. It would be cool to see them add a Boa system!
@@ChaseTheSummit I tried your link for the shoe with the Boa and couldn’t find it.🤷♂️
What are your options on the Hoka Clifton 9 or Speed Goat 5? Those are my current shoes.
I've got em both and like both quite a bit. For some reason I find the fit of the Clifton and Speedgoat to be a little tight in the midfoot which gives me some arch fatigue over time. But I have weird shaped feet and likely need to try their "wide" sizing. Great shoes if they fit you though!
Nice review 👍 I think the ALTRA (for a Trail shoe)are not very protective in the front part of the shoe 😮Since you have international followers please can you also mention international characteristics such as weight, size etc 😎 I also would like to see a review of the HOKA Speedgoat 😏
Will keep that in mind about the alternative units! I do have a pair of speed goats I've been meaning to review. Thanks for tuning in!
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@chasethesummit How do you account for the difference in drop between your Hoka and Altra shoes when you swap from one to the other, or do you not really feel a difference?
For me I don't notice a difference as long as the drop isn't too dramatic. Anything under 5mm feels similar to me though zero drop is certainly noticeable it hasn't lead to any injuries or anything. It would be a different story with a 10+mm drop.
Seeing your sensible shoe rotation, makes me think I got too much shoes 😅
There’s another 30+ pairs in my closet… seriously 😂
@@ChaseTheSummitNow that’s a relief… 😅
Are you doing another black Friday stream this year?
I've considered it. Stay tuned for scheduling!
Will you review Dji Osmo Action 4 ?
Eventually!
You should try HokA Rincon 3 I think it's Only $99 right now @@ChaseTheSummit
Altra, or more precisely the Timp model, has recently disappointed me with its very poor durability. both the upper and the sole fell apart prematurely. this prompted me to experiment with the Swedish brand Craft. Better known for trail running and cross-country skiing clothing. But they also make shoes. and these shoes are fantastic. I recommend it if you ever have the opportunity to try these shoes.
Craft makes great gear!
at last! at last! finally! so long since the last shoe video. too long.
More to come!