Explore the valleys, the mesas, and so much more in The North Face Altamesa 500 v2. Made for all types of runners, this highly cushioned trail running shoe pillows your feet and joints, making it a go-to daily trainer for long distance runs and chill recovery miles.
Its thick stack of nitrogen-infused DREAM foam has been upgraded to supercritical TPU cushioning, as found in the North Face's performance VECTIV line. Now set up for even better longevity, it retains that soft and fun rebound you want when deep into long runs or back-to-back training days.
Equally noteworthy, the 500 v2's outsole levels up with SURFACE CTRL SC2 rubber for greatly improved performance on wet surfaces. While still comfortably at home on tamer trails and gravel, the broader chevron lugs enable a greater range and confidence of landings across soft ground and trickier terrain than before. Plus, its broad base geometry steadies your steps as it adapts to uneven landscapes.
Just like its lower-stacked Altamesa 300 v2 sibling, the engineered mesh upper includes a midfoot wrap, a stay-put winged tongue design, and serrated laces for a secure lockdown. Knowing that you're likely to be in it for longer hours and ultras, the Altamesa 500 v2 offers the roomiest toe box in The North Face lineup.
Whether you're stacking up the miles for high-volume weeks or treating yourself to relaxed recovery paces, The North Face Altamesa 500 v2 is ready for limitless exploration.
The North Face Altamesa 500 is a stability shoe that doesn't run like a stability shoe. Much more nimble than its wide base would suggest, the Altamesa manages to target a rare combination of smooth and supportive to boost confidence underfoot.
