The Altra King MT 2 and New Balance Dynasoft Nitrel v6 Gore Tex ® are both neutral trail running shoes with firm, responsive cushioning. The King MT 2 is 0.6 oz lighter (10.3 oz vs 10.9 oz), has a lower heel-to-toe drop (0 mm vs 4 mm) and is rated higher by buyers (4.4 vs 3.5 out of 5). The Dynasoft Nitrel v6 Gore Tex ® costs about $50 less (from $99.99).
Bottom line: Pick the King MT 2 if you want the lighter shoe; pick the Dynasoft Nitrel v6 Gore Tex ® if you want to spend less.
New Balance
Dynasoft Nitrel v6 Gore Tex ®
3.5 (101)
$99.99
Shop at New Balance→ Colors & full specs →Specs side by side
| Spec | King MT 2 | Dynasoft Nitrel v6 Gore Tex ® |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $150 | $99.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 (110 reviews) | 3.5 / 5 (101 reviews) |
| Weight | 10.3 oz | 10.9 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 0 mm | 4–6 mm |
| Heel stack height | 19 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Firm / Responsive | Firm / Responsive |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men |
Specs and prices from Altra and New Balance, checked 2026-11-02. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the King MT 2 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
Get the Dynasoft Nitrel v6 Gore Tex ® if…
- you want to spend less
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
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