The Altra Lone Peak 9 is a neutral trail running shoe and the Brooks Cascadia 20 is a trail running shoe with balanced cushioning. The Lone Peak 9 costs about $15 less (from $145) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (0 mm vs 6 mm). The Cascadia 20 is 0.4 oz lighter (10.8 oz vs 11.2 oz).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lone Peak 9 | Cascadia 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145 | $160 |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 (304 reviews) | 4.3 / 5 (134 reviews) |
| Weight | 11.2 oz | 10.8 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 0 mm | 6 mm |
| Heel stack height | 25 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Balanced | Balanced |
| Support | Neutral | — |
| Surface | Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Altra and Brooks, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Lone Peak 9 if…
- you want to spend less
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
Get the Cascadia 20 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
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