The Altra Lone Peak 9 is a neutral trail running shoe and the Saucony Peregrine 16 is a trail running shoe with balanced cushioning. The Lone Peak 9 has a lower heel-to-toe drop (0 mm vs 4 mm). The Peregrine 16 is 1.7 oz lighter (9.5 oz vs 11.2 oz), sits higher off the ground (32 mm vs 25 mm heel stack) and is rated higher by buyers (4.4 vs 4.2 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lone Peak 9 | Peregrine 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145 | $150 |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 (304 reviews) | 4.4 / 5 (184 reviews) |
| Weight | 11.2 oz | 9.5 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 0 mm | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | 25 mm | 32 mm |
| Cushioning | Balanced | Balanced |
| Support | Neutral | — |
| Surface | Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Altra and Saucony, 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 like feeling closer to the ground
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
Get the Peregrine 16 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you want more foam under your heel
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
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