The Altra Mont Blanc Carbon and Altra Olympus 7 are both neutral trail running shoes with maximum cushioning. The Mont Blanc Carbon is 0.5 oz lighter (10.9 oz vs 11.4 oz). The Olympus 7 costs about $80 less (from $195), sits higher off the ground (33 mm vs 29 mm heel stack) and is rated higher by buyers (4.7 vs 4 out of 5).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Mont Blanc Carbon | Olympus 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $275 | $195 |
| Rating | 4 / 5 (56 reviews) | 4.7 / 5 (67 reviews) |
| Weight | 10.9 oz | 11.4 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Heel stack height | 29 mm | 33 mm |
| Cushioning | Max | Max |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Surface | Trail | Trail |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Altra, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Mont Blanc Carbon if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you like feeling closer to the ground
Get the Olympus 7 if…
- you want to spend less
- you want more foam under your heel
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