The Altra Timp 2.0 is a comfortable and versatile trail shoe that works well in virtually any trail condition.

The Timp 2.0 is a highly cushioned trail shoe (29 mm stack), which slots nicely into Altra’s line up between the Lone Peak (moderate cushion) and Olympus (maximal cushion).

This is the newest iteration of the Timp line, which debuted in 2018. The Timp 2.0 is much sleeker and more than an ounce lighter than the original.

Altra Timp 2.0 – Pair

Straight out of the box, I was impressed by the Altra Timp 2.0.

I definitely liked the OG Timp, but I was pleasantly surprised at some of the aesthetic changes that Altra has made to this shoe over the past couple of years.

The Timp 2.0 is less bulky/boxy than the original model, and I just liked the look of this version more than the original.

Of course, how the shoe performs is much more important than how it looks. And I have no complaints with the performance of the Timp 2.0s.

My first run in the shoe was a trail half marathon in some rainy conditions, and I’m so glad I was wearing these shoes for that race!

Most of the trail is grass covered, and trail shoes are typically not “required” for running this particular race.

But due to the rain and some sections of the trail that were more clay than grass, many runners really struggled with slipping and sliding on the trail.

I was a bit hesitant at first, but it didn’t take me long to realize that the grip of the Timp 2.0s was more than enough to let me confidently run through the sections of the trail where many other runners were walking quite carefully.

In subsequent runs, on a variety of different trails, I’ve continued to be impressed by the combination of protection, comfort, and traction that the Timp 2.0 provides.

Whether you’re running/racing on clean trails or doing a lot of scrambling/climbing on more technical terrain, the Altra Timp 2.0 just works!

Altra Timp 2.0 – Sole

The Altra Timps 2.0 will definitely keep your feet safe and happy no matter what the trail throws at you.

The MaxTrac outsole of the Timp 2.0 is a durable, hard-rubber layer that offers protection from any gnarly tree roots or sharp rocks that are present on the trail.

The midsole is comprised of Altra’s Quantic cushioning material.

Altra doesn’t exactly provide any details about what the Quantic material actually is, other than to say that it is “resilient, flexible” and that it “cushions every step and floats over any surface.”

Not sure how to quantify any of those statements, but between the outsole and the midsole the Timp 2.0 keeps your foot well-protected from the ground up.

Additionally, the Timp 2.0 features a reinforced toe cap to protect the foot from any debris that you might encounter during a run.

Altra Timp 2.0 – Lateral Side

On the durability front, I have zero concerns about the Altra Timp 2.0.

I’ve worn the Timp 2.0s in a variety of conditions and surfaces (wet, dry, non-technical trails, gravel, concrete, asphalt, wood bridges, etc.), and the shoes are showing zero signs of wear at all.

If you want a trail shoe that will hold up to some serious wear and tear, this is your shoe.

Altra Timp 2.0 – Heel

The Altra Timp 2.0 is definitely a trail shoe that you can race fast with!

The make up of the sole provides a smooth ride on every surface, and the grip that it provides will give you confidence to really hammer it when the conditions are a bit slick/unstable.

And for a shoe that provides as much cushion/protection as this one does, it is not too heavy (9.9 oz) to really race hard/fast in.

Altra Timp 2.0 – Top

The Altra Timp 2.0 has a snug fit, from the heel cup through the mid-foot. As for the forefoot, the Timp 2.0 feels a bit narrow based on the foot-shaped toe box standard that Altra has long-maintained.

I wouldn’t call the Timp 2.0 tight in the toe box in general, but it’s definitely not as roomy as the original Timp (or many other Altra models).

While the Timp 2.0 feels a bit snug to me, they are still comfortable to wear/run in. I’ve not experienced any issues with the fit of these shoes at all.

In fact, once the shoe is on my foot, I don’t even notice it being any tighter than any shoes with a similar style of upper.

The upper of the Timp 2.0 is made of a cushioned mesh that allows the shoes to breathe well, and it provides a snug, but comfortable, fit that surrounds the entire foot without any noticeable rubbing/hot spots.

Altra Timp 2.0 – Toe

Without question, this is my new favorite trail shoe!

I’m not sure that there is such a thing as a perfect shoe, but this is as close to a perfect trail shoe as I’ve ever run in.

The Timp 2.0 feels just as comfortable, and performs just as well, when running on a grassy trail as when running on concrete sidewalks.

It’s comfortable. It’s fast. It fits true to size.

It’s just a good shoe, period.