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Altra Trail Running Shoe
Conventional materials, decent durability. Transparency is the next step.
Source: GreenSpecs label assessment of Altra Trail Running Shoe, 20 April 2026, high confidence.
Where this number comes from. GreenSpecs scores the evidence a product puts in front of you: the wording of the claim, what the packaging discloses, and whether an independent certifier stands behind any of it. Each score is a GreenSpecs assessment generated by our scoring model from the product label and public claim text on the date shown. It is not a laboratory test, not a lifecycle assessment, and not a safety rating. The full method is published here.
What does the Altra Trail Running Shoe label actually prove?
Conventional materials, decent durability. Transparency is the next step. It scores 46 out of 100 — grade C — across the five signals below.
| Signal | Score | What it asks |
|---|---|---|
| Claim specificity | 7/20 | Is the claim measurable, or a mood? |
| Transparency | 3/20 | Does the pack disclose enough to check it? |
| Third-party proof | 10/20 | Has an independent certifier verified it? |
| Impact where it counts | 12/20 | Does the claim address this category's real footprint? |
| Marketing honesty | 14/20 | Is the packaging language straight with you? |
What the claim genuinely covers
- Designed for durability in demanding conditions.
What it leaves out
- Synthetic materials with no visible recycled content or certifications.
Worth knowing
- For running shoes, durability and design for repair are often more impactful than a single 'recycled' material claim.
What to look for on this shelf
- Look for brands with repair programs to extend shoe life.
- Consider shoes with mono-material uppers for easier recycling.
Better swaps
- Brands like Nudie Jeans (for apparel) publish full Tier 4 supply chains. For footwear, look for verified recycled content, PFC-free treatments, and repair services.
Got the pack in your hand? Scan it yourself — same score, in about five seconds, plus the swap that beats it.
Other clothing we have graded
| Product | Brand | Grade | Score | What the label proves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darn Tough Micro Crew Socks | Darn Tough | B+ | 68/100 | Built to last. Material sourcing is the next step. |
| Wrightsock Coolmesh II Double Layer Socks | Wrightsock | B- | 55/100 | Recycled content is a good start. Supply chain details are still developing. |
| Econscious Trucker Cap | Econscious | C+ | 52/100 | A step up from conventional. Still developing on verified impact. |
| Econscious Baseball Cap EC7000 | Econscious | B- | 52/100 | Organic fiber is a good start. Certifications are still missing. |
| Nike Mercurial Superfly 10 Academy Turf High-Top Soccer Shoes | Nike | C | 48/100 | Recycled content is a start. Deeper transparency is still developing. |
| Billabong Twill Garment | Billabong | C+ | 48/100 | A step up on materials. Supply chain transparency is still developing. |
| Altra Lone Peak Trail Running Shoe | Altra | C | 48/100 | A solid performer, with room to grow on materials and transparency. |
| New Balance 517 Training Shoe | New Balance | C- | 42/100 | Conventional for now — a better one's out there. |