What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I took the Altamesa 500 V2 GORE-TEX Trail Running Shoe out on a muddy morning run where the trail was thoroughly soaked from overnight rain, and my feet stayed completely dry from start to finish. At 9. 3 ounces, it disappears on your foot, and the DREAMBOUND midsole has a snap to it that makes wet miles feel genuinely effortless."There is a particular kind of confidence that comes from knowing your feet will stay dry no matter what the trail throws at you, and the North Face Altamesa 500 V2 GORE-TEX Trail Running Shoe is what that confidence feels like underfoot. A PFAS-free GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane works quietly inside the upper to block moisture from every direction, while the durable ripstop construction and non-PFC DWR finish turn away surface water before it even gets a chance to soak in. The integrated lace shroud keeps everything tucked and protected in cold, wet conditions, so nothing slows the pace when the trail demands focus. At just 9. 3 ounces per half pair, the Altamesa 500 V2 moves like a lightweight performance trainer while carrying the protection of a fully waterproof shoe. The DREAMBOUND nitrogen-TPU foam midsole springs back with every stride, delivering responsive cushioning through a 36mm heel stack that smooths out the rough sections without muting trail feel. A wider underfoot platform brings quiet stability on off-camber terrain, and the SURFACE CTRL rubber outsole with 4mm lugs bites into mud, wet root networks, and slick stone with equal confidence. Gaiter-compatible attachment points, TPU reinforcement in high-wear zones, and a protective toe cap round out a shoe that handles the full spectrum of wet-season running without compromise.