Altra Escalante 2.5 Running Shoes

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The Altra Ego foam is extremely comfortable, and Escalante newcomers and longtime fans alike will love the soft feel of these zero-drop trainers. I tried them out on a short run the day after they arrived, and was so happy to feel the ground again! It's comforting that even after 20 mins it's not so much firmer than other shoes at room temperature, but still, there's a big difference for the shoe itself. The Altra Escalante is a popular zero drop, road-running daily trainer thanks to its anatomical toe box, soft and accommodating upper, and lightweight cushioning. manages to preserve the characteristics that made the original model famous while resolving some of the issues users raised regarding the 2.

And it could serve as a gym shoe if cushion is your thing (I’d love to convince you to be barefoot in the gym, though). If you aren’t used to low drop shoes then it’s advisable to gradually increase the time you spend in the shoes initially. Not sure if people complained about the change, but Altra seems to have gone back to the first version, because these feel similar, which is just fine with me.The sidewalls were strengthened with a solid material which added to security but also makes for a firmer midsole and less space for a wide foot. A natural shoe to me is one that protects my feet from whatever is on the ground (rocks, glass, sand, etc.

For runners who do not already run in 0mm drop shoes, please check out Episode 62 of the DOR Podcast for guidance on how to transition safely to zero drop.It seems like Topo have created a shoe that crosses lines between a “high cushioned barefoot” shoe and a “low cushioned conventional” shoe, meaning it fits many markets. Otherwise, I am really pleased with the update and look forward to putting many more miles on the shoe.

Altra kept that award-winning ride as smooth as ever, while adding a few new features for comfort and security.As an added bonus, Inner Flex™ grooves give your feet plenty of room to flex whenever you’ve got the need for speed.