Altra
Altra is a brand known for their trail running shoes designed with a focus on comfort, natural foot movement, and zero-drop technology
Shoe Features
Zero Drop: This means that the heel and forefoot of the shoe are at the same height. This design is intended to promote a more natural foot strike and encourage a midfoot or forefoot landing because why run in heels?
Foot-Shaped Toe Box: A wide, foot-shaped toe box allows your toes to spread out naturally. This design can enhance stability and comfort, especially during long trail runs.
Cushioning: A range of cushioning level options are offered to suit different types of terrain and running styles.
Trail Claw Outsole: Many of the trail running shoes have a rugged outsole with multi-directional lugs, known as the Trail Claw to provide excellent traction on a variety of surfaces.
Gaiter Trap: Some Altra models feature a gaiter attachment point, which allows you to easily attach gaiters to keep debris out of your shoes when running on dusty or rocky trails.
Breathable Upper: Altra uses breathable and durable materials in the upper portion of their trail shoes to help keep your feet comfortable during long runs.
Gender-Specific Design: Altra often design their shoes with gender-specific differences in mind, recognising that men and women may have different foot shapes and running mechanics.
Trail Running Shoes
- Lone Peak: Known for their versatility and ground feel, the Lone Peak is a popular choice among trail runners.
- Timp: Offering more cushioning compared to the Lone Peak, the Timp is designed for longer, more comfortable runs on rugged terrain
- Olympus: If you're looking for maximum cushioning for ultra-distance trail running, the Olympus is a great option with its plush underfoot feeling, higher heel stack and zero drop.
- Mont Blanc: Built for ultra distance trail running with ground feel, responsiveness, moderate heel stack and zero drop.
Road Running
- Torin: An ideal daily trainer, with lightweight cushioning and a supportive midfoot wrap provide a comfortable and secure fit, moderate heel stack and zero drop.
- Via Olympus: A daily trainer or walking shoe with neutral support, plush cushioning, higher heel stack and zero drop.
- FWD Experience: Their first low drop shoe, the 4mm drop encourages a natural foot position while the rocker delivers an effortless feeling.