Altra running shoes

wilsoje74

Does anyone use altra running shoes? What model? My husband likes his and I'm thinking of buying a pair.

GiddyupTim

I wear a pair of Zero Drop. Love 'em. I am a natural forefoot runner so I have always liked the concept of more minimal shoes. But, I also have had plantar fasciitis, so I was worried. I have been fine in these shoes.
I like them because they feel tough, like real shoes. But they don't have a raised heel or gushy soles. And they are wide. I have wide feet.
Good luck. Don't tell the husband you second quessed him. Ha

thavoice

Does anyone use altra running shoes? What model? My husband likes his and I'm thinking of buying a pair.

Buying a pair of running shoes because someone else likes their's is about as dumb as buying a pair because of their color.

Go to a place that has alot of diff makes and models. Everyone is diff. Our run group usually has around 10 people in it. 5-6 diff brands and not one person has the same model For every person who loves one model you have 2-3 who will say they tried it and didnt like it.

You can ask for recommendations but dont buy any running shoes without trying them AND a number of other models on first.

wilsoje74

Does anyone use altra running shoes? What model? My husband likes his and I'm thinking of buying a pair.

Buying a pair of running shoes because someone else likes their's is about as dumb as buying a pair because of their color.

Go to a place that has alot of diff makes and models. Everyone is diff. Our run group usually has around 10 people in it. 5-6 diff brands and not one person has the same model For every person who loves one model you have 2-3 who will say they tried it and didnt like it.

You can ask for recommendations but dont buy any running shoes without trying them AND a number of other models on first.

thanks and yes I would try them on. I've been running for about 3 years, with my longest race being a 10 mile. I've yet to find a perfect shoe that I've stuck with. I've gotten fitted and used many brands. They have all worked fine. I just don't know many that use altras and I like to get reviews and personal opinions. Sorry if my question was dumb, and thanks for the input.

Carrieendar

I have two pairs of altras....blanking on the model , but they are zero drop, light, and have a HUGE toe box...thus, I have run marathons in them with no black toe. I am a fan

cantfail

If you try Altra, they run small. I'd size up for sure.

wilsoje74

If you try Altra, they run small. I'd size up for sure.

ive heard that!!!

wilsoje74

I have two pairs of altras....blanking on the model , but they are zero drop, light, and have a HUGE toe box...thus, I have run marathons in them with no black toe. I am a fan

my husband likes the toe box! I lost a toe nail last year and think I could use a bigger one

desert_mom

I have the Olympus and I love them! My feet are wide across the toes and these shoes are so roomy. I had to order up a full size because of how small they run.