It has been over a year since we tested the original Altra ONE. The new Altra ONE2 is the next generation from the Altra Running neutral low cushioning collection. The ONE2 is billed as a ‘fast, do-it-all performance shoe’ with an incredible cushion-to-weight ratio. From a casual seven-mile run to a full marathon, this shoe…
Category: Altra Running
Altra Superior 1.5 Review
The new Altra Zero Drop Superior 1.5 is an update to Altra’s lightweight performance off-road shoe. The foot-shaped toe box provides maximum foot relaxation and speed while the zero drop platform gives you greater stabilization and better form. Conquer the rugged, rocky terrain in comfort with the stone guard rock protection system that deflects rocks…
Altra Olympus & Repetition Review
The Altra Olympus and Altra Repetition joins the rank of maximalist shoes that we touched on in our previous post, The Pendulum Swings… Fat & Flat Running Shoes?. The Olympus and Repetition are the only zero drop maximalist shoes currently available in the market. My mantra has always been to mix it up with both…
Shoe Preview from Summer Outdoor Retailer 2013 – Part 1
Summer Outdoor Retailer 2013 trade show in Salt Lake City just started! Most of the shoe companies who are exhibiting there normally announces their Spring 2014 models at this time. Most models won’t be available until December or January so it can be frustrating for some. Here are some highlights as they hit the web officially…
Altra Zero Drop The 3-SUM Review
Altra Zero Drop The 3-SUM is designed to meet the needs of the competitive triathlete. With a seamless upper, easy-on transition pull-tabs, quick-draw lacing system and heel/forefoot drain holes, the 3-SUM minimizes transition time and maximizes performance – get off the bike and run like there is no tomorrow! Altra took the same performance training…
Altra Zero Drop The ONE Review
Altra Zero Drop The ONE is a fast, light, and slightly cushioned do-it-all performance shoe that launched recently. But it is also one of the most anticipated shoe on my 2013 list as I wanted to see something between the Altra Instinct 1.5 and Altra Adam. From Altra’s literature, “From a casual 7-mile run, a…
Altra Zero Drop Superior Review
With a removable StoneGuard system and CheckerTrail sticky rubber outsole, The Superior trail shoe is Altra Zero Drop‘s latest offering. The Superior is designed to give incredible protection and stability on loose dirt and rocks – you can tackle the toughest trails with this rugged shoe. The Altra Superior lightweight trail shoe offers a zero…
Sneak Peek: Altra Zero Drop 3-Sum, One, Superior, Instinct/Intuition 1.5
Altra Zero Drop has just launched the next version of their best selling models: Instinct 1.5 and Intuition 1.5. Following that release will be The Superior in October and The 3-Sum & The One by the end of 2012. [jbox color=”yellow” icon=”http://weartested.org/images/on-sale.png” title=”Altra Instinct & Altra Intuition 25% OFF Sale”] With this launch the original Altra…
Altra Zero Drop Samson & Delilah Shoe Review
Ever since I reviewed the Altra Instinct two months ago, I wanted a slightly lighter version but that wouldn’t be available for a while. However, Altra Zero Drop recently launched the Samson (Delilah for women) – a combination of the fit of The Adam (which we reviewed a year ago) with a lace-up design and…
Altra Running Instinct & Intuition Shoe Review
I had stayed away from the Altra Instinct because I thought it had too much cushioning as advertised. But was I wrong. All Altra shoes have cushioned protection with the benefits of barefoot freedom and is designed to reduce injury and promote proper natural running form. \ The Instinct and Intuition are the first shoes…
Altra Samson and Delilah now taking pre-orders!
Altra Running is now taking pre-orders for March 1st shipment of the long awaited Altra Samson and Altra Delilah running shoes. The Samson combines the fit of The Adam with a lace-up design and stronger midsole. The Delilah combines the features of a minimalist design, truly female-specific shape and a durable, lace-up, performance shoe. Take 10% OFF…
Pre-Orders: Altra Running & GoLite Footwear
Pre-orders are being taken for all of Altra Running zero drop shoes including Adam, Eve, Intuition, Instinct, and Lone Peak. Go to Altra Running web site. You can also reserve your pair of Go Lite Footwear Tara Lite. The first shipment is already sold out. Visit Go Lite Footwear web site.
Altra Running ‘The Adam’ Shoe Review
The one minimalist running shoe a lot of runners are looking forward to reviewing is finally here – a true minimalists dream. Move over Vibram? Read the full review of Altra Adam.