Altra Running Shoes

Altra have become famous in the running world as a result of their revolutionary FootShape™ toe box design. It’s simple, Altra running shoes are made with wider toe box areas that allow your toes to spread out naturally. It doesn’t stop there, Altra running shoes are available in three shapes: Original, Standard, and Slim FootShape™. While the Original offers the roomiest fit, all three provide more space than typical running shoe toe boxes. The Altra running shoe range at Run4It is made up with models that feature different FootShape™ toe box designs. All of the Altra running shoes we stock are made with Balanced Cushioning™. This means there’s no difference in height between the heel and forefoot. Altra’s philosophy is that positioning your heel and forefoot at an equal distance from the ground, encourages better alignment and form. For the avoidance of doubt, Altra running shoes are not minimalist. At Run4It, we stock Altra running shoes that have different levels of cushioning, so you can pick the best ones for your run. We also have options for road running and trail running. If you’re looking for maximum cushioning and comfort on the road, we suggest the Altra Via Olympus. This high stack neutral running shoe features a rocker shaped midsole and Original FootShape™ toe box to make those long runs feel easier. Altra also makes stability running shoes. The Altra Paradigm 6 features a holistic GuideRail support system. We recommend this for runners who experience discomfort in the knee and hip area as a result of greater ranges of rotation, particularly during longer runs. Altra's Lone Peak 7 is one of the most popular trail running shoes. That’s no surprise given it feels really protective and offers great grip on a wide range of terrain. If you’d like wider fitting trail shoes, the Original FootShape™ toe box in the Altra Lone Peak is perfect. If your goal is to run further on trails, the highly cushioned Altra Olympus 5 with Vibram Megagrip is one of our top suggestions. Want to run faster in your next trail event? Check out the ultra light and cushioned Altra Mont Blanc. Its Vibram Litebase outsole provides maximum traction on wet and loose terrain. In our experience, Altra shoes are one of the better options if you have a Morton’s Neuroma or bunion. That’s because the FootShape™ toe box offers more space and can reduce the pressure across toes. While all Altra shoes are made with a FootShape™ toe box, the Original FootShape™ offers the most space. This is likely to be the best option if you want maximum room and space for your feet to splay. We also recommend Altra running for anyone who is looking for wider-fitting running shoes.