Altra Zero Drop Footwear

I had these shoes already in black and love them. I ordered this pair to wear in summer, just because black doesn't look right with most summer clothes. These shoes are NOT the same size, although they are supposed to be. They are shorter. I kept relacing them thinking they just needed to break in but now I am positive they are mismarked. Disappointing because they are expensive and now are too worn to return. Still love the black ones though.

I love Altra, and this new version of the Lone Peak. Cool addition on this model with an updated toe box bumper and really cool Gator Trap at the back. Love the color, but I swapped out the red laces for the black set that came inside the box.

I love this shoe. I know this shoe is intended for running, but that's not what I use this shoe for. I prefer doing high impact classes at the gym, four times a week. My classes include aerobics, kickboxing, Zumba, plyometrics, and step. This shoe allows me to do all of that with zero discomfort. I own quite a few pairs of athletic shoes, but none provide the support and cushion that this shoe offers. I have to say that for me it was a risk going for this shoe, for three reasons. I had never heard of this brand, I was buying it without first trying it on, and there were not a whole lot of reviews to guide me. I'm glad I took a chance.

I ordered both the Delilah and this shoe by Altra, both a half size up from my usual athletic shoe size since many Altra reviews mentioned the shoes running small. The bigger size in Delila was perfect but in this it was a just tiny bit too big so my normal size might work better. The shoe was also very wide around the ankle and I couldn't get that part to fit no matter how tightly I cinched up the bungee. There's no way I could run in this shoe because it slipped just walking. The Delilah was more comfortable and a much better fit around the ankle. I didn't care for the rough textured insole in either shoe, especially since these are meant to be worn without socks. In the end, I sent them both back and ordered a second pair of Merrell Barefoot Pace because those are just more comfy and a little better looking. If you really want some Altras, go for the Delilah unless you have very large or wide ankles.

I was headed for a place where I'd be doing PT rehab daily. I was really lost with all the choices there are. Finally, I phoned Zappos and spoke with a caring and knowledgeable woman who helped me. I'm a size 12, and my feet are medium width, but often swell, and some days I can't even get them in my regular "hard" shoes. The Zappos employee recommended these: I didn't know about an enlarged toe bed, or the other technical aspects of the shoe - but I really do like fuchsia! I also like it that these really don't need lacing, for my purposes. I haven't had such comfortable shoes in a long time, and even when my feet are aching and swollen, they fit in these shoes and feel wonderful! So this barefoot feel along with reasonable cushioning where it matters, and the shoe's interior and exterior design, actually add up to a sum greater than its parts, here, as far as I'm concerned. I head for my shoes every day and am looking forward to putting them on. Two more things: 1) I'm buying a pair of this same exact shoe in the black today - I think they look great, neon blue laces and all - when I find something perfect, I sometimes get two of whatever it is. And 2) A week after I'd shared my story with this uber-sweet Zappos employee over the phone about the major rehabilitation I'm doing now, a week after the shoes had already arrived, I received one of the most unusually lovely bouquets of spring flowers ever. I can identify a lot of flowers and know their common names, but this bouquet had blooms and blossoms I've not seen often from a florist. So then I opened the card to read, wondering who could have sent this, and it read: "You're inspiring people every day with what you're doing! Good luck from the staff at Zappos!" I was floored! The speedy shipping and return policy at Zappos is great. The caring work ethic, among and from Zappos employees, though, truly inspires me, and should not be taken for granted in these times! What cool folks, and what a class act! Heartfelt thanks, Zappos.

This is a great Racer/Trainer and I love my new pair. I would probably race in the One on the road over a distance of a marathon or beyond. Some may find this shoe a bit heavy for a road 5k or 10k, but as a performance trainer, I like it very much. Lots of compliments on the style as well.

The comfort level of these shoes is right up there with Birkenstocks! When my Zero Drop shoes arrived, I put them on and was instantly in love!

I've used them on my trail runs for the past few weeks and adore them. I usually wear 9 or 9.5 in running shoes, and had to go up to 10 because my big toes were hitting the top of the front. In 10, they are absolutely perfect. The wide toe box and cushioning is a dream, and I can not feel the shoe anywhere - everything is padded, including the tongue (which I could feel on the Intuition 1.5). I also bought the black men's Torins, because I hate the white sole on the women's black Torins, but the women's ones do feel better on the feet, in case you are thinking about doing the same. I used a sharpie to get rid of the white and am urging Altra to ditch the white sole on colored shoes - it's so darn ugly! The pink shoes are even worse. I ordered those as well and the white on them was already yellowing. Also, the black ones have 7 lace holes, while the pink ones I received have only 6. On the Altra website the pink ones are pictured with 7 holes, so maybe Zappos is still selling last year's stock? I give these only 2 stars for style because of the color combinations, and am hoping that the next models will be nicer colors. I don't see myself ever running in anything else.

I took everyone's advice and ordered a full size larger. They fit great. Lots of room in the toe box. I just got them this week and have only taken them on only one short 3 mile run on a trail. My feet felt protected and cushioned but not too much. I could still feel the trail and adjust as needed. I think I am going to buy another pair for work (on my feet all day). Love Zappos!

Really wanted to make these work, but they're too minimalist to handle my overpronation. Lovely feel to the zero-drop fit, like Earth shoes, and a decent amount of cushion for a minimalist shoe. But there's no way these run a whole size large. I wear a 7 in regular shoes and a 7.5 in running shoes, and I ordered these in 8 after seeing all the advice online. My feet were swimming in them, heel slipping, shifting side-to-side -- everything was way too big, and I don't have a particularly narrow foot (if anything, it's wide through the arch and toe-box area). My usual half-size larger would have been plenty! Returning.

The roomy toebox is perfect for my bunions and my plantar issues are gone. Now they offer a cool Chuck Taylor style color. Yes please!

I ordered the Altra Torins for their advertised wide toebox. I'm a distance runner and most shoes rub my little toes. Unfortunately, I found the toebox too shallow - the top pinched down on my big toe and there was no way I could wear them. I even tried a bigger size but had the same problem. I can't comment much on the shoe's comfort or performance because I didn't get beyond putting my foot in one of them. I take a size 10 in regular shoes. I tried a 10.5 and an 11 in the Altra Torin and, while they are not compatible with my feet, I would recommend going up a full size to anyone wishing to try them.

I usually wear 9 in running shoes, sometimes 9.5, but in Altras I need a 10. My feet are a tad wider than normal, and the Altras feel so roomy in the toe box (width and height) they are a dream. The red Intuition 1.5 are, hands down, the prettiest Altras on the market, and I really wanted to love them, but ended up sending them back, because I had tried the Altra Torins first, which are more comfortable to wear. Not only are the Torins a tiny bit more cushioned in the sole, but they are also well cushioned all around. In the Intuition 1.5, I could feel the tongue pressing on the top of my foot ever so lightly, while the Torins feel like clouds on your feet. Sadly, I had to pick comfort over style, since I need these for trail running. If I could make one recommendation, it would be that the next Torins look like the red Intuition 1.5. Please, Altra, get rid of all the white in the women's Torins! I ended up keeping the black men's Torins and colored the ugly blue stripe black with a Sharpie, and am thinking about also keeping the black women's Torin if I can figure out how to paint the white midsole black (not sure if a Sharpie would work).

These shoes are awesome! I have short wide feet with bunions so shoes are a problem for me. I was running in Merrell Pace Gloves but missed having cushioning especially on longer runs. These shoes have both room in the toe box and excellent cushioning.

Very comfortable shoe. At first seems a little too cushioned, but breaks in and is now about perfect. First time with zero drop shoes and it takes some getting used to (as in your calves will be very sore), but I love the concept and can feel a difference in my foot strength. Kinda ugly though.

Great choice if you don't want your heel raised but still want a little cushion. I had been running in New Balance Minimus for about 6 months, loved the zero drop but wanted more cushion for the road. These seem to be good for longer distances on asphalt. I needed to go up a half size to get the loose fit they recommend.

I really enjoyed the added cushion under the ball of the feet. Only issue for me with this shoe is that the heel was a bit too loose. Perhaps using the loop style tying method found on Altra's website will help, haven't tried yet. Shoe is very comfortable for walking around in. M 5'7, 165# - avg run distance: 5-8 miles 4 days per week.

Altra is my new shoe. I spent years in very supportive shoes with loads of problems, and my knees and hips feel healthy again from these. Tried the Torin style but settled on these because the size was so perfect. I took another reviewer's advice and ordered a whole size up and it fits so perfectly. No pain, though give yourself some break in time, don't jump in. We have been used to wearing shoes that 'assist' our legs, and Altra brings the strength back for a natural stride. I under pronate and the pickiest shoe person in the world. I took the wedge out but for over pronaters it may help. I love these shoes! Thank you Zappos for putting up with all my returns!

Altra makes incredible shoes, and you really can't go wrong with any of them. They help you have a natural stride that benefits your whole body. I used to wear super supportive shoes but now with the zero drop I'll never go back! I settled on a different style than the Torin simply because the sizing is a bit off. I ordered a 7.5, my normal size, which fit more like an 8 or 8.5. Then tried the 7 and it felt small. Still a great shoe but couldn't quite find my size. I'm wearing the provisioness style in a 8.5 and it fits perfectly. Luckily Zappos is such good service it's not a huge deal to exchange, and Altras do have strange sizing.

Amazing shoes! Love the toes space. I was expecting to make a slow transition into these shoes with my running but it wasn't necessary. Comfort for wide feet