Customer Reviews Altra Cayd
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72%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
12%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
8%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
4%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
5%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
74%"Felt true to size"
90%"Felt true to width"
80%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
The title says it all, I have a pair of black Cayds and just bought a brown pair, i may buy the blue ones, we'll see. The fit is excellent, the wide toe box isn't as visually obvious as other Altras and the quality of the leather and the build quality is top notch. Makes for an excellent everyday shoe, i play music and these work great for 3 hr standing gigs. Recommended!
StevieT,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
I have been looking for a casual shoe for months that will not only offer me some support like that of a tennis shoe, but will also allow me to wear them with slacks, khakis, and jeans. When I saw these shoes from my favorite running shoe maker, I instantly purchased the brown color. When I got them in yesterday, I tried them on, and was blown away. They are literally a running shoe masked as a casual loafer. I could have easily gone out and ran a 10-miler in them. In terms of comparable comfort, I would put them up there with my Torins. The zero drop, and the signature wide toe box just makes this shoe all the more better.
Tim,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
These shoes are a great addition to the Everday line. The fit reminds me of the first Torins, and I am enjoying moving around the office in comfort and style (and feel I could jog a few miles at lunch as well). The leather on the sides is nice, and I would be interested in seeing leather added to the top/vamp instead of fabric (in future iterations), but that's a small thing. The Cayd is an amazing shoe.
McKooy,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
I can't tell you how long I've been waiting for Altra to come out with a casual sneaker that is sort of dressy. You NAILED IT with the new Men's Cayd. I just received my new pair today in brown and I am instantly in love. I am an exclusive Altra shoe guy for hiking, running, walking, and working out for all of your classic identifiers, viz., zero drop and large toe box, good longevity, etc. Sure my wife calls them my "Clown Shoes" but I don't care. They feel good and I know they are good for me.
The Cayd strikes a near perfect balance of good looks, style, and nice leather quality. I don't know if I want to take them off tonight - I may sleep in them!
Thank you for finally making these.
Windstruck,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
BEST EVERYDAYS SHOE EVER. IT WILL MOLD TO YOUR FEELS AND IT FITS PERFECTLY. BEST SHOE EVER
ALTRA P,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I have arthritis in my big toe and have been wearing these for work consistently. I really want to buy another pair.
Jk,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I walk around 30k steps per day at work. These shoes have relieved my foot pain. I really do love them. The only issue at all is a slight separation between the show and sole after a couple of months. So put some more up for sale. I will be buying more.
Shawn,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Get more stylish with color combos like maybe...
Pine green w/gum or black sole or navyw gum or black sole
Altra E,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
I would give this one a 4.5 if it were an option, but 4.0 is all that was available. These are great. I wish the back from the bottom of my foot to my ankle were a little taller, but I love them otherwise
Duff B,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
General use
George,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
This is a very good shoe, and I bought this particular model three times now. The leather is thick and good quality. Consequently it takes a little time to break in. The only thing I like better about the previous pair was the white around the perimeter of the soul instead of all black. It reminds me of a nurse Shooo too much.
Dave,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Verified PurchaseReview for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Overall, the shoes were quite comfortable and were apparently a rather high quality, however, they run a bit too wide causing my feet to slide side to side. My concern with that is twofold: 1) stability during rigorous activity, and 2) the possibility of blisters on long walks and such. All in all though, a very good product.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
Started with the brown(still going strong!). Was coloring in the whites with sharpie for work ,until the black on black came out. Still use the other ones for knocking around. Very comfortable shoe.
Dennis @,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
This is a very versatile shoe good for work and leisure! I would definitely buy it again. Only drawback Is one of rubber thread on the heel came off for only a week of use. I used a shoe contact cement to glue to fix it. My advice is to new buyers is to be patient with the break-in period you will love it. Please altra do not discontinue this.
Robert O,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
I find it hard to obtain shoes that don't hurt my feet in some way, no matter what purpose--running, walking, dress-up, or heavy work. Usually it's because the toebox is too narrow. These shoes are comfortable for a long day's wear, and look decent with dress pants and a shirt. They are not dressy enough for a sport-coat, and I'd love to see Altra make a true dress shoe on this pattern--maybe patent leather? All in all, this is great shoe, and it lasts a good long time.
Eric,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
Upon initial fitting they felt really good. Then went for a long walk and returned with two big blisters from the rubbing on the backs of my heels, ouch!! So, they are breaking in my feet. Hope it improves over time. I'm willing to wait to see if they start to relax and form better to my feet. Fingers crossed, er, toes crossed.
Jim,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
I wear daily in the office and casually on weekends. I am a big guy. In office I am not on my feet 70% of the time but these shoes give me a little pep in the step when I have to move boxes. Have had the shoes since March and durability has held up. Hoping I can get a year out of them.
Gabe,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
The shoe feels very comfortable and cushioned. I wish it looked less like a sneaker. Fortunately I can wear it to work as part of casual attire
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
These are my "office sneakers" - somewhere in between dress shoes and actual sneakers. They are incredibly comfortable with the anatomical foot shape. Unfortunately, they sacrifice a bit in the looks department because of it. If you value comfort over looks, or are having foot issues / think work shoes are uncomfortable after a year of wearing crocs during the pandemic, this might be your huckleberry.
BG,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Verified PurchaseReview for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
They have a nice roomy, human-foot-shaped toe box, which my toes enjoyed but my sense of style not so much. Before you purchase, be sure to carefully consider the images of the shoe as viewed from above. They have a very alternative, Earth Shoe-y appearance - not a shoe that will go unnoticed. I'm usually a comfort-over-style person, but even I have a limit.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
The only tiff I have with these shoes are their shoe laces. I've owned 2 pairs and their shoelaces seem to be the first to go. If they lasted longer I'd like them better.
Engineer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
This shoe suffers from the same issue that others have complained about, on other styles not just this one. It is too tight on the top of the foot. I understand several styles have been changed over time, and have this problem.
Cleetus T,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
However, the other day I was wearing them and both shoes started flapping and I had never heard that sound before on these shoes. The tread on the soles of the shoes came unglued. I used some loctite gel to adhere them to the sole. Hope this hold them as I have not worn them steady for any long duration of time. BUT I love them and bought another pair because of their comfort and looks.
Casual W,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running
...I wish the area around the ankles were softer. I've yet to walk a long distance in them but I'm concerned that my ankles may be rubbed raw when I do. Hopefully they will soften up the more I wear them. The sole feels so good that I might purchase another pair when these wear out.
Casual K,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Nutshell: These are good looking Altras to wear around town but the sizing feels weird due to the arches.
Look: My kids, including one teen, approve. I love Altras and am glad that they make some so I don't have to wear running shoes all the time to get the toe box. The toe box doesn't really pop out like it does on some Altra models so they don't have that "clown shoe" look.
Fit: The fit is weird for Altras. While the length is true to size, the arch feels like it's a little closer to the heel and that makes the shoe feel as if it's a half size smaller than it is. It's unusual for the Altra models that I've tried, which are Lone Peak 3.5s, Lone Peak 4.0s, Escalante 1.5s, and Escalante 2.0s. I'm the same size in all of those shoes and the arches don't feel weird. I'd recommend trying on both your size and a half size larger.
Comfort: These are stiffer than Lone Peak or Escalantes and require more break in. Other than that they're casual shoes that incorporate tech from your running shoes. What's not to love?
David, Zappos Customer,
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