Customer Reviews Altra Escalante Racer

Male. 5'9". 160lbs. Size 10. I have a neuroma in my right foot, and have been on a quest to change my entire shoe collection to wide toe-box and zero drop shoes. I wanted the best material (and prefer knit shoes because they result in much less fabric waste - better for the environment...they're also more comfortable in my opinion so it's a win win win!), something that was at least somewhat fashionable, and a durable shoe. These Altras are my first pair, and I am really impressed so far. I've only walked in them and some light jogging, but they felt fantastic right out of the box. I've gotten very sensitive with my toes being squeezed, and these have tons of space (my foot is normal width). There is just the right amount of cushion...you still know that your feet are hitting the road, but there's also a good amount of absorption. Feels like a ton of value for the price and quality. I'm looking forward to ramping up in these for my first half-marathon....and can not see myself getting a different shoe for as long as Altra is making this one. Looking forward to the upcoming marathon versions....I hope they make more with darker soles (I've never understood why running shoes would have white soles haha). Highly recommend these!

As was recommended on early posts, I think this shoe runs about 1/2 size big. I love this shoe. It isn't overly cushioned but I want to feel the road. I don't like a lot of cushion.

Amazing. Best running shoes ever. I had previously worn the Altra Escalante 1.5. That was good. But, for me, the Racer is even better. The toe box felt wider and overall the shoe felt less plush and cushioned (in a good way - less squidgy, better ground feel). This shoe felt more comfortable and more natural (closer to the feeling of not wearing a shoe at all). I had been looking for a shoe with a) a wide toe box; b) little or no heel drop; c) that was quite flexible; and d) that had just the right amount of cushioning - not too soft/thick but not nothing at all. This shoe was perfect for me. I had originally worn more traditional, heavily cushioned running shoes (Asics, Brooks) but developed tibialis posterior/achilles tendinosis. I switched to barefoot shoes (Vivobarefoot, Merrell) which helped with the teninosis but caused other foot pain/discomfort. The Altra Escalante Race is the perfect balance for me. Feels like running barefoot but comfortable, like I could do it all day long.

I really like these shoes. I use these as my running shoes for my long runs. They do run a half size large compared to how Brooks and Nikes fit my feet but I knew this before I bought them based on other Altras I have bought in the past.

These Altra Footwear Escalante Racers are THE most comfortable sneakers I have owned in my ENTIRE life. I had the regular Escalantes and once I started wearing those, I realized the Zero Drop these are famous for, was a HUGE help for me as my legs ALWAYS cramp up on even short runs..even power walking. Enter Zero Drop any pain I had with regular sneakers just don't happen anymore with my Escalantes..and even better with this racer mode. This Racer is even more comfortable and light than the regular Escalantes. It almost feels like you are not wearing anything on your feet!. Don't know what to say but I am blown away by these sneakers My only little complaint?...I find they are not the easiest sneakers to actually put on. They are SO soft and thin I find it takes a bit longer to get them on, BUT they are so amazing that small little struggle is forgotten instantly. If you like zero drop or just want an amazing sneaker THESE are off the hook AMAZING. Also I do like that Altra has their classic wide toe box but unlike the regular Escalantes, these racers have just a little less of a wide frog lol weird look at the front of the sneakers, yet still TONS of room for your toes..just LOOKS better..less frog like. :)

Comfortable and stylish. Used for walking

Just like all of their shoes, my wide foot fits these very well. On this model, I love the mesh for breathability in warmer months.

Not a runner but I love the extra room in the toe box that Altra shoes have and I wear them all the time. I use these as a casual shoe and sometimes to work out. Super comfortable and stylish too. I like them so much that I bought a pair in black.

So glad to have found these! I've been trying for years, gone through all of the wides, 2Es, 4Es for every major brand. These shoes have a wide enough toe box without making the heel extra wide. I'm 6', 185 lbs, moderate to high arches, 1E-2E forefoot. After hitting my 40's, started getting recurring plantar fasciiitis, the occasional in-grown toenail. I just wear for walking and normal every day use. I can fit a variety of inserts too without compromising the toebox.

I have been running with Altra Escalante running shoes for several years and the Escalante Racers are fantastic. Lighter, cooler and very comfortable for mid-long distance. I purchased two pairs to rotate and did not over spend for such a great pair of shoes.

Amazing shoe from Altra!!! Have owned a couple pairs of Altra’s before, this are by far the best ones they make.

This shoe fit well; right out of the box I did a 9 mile jog at half-marathon pace and my feet felt amazing. The laces are a great material that flexes well. The toe-box, as others have pointed out already, is wide to let your toes naturally splay. The shape of the shoe is really nice and unlike any other brands I've owned recently (Most recently:Brooks, Nike, Asics). The contour is such that it feels the natural curve of your foot. I had already been running in zero drop shoes, so this shoe wasn't a change for me in heel to toe drop. I like the cushioning and outer design better than the inov8s I had a few years back. They're stylish to wear around. They're very breathable, perfect for long runs; my feet never overheat. If you're looking for a flat, light running shoe then this is the shoe for you.

I used to run in Asics and Brooks Running Shoes, but was looking for a neutral drop running shoe. The Altra Escalante Racer, fit and ran great, so they are my new go to running shoe.

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