Customer Reviews Altra Escalante Racer

I love and need the wide toe box. As soon as I put these shoes on I smiled, I could wear them immediately, they fit super well and have never had a problem with them. I also get tons of compliments on them and I love to share, I cannot recommend these shoes highly enough!

The Escalante is the perfect performance shoe for difficult feet. They have no seams to rub against my overlapping toes and bunions. They fit snuggly and comfortably, give plenty of toe space, and allow me to run in comfort.

These shoes are so comfortable! I've taken them on my first couple of walks/runs and I love that there is some cushion, but they're not heavy. They needed absolutely no break in time so that was a bonus!

I have had trouble my whole running life finding a shoe that fits and doesn't rub anywhere. These are great for short distance runs and just wearing around. I will keep buying these.

I run on flat dirt trails.

I've blown through a lot of running shoes. Usually when I'm ready for a new pair, I try on a handful and take them for a test spin at my local running store. I felt really hesitant to buy a pair of shoes online (yes, I'm old!), but the minute I put these on I knew I had made the right decision (I will still visit my local running store). Thanks Altra for making a comfortable, lightweight shoe that felt 'broken in' from the moment I put them on.

I adore these shoes for cardio dance. They look great and I feel light on my feet without any soreness. The thin material is great to keep cool indoors, but might not be as great outdoors.

I was skeptical about these shoes because of the price, but after I put them on, I don't think I could ever wear a "normal" shoe again. The wide toe box is AMAZING. It feels like I'm walking on air. These are definitely the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. I've gone on a few walks and done a few high intensity workouts in them, and I love them! They are functional and cute!

I have 5 pairs of the Lone Peak 2.0. I do a lot of trail running and this iteration of the LP is perfect for me. I have 4 pair of the Escalante road shoes as I like to alternate shoes and reserved 2 pair for the treadmill. When I saw these racers I loved the grey ones, but some of the reviews stated the shoe was somewhat narrow. I decided to take a chance and bought the grey ones. I was not disappointed. The fit is just like my other Altras. I've worn them for a couple of 60 minute fartleks. These are light and provide some cushion. I plan on wearing them for a 10-mile road race in October. I'm getting ready to order a 2nd pair. Jm

I am an avid runner with nearly 1,300 miles for 2021. This is by far the best shoe Altra has ever made. I am getting for my first 70.3 triathlon and spent majority of miles in Torin Plush. Its comfortable but a slow shoe and I don't love excess cushioning. This shoe is perfect. Wore it this am for my last half marathon before my upcoming race in three weeks and felt like myself again!! It's bouncy, comfortable, breathable. What else can you ask for?

Love the room for my toes to spread!

I normally run in Altras but I bought these just for my daily "job" wear. I've only worn them to work 1 time and have already gotten so many compliments!!! I just wish I could find the white with the red transition to yellow soles!!! Everyone is sold out of my size.

My new gray/purple racers just came in the mail - the 5th racers I have owned. I am a visual person and was concerned about the color of the soles, but I wanted the grey so much that I took a chance. Well, I was excited to find they look much better on my feet than in the pictures! These are going to be one of my visual faves. My top color choice were the racers that were grey on top with blue soles. And of course the fit is great, as usual. I am so glad to be an Altra customer! Thank you.