Customer Reviews Altra Paradigm 7

I enjoy running, walking, working, and just about everything in this shoe. I've had a few of the previous versions of this shoe and enjoy them all equally. Thanks Altra!

I ranch in Montana and walk about eight to 10 miles daily just doing chores. My left heel, over the last year, had become so painful that I simply limped through my chores. I'm about five weeks into my first pair of Altras and the pain is disappearing! I am so grateful! I already ordered my second pair and am seriously thinking of running again!

I love the nice wide-toe box. This shoe is so comfortable and easy to wear. The shoe gives ample room for the feet and is great to run in. I really enjoy testing out these shoes, they are great to have in my arsenal.

If you are looking for an athletic shoe with wiggle room this is it! I personally don't have wide feet, but these were still comfy shoes for walking, cross-training, and felt great after wearing them all day on my feet at work. No squished toes!

I got this shoe as a free sample and let me tell you I was skeptical at first but I love this shoe! It is so light but very comfortable. It conforms to your foot so we'll giving you support and cushion where you need it! It breathes very well too. My feet Don. Or feel hot or sweaty (especially in this heat). So no smelly feet. The wide toe design gives my toes enough room to move around. I thought it looked weird at first, the design that is but it's grown on me. I ca appreciate it now, it helps my feet feel not so confined.

Thank you to Altra for giving me this pair of Paradigm 7's for free so I could try them out and review them. I am still a "newer" runner and I've tried a couple different styles so far but none have been perfect. I have been trying to find a pair of shoes that provide lots of cushioning and have a wide toe box. I was excited to have the opportunity to try these shoes because I've always heard good things and they did not disappoint. The cushioning is very plush and lightweight which is great. I also really appreciate how wide the toe box is on these because a lot of shoes are so narrow and rub uncomfortably. The shoes do not look or feel bulky which I think is great so I can wear them casually while running around with my kids. I tried these shoes both on the treadmill and on a gravel path at a local park. I haven't tried road running in them yet but I'm sure they'll do great there too. I'm looking forward to continuing my running journey in these shoes and am considering seeing what trail shoe options there are as well. Thanks again Altra and the shoes are awesome!

I have used these daily since I received them. They are ultra light and very comfortable. The shoes are supportive and cushioning.

I received these shoes for free in exchange for writing this review. I run moderate distances often, as well as daily walks with my dog so I was excited to try these shoes. I used to like a minimalist shoe but have found that I've needed more support to prevent pain during and after a run. I've found other high support shoes to feel clunky and heavy; these Altra shoes provide great support yet feel overall lightweight. They are cushiony and comfortable for both walking and running. I feel the aspects of the design of this shoe, such as the Balanced Cushioning, help to promote better form when running. I have put about 50 miles on these shoes so far and haven't found that I've had much of any of my typical pain after a run. I have ran in them on concrete, road, trail, and on a treadmill. They perform great all around. Sizing - I am typically an 8-8.5 in running shoes and the 8.5 in these overall fit well so I would say they are true to size, with a wider fit. The wide toe box was great for me as that is where I struggle the most with needing extra width in shoes. The design is attractive, I love the color options offered in this shoe. Overall a wonderful shoe with great support and a fit accommodating to wide feet!

I have wide feet and high arches and these fit comfortably. I did hours of dog walking in them and a few workouts. They are supportive in the right places as I have relatively flat feet. They are also very aesthetically pleasing, so I would definitely recommend them!

The shoes fit me perfectly, they're true to size. I did a couple of cardio workouts in them that involved running and rowing. I found them to be very comfortable and spread the weight of my body evenly across the sole. It feels like walking on the cloud. Besides, I really like the design, and they can serve me on multiple occasions of my daily routine. I definitely recommend them!

These shoes are cute and comfy, weather I'm going for a run, a morning walk, or a hike. They're padded in all the right places and cushion my foot, which I've had a little trouble with ever since I broke three metatarsals a few years back. My feet are a little wide in the toe box and these accommodated me just fine. Their break in period was short and I love the color. I don't think I'll be going back to my old brand. I did receive these in exchange for leaving a review but these opinions are my own.

Thanks Altra for the free shoes!! I received these to review and was thrilled to get to try them out, as I need a wider toe box thanks to a Morton's neuroma. These are supportive and comfortable, and my toes have room!! The back of the heel needed a little breaking in (wore some higher socks for the first few wears, no big deal). I loved the Torin 6s before but the Paradigms are my new favorite.

What can I say about these lovely shoes, when I am out for a run, it feels like I am running barefoot on clouds! These shoes are great for my daily early am jogs. They look and feel nice, my only issue is that they were true to size.

As someone with major medical issues but still determined to run, I always look for the best running shoes. The best for support, the best for stability, the best for comfort. The Altra Paradigm 7 checks all these boxes and a few I didn't even know that should be on my list. Right out of the box I could tell these were not just another basic running shoe. They are extremely lightweight. The next difference from the average running shoe I observed is the noticeable more square toe box. As someone with feet that aren't wide but whose toes don't "angle in to the point" I couldn't wait to slide my feet into them. Lacing them up I could already feel the cushion the entire length of the shoe is had great impact absorption without being bulky. After a bit of stretching it was time for the true test and putting some miles on them. I had only planned on a mile run to break them in and see how my body responded to a different shoe system than it was use to. After just a few minutes into the run I knew I had found my new favorite running shoes. They were very stable without sacrificing flexibility, the impact absorption was fantastic with no added bulk or weight. The shoe itself was responsive in movement. Before I had knew it I had traveled about 3 miles! With a total knee replacement, titanium rods supporting half of my spine and a fusion plate in my neck I can tell you I usually am aware of every step passed a mile! So my planned mile turned into a 10k and I was OK with that! The only issue I had with the shoe was the laces did not stay tied very well without having to double knot them. The only concern I have with the shoes is how many colors can I get them in before my husband realizes my running shoe collection had doubled.

I love these running shoes. They felt comfortable throughout the whole day. This is definitely sure you can wear when you are walking or running long distance the color way is beautiful as well.highly recommend

I received this complimentary from BzzAgent for my honest review. I love the color baby blue w yellow. The size 9 was true to size. The cushion support is what I love most. I have over probated feet, and these help relieve the pressure of how I normally walk on a daily basis. I definitely would recommend this to anyone

Pretty comfortable and there wasn't too much of a wear in period. Feet when running were not sore. Like I have experienced in shoes before. The fit was great and during running it felt like there was enough stability. I'm hoping these will last awhile. Got a pair free but all comments are my own.

Amazing shoe, offering maximum cushioning and comfort! Has become my go-to shoe for walking and running! The midsole provides protection for longer use and offers stability! The shoe is built strong and fits great!

These shoes are incredible ! I always struggle to find shoes that feel supportive but also very cushiony. These are it! I love how the toe box is wider so that I have more space. They are so springy and bouncy, I feel like I can run or walk for days without issues. I suffer from chronic pain, so it's very hard to find shoes I rave about. I've already told so many people about how comfortable these are! The color is great too! I'm so happy woth these sneakers! Thanks for the opportunity test them!!

ALTRA gave me this Paradigm 8 to try and they have quickly found a spot in my running shoe rotation. I liked them so much that I actually wore them to work a few days, over my normal footwear. Fit - I felt that these ran a tad smaller than the lone peak 5, but overall they fit well right out of the box! The toe box is roomy & the heel feels secure. There's plenty of cushioning (both in the upper material and the midsole) to make them feel like clouds. Durability - I've put roughly 30 miles on these shoes & there's no noticeable wear at any spot on the shoe. I've primarily used these on paved roads/side walks, but they've also put a little bit of time on packed gravel. Performance - The longest run I did in these was 6 miles; my feet felt great afterwards. The midsole was plush throughout the whole run & the stability rail really helped with my over pronation, without being noticeable. If you're looking for a stable, plush, zero-drop shoe to take on pavement and hard pack gravel, I'd recommend this!