Customer Reviews Altra Paradigm 7
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142 total reviews
Review Breakdown:
54%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
19%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
15%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
6%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
6%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
91%"Felt true to size"
91%"Felt true to width"
82%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I have to buy the men's size 9.5 to make up the width without the heel being too wide. I use these because I have a Morton's Neuroma that causes pain in the toe box and a wide toe box shoe is indespensible. I have one problem with Altra that they keep changing the width of the toe box so I have to try several pairs before I find the right size. Luckily this pair has stayed the same for at least a year and works wonderfully.
Susan,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Initially, I bought these for my daily runs, following a recommendation from my physical therapist to get shoes with a wider toe box, and Altras were known for that. These arrived promptly in the mail and went in a couple of runs, and it was great. My toes are not cramped, and my foot can move naturally. I also used them for a thru-hike in Japan, and they were extremely comfortable. This is my first time with zero-drop running shoes, so that took some adjusting. Would definitely be looking for more Altras in the future, especially their hiking boots.
Chuck,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
So Im a fighter that had a knee surgery. I was walking 10KM a day and needed the best shoes to gain foot and joint strenght. This is the best shoe that respect human biomecanics!! AMAZING SHOES
Gabriel,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I purchased the Men's Paradigm 7 because my other walking/running shoes compressed my toes in a narrow toe box. The Paradigm 7's wide toe box keeps my arches and calves more relaxed, reducing the tension and the hammer-toe effect.
Tracy,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
The perfect sneakers for my feet. Wide toe-box very comfortable sneakers for everyday use, walking or running.
JM,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Attractive shoe and color. Support is good. I'm happy!
Arthur, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
The most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. These are my second pair. After two hip surgeries, my PT strongly recommended I get good supportive shoes to help with hip alignment. These were perfect.
Tina,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Fit well. Good styling. Like the color. Right amount of support.
Arthur, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I have bunion issues, and this was the ONLY shoe that has worked for me - it has a wide toe box that allows me to wear toe spacers while I walk/hike (5-7 miles a day). Since discovering them - after trying a zillion other brands/models - I haven't had any toe/foot/bunion pain. Totally recommend!
Wendy,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
This was my only choice the day I bought them. I only use them for running so I would have preferred to save a few bucks for a model that was a runner only. But, I have very pleased with the Paradigm.
ZeroDropOutlaw,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I run primarily in them and if I have a long day on my feet. Supportive and comfortable!
Christian,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I use these shoes almost exclusively for daily walking exercise. They are GREAT! I can't believe how light weight and comfortable they are. The cushioning for my bony feet is exceptionally comfortable and supportive. I love them.
Steve,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
The product is comfortable and provides me the toe box I need. I would like to have a greater selection of colors in size 15. This has limited my ability to buy the colors I would like to have. There is a lot of great value for me in having this quality of a walking shoe and I would like to buy more.
Rick,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
These were my first pair of altras and I'm so happy I took the leap and spent the money. I'm so happy to finally have a shoe that gives my toes the room they need :)
Aaron,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Best walking shoes I've ever had.
Jim,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Love, love, love this shoe and the substantial improvements from the previous 6 model. I had 2 pair of 6's and both wore out a hole in the heel cuff. They fixed that with better, stronger fibers throughout and this shoe feels so solid/stable underfoot. by the way, customer service folks were awesome responding to having shipped the wrong shoes to me at first Go Altra!
B,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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This is my 4th pair of Altras and I love the wide toe box, just what I need. My downgrade on the style stars is due to the color. The color says ‘white’ but these are cream…even slightly rose gold…at best. It’s not enough to return them as I’m using them for exercise but if it was an every day shoe for me, they would have been sent back.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
So grateful Altra shoes are in this world!!! My feet can only take thin-soled barefoot shoes for so long and then I need CUSH, especially when walking longer distances on city concrete surfaces. LOVE this bright blue color too!
Heather,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I use them for running. I have bunions and these wide toe boxes allow me to run without pain.
John,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I use it for my all around shoe. I've tried other brands as well as Altra and know that the paradigm is the shoe for me.I have six pair of this model.
Dane,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
After running in the Torins and getting injured, like a fool I researched after. Knowing I need supporting shoes, I bought the Paradigm 5s and absolutely loved them. Once they wore out I bout the the 6s the foam was too soft and not supportive like the 5s. The 6s were also not responsive like the 5s. I took a gamble on the 7s because I heard they were firmer and they are way better than the 6s. People that started on the 6 probably won't like that, but people who started before the 6s and went to Paradigm for support will love them compared to the 6s.
Francisco,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Wear them casually, specifically when getting groceries, shopping, running errands etc.
Very comfortable to wear all day and stand in.
Lance,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Thank you, Altra for giving us the only zero-drop stability shoes with moderate/high cushion in the market. As someone who has had knee surgery and back issues, this shoe is a godsend. Super comfortable and stable. The arch support and the guidance rails are perfect. Please don't change this combination Altra or discontinue this line.
My only request to Altra is to give us a trail version of this gem! Currently, none of the Altra trail shoes have an arch support and guidance system.
Srin,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Have 3 pairs. They are great. My knees and feet are feeling better wearing the Paradigm7.
Dan,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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First time trying the Altra stability line. Comparing them with Topo, another brand with the larger toe box. So far so good. Will know more after wearing them for a while. Roomy toe box. Orthotics fit nicely. Secure fit, but not too tight. Size seems to be the same as other brands. These are listed as having 'high' cushion vs 'mild' cushion, but I didn't notice that much of a difference in the cushioning between the Provision, Paradigm, and Experience. I would say they do not have an abundance of cushioning, but enough. The 'guide rails' seem to offer fairly good stability, not the kind of stability that shoes had several years ago, but the type of guided stability shoes are offering now. As these are my first pair of Altra, I can't compare to previous versions.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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