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Rating Summmary:

85 total reviews
Altra Experience Form

Review Breakdown:

56%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

19%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

7%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

9%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

8%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

63%"Felt true to size"

69%"Felt true to width"

62%"Moderate arch support"

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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I bought this shoe when it first came out and after trying it for a few weeks, I was worried it might sell out. It is the best sneaker I have ever had, no kidding. I don't even have to put my orthotic in it after 3 months of wear and I cannot believe it. My foot specialist recommended it to me and it was the best I have had.
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7 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I love Altras but running in zero drop shoes hurts my knees and lower back. The Experience Form is just what I needed! A slight drop and a wide toe box; the best of both worlds! No more pain! 5 stars!
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6 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Best sneakers I've ever owned I have had plantar fascitis all my life. I am now 189lbs lighter and leaning to run! I live and love These sneakers!!
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6 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
My PT HIGHLY recommended while working with me on a horrific recovery from knee surgery. I am having to learn to walk again and now feel like that is actually possible. So grateful! I even call them my magic shoes:)
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4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
This is the only shoe I'm able to wear after cheilectomy surgery on my big toe. I also have a Tailor's bunion on my pinky toe. The shoe has great room in the toe box and nice cushioning. I'd love if they came in white with black laces.
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2 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I liked how the shoe looked and really wanted it to work, but I had to return it. I have a hammer toe and bunions, and the toe area of these shoes was too low--the top of the shoes pressed on my toes. The stability feature (which is why I ordered them) seems to be a pad that sticks into the inside of the shoe on the sides by the heel. They were hard and uncomfortable. Overall, these are probably perfect for someone with problem-free feet, but I have several issues that made them not work for me.
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2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
These have the perfect amount of room in the toe box and are very comfortable. It's like walking on clouds. I work on my feet for 10 hours on concrete floors and my feet are not tired. These are great!
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I LOVE this shoe! I tried these and 2 other styles from another brand and ended up sticking with these. They felt great for my half marathon, no pain anywhere! I already bought a backup pair because something always changes when they release new models. I need everything to stay exactly how it is! The shoe is perfect, the perfect heel to toe drop, perfect amount of cushioning, perfect stability. They did run about a half size smaller than normal so I had to send a pair back and go up half a size.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running USIncentivized Review
These are the most comfortable running shoes I have ever worn. They literally feel like you are walking on a cloud. I also love how the style looks. It gives me a little lift which being 5 foot 1 helps me a bit. Overall these sneakers are a must have of all runners.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running USIncentivized Review
I really enjoy these shoes. The cushion is great without being overly springy. Wide toe box allows for maximum comfort but doesn't make the shoe wide. Colors are fun and not basic. I wore primarily in a concrete trail.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
This was my first pair of Altras after only having worn On clouds. I fell in love with them in the store and had to have them! They have been my favorite shoes for 12 hour shifts because they are so comfortable and I had planned on purchasing more. I have not even had them a year and the bottom of the shoe is shredding, there is a hole forming on the side of the toe on one, and the fabric is separating from the bottom of the other! I only wear them to work and swap out my sneakers regularly. So for under a year of wear, I am extremely disappointed with the quality especially for the price.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I bought these as many reviews say they are similar to the way the Superior 4 used to be. Unfortunately, while they look amazing, and the toe box is wide and comfy, so are the heels. Even with the laces cranked down, my heel kept slipping out. I am absolutely gutted because Altra has been my go to brand for years but I am not sure they have anything that will work for my feet. I have a regular with ball of foot and very narrow heels.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
Tried both an 8 1/2 and a 9. Too narrow. Felt too small too. Will be returning.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I never thought I would find the perfect fitting sneaker, but I did. I adore them so much I have three pairs of these. I wear them every single day as I workout daily. I also use them to run errands, etc.. When I ordered my first pair I got my usual size, but felt they were too perfect, so I went up a half size, and haven't looked back. My feet never hurt, and are always comfortable; I'm in love. Please do not change anything about this shoe...ever! For me, it's perfect in every way. My only request, please add some neutral colors (more masculine). I would buy more, but there are really no neutral colors to choose from, except the black, and the gray/blue. I cannot understand why female sneakers are always in tacky colors that the manufacturer feels represent colors women would wear...smh. Not all of us like "girly" colors; I'm grown, not 10.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
These might be my favorite pair of altras yet! I was having foot issues and these solved it! So comfy to wear all day for work
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I have tried all of the popular brands & my foot always felt unstable! I had plantar fasciitis and did PT, a boot brace and new tennis shoes didn't fix it. These shoes have done their job! THANK YOU!!
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
My new favorites!
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I tried other styles by Altra but decided that I needed a little stability. These shoes seem to do well for me but I needed to add an insole because my feet are very narrow.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I have been running and walking in Altra for over a decade and this is my favorite pair to-date. Just enough cushion, toe box is perfect.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
As someone with high arches and having worked on my feet for 40 years, I suffer from metatarsalgia foot pain, and have not found a shoe in which I didn't have to wear arch support inserts. My Altra Women's Experience Form have changed that. Not only do I not need the arch supports any longer, but I am able to walk several miles, and even jog with no pain!
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I keep going back to Altras. Because they keep feeling great on my feet.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I love these shoes but I need a low-drop shoe (4mm or less); if you don't, then these may take some getting used to. I found the toe box to have plenty of room and they were comfortable right out of the box. If you're looking for a low-drop shoe, Altra is the best brand!
I'd also recommend:
Mephisto, Rieker, Gentle Souls, Gabor
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
I am old and have been running for 50 years, though many people would question my use of the term run. I have been wearing Altra shoes for a number of years and have been happy with them. My feet are long and narrow, so it is hard to find shoes to fit. After trying a newer version of the model I was wearing and finding that they were too loose, I talked with a customer support person who suggested this model. It is made on a narrower last, so it fits well. It was comfortable from the first time I put it on. I only run maybe 15 miles a week, so it doesn't get a hard workout, but it is good for me. Now if I could just remember to pick up my feet!
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
excellent
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Altra Running US
After having sesamoiditis for 2 years, then a sesamoidectomy, I was on the hunt for the perfect shoe. After trying several brands, Altra takes the cake! I bought 2 pair and wear them with everything!
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0 found this review helpful.

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