Toe splay is so much more important than most people realize and is my biggest bug bear in running shoes.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Yeah now I’ve tried these I really appreciate how important a good to splay is!
@bev97084 жыл бұрын
thomas fritz Thanks!! I was just reading about them online and they sound really interesting for sure!!!!
@MrRennieFrumpkin4 жыл бұрын
Have to agree, I’m a recent convert...it’s incredible! Wish other shoe companies would take note!!
@bev97084 жыл бұрын
thomas fritz As an older runner who does lots of mileage, I’m always interested in max-cushion shoes to protect my joints... looks like that’s the Phantom!
@bev97084 жыл бұрын
thomas fritz THOSE are very wise words Thomas!!!! Truly!! No question those things are what’s truly important and honestly it’s always nice to be reminded of the essentials!! I get a bit overly obsessed with shoes and I do indeed love rotating them. Me, I really feel the difference in my joints with nice soft cushioned shoes. Just did 28km in my current favourite Brooks Glycerins.
@BirdfluDracula4 жыл бұрын
I'm on a bit of an Altra kick this year so bear with me while I ramble: I really feel like Altra redid the Escalante 2.5 in a way that honors what people loved about the first and 1.5 versions. I'm enjoying it so much that I bought a second pair just to have once the first one wears out. My favorite Altra has to be the Escalante Racer, which is just the perfect shoe. It's light, breathable, and simple. Upper, midsole, outsole. No carbon, no problem. It's one of the purest running experiences you can get without going full minimalist or barefoot. God I just love it.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
That’s amazing to hear, a few people have mentioned the escalante now so it might be one I need to look at down the line! So glad you’re loving them!
@roostermiller4 жыл бұрын
I have ran in the olympus 3.0 and the 3.5 and loved them. I used them for 20km's and onward, and mainly on the road. The extra traction and cushioning for steep down hills just saved the legs the next day. I found them ideal for 35km long runs where it was about covering the distance and not the speed. This is my favourite Max cushion shoe, I have also found that with the higher stack height you don't notice the heel to toe drop as much when compared to other Altra shoes.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic feedback, thanks for letting me know! I can’t wait to try them out on the long run... they honestly gave me no grief dropping down to zero drop but as you say, that could be due to the cushioning and big stack. I’m keen to try more now at some point!
@sebastianbolt69052 жыл бұрын
Nice feedback 👏🏼
@adimperial3 жыл бұрын
I stocked up on Olympus 3's. Best shoe ever. Max cushioned but not squishy at all. Great energy return. I have run 4 half marathons in them over the past year.. Loving the Escalante 2's as well even though some seem to dislike it for whatever reason (wear them one time they will break in). They both have a forefoot rocker which greatly helps my big toe pain.
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I can see why, this has been a real curveball for me to try and I’m so glad I did, I really really like it!
@shawfield4 жыл бұрын
Another benefit of Altra shoes with such a wide toe box is that people with relatively common forefoot problems such as Morton's neuroma, can find instant relief as toes can splay properly. Really helped me after struggling with Nike Pegasus
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
I can imagine that would be the case Mike 👌 it was quite refreshing to be able to open and splay my toes and it just made me feel like I had more stability if that makes sense?
@ariftirtoaji22784 жыл бұрын
This and my cousin Jami's have become my favorite running shoes review channels
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 🙏
@rodfriesen43703 жыл бұрын
I have the 2 years older variety of the Olympus. They literally helped heal some horrible plantar fasciitis! I don't know exactly how, but I think they played a big part. My toes used to bunch together and now my foot is healing as my toes are splaying open as I run. I remember giggling on my first run in them as I felt, for the first time ever, my toes opening right up! Worth every penny. But... they look a little cumbersome and goofy. So big! I don't care. Every day I hit the hills I'm by myself and I'm comfy! It's not a fashion show
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Yeah size 13s look enormous! But as you say they put a smile on your face don’t they!! Isn’t it great when a shoe can help that much 🙏
@RealRyanSecord4 жыл бұрын
I got these in black and grey for my Ultramarathon races (only for competition). The fit is fantastic. Not quite sure about the durability of the cushion itself (I believe it is A-Bound), but it is very cushioned out of the box and underfoot. They have the best fit of any trail shoe of this caliber, when compared to Hoka Speedgoats and other narrow shoes in the class. The traction is good for all but the muddiest and most technical trails. I give these a 9/10 easy. Very little room for improvement here. Maybe deeper lugs, more outsole Vibram coverage and a bouncier cushioning like Quantic.
@sotimak65544 жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t you say they are too heavy for those really long ultra race days? I run in quite heavy trail shoes as well but it seems to be unpopular😅
@RealRyanSecord4 жыл бұрын
@@sotimak6554 I have never had a problem with heavy shoes. I am not an elite runner, I run for the challenge of pushing myself and accomplishing far distances. I don't stress over a half ounce here or there, especially with the comfort and traction that this shoe offers. For elites or advanced runners running super fast PR attempts on flat roads the added weight may matter more. For the average runner on trails, I think the trade off for comfort, cushion and traction are worth it. Edit: I carry a heavy phone, extra gels, a vest, all sorts of other stuff on my long trail runs too. So I am obviously not prioritizing low weight, I am prioritizing enjoyment. Others may be much more focused on "winning" and need to sacrifice everything in the way of comfort for speed.
@sotimak65544 жыл бұрын
Ryan Secord this is exactly my thoughts 👌 having this sweet spot of cushion and comfort is everything 👍 sometimes I wonder what crazy kind of joints people must have to enjoy these minimalistic trail shoes 😂
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
It’s fantastic isn’t it 👌 time will tell with the durability of the midsole but overall I have to agree, there’s not really an element on the shoe bar the laces that I could recommend changes for 🤷♂️
@RealRyanSecord4 жыл бұрын
@@sotimak6554 I suspect that those minimalist runners are typically lightweight and experienced, meaning that their bodies and technique are refined enough to be able to run in those minimalist shoes. Heavier or less experienced runners don't have the same refined form, or their ligaments and tendons are not as equipped to handle the amount of force a competitor experiences in ultras. Seth James Demoor, for example, is like 5'5" and 130 pounds, and has been running for the better part of 20 years. His body is light enough and prepared enough to handle minimal shoes, and even then, he does enjoy cushion on many types of terrain, but he prioritizes traction, fit and low weight because he can and he is competitively placing on the podium.
@TheHuskyRunner4 жыл бұрын
Yessss!!!!! I am excited for you to be in this shoe and to see what you think as you wear it more! I am looking at either this shoe or the Timp 2.0 for a cushioned trail shoe.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! The timp has been recommended to me, I won’t be able to get it soon but I will look at other altra models to try for sure
@keithisaacs60924 жыл бұрын
Yes Andy i had the same problem with the laces in the Torrent 2 so i changed them, really loving them so far.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant stuff mate!
@robertmorano23724 жыл бұрын
the way you describe the shoe "molding" around the terrain is a great way of putting it. the Saucony mad rivers do this fantastically and I didn't really know how to put it or what I was feeling until I saw a ginger runner review of a shoe (cant remember what shoe) but he described this sensation perfectly! good stuff and gald you found another great shoe that's working for you.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yes the lugs just seem to work independently or in vertical strips so if you hit a rock, that section of the shoe is the only thing affected rather than a full ankle roll!
@phl0w6664 жыл бұрын
My OG Escalantes are still holding up after 800km. Favourite shoes to walk around after hard workouts. I also have the OG Escalante Racer (Boston '18) which is my go-to shoe when I recover from an overuse injury like ITBS last year. Zero drop, minimal cushioning and anatomically shaped toe box reset your gait and make for such a nice and smooth run. It's a joy to feel your feet and leg working as they should. However with weekly miles averaging 70mi in 2020 I cannot see myself using minimal shoes exclusively. I tried and always (3x) ended up with a stress fracture when I increased the mileage.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Yeah with that mileage I can understand you’d need to mix in maximal and minimal cushioned shoes to look after those feet. I’m definitely going to explore more of the altra line up and I’ll look into the escelantes 👌
@niketacruickshank95694 жыл бұрын
I’ve tried an Altra road shoe on a treadmill but as I’m used to a 12mm drop I went with another shoe with less drop to start working my way down. I felt it looked weird to start with due to the wide toe box but when I ran with them they felt fab. PS it’s fab people are sending you shoes to review as you always give an honest review
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s sensible to work down to zero drop for sure, it’s a big change going from 12 right down there but yes their comfort levels are through the roof!
@SandeepMestry4 жыл бұрын
Great review Andy, happy to see you're being sent these shoes for honest opinions - afterall that's what your reviews are - honest! Keep up the great work!👍
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much mate 🙏
@Discomattisace3 жыл бұрын
Good review as always. I’ve just gone for a pair of Escalante 2.5’s and I absolutely love them and am now an altra convert. Would be great if they sent you a pair or a pair of the racers. Brilliant for promoting good foot strike and they’re stupidly comfy!
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Would love to try those, heard great things!! Glad you like them!
@sturmunro4 жыл бұрын
Great review. I'm a big Altra, and they have really improved the fit over the last 18-24 months. The Timp 2 is the best all around trail shoe I've had, they're maximal but light and fun when picking up the pace and handle road to trail really well. I think these would suit the kind of running you do in FOD. I'm about to reload and get another pair. Funnily enough just bought the Olympus 3.5 last night on sale but like the looks of the new ones (not the $). I've also got the Superiors too, I reckon you would really notice the zero drop in those, the higher stack zero drops make the transition pretty seamless. Thanks for the great review, looking forward to seeing your trail marathon and chuffed you're looking at this type of brand and race!
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
awesome thanks so much for watching! My goal at the beginning of the year was to explore brands and I’m delighted to of tried them! Yes someone else said max cushion big stack make the transition easier, which is good! Glad you’re loving your altra!
@TheBostl4 жыл бұрын
Great review as always! I can't wait to try these shoes. In terms of the laces, it seems a lot of Altra shoes have issues with laces, on my Torin 4, I almost lost my mind, until I replaced laces and since then no problems. It must be material they are using... Altras are awesome
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Yeah must be the material of them, glad it’s not just me! But fair play, a brilliant shoe 👏
@junglisttt4 жыл бұрын
Awesome review man! Really enjoying these too...And i´m having a hard time enjoying anything but Altra now. It was so obvious after racing a 75 k back in march (in the Timp 1.5). Smooth sailing with no pain or blisters. I really enjoy the Timp 2.0 on the trails and Escalante racer and torin 4 on the road. Just got the new Torin 4.5 plush and they too are reaaaaly comfy yet responsive. Looking forward to more Altra videos!
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Sounds like you’ve really found a brand that works for you! Yes I’m definitely keen to try more that’s for sure!
@oneeyejohn694 жыл бұрын
I love my Altra's but the only way I can ever get a good lock down is with a runners knot; I think the wide toe box along with the zero drop really needs the runner's knot to hold your foot back in the heel cup.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
I’m gonna try that on my next run to see if it makes a difference 👌 glad you love yours!
@olgi20683 жыл бұрын
I agree 100% with everything you said on that shoe. 20k in and I really enjoy them a lot. But as you said the laces are very poor and don't stay tight. I have exchanged them for the laces of the Hoka Challenger ATR that I had left. Much better!!!! Apart from that, a gorgeous shoe to run in.
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad you enjoy them too, hopefully the laces will be resolved in a future version!
@arinkim7083 жыл бұрын
Got these when they first came out. I was very excited, up to this point I been wearing Altra Lone Peaks. I put on about 50-100 miles (per week) of trail running to hiking technical terrain in the Sierra Nevada from Spring-Mid Fall. Initially these shoes were solid, the high stack felt pretty good. But after about 150 miles on them the mid stack felt like it just flat lined, collapsed or something. After another 50 miles or so the side stability of the shoes just went limp..side to side stability was so bad and created so much stress one of the eyelets for the laces broke, first time I ever experienced that from a shoe. Also the shoe tread just shredded way too fast. Few smaller things: laces do not stay tight they constantly come loose, tip of the shoe peels off, and the tongue causes pressure points on top of your foot. Overall these shoes are pretty crappy. Went back Altra Lone Peaks. 10 years of trail running and hiking in the Sierra Nevada I rolled my ankle for the first time ever wearing this shoe. Took me out for 3.5 weeks and my ankles still do not feel 100%. The side stability on these shoes is very poor.
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
No way?! Gosh sorry to hear that, that’s not good! I haven’t got mine to that mileage yet so not experiencing anything you’ve mentioned but I did suffer with the bad laces. Never good when you have a bad experience with a shoe 👎
@sotimak65544 жыл бұрын
Amazing review 👍 Once I get through my adidas trail lineup I will definitely try them out. If you wanna try other Altra Trail shoes maybe do the Altra Timps. It would be great to know how they compare in your opinion. Also a comparison to the innov8 270 would be great. Way less cushion but also zero drop and wide toe box. Plus they are British 😄 thx for the great content 🙏
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Ok I’ve noted the timp 👌 how are you finding the adidas lineup? I can’t get road shoes from them but I can get the trail shoes and the parleys have been recommended to me
@sotimak65544 жыл бұрын
The FOD Runner I love my terrex two ultra parley ❤️ looking amazing too 😊 only negative is the weight and a bit the heel lockdown. But the feel of the upper and the boost are amazing on trails, though I don’t like boost on the road too much, but that’s totally different. Also I just found out that they make the same shoe with full lightstrike as well and really wonder how it compares.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow that does sounds good, I’ve got to be honest I loved my ultraboost 19s so I reckon I’d love these!
@FatUglySadMan4 жыл бұрын
Altra torin 4 my fave road shoe ever. Altra paradigm 5 is an great road shoe too if you need a little bit of support.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic thanks for the suggestion! A couple of people have mentioned the torin 👌
@ACJ604 жыл бұрын
Great review Andy. If you like the Altra, have a look at Topo Athletic. Similar wide toe box but better mid-foot and heel fit. I have run in Altra for years, but recently got into the Topo Athletc, and I actually prefer them.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard good things about topo recently too, sounds like a brand on the up!
@franklehouillier88654 жыл бұрын
It's a much better looking shoe than the 3 or 3.5. Looking forward to trying it after I use up my 3.5s which might be a while because I usually manage to get 500 miles out of them even on our rock Rocky Mountain terrain. The only thing is that sometimes the overlays on the upper would peel off slightly. Be interested in whether that still happens.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
I can imagine you could get some decent mileage out of these, They certainly are built to last! A brilliant shoe. Good to hear your thoughts that the 3.5 is lasting well 👌
@user-nu6kv6dt8w4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your very detailed review. Do you think this shoe will be comfortable for long slow runs on roads?
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! No, it’s trail shoe so it’s designed mainly to be run on trails. You can get away with a mile or two on concrete if you’re running to or from a trail but that’s about it
@TimGrose4 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Look a bit wide for me though and probably am not enough of a trail runner to need a 400g plus easy day shoe when got plenty of road ones to get a bit more dirty! Any comments on the feeling in zero drop shoes? The only ones I might wear are spikes but then not for long. Having suffered from Achilles issues a lot then am always wary but perhaps less important off road when softer anyway than road. And nice to get some shoes to be sent for review once! Shows how much work you put into the channel.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate! I took it steady on the first run and was only going to do 5 miles but the zero drop just didn’t bother me in the slightest.... I wonder if that’s due to me running in a variety of drop shoes 🤷♂️ now I’m in this training block and loving these mad hills in running I’m gonna need these over winter as I’ll steer clear of the runnable tracks and embark on some big climbers I reckon!
@jontay19874 жыл бұрын
Love your reviews. I would love your opinion on the Altra Escalante Racer :)
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Some people have mentioned this shoe 👌
@JonsConsciousLife4 жыл бұрын
I’ve never run in Altra but am thinking of grabbing a pair for the rotation. I may not go with a trail shoe though as I’m in love with the Saucony Mad River, but you never know.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
After testing this one out I can confirm they’re definitely a brand worth looking into 👌
@bluefirephoenix3473 жыл бұрын
The Mad River is great! I've tried the Altra Lone Peak, Superior, King MT and Olympus. I like the Mad River better than all of them.
@kevinscott49384 жыл бұрын
Shoe been sent to you- ohh to be KZfaq famous :P
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Haha it was very cool 🙏
@kimwarner60504 жыл бұрын
I have 4 pairs of olympus 3.5. These shoes are the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn. The second comfortable would be the Asics nimbus 6. I'm also new to altra shoes. I use the shoes as my urban hiking shoes and work shoes. I hiked 10 miles yesterday day and it's like walking on clouds. The temperature was 93 degrees with 100 percent humidity. My shoes were dry as could be and I was sweating like a pig. I wish altra would put more rubber on the torrent plush. And I concur about the shoe laces. I really don't find the shoe that heavy I'm a 6.5 in my size. The olympus 3.5 is much lighter than the triumph 18. I'm considering road running with it.
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic to hear! It’s been so great to get into a pair of altra and they haven’t disappointed... it’s also really positive to hear everyone else’s glowing reviews of them!
@ifonly15324 жыл бұрын
In general there's no stability devices such as posting in the midsole to avoid the arch collapsing in trail running shoes. The stability elements in trail running shoe do not care for overpronation but more for ankle stability to avoid unwanted lateral movement in rough uneven terrain
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Makes perfect sense mate 👌 the heel counter and ankle area was built up so well that I really felt stable in them going on the downhills so when they said they had a few stability elements “added” to it they must mean the built up sections around that area 👌
@ifonly15324 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner And that's why "stability" in trail running doesn't have the same meaning. Some trail running shoes dedicated to proper mountain running are super stiff at the back for added stability. Years ago i had some Salomon wings pro that were designed for downhill running. They were super stiff at he back and very very firm but i could bomb down very steep very technical alpine terrain with full confidence !
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
I can imagine! These things gave me much more confidence than the torrents do!
@19Kamau794 жыл бұрын
I have Kayenta and Torin4 Plush. I feel I'm not enough runner to wear Kayenta as I feel my feet aren't strong enough to go with them. I like wide toebox and purchased Torin4 Plush and broke them in as 3 easy runs + 1 long run before doing 50K time trial (51,06km mainly on quality gravel road) I felt Torin being good guide after hours of jogging and protective as well and my toe nail losing scenario didn't happen because roomy toebox. Actually your review made me to think about Olympus 4 as sometimes heavy shoe does not feel too heavy ☺️
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Wow 50k 😳 yes it’s easy to lose toenails on such long runs!! Yes they are heavy but just don’t feel the weight they are! Great stuff 👊
@19Kamau794 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner I made it on loop Garmin averaging 3642m, measuring wheel 3645m and Google Maps 3650m. Slightly over 14 loops and created aid station to my car as possibility of silent farm road ☺️ my friend call it crazy and told me lonely time trial is mentally harder than race, he is social personality and told me distance like that would be impossible for him without having friend on the side ☺️
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Wow! That’s even more amazing to do it with that amount of loops! Incredible 👏
@kimhaig992 жыл бұрын
Just viewing this now Andy as considering buying a pair! Out of interest, will you be doing any follow up videos on them? Interested to see how they fair against Hoka Speedgoat or even just after a lot of mileage!
@TheFODRunner2 жыл бұрын
I’ll be using them more in April/May this year when I get back into my “trail” block of training so I might end up doing a follow up video there!
@guzgrant2 жыл бұрын
I like this shoe but the first lace eye in the inside does pinch on the foot knuckle of the big toe ( what ever that is called?)
@Adaphobic7 ай бұрын
Hi I know this video is old. But I just got these shoes I am wondering if I got fake ones, was yours Made in China too?
@karimzadeh1234567813 жыл бұрын
Hi really loved your review, I have a bad back and I have been using Bondi 6 for the support and high cushion. I would like to know what other shoes can you recommend with high cushion for wide feet. thanks a lot
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Definitely the asics novablast, new balance 1080v10 are options as well as the saucony triumph 17/18 👌
@richardwang704 жыл бұрын
Great review! I've never seriously looked into Altra or trail running because I am a hiker and road runner, but shoe has got me interested! Just a quick question; Is this shoe waterproof
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It’s definitely a brand I’ve overlooked myself but won’t be any more! No it’s not waterproof 👎
@ashley1scott3 жыл бұрын
The only trail shoe that Altra make that is waterproof is the Lone Peak RSM
@lukaszczegotutaj3 жыл бұрын
Hi, do you still run in them? How do you feel about the Olympus now?
@michaelregan4273 жыл бұрын
When you order trail running shoes do you order up a half size sometimes? I have run with Brooks, Reebok and Altra. Have always worn a size 8 but in half of the shoes mentioned my shoes touch the front occasionally on steep descents. Just curious your approach to ordering trail running shoes, vs. others. Have the Olympus 4 by the way and I am speechless after using them, a real game changer (for me at least).
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Glad you love them as much as I do!! I tend to stay true to size but I’m more cautious with lacing, on normal running days I won’t worry but if I know I’m gonna do big descending or ascending I make sure I’ve done the lace lock with the laces on the extra eyelet to stop my feet sliding around in them!
@RunAllTheMiles4 жыл бұрын
Glad you made this review, last 2 trainers I’ve bought I’ve had no room in the toe box, Hoka rincon gave me instant blisters on the side of my big toe and the sl20 rub my little toes a lot, I’ll look these up for trails, any advice on roomy toe box road shoes? Cheers
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s an incredible design, I’m shocked I haven’t tried altra before now. The natural foot shape is just epic. The novablast has a super roomy toebox 👌
@phl0w6664 жыл бұрын
I hear you! The Rincon 1+2 are unrunnable for me. Their narrow last hurts my bones so much I cannot even walk in them. To add to FOD's mentioned Novablast: Altra Escalante (obviously), Adidas SolarGlide (roomiest Adidas on the market), Ultraboost 20 (only the 20 is roomy!), Turbo 2 (size down 1/2 to make up for the unpadded heel or your foot sits too far back), Pegasus 36 (relaxed for a Nike), React Infinity Run (super roomy thanks to wide platform), Brooks Glycerin (like a bathtub), ON Cloudflow (Cloudswift fits like a 2E), all Mizunos have traditionally been anatomically shaped you just need to get along with their distinct ride quality. I have a wide foot but am doing fine in all of the mentioned shoes.
@RunAllTheMiles4 жыл бұрын
@@phl0w666 cheers, ive been using the peg 36, they work well, got over 300 miles on them, ive been wondering about trying the on shoes for awhile, I'll have to give them a go, thanks 😀👍
@RunAllTheMiles4 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner cheers 😀👍
@phl0w6664 жыл бұрын
@@RunAllTheMiles They are actually quite similar to the Peg 36 in ride quality but with lower drop (6mm), and about 50g lighter. Don't make the mistake and take them out on the trails. Gravel and hard packed dirt is fine but forest and technical trail a big no! I ruined my first pair that way, the pods got totally shredded. Sizing is pretty much the same as Nike, but if you prefer cushioned socks, you could size up by 1/2 from the Pegs.
@rimmon093 жыл бұрын
Greate video thank you
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@samanthajenkins23994 жыл бұрын
I have no idea how people can run miles and miles on rocky stony ground! It truly amazes me, how do people concentrate for so long? I don't have weak ankles or anything but the thought of running for miles over rocky rough terrain !
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
I don’t do it for too long but it’s awesome! I think it just brings your mind into a different state... on the roads you’re Thinking about holding pace and on the trails you’re thinking about not tripping and falling haha!
@ifonly15324 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner And then you become a good trail runner and you think about holding pace AND concentrating on not falling !
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Oh no mate I can’t focus on more than one thing at a time 😂
@mikehall64333 жыл бұрын
Did you find the tong move over. I've changed my laces already.
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
I didn’t thankfully no, but I do still need to change the laces!
@paddywiggle4 жыл бұрын
Just got my first pair of Altras: the escalante racer. Taking them out on their first run in an hour!
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Oh wicked, let me know how you get on!
@paddywiggle4 жыл бұрын
The FOD Runner The run was amazing. Got about 1000 feet of vert in a fartlek road run. 1 mile warmup. Then 1mi on/off for the rest. Goal pace 6:05. 6:05 is fast for me. The shoe made me run on my toes and felt amazing underfoot when going fast. The midsole is firm, so when going fast, they feel great. To be honest, on my recovery miles, the firmness of the midsole a bit much. No pain no gain, though. The upper feels like a sock. The tongue, super thin, but I laced up tight and had no issues with the tongue. My only gripe with the shoe is the upper is not very rigid, and when running fast downhill, my foot did slide forward a bit. 9.4 miles total. It’s my only pair of altras. Until I sign up for a race and get a race day pair of shoes, this will be my go-to workout shoe for strengthening the calves and achilles, while also being amazing for speed work. Who knows, as I get used to wearing zero drop, these might become my race shoes. They are 6.8oz in a men’s size 9. I wear a size 13US, but got a 12.5 in the racer.
@paddywiggle4 жыл бұрын
They also make the Altra Vanish XC, which is like... 5.3oz and only 60 dollars on running warehouse right now!
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Wow that’s super light!!absoutley fantastic workout, you smashed that! You’re right.... whilst there’s nothing on at the moment why not keep using them 🤷♂️ I’m already keen to try other Altras, been very impressed! Fair play mate that’s a cracking workout again well done
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Wow!!
@stevenglen59713 жыл бұрын
yo, real random question. Do you think i can double these up as an easy day/short/form (basically a recovery/day haha) road runner as well as an easy day trail runner??
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
I can run a couple of miles to the trails ok in them before getting on the trails. They aren’t however like the hybrid trail / road shoes that are good for both, the Pegasus trail shoes or the hoka challenger ATRs are more ideal for that sort of thing
@eoincasey54614 жыл бұрын
Hi. Sorry, I know this isn't related to the above video! If you had €300 to spend, would you go all out and buy the Next%( back in stock next week according to Nike.com) or buy the Endorphin Speed for €180 and another shoe for around €100-€120, something like the Novablast or 1080v10. Not really prepared to spend much more than €300 so is 1 shoe better than 2?? No races in the near future so thats why I'm leaning towards the Endorphin Speed and another shoe, and if you were to advise the Endorphin Speed and another shoe, what shoe would you recommend to partner the Speed. Sorry for the long post!
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Yeah without races I’d go two shoes but if you have that budget for a racing shoe when races come back around don’t hesitate to get a pair of next% as they seem like gold dust at the moment!
@eoincasey54614 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner Thanks for the advice!
@slavasss21893 жыл бұрын
How are they doing? Do you use them in your rotation?
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
They will be when I’m back trail mountain training again, at the moment with my road marathon training they’re not getting much of a look in
@chingonbass3 жыл бұрын
Will these be good on the joints for hiking and some occasional hill sprints?
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
For hiking.... perfect! Super cushioned and comfy 👌 you might find them rather heavy though for hill sprints!
@chingonbass3 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner heavy shoe for hills sprints just= more booty gains.
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
If you look at it that way... yep!
@mattpitzer55664 жыл бұрын
Are there any other shoes you can recommend with good toe splay?
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Apparently topo have a similar shape and room for the toes and from a road perspective the asics novablast has a big toe box!
@briankerr29894 жыл бұрын
A heavy shoe indeed Andy 👍
@TheFODRunner4 жыл бұрын
Rather heavy in my size but not “bad” heavy if that makes sense.... a bit like the ultraboost for me, heavy but a great shoe
@Themata3 жыл бұрын
Did you make a follow-up video on these? Can't seem to find it
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
Not yet! I’ve done the long run test but not the terrain test and then my mountain marathon was cancelled and I’ve not been on the trails as much since! It will happen soon 👌
@Themata3 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner safe to assume they held up well on a long run?
@TheFODRunner3 жыл бұрын
@@Themata incredible, did 3 1/2 hours in them and pure comfort from start to finish
@Themata3 жыл бұрын
@@TheFODRunner awesome! Thanks for the reply - I think these will be the shoe for my first 50k