Altra Running Mens Superior 2 Running Shoe

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100% Quick Dry Air Mesh
Imported
Rubber sole
Ideal uses include trail running, hiking, backpacking, off road racing
Ethylene vinyl acetate, A-Bound Blend with InnerFlex
TrailClaw sticky rubber outsole
5 millimeter contour footbed, removable StoneGuard insole
GaiterTrap technology

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FootShape Toe Box Traditional running shoes feature pointy toe boxes that squeeze the toes out of their natural position- increasing risk of bunions, hammertoes, and plantar fasciitis. Altra's FootShape toe box allows the toes to relax and spread out naturally and the big toe to remain in a straight position. This reduces over-pronation, enhances stability, and assists with a powerful toe-off to maximize running performance.	Zero Drop Platform Elevated heels in running shoes promote poor form by encouraging high-impact overstriding. Every Altra shoe features a Zero Drop platform that places the heel and forefoot the same distance from the ground. This aligns the foot, back and body and encourages low-impact landing.	TrailClaw and Removable Stone Guard Conquer the gnarly terrain with our TrailClaw outsole technology. Our trail shoes feature canted lugs positioned beneath the metatarsals to provide traction where your foot needs it most. Each lug is strategically placed to ensure fast uphill climbs, stable descents, and superior traction across muddy terrain. The removable stone guard is optional and sits beneath the insole, deflecting rocks for a smooth, stable ride.

About The Superior 2.0

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Claw your way to the top with the all-new Superior. The Superior 2.0 updates our versatile, lightweight trail running shoe with more grip and less weight. The FootShape toe box lets your toes relax and spread out in uphill and downhill trail conditions while the fully cushioned Zero Drop platform helps you maintain proper form across long distances. TrailClaw outsole technology features canted lugs beneath your metatarsals for ultimate gripping in the gnarliest of terrain. A removable StoneGuard rock protection plate protects your feet from sharp rocks and can be removed when being used on less demanding terrain. InnerFlex midsole technology gives your foot that extra degree of responsiveness across unpredictable terrain. Improve your rocky relationship with the new Superior 2.0.

Ideal uses:

Trail running, hiking, backpacking, off road racing

Specs:

Stack height- 21 millimeters
Weight- 8.7 ounces
Upper- Quick-Dry Air Mesh
Midsole- EVA/A-Bound Blend
Outsole- TrailClaw Sticky Rubber Outsole
Other features- Removable StoneGuard Outsole, GaiterTrap Technology

Product description

Why mess with perfection last year's award-winning favorite is back with the same look and feel as its predecessor, but with new color options. The footshape toe box lets your toes relax and spread out in uphill and downhill trail conditions while the fully cushioned zero drop platform helps you maintain proper form across long distances. Trailclaw outsole technology features canted lugs beneath your metatarsals for ultimate gripping in gnarly terrain. A removable stoneguard rock protection plate protects your feet from sharp rocks and is removable for use on less demanding terrain.

Product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 15 x 10 x 6 inches; 12 Ounces
Item model number : SUPERIOR 2-M
Department : Mens
Date First Available : December 15, 2015
Manufacturer : Altra Running
ASIN : B013LKNQ0G

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,233,806 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry)

#694 in Men's Trail Running Shoes
#457205 in Men's Shops

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David

These shoes are fantastic. I bought them for hiking and trail running

Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2016

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These shoes are fantastic. I bought them for hiking and trail running, I have been wearing minimalist shoes for years, and I have a pair of Merrel Trail Gloves for running. I discovered however that when I am hiking with a heavy backpack, I needed some more cushion and slightly better grip. I took me a while to find these shoes, but they have performed beautifully. I hike in mountainous terrain, which can be rocky and slippery. These shoe have helped me navigate technical trails with a fully loaded pack.
As for running, I like them for trail running and mountain-biking, but they are NOT for road running. These shoe are specially designed for trails.
They are very comfortable to wear, the toe-box is wide allowing your toes to splay out. The laces lock your feet down without constricting blood flow. Tread grips all but wet slippery rock without a problem.
THERE IS LITTLE TO NO ARCH SUPPORT! These shoes are designed for people who have trained their feet to hold an arch without support. Minimalist and barefoot runners will not have a problem adjusting to these shoes as long as they use caution and ease into a normal routine. Beginners who are not used to these types of shoe should start very slowly and step up gradually, since they will be using previously underdeveloped muscle groups. Do your research to avoid injury!

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Aristotle

Great shoe: Buy a larger size

Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2016

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I love this shoe. Reading the reviews, I got a size larger (12.5 when I wear 12 in every other brand for my entire life): This results in a perfect fit.

Excellent for running on trails and also road. Good ventilation but a little waterproof so they resist a little moisture.

Negatives:
1) My complaint is that Altra's running shoes have a higher stack height than these. If Altra lowered the stack height of their running shoes, I'd buy them as well.

2) Wish they were a little stiffer for cushioning.

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TheTroglodyte

Great shoe and by removing the rock plate and insole provides ample protection for rocky terrain while having good ground feel

Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2017

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Shoe size is 1/2 to 1 full size too small but this is one of the best trail runners I've ever owned. I love the feel of minimalist shoes but out here in the rocky mountains where it can be super rocky it only takes one miscalculated step to bruise your foot on a sharp rock. I simply need more protection for all day hikes or trail runs. I took out the rock plate and the insole to lower the stack height and it gives me that great compromise between protection and feel.

The shoe also grips well and is very durable. I've done everything in these from 10 mile trial runs to 20 mile hikes and overnight backpacking with 50 pound loads.

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Janus

Comfy; thick sole

Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2017

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I'm satisfied with these shoes overall. They feel good to run in. Some thoughts and observations:

My feet are probably a 2E width, and I had to go up to a size that leaves a little over a thumb-width in the toebox. Just to give you an idea on how wide these run. The extra length hasn't been a problem yet, as the shoe has a nice comfortable grip on my instep.

First thing I noticed about these shoes is the sole thickness. Unlike other zero-drop shoes, instead of removing heel material to achieve the zero-drop, they added material to the rest of the sole to even out the angle. So imagine a sneaker with heel thickness on the whole shoe. It's not altogether unpleasant, just not what I expected considering this was advertised as their least-padded trail shoe. I get over an inch of lift with these, so I can't imagine how thick the others must be. Also, with shoes this thick, I can't imagine ever needing to use the included rock plates (granted, I haven't tested these out on rocky trails yet).

In contrast to the sole, the upper is very thin and offers little environmental protection. Be aware of this if you're planning on walking around in the cold in these.

There's a giant tab protruding from the back of the sole that catches on the steps when I go down stairs. No idea what it's supposed to be for, but I'm not a fan of it.

The thick lugs on the soles make for a weird walking experience at first. It's hard to explain--it kind of feels like your shoes are slippery. Not really a complaint, just an observation.

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P. Sharma

Order a half or one size up!

Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2016

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I absolutely love the shoe. Fantastic form and overall feel, specially while going downhill on a trail.
The size I initially ordered was a bit short and my toe kept hitting the front. There's a bunch on imp. info on the inside of the box (see attached pic) that I found very useful. Will post an update after I exchange this with a pair that's one size up.

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Danilo S. Torres Jr.

Too much cushioning? Great space though!

Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2016

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I am a fan of Vibram 5-fingered running shoes and I was looking for a zero drop shoe with a little more foot cushioning in the sole. This model offers the least amount of cushioning in Altra's line. I've only run in these once with the removable rock shield protector in and I have to say it felt like there was a little too much cushioning. I couldn't feel the trail at all. They have about the same amount of cushioning as my favorite non-Vibram shoe (New Balance AK110 19mm vs. 21mm for the Altra) but the Altra sole feels markedly squishier than what I am used to.

I'll try it without the removable rock shield and possibly without the normal insert and let you know if that feels any different. Also, I usually wear an 11.5 E in New Balance and needed to go up to a 12 in the Altra for the right fit. Since Altra defaults to a wider toe box, extra wide sizing is not an issue.

Update on running without the rock shield: It was still too cushioned for my tastes. I ended up sending to a friend since he is a fan of the Altra line and not bothered by the cushioned feel. I just discovered that Altra has a racing shoe with less cushioning (15 mm vs 21 mm) which I'll try soon. Hope that is the answer!

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Pawel

Recommended

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 28, 2016

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Good, comfy running shoes. I like them a lot a lot :)

Review_Tastic

Awesome shoes

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 31, 2016

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Love these shoes, just wish I had found them years ago

Andrew T

Good shoe, but could have been great

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 6, 2016

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Very comfortable and protective. Let down by the outsole, which isn't soft enough to provide much grip on wet rock or roots, and minimal lugs for mud. Strictly a good weather shoe

roy

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 9, 2017

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Not much use yet but feel ok if as good as road shoes will be fine

Klaus Hämmerle

Perfekter Laufschuh für etwas breitere Füße!

Reviewed in Germany on January 24, 2017

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Wer einen Trail-Laufschuh mit 0mm Sprengung sucht, und breite Füße hat, ist mit diesem Schuh bestens bedient! Auch nach 850km ist das alte Paar noch ok, jetzt werden sie aber ausgewechselt. Sehr rutschfeste Sohle, funktioniert gut auch auf Schnee! Für mich der beste Laufschuh bisher!

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