ALTRA Men's Escalante 3 Road Running

I've been running with barefoot shoes for some time and have been very happy with them. However recently I had problems with sore ankles so decided to try these Altras with a bit more cushioning, but still with wide toe box. I'm really liking them. Just a bit easier on the ankle joints, but not these horrible super bouncy thing that feel like trying to run on a trampoline. They look good to me and seem well made. Five stars.

Arrived a day earlier than expected (arrived Friday 19th July 2024). Very well packed and arrived in perfect condition. I find them very comfortable for running and walking with the wide toe box. Great shoes, great price, great service, thank you! 5 stars, would give 6!

Great shoes. They don't squeeze your toes so they're very comfortable. Good spring in the step.

This is my second pair of Escalante. They are a great shoe to get started in when moving to a wide toe box, minimal shoe. I’m a UK 9.5 and bought the 10.5 and they fit great plus give me extra room.

ive gone through brooks, NB, Nike Free and many others over the years. I have had mostly success with most of these but the Altra Escalantes are just another level. Bought four pairs of this specific model in different colors so far and I can't overemphasize how comfortable they are for pretty much any activity except perhaps heavy weight training/powerlifting. Also have the Rivera 2 and that's a great running shoe as well. Altras are the best by far.

I really like my Lone Peak trail runners so I decided to look for another Altra pair with suitable tread and cushioning for pavements. If you're used to zero heel drop, your calves do the heavy shock-absorbing, but it's nice to have that little extra on hard surfaces. The Escalante 3s do the job well and look very smart and sporty. I even got a compliment on their first outing! I felt quite happy doing my longer city runs right from the start. They feel softer, with a little bounce, also more snug, but fine with thin socks. I first tried on the VIA Olympus but I felt insecure because those are very chunky with thick soles and pronounced toe roll-off. The Esclantes have what I'd call a more neutral and conventional feel.

Since I’ve been wearing them they have given me blisters as you can see. Would like a refund.

Great price, super comfortable, very good quality.