Altra escalante racer 2

Learn more about the Altra escalante racer 2 male running shoes, including key features, performance, reviews, model updates, and more.

Altra escalante racer 2

Price

250

Rating

High

Popularity

Moderate

The Altra Escalante Racer 2 is a lightweight, performance-oriented running shoe designed for speed and racing, sitting above the regular Escalante for more aggressive runs within Altra's lineup.

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Altra escalante racer
4 colorways

Colorway: White Black

Widths available: normal

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Summary

The Altra Escalante Racer 2 is a lightweight, performance-focused running shoe designed for speed and agility. Featuring a responsive Altra Ego midsole and a zero-drop platform, it promotes a natural, efficient stride and provides a firm, ground-responsive feel that is ideal for competitive racing and speed workouts. Unlike some of Altra's more cushioned models like the Torin or Paradigm, the Escalante Racer 2 is designed to be more minimalist with less cushioning, making it suitable for runners seeking a closer to ground experience. Its breathable upper and snug fit design also ensure comfort during high-intensity runs. It fits into Altra's lineup as the go-to option for runners aiming for fast times while still benefiting from Altra's signature wide toe box and foot-shaped design.

Surface

road

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(22mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh( upper)

Weight

249g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

0mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax

Suitability

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Pros & Cons

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Most Mentioned Pros

Most Mentioned Cons

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

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Model Updates

The Altra Escalante Racer 2 features an updated knit upper that improves breathability and fit. It also introduces a slightly firmer EGO PRO midsole to enhance rebound and responsiveness, aimed at optimizing performance for racing conditions.

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Reviews

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Wear-tester reviews (29)

4.4/5

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