Altra escalante 4

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Altra escalante 4

Price

240

Rating

Average

Popularity

Popular

The Altra Escalante 4 is a lightweight, versatile road running shoe known for its responsive Altra EGO midsole and sleek knit upper, sitting between the plush, cushioned Altra Torin and the lightweight speed-focused Altra Rivera in the lineup.

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Altra escalante
7 colorways

Colorway: Green

Widths available: normal

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Summary

The Altra Escalante 4 is a lightweight, road-running shoe designed for those who value both responsiveness and comfort during their runs. It features Altra's signature FootShape toe box and Balanced Cushioning platform, which promotes proper alignment and encourages a natural running stride. Positioned in the lineup as a versatile daily trainer, the Escalante 4 offers a slightly more cushioned and plush feel compared to the minimalist Altra models like the Vanish, yet remains lighter and more agile than the more robust models such as the Torin or Paradigm. This makes it suitable for a variety of activities, from speedwork to longer runs, appealing to runners seeking a balance between speed, comfort, and a natural foot movement.

Surface

road

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(24mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(Sock-like Engineered Knit upper)

Weight

269g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

0mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax

Suitability

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Pros & Cons

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Fittir conducts a detailed analysis of the Altra escalante 4 to provide you with a comprehensive overview of the shoes features, pros, and cons based on 48 wear-tester reviews.

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 4 features a new midsole foam that is designed to provide an improved balance of comfort, responsiveness, and durability compared to the previous model. Additionally, the shoe introduces an updated upper design that aims to offer better breathability, flexibility, and overall fit, enhancing the comfort and performance for runners.

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Reviews

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Wear-tester reviews (48)

3.6/5

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