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The Torin series is a popular zero drop middle distance road trainer from Altra, the brand known for its roomy foot shaped shoes. The latest version, the Altra Torin 8, is another step in the right direction from what many dedicated Altra fans considered missteps with versions 5 and 6.
The Torin 8 doesn’t have a high-tech midsole foam or carbon fiber plate sandwiched between two layers of foam, tuned to the exact durometer that will maximize the energy return of each stride. And that’s fine because it’s not what you need more an everyday running shoe, which is exactly what you’ll find here!
Altra’s EGO MAX midsole formulation is a good blend of protection and energy return, plain and simple. The EVA/TPU blend does a nice job of absorbing the impact of your landings and with just enough responsiveness to get you through your stride.
Who Is It Good For?
Who is the Altra Torin 8 made for? Let’s break it down by some common categories
- Wide Feet: Unless you have extremely wide feet and flat arches this should work for you
- Heavier Runners: The EVA/TPU midsole did hold up well for this heavy runner
- Long Runs: Absolutely, assuming you’ve worked up to long…
