Home / Road running shoes / Atreyu Voyager

Atreyu Voyager Review Analysis (2022)

Atreyu Voyager review road running shoe

Last update: [wpdts-month-name] [wpdts-year]

The Atreyu Voyager is a versatile, no-frills, lightweight, and affordable running shoe available on subscription.

The Consensus

Technologies

Atreyu Voyager base rubber outsole

Outsole

  • The outsole consists ofย exposed foam, which means that itโ€™s not covered with rubber. Thie setup aims to give a softer ride as rubber tends to be more rigid than foam. Such configuratio can reduce the durability of the shoe but overall foams have become more solid so this is less of a problem.

Midsole

  • The midsole relies usesย EVA foam. Ethylene-vinyl acetate is a popular compound found in most road running shoes under one form or another. Itโ€™s lightweight, sturdy and delivers a comfortable and peppy run.
  • Theย medial and lateral support side wallsย support the athleteโ€™s foot for a smoother and natural ride.
  • Theย 5 mm socklinerย optimizes the feel inside the shoe and helps with managing moisture.

Upper

  • The upper of the Atreyu Voyager is aย single-piece upperย that ensures a secure and comfortable foot lockdown while providing a good air circulation, especially when the running gets tough.

Facts

Technical Specs

TerrainRoad
Pronation typeNeutral
Drop6 mm
Heel stack height22 mm
Forefoot stack height16 mm
Weight (men)170 g/6.0 oz
Release year2020

Cushioning

Softness (1-5)3 โ€“ Moderate
Bounce (1-5)3 โ€“ Moderate

Technologies

OutsoleExposed foam
MidsoleEVA foam, medial and lateral support side walls, 5 mm sockliner
UpperSingle-piece upper

Use

SpeedModerate, fast
DistanceShort, mid
WorkoutDaily runs, speed

Reference: Atreyu Running

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is this model true to size?

Yes, runners who tested this shoe confirmed that it fits true to size. Therefore, you can buy your regular size for running shoes.

I have overpronation. Can I run in the Atreyu Voyager?

Yes, this shoe should be suitable for everyone. Indeed, while itโ€™s not a stability shoe, it does have a stable configuration with sidewalls that prevent the foot from deviating while running. Furthermore, there are no empirical data supporting that stability shoe models are superior to neutral shoes to prevent injury. Comfort should be the first criteria when selecting running shoes, not the gait.

Is this shoe good for heavy runners (more than 187 lbs/85 kg)?

The Atreyu Voyager has a 22 mm heel stack height, which is a bit thin. If you are heavy and used to run with cushioned high-stack shoes, this model may not be right for you. Maybe give it a try alongside your regular shoes and see if you experience any pain or discomfort.

Is this model a good choice to run a marathon?

First of all, letโ€™s note that the most important criterion to determine what shoes to run with during your marathon event should be your personal preference. In theory, any running shoe could do. Nonetheless, some runners prefer (understandably!) running shoes with comfortable cushioning for long distances. In this particular case, the stack height is 22 mm, which may insufficient for runners who like highly cushioned shoes.

Kevin Le Gall

Kevin Le Gall

Kevin is the founder and editor of Runner's Lab. He started running in 2015 and completed his first marathon in Rotterdam in 2016. He's also worked for Under Armour from 2016 to 2018 and helped launch their running collection in Europe (in particular the HOVR shoes). In addition, Kevin is a 300-hour certified yoga teacher (Sivananda) and uses this experience to run more mindfully with a focus on well-being over performance.

Leave a Comment