The Best Zero Drop Running Shoes of 2020
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The Altra Escalante 2 is a good, simple and effective zero drop road shoe with light cushioning.
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More details +The Altra Escalante 2 is a zero drop road shoe with a limited cushioning. Indeed, it has a relatively thin sole (19 mm) and no drop between the heel and the toes. Altra's goal is to create shoes that respect the anatomy of the foot and the human body in general as much as possible. The Escalante 2 fulfils this role well by offering an excellent feeling under the foot for running sensations close to minimalism. The previous model had received some criticism for its flexibility, which kept the foot a bit loosely. It seems that Altra has addressed this point as the support is now stricter, which may or may not be to the liking of every runner. According to athletes who have tested the Escalante 2, it is a fairly firm road shoe overall. On the other hand, it is worth noting that the shoe has gained weight (40 grams more) while reducing the cushioning (4 mm less sole thickness) which is a bit surprising and disappointing. To summarize, the Altra Escalante 2 is a good road shoe but this new version reveals some important changes that might not please fans of the previous model.
PROS:
- Good comfort
- Responsive cushioning with good ground feeling
- Improved foot support
- Nice, simple and efficient design
CONS:
- Heavier compared to the previous model despite a thinner sole
- Platform a bit too rigid according to some runners