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Altra Via Olympus Road-Running Shoes - Women's
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When you want maximum cushion with an efficient ride, Altra Via Olympus road-running shoes for women are designed to help keep you comfortable on your next run, no matter the distance.
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- Constructed with the Balanced Cushioningâ„¢ platform, these shoes position your heel and forefoot at an equal distance from the ground, encouraging better alignment and form
- Engineered mesh uppers
- Original FootShapeâ„¢ fit provides the right amount of space in the toe boxes
- Rocker-shape geometry encourages a more efficient toe-off
- 5 mm contour insoles
- EGO Max foam midsoles provide premium yet lightweight cushion
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View all Altra Women's Road-Running Shoes| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 0 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 33 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 33 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Engineered mesh |
| Lining | Nylon |
| Midsole | EGO Max foam |
| Outsole | Rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 1.8 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
Altra Footwear - Women's
| 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11..5 | 12 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 |
| EU | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 |
Sizing Notes
Altra’s unique FootShape™ toe box and zero to low shoes are built to place your foot in a natural position, with a stable and confident foundation to run on. When fitting, be sure to allow a full thumb’s width in front of your toes. If your feet are used to cramped toe boxes, Altra shoes may feel a little big at first. Give your toes some time to get used to the newfound wiggle room.
Altra offers a range of FootShape fits:
Original Fit: The fit that started it all, Original is the roomiest of the 3 options from Altra.
Standard Fit: The most common fit from Altra is right in the middle of Original and Slim.
Slim Fit: The slimmest-fitting Altra option still allows room for your toes to spread out naturally.
IS THIS SHOE TRUE TO SIZE? The product Features above will provide a suggestion if Altra advises you to size up or down in this particular shoe. If no such note exists, please order your regular size.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Love it!
King1 year ago
I’ve had an unsuccessful neuroma surgery and this is the first shoe I’ve been able to run in without pain and swelling! I’m so happy!
King
AK
5 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Disappointed: not cushiony at all.
Roo1 year ago
Not cushiony on inside as described, so why have so much material under the foot if it's just going to feel hard. No reinforcement over the big toe, just a thick stretch knit material, so it looks like a hole would form quickly. Sloppy fit compared to my previous Altras. I'm returning these. I used to love Altras before they were bought out, but they stopped making my favorites, have too few normal colors to pick from, and the quality has gone down. I'm finally giving up on Altra and leaving them in the past. There's a gap in the market to fill with toe shaped shoes of all types, including casual wear.
Roo
20 people found this review helpful
Roo
Disappointed: not cushiony at all.
1 year ago
Not cushiony on inside as described, so why have so much material under the foot if it's just going to feel hard. No reinforcement over the big toe, just a thick stretch knit material, so it looks like a hole would form quickly. Sloppy fit compared to my previous Altras. I'm returning these. I used to love Altras before they were bought out, but they stopped making my favorites, have too few normal colors to pick from, and the quality has gone down. I'm finally giving up on Altra and leaving them in the past. There's a gap in the market to fill with toe shaped shoes of all types, including casual wear.
JennR
SF Bay Area, CA
Not cushioned!
1 year ago
Hi stack height, but it is not cushion-y. I was looking to replace my Torin 4 Plush shoes that gave a cushioned run, for running on streets and sidewalks. Nothing had a high a stack height, not the cushion. These came out with extra stack height, but it was very firm and never softened up. Also, the toe of the shoe got dirty very fast and would never get clean again. Finally the Torin 7 came out and they are wonderful. I returned these and I’ve bought 3 pair of the Torin 7.
Age:55–64
No, I do not recommend this product
King
Alaska
Love it!
1 year ago
I’ve had an unsuccessful neuroma surgery and this is the first shoe I’ve been able to run in without pain and swelling! I’m so happy!
Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
Lisa
Washington
Comfort
1 year ago
These are the most comfortable shoes I have found. Love them.
Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
Anonymous
Cupertino California
I love these shoes
10 months ago
I have challenging feet to fit--a crossed toe, pinned toes, not to my liking reconstructive surgery, damaged nerves from a hip replacement and so atrophied muscles in my lower leg and foot drop. There shoes are the only shoes I've found that fit comfortably and work with all my challenges. Unfortunately it looks like they are being discontinued and replaced with the Via Olympus 2 which do not work for my feet. So disappointing. But I love these shoes.
Age:75 or over
Yes , I recommend this product
Jenni S
I love these shoes!
11 months ago
The most comfortable and stable running and cross training shoes I have ever worn!
Anonymous
Alexandria VA
Love these shoes
1 year ago
Love these shoes! They offer a lot of support and provide good toe box room. And they look cute! First time trying this brand and I love they way they perform ran two 5 miler’s and felt great.
Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
mtmom
Too short
1 year ago
Toe box not as wide as described, too short. Heel is narrow and secure, which I liked.
KNG
VA
Fantastic firm and supportive shoe!
6 months ago
I’m so grateful to have discovered the Via Olympus shoes in a Garage Sale corner of my local REI. I have arthritis in my toes, and these shoes have helped enormously to improve my comfort and lower my level of pain. Specifically, good fit around my small heel but a nice wide toe box, and the hi stack and firmness of the sole means that the shoes have little flex. For me this means I have sufficient support in the shoe alone that I do not need to wear my carbon fibre plates to help prevent my toes from flexing too much. (Note: I use these for walking; I’m not a runner.) Caveats: the soles are stacked but firm, which may not be what you’re looking for if you prefer a more cushiony ride. Also, their sizing is inexplicably waaay off. I am a 6.5 or 7 in most shoes, and yet an 8 in this model. Not a problem now that I know what to get, but worth ordering 1 to 1.5 sizes larger than your usual size if ordering for the first time. So sad this model is discontinued!
Age:45–54
Yes , I recommend this product
Ren
JR
1 year ago
very comfortable, great wide toe box; will buy again
Yes , I recommend this product
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