Altra  Paradigm 8 Road-Running Shoes - Men's

I have previously had a lot of foot pain from arthritis as well as a bunion on one of my feet. I have tried wearing Hoka and On shoes, but the pain persisted. After wearing a pair of Altra Timp 6's, the arthritis isn't gone, but the pain is. The wide toe box has also eliminated the bunion irritation. I bought the Paradigm 8 shoes for every day wear and I am not disappointed. Who knew that shoes could make such a big difference? I think the zero drop and cushioning combination is key for my condition, and I will continue buying Altra shoes.

These shoes are rated at 'Moderate' cushioning. They are not moderate cushioning. There are like 2, maybe 2.5 inches of marshmallow-soft foam on the underside of these shoes. They made me significantly taller, and it was hard to balance while wearing them. That is not moderate cushioning. That is excessive cushioning. If that's what counts for "moderate" compared to some of these other running shoes listed as 'Maximum', then we have a problem. This level of cushioning is unsafe for running. It's going to injure people's foot muscles. Relist this shoe as 'Maximum' and take anything with greater cushioning off the website.

The Paradigms look great, feel cushy yet sturdy - therefore extremely comfortable - and provides the expected wide toe box of Altra’s, giving my toes a relaxed feel. I would say it is an enhanced version of the Torin - also a shoe I enjoy wearing.

This is my first pair of Altra, so I have no perspective for Paradigm 7 or 6. I can say the wide toe box on these shoes have saved my feet. Coming from Hoka (Gaviota, Arahi, Bondi) these Altra shoes have some cushioning, which helps me transition to zero drop shoes. I walk with two giant dogs (200-plus pounds total) and these shoes are stable and stout enough to withstand sudden changes in terrain and direction. So far so good.

Really enjoy this version. They have made some considerable improvements over the prior version, and getting back to what made the Paradigm great for several years. The laces aren't the best, and the fit is a little big, but if you tie the laces tightly, the shoe fits fine.

This is the wide width version of the regular paradigm which i owned. It has a bigger toe box and more cushioned. It is definitely more comfortable while sharing the property of stability running shoes. I highly recommend Altra paradigm if one is used to zero-drop

Extremely comfortable shoes with lots of room to let to dogs stretch. Only downside is the squeaking. My gosh the squeaking. Only 2 months since purchasing, I sound like Spongebob walking around and I can’t find a way to fix it.

I purchased these about 6 months ago and they’re wearing away already. I’m disappointed in the quality of these shoes at this extremely high price point.

I love them. Best Altra’s I’ve owned for my troublesome toes and feet. Got them for everyday wear. I use other Altra’s for hiking.