Running Shoes Buying Guide

Supportive shoes meet sleek road-runner style in the Paradigm 8. They help guide your feet and deliver efficient, lightweight strides. Altra revamped this version for a better fit and breathability.
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View all Altra Women's Road-Running Shoes| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Running Shoe Support | Stability |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Moderate Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 0 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 30 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 30 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Engineered mesh |
| Lining | Nylon |
| Midsole | Altra EGO™ MAX |
| Outsole | Rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 1.19 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
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I bought these to replace my Altra Superiors and they're a totally different fit. They're narrower than the Superiors, Lone Peak, and Torin, even in a wide width, and the toebox and midfoot are extremely shallow. These might work for someone with a narrow, low-volume, low-arch foot.
I’m on my feet all day and Paradigm shoes help with my knee pain. This is the third pair I have bought.