Altra FootwearAltra Footwear - Paradigm 2

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Speed work has never been so fun . . . Pick up the pace and pass up your old PR, in the Altra Paradigm 2 running shoe! ; Predecessor: Paradigm 1.5. ; Support Type: Neutral to underpronation. ; Cushioning: Maximum cushioning. ; Surface: Road. ; Differential: 0 mm. ; Altra Zero Drop recommends that those new to natural running and zero-drop footwear transition slowly by wearing these on shorter runs and gradually building up to regular mileage. ; A neutral trainer built for runners seeking lightweight, maximum underfoot protection that encourages low-impact form. ; Ideal for road running, trail running, ultramarathons, and walking. ; Designed to improve: Running form, toe splay, stability, and comfort. ; Quick-dry air mesh upper with thin, lightweight synthetic overlays. ; FootShape toe box allows toes to splay naturally. ; Lace-up closure. ; Lightly padded tongue and collar. ; Breathable mesh lining for a great in-shoe feel. ; Removable 5 mm Sculpted footbed. ; Fully cushioned Zero Drop platform helps to align the body, promoting a natural, low-impact landing. ; Dual-layer EVA midsole with highly-responsive A-Bound top-layer returns energy with each stride. ; FootPod midsole and outsole pattern maps the foot's bones and tendons, boosting pliability. ; Total Stack Height (total thickness of midsole and outsole underfoot): 34 mm. ; SD5-M last. ; Imported. Measurements: ; Weight: 7.7 oz ; Product measurements were taken using size 7.5, width B - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.