Zero-drop shoes are a type of running shoe with a unique design that levels the height between the heel of the shoe and the toe. The purpose of zero-drop shoes is to keep your foot parallel to the ...

While on the surface Altra and HOKA running shoes look extremely different, there are in fact some similarities that might drive you to enjoy both shoes. In fact, I run in both brands most weeks!

Whether you’re curious about barefoot running for a more natural trail experience, or you’re a rare toe striker in search of shoes that better support your running style, you’re going to see the terms ...

Hikers know that footwear can make or break your experience on the trail, but when it comes to actually choosing shoes or boots, the options can be overwhelming. To make matters more complicated, ...

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KNOW YOUR TECH breaks down the scientific technology used in your favorite sneakers and activewear. Let’s demystify your next purchase: today’s technology is Altra Zero Drop Footwear. Built from the ...

Last year, Altra committed what some diehard fans would consider an unspeakable crime: it launched a trainer with a 4mm heel-to-toe drop. Since its modest beginnings back in 2009, when co-founder ...

The appeal of running in zero-drop shoes is their alleged promise of promoting your “natural” form. Unlike other trainers, whose heel is typically 8mm to 12mm thicker than the forefoot, a zero-drop ...