Nick

Nick

Nick is a UESCA-certified ultramarathon coach and avid barefoot runner, having over 5 years of experience in barefoot training and has competed in multiple ultra marathons wearing barefoot shoes. Starting his journey in the running industry over 10 years ago in New Zealand, Nick evolved from a running shoe salesperson to a passionate advocate for the transformative power of barefoot running. He believes in its potential to enhance running experiences for all and combines his unique insights from both personal achievements and professional coaching to guide and inspire the running community."

Are Altra Shoes Truly Barefoot? Does it matter?

Altra Trail running shoe Review
Altra shoes aren’t true barefoot shoes, but models like the Escalante Racer 2 and Superior come close. They have minimal design aspects but still offer more cushioning than a true barefoot shoe. For true minimal footwear, consider brands like Xero Shoes or Vivobarefoot.