Ever tried on a ‘barefoot’ shoe and thought, “Why does this feel nothing like the others?” It’s a question that comes up repeatedly, and the answer is surprisingly simple. Even among the biggest names in the barefoot world, no two…
Ever walked into a shop, picked up a Lone Peak with one hand and a Speedgoat in the other, and felt genuinely stuck? You’re in good company. Altra and Hoka are giants for a reason, but their approaches couldn’t be…
At first glance, you might think that Altra and Nike designs are worlds apart, but when you dig deeper, you find many similarities. But the few differences we do find are vast and fundamental to foot strength and longevity in…
If you’re looking for a foot-shaped, near-zero-drop running shoe, you’ve likely encountered two brands: Altra and Topo Athletics. Both have much wider toe boxes than the rest of the industry and have a heritage in the minimal running scene, but…
Are you looking to transition to a zero drop shoe but don’t know what your best options are? (If so, start here) Maybe you’re already running in Altras, but you’re looking to transition to a more “barefoot” feel, and you’ve…
Are you looking at moving away from “traditional” running shoe brands, but you’re confused with the options on the market? Zero-drop shoes provide a perfect alternative to the norm, I will be comparing two zero-drop brands, Altra vs Xero Shoes,…