1. Overview
The Escalante Racer by Altra is an affordable heavy duty barefoot shoe for men and women designed in the United States with good overall versatility.
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Basic Details
- Thick: [22mm] sole for ground protection..
- Flex: [good] bend for natural movement.
- Width: [wide] foot-shaped toebox for splay.
- Zero-Drop: [0mm] same height in front/back.
- Barefoot: [feels] somewhat like barefoot.
2. Features
The Altra Escalante Racer has a wide foot-shaped toebox, thick 22mm outsole, good flexibility, and minimal tread, and is made with synthetic materials.
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Specifications
- Gender: [men/women] in multiple styles.
- Materials: [synthetic] .
- Toebox: [foot-shaped] for natural toe splay.
- Insole: [thin] .
3. Performance
The Altra Escalante Racer provides good breathability, is not water-resistant, has a minimal tread that can last for 300 miles, and is ideal for road running and walking in cold, warm, and hot climates.
Durability:
Specifications
- Airflow: [good] breathable/wicking.
- Water: [not] for wet terrain.
- Activities: [2] road running, walking.
- Climate: [3] cold, warm, hot.
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