Altra Escalante Racer 2
The Escalante Racer 2 is a road racing shoe with a stripped-down design, roomy toe box, and a 0 mm heel-to-toe drop.
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Product Details:
The Escalante Racer 2 is a low-profile road racing shoe designed to provide a fast and nimble running experience. Its lightweight construction, zero-drop design, secure midfoot, and spacious toe box prioritize natural foot movement and performance. The incorporation of an EGO midsole with a touch of firmness enhances responsiveness, ensuring a dynamic and energetic ride.
The outsole features strategically placed layers of blown rubber for superior grip in any weather condition, while an ultra-lightweight engineered knit upper has been updated to deliver a sleek look and secure hold that disappears on your foot while working up to faster paces.
Overall, the Escalante Racer 2 continues to be a fantastic option for runners who want a closer-to-the-ground feel during races or fast-paced runs.
What You'll Love:
- Speed-oriented from top to bottom
- Low profile design
- Exceptionally breathable knit upper
Model Number: AL0A85NH060
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Shoe Specs
| Weight: | 6.9 oz 196 g |
| Heel Stack: | 24 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 24 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 0 mm |
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| Sizing: | True to size |
| Heel Width: | Wide |
| Midfoot Fit: | Wide |
| Toe Box Fit: | Wide |
How We Measure Our Shoe Specs
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We measure every shoe in-house to provide accurate and consistent details.
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Weight
The weight is based on a Men's size 9 for Men's and Unisex shoes or Women's size 8 for Women's shoes. The weight listed is for a single shoe, including the laces.
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Heel Stack
The heel stack refers to how high your heel sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Forefoot Stack
Forefoot stack refers to how high the ball of the foot sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Heel-toe Offset
Heel-toe offset (drop) is the difference in height between the heel stack and the forefoot stack. We use the number given to us by the brand.
How We Measure Shoe Fit
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All measurements are based on Medium width.
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Fit (width) options are Narrow - Snug - Average - Roomy - Wide.
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Sizing (length) options are Short - True - Long. Note: fit is relative to the "average" running shoe.
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We partner with SmartLast, a program by Heeluxe, to use advanced shoe-measuring technology, to provide objective measurements for toe box, midfoot, and heel widths as well as overall length.
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Technologies
MIDSOLE
- Altra EGO is a midsole compound designed for added energy return, providing high levels of durability and responsiveness.
- Inner Flex outsole flex groove system provides additional natural flexibility and cuts weight for increased performance.
- Natural Foot Design follows the natural shape of the foot for ultimate comfort.
OUTSOLE
- FootPod Outsole follows the natural construction of the human foot for maximum flexibility and innate movement interaction with your environment.
UPPER
- Engineered Knit conforms to the foot for a sock-like wrap that is sleek and breathable.
- Heel Counter provides a more supportive heel cup.
- Original FootShape Fit is Altra's roomiest FootShape - the fit that started it all.
- PFS Performance Last is designed for a snug high-performance fit.
