Your new favorite trail running shoe, the Altra Experience Wild 2 invites you to roam wild lands with go-to comfort and versatility.
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CushioningCushioning Learn More
All Women's Road Shoes
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Daily TrainersDaily Trainers
The baseline definition of a running shoe. Daily Trainers lean on time-proven designs, technologies and features for dependable cushioning, support and comfort. They're a staple in every runner's closet, and if you are new to running shoes, then you should start your journey here.
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Performance TrainersPerformance Trainers
Performance Trainers provide a springy feel and make longer runs easier and faster runs faster. While quicker than Daily Trainers, Performance Trainers are not nearly as fast as Super Shoes. Due to a focus on keeping things light weight, Performance Trainers are less durable than Daily Trainers. These can also be a good option for one's first race shoe.
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Super ShoesSuper Shoes
Super Shoes are the fastest running shoes you can buy. They are designed to race your absolute best and represent the pinnacle of running shoe technology and innovation. They have the highest energy return foams and plates for new levels of performance. Low durability, but maximum speed is the name of the game here.
Men's Running Shoes by Surface
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Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
Road running shoes feature smooth outsoles that are designed for running on paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and bike paths.
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Smooth Trails & FireroadsSmooth Trails & Fireroads
Designed to handle most trail runs, these shoes prioritize comfort and a smooth ride. These shoes are great for anything from smooth singletrack, park trails, and fireroads making them ideal for those who run from their doorstep on streets before hitting the trail.
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Rocky & Technical TrailsRocky & Technical Trails
These shoes are best used for hard, rugged trails such as shale, granite or sandstone where grip on smooth surfaces and underfoot protection are important.
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Soft & Muddy TrailsSoft & Muddy Trails
Designed for use in muddy, soggy conditions, these shoes feature very aggressive outsoles that dig deep into soft ground for exceptional traction.
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Snowy & Icy TrailsSnowy & Icy Trails
These shoes feature technical outsoles designed to grip snowy and icy trails making them ideal for winter trail running.
Cushioning Level
Cushioning level, or stack height, refers to how much shoe is between your foot and the ground. For this category, we reference the amount of cushioning below the forefoot as the heel height will be equal to or greater than the forefoot height.
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Barefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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Minimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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Low
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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Medium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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High
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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Maximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Stability Level
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Neutral
Neutral shoes support the foot through a normal range of arch collapse and generally do not have a built-in technology to correct movement.
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Stable
Stability shoes are a great option for those who overpronate or need added support. These shoes help to limit the inward rolling motion of the ankle while running or walking and assist in guiding the foot straight through the gait cycle.
Product Details:
Play where the wild things live! The Altra Experience Wild 2 trail running shoe builds on the sleeper success of the original with thoughtful upper refinements. So if you loved the first version, you'll feel right at home in version 2. And now that its secret is out, the Wild 2 truly is a can't-go-wrong daily workhorse for runners of all abilities and experience levels.
Updated for comfort and breathability, its engineered mesh upper features clutch adjustments. Altra added protection to the toe bumper with a thicker TPU overlay, improved secure fit options with an extra lacing eyelet, and integrated a more streamlined D-ring gaiter attachment.
Under your feet, the smooth-rolling EVA foam and versatile MaxTrac rubber combine for a lightweight, adaptable, and remarkably easy-running ride. Have you wanted to try an Altra trail shoe, but weren't sure about a zero-drop platform? With its forgiving 4 mm drop, the Wild 2 is your shoe!
Whether you're just starting to explore trails or in serious need of another workhorse in the rotation, reach for the Altra Experience Wild 2 and go play in the dirt!
What You'll Love:
- Smooth-running versatility
- Improved upper
- Forgiving 4 mm heel-to-toe drop
Model Number: AL0A85RX232
Specs & FitLearn More
Shoe Specs
| Weight: | 9.5 oz 269 g |
| Heel Stack: | 34 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 30 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 4 mm |
How It FitsLearn More
| Heel Width: | Roomy |
| Midfoot Fit: | Average |
| 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.
Cushioning Level
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BarefootBarefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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MinimalMinimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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LowLow
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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MediumMedium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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MaximalMaximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- CMEVA foam is compression-molded EVA for a lightweight and responsive ride.
- Rocker geometry provides smooth-rolling efficiency benefits.
OUTSOLE
- MaxTrac rubber delivers an optimal balance of durability and all-terrain grip.
UPPER
- Engineered mesh has been updated for enhanced comfort and breathability. The additional lacing eyelet and thicker TPU toe protection improve functionality.
- GaiterTrap system provides a hook-and-loop heel tab and an integrated D-ring at the tongue base to secure optional trail gaiters, preventing debris from building up inside the shoe.
- Standard FootShape is Altra's most common, right in the middle of Original and Slim. It provides your forefoot the space for its natural alignment, allowing your foot to act as a strong stable foundation.
