Altra Men's Torin 9 Running Shoes

About This Item

Experience plush comfort and effortless daily performance in the Altra Torin 9, a road running shoe built to help you go farther with confidence. Responsive P35X™ cushioning, a roomy FootShape™ toe box, and a smooth zero-drop platform work together to create a natural and comfortable ride mile after mile. Whether you're logging daily runs or enjoying long walks, the Torin 9 delivers the comfort, fit, and durability you need to keep moving forward


Design:

  • Breathable mesh upper delivers an improved fit with a soft step-in feel
  • Updated heel shape and elevated tongue details enhance comfort and fit
  • Signature Altra Fit offers a roomy toe box for natural toe movement with a secure midfoot hold

In-Shoe Comfort:

  • P35X™ dual-density foam combines a softer inner layer and firmer outer layer for cushioned stability
  • Responsive underfoot feel helps create a smooth and energetic ride
  • Zero-drop platform promotes a natural movement pattern for everyday miles

Durability & Traction:

  • Vibram® XS DURA outsole delivers durable road-ready grip
  • Outsole is designed to be 8.5% grippier than the previous Torin model
  • Built for confident traction and smooth responsiveness on paved surfaces

Additional Details:

  • Best for daily runs and walking
  • Neutral support design
  • 28mm stack height balances comfort and performance
  • 0mm heel-to-toe drop encourages natural movement
  • Weight: 9.8 oz / 269 g
  • Brand : Altra
  • Country of Origin : Imported
  • Web ID: 26ALTMRUNNGDIGS6DJXVW

REVIEWS

4.3

16 Reviews

Good Wide Fit, Ugly Colors For Wide

Why does Altra make just two colors for wide versions? Both boring. Overall fit felt good for my 3E feet. I like the vibram sole. Some other feedback: A little too loose in the low heel but overall best option I could find at the store. Also the tongue is oversized and bunches up (not so much that I was concerned it would bother me on runs, but we’ll see). My foot measures a little over 10” and went with the size 11.

Great Comeback

I have been wearing the Torin 8 since they came out and have become very comfortable with their fit. So, I was excited to see what LITTLE tweaks Altra would make to improve the shoe. As I have come to learn, Altra does not make little tweaks, they just redesign the whole shoe. Unfortunately, this forces the user to try other models or go somewhere else. But, in this case they got it right. The Torin 9 reminds me of the Torin 4s that I loved so much. I am happy we have come full circle. Can we please not go around again?

Not Happy With The New Changes

I tried these for two weeks and returned them. I didn't like them because the upper on the Torin 9 was too small, but the addition of a Vibram DuraDura rubber sole and P35X foam was awesome. Altra should've kept the upper from Torin 8 and added the Vibram Dura rubber sole and P35x foam for the new Torin, in my opinion.

Great Shoe As A New Runner

I have started to enjoy running outside and decided to train for a marathon. I have had these shoes a few weeks now and I love them. I don't have a lot of experience to compare these to other shoes for running, however they are are light and comfortable. I have been running in them 4-5 times a week as a daily runner and they are superb. Feel cushy enough in my 5-7 mile days so far. The mid foot area is tighter then i would expect but feels great as my foot doesn't slip while still leaving room for my toes to spread out. I have run in 90+ degree weather here in NC and I have never thought about my feet feeling hot. The soles feel grippy. I love them and will eventually get another par.

Please Make Available The All Black Color

PLEASE add the all black color of this model. The all black helps comply with workplace standards. The fit is great for wide feed and I am confident the vibram sole will help with longevity.

Phenomenal Altra Torin 9

Picked these up from my favorite local shop Louisiana Running and Walking Company. Initial fit a and feel was excellent, size 12, which indeed means these run very slightly small. Occasionally I can fit in an 11. 5. Very very springy midsole. After walking a couple laps around the block I decided to risk it a go for a long run on Sunday morning, 17. 6 miles later after my Tour de New Orleans, I am only more impressed. After a decade long love affair with Altra, these may indeed be my favorite Altras to date.

Great Shoes, Bad Website

I was a true Hoka loyalist for a long time. Then Altras were recommended to me after getting orthotics for my flat feet. I wore Lone Peak 9’s on a 3 day, 50 mile hike on the PCT. My feet were about the only thing that did not hurt, thanks to my Altras!

Amazing Upgrade!!

I have ran in Torin since the 4. This shoe is the best Torin ever by far!!! Just the right amount of cushion also I like the grip and also they improved the heel. I was just amazed at how much improvement was made in this shoe.

Truly Great

I’m pleasantly surprised. I was trying Altra again because every shoe now has too much pronation control. Either the medial side of the footbed is raised or the shoe has annoying arch support. I find these features very distracting. Altra has always felt very neutral. The Torin 9 has that neutral feeling and the foam is firm and responsive. I was worried it would be too soft and my heel would sink down to a negative drop, but that was not the case. I would say that this shoe is noticeably firmer than the Experience Flow 3 and a little bit firmer than the Flow 2. I like a firmer shoe, especially if it’s zero drop, and this Torin has the perfect density for my taste. The foam is responsive too. It has more toe spring than other Altras which has made the transition very smooth, but may not work for those looking for a minimal shoe. The fit is a little shorter than other Altras I’ve owned recently, maybe due to the toe spring. I normally wear a 10 in Altra, and a 10. 5 in Saucony, Brooks, and Puma. I got a 10 here and it’s a little short, it still works. The outsole is great but noisy indoors, I’m hoping that gets better as the rubber breaks in. I think this would be a great trail shoe too. It’s stable and the rubber has a lot of bite. If this shoe had a 4mm drop I’d like it even more.

We Are Back. . . With Caveats

First the pros: P35 foam is infinitely superior to Ego and happy they are finally ditching it. I'd been running in the Experience Flow 2 for a year now and knew how much better P35 is as a foam. Vibram outsole - having it on a road shoe is a fantastic addition because you can breathe on Altra's current outsoles and they will wear down. Stripped down the over engineering of the 8. That thing was a heavy mess. Very light and speedy feeling shoe. Cons: I don't even have a wide foot and these "standard" fit feel as tight as Nike's. My foot can't splay. The tongue material is a bit annoying and can bunch. SIZING. Altra, what last are you using? I never believe people when they say size up so I ordered my usual 10. 5. Way too small. Sized up to an 11 and it's good, but I've run the gamut between 10 to 11 from them over the years. Overall: Amazingly close to the GOAT (4. 5) so stock up everyone because they only get this model right every 4 to 5 years

Almost There, But Still Falling Short

I've been with Altra probably since the Lone Peak 2's and have tried a variety of shoes from them spanning from trail to road. The one continuous theme with Altra is that they just always seem to fall short whether (and usually) quality issues, fit issues, or underwhelming foams--and that's how I feel about the Torin 9's. I'll start by saying that for the most part this shoe is awesome--great fit, great step in feel, vibram rubber, and the foam is miles ahead from the Torin 7's foam. However, I feel the same way as when I tried the Escalante 3's. The foam has a very little give to it, and then it just feels like a dead, firm brick of foam underneath that give causing a firm/harsh ride. I would like to see how this foam breaks in, but I don't have the financial luxury to *hope* that the foam gets better. I think if there was 1-2mm more of stack and the foam just a having a little more of that springy energy return, then this shoe would be a 5/5 (for me). I don't normally write reviews but I'm writing this because Altra has a special place in my heart. With almost every shoe that I've bought over the years, I feel like they're always just missing that one thing. I keep thinking they'll dial it in sooner or later, but I always feel let down. Will continue to stick around and overall Altra has been heading in a better direction over the years.

Wide Is Not Wide

I've been wearing Torin since Torin 3 with no issues. When they moved to Standard and Wide (Original) I need Original. Wide is all I can wear in any shoe. Unfortunately this Torin is not wide. It is so snug I had to check the box and the shoes, then checked my order and checked the box and shoes again. They say Wide but they are not for people with truly wide feet. Couple this with another ridiculous tongue that bunches and they are headed back to Altra. You would think after the Torin 5 tongue debacle they would have noticed how hard it is to get this shoe on with the tongue in proper position. On the bright side the Vibram addition is super sweet! All in all I'm disappointed that I have to find a new shoe after years of being pretty happy.

Torin 8 Running Great!

Love the lower (comparatively) drop while enjoying the cushioned ride. Feet feel confident and protected for miles

Noice!

One of the best updates Altra has done. Vibram sole is a noticeable upgrade with nice tread pattern - Vibram soles should be added to every model moving forward. Zero drop with medium stack - very comfortable and not sloppy. Big improvement on the tongue and heel collar. Shoe opening rounds under the ankle, where as some of the newer Altras shoes are too angled which digs into my ankle bone. Additionally, the arch seems mellow and spacious, where as some of the new Altras midsole digs into my arch, not this one. Really comfortable, and will be buying more. Of course looking forward to more colors. Only knock is the giant “Altra” letters on the side of the shoe…on the black shoes the lettering is grey and is hideous, so I colored in the letters with permanent black marker and looks really sleek now. A few other people on other websites have mentioned the same about the lettering. All in all, I give it a 5 star with a slight eye twitch on the branding. I think this is my new all around travel shoe. Id love to see the Torin 9 made into a waterproof version, jet black, carbon gray and dark leather brown would be cool. Noooice job Altra!

I’m Preemptively Putting 5 Stars

This will be a wonderful shoe, and I want Altra to notice that we notice the improvements that are being made to this line of shoes in the way of durability (improved foam material, new outsole with a reputable brand) and fit (maintaining the foundational zero drop, wide toe box, and wide midfoot selections). Thank you, Altra team, for aiming to constantly improve and innovate with the wearer in mind. You rock!

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