Altra Women's Paradigm 8 Running Shoes

About This Item

What’s New:

  • Updated Altra EGO™ MAX compound in midsole for a cushioned ride
  • Re-designed engineered mesh upper for comfort, fit, and breathability
  • GuideRail™ technology for medial support, only when it's needed

Design:

  • Standard FootShape™ fit
  • Ghillie lacing system for a secure, customizable fit
  • GuideRail™ technology adds support in key areas

In-Shoe Comfort:

  • Altra EGO™ MAX midsole provides lasting cushioning

Additional Details:

  • Weight (Size 8.5): 8.6 oz / 243.8 g
  • Brand : Altra
  • Country of Origin : Imported
  • Web ID: 25ALTWPRDGM8BLCKWFTW

REVIEWS

3.4
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Recommended

8 Reviews

Too Much Change For My Feet

I loved the 7's. They were the most relief I've had in years. I have multiple foot issues. The 7's wore out and I could only find the 8 to purchase. So I did, the toe box height is way too short. They squish both my big toes from the top down which causes me severe pain. I need the wide to accommodate a bunion, but I think they are a little too wide. They do relieve my heel pain. But overall, I'm going to send them back. Too much $$ to not love them and to suffer toe pain and again.

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Oooo..wonderfuk

Bought these for my daughter for her birthday and she loves them! She has had another pair for about 5 years. They are faded, but still in good condition!

6. 5w Paradigm 8 Fits Too Tight, Why Made Smaller

I had a 6. 5 W in Paradigm 7. I loved them! I was sad to hear they made the cushion softer with Paradigm 8 but with my wide feet, I enjoy the space, 0 drop and stability. I was extremely disappointed when shoes arrived they were smaller, tighter. My custom-made orthotics, which fit perfectly in the Paradigm 7 I can barely get in an out with the Paradigm 8. Why would you change your actual shoe size?? It is visible to the naked eye. And of course to my poor toes.

Paradigm 7 Fit Better

I have worn the wide in the paradigm- the 7's fit great- the paradigm 8 has an even wider toe box, and I feel like I have on a pair of crocs!!- very loose in the toes, and I wouldn't even need to wear the wide's compared to the older models.

Best Paradigms Yet!

These are the best Paradigms yet. I have no back pain wearing these shoes and they feel amazing! Like previous Paradigms you will need to size up a 1/2 size. The most comfortable walking and standing on your feet all day show I have ever owned in my life and I am in my 50's. People complain of heel slippage. I have very narrow heels and it does slip a little bit but you just tighten the upper shoe strings and it fixes the issue.

Upper Too Rigid

Upper material is too rigid or toe box height is too shallow - either way my toes were not happy. Had to switch to the flow stability to see if a more flexible upper/single layer upper would work better. Love Altra though! Bought their training and hiking shoes

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Sooooo Cushy!!!!

Love these!! Have been wearing the Torin for a year or so but tried these on and even more cushion!!!! Had major bunion surgery almost 7 mos ago and finally getting back to an almost power walk. Hoping to do some running soon!!!

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Freedom For Your Toes

I love them for walking, but will not use them for running or cross training because the heel drop is lower than the top of the shoe. It felt like an earth shoe if the 70’s. I will definitely try another style in this shoe because the wide foot base is fabulous and the cushion is spot on. The sneaker is of excellent quality.

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