“Altra does wide toe boxes. This we know. However the width of the toebox is relative to the width of the midfoot in any given shoe. This is an important distinction if you have a wide foot. I do. The Torin range have a roomy midfoot and fairly uncomplicated footbed. No crippling arch support or any of that nonsense. The pods on the sole make a clicking noise when dry and a squeek when wet that is really annoying on back country roads when all is silent but the shoe is so comfortable for road marathons and Ultras I can overlook that. Would have got five stars but for the squeek and the way the strips on the outsole come off the shoes after a couple hundred miles. Let's say 4.5 stars.”
“These are the 3rd pair of Altra running I have purchased (also got One and Lone Peak), having previously run in Hokas. The Torins were purchased to replace some original Hoka Cliftons for general training and racing. After only a couple of weeks they have proven to be very comfortable and a worthy replacement to my favourite Hokas, and just as comfortable as my other Altras. Key features include foot shape, light weight, zero drop, good cushioning and great looks (they look better than the photos).”
“Like a lot of people I tried barefoot running using Vibram 5-fingers only to injure myself. Altra zero-drop shoes help you condition your stride to a mid-foot strike but with enough cushioning to avoid injury. And if you have wide feet and/or bunions the foot-shaped toe box is bliss. Torin has less cushioning than some Altra shoes, so these feel lighter and more comfortable. Despite a less hi-tech appearance than Nike or New Balance my previous Altras are still going strong after a year of road running, so I expect these will also last.”
