Altra Superior 4.5 Trail Running Shoes - Men's
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Description
Burly trail runners that promote a natural running gait. The ample toe box allows your toes to spread and splay naturally during your foot strike and zero drop promotes a natural stride. The Superior 4.5 has an updated upper for increased breathability and drainage. Great for training, racing and a great option for runners with high-volume feet.
- Breathable mesh upper has reinforced overlays for durability.
- Removable StoneGuard adds protection.
- Lightweight Quantic™ midsole is flexible and supportive.
- MaxTrac™ rubber outsole with directional lugs for off-road traction.
- Gaiter trap helps to secure a range of trail running gaiters (sold separately).
Tech specs
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Tech specs
| Weight | 504g (9) |
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| Ideal for | Trail running |
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Feel
'Minimal and natural' shoes offer low drop, lots of flex, and minimal cushioning. Most running shoes are 'Light and responsive' with medium cushioning and good energy return. 'Cushioned and floaty' shoes have maximum cushioning. |
Light and responsive |
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Stability
Some shoes include added motion control or stability features to help minimize over pronation, where the foot tends to roll inward in a biomechanically imbalanced running position. |
Neutral |
| Upper material |
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| Closure | Lace-up |
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Heel-to-toe cushioning
The approximate thickness of the midsole cushioning under the heel and the forefoot. A thicker heel and greater difference between heel and toe height tends to suit heel-strike runners, while forefoot and midfoot strikers may prefer a minimal drop between heel and toe cushioning. |
21-21mm |
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Drop
The drop is the difference in height between the heel and the forefoot midsole cushioning. Traditional running shoes tend to have a 10mm drop or higher while minimalist style shoes are on the lower end of the spectrum. |
0mm |
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Waterproof
Waterproof shoes and boots feature a waterproof-breathable membrane and a gusseted tongue to help keep your feet dry in wet conditions. |
No |
| Removable insole | Yes |
| Made in | China |
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| US (men) US (men) | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 14.5 | 15 |
| European European | 36 | 36 | 36 | 37 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 49 | 50 |
| UK UK | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 |