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Altra
Escalante 3 Running Shoe - Women's

3.264069264069264 out of 5 stars
231 Reviews
$130.00
Color:White

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Why We Like The Escalante 3 Running Shoe

Whether running or resting on the docket, the Altra Escalante 3 Running Shoe rises to the occasion. It provides soft, natural, and supportive striding for everyday runs. And if we decide to skip the jog, we can rely on its roomy design to comfort us while we get around the house.


Details

  • Fan-favorite shoe for runs and recoveries alike
  • 0mm drop encourages a proper, low-impact form throughout your runs
  • FootShape toe box allows toes to splay for a natural foot position
  • Breathable, sleek knit mesh upper wraps your foot in sock-like fit
  • Altra Ego midsole provides you with energy return and a soft ride
  • FootPod Outsoles follows your foot to maximize shoe's flexibility
  • Item #ATRQ03I
Upper Material
textile knit
Lining
nylon
Closure
lace
Midsole
Altra Ego, Innerflex
Sole
rubber
Support Type
neutral
Cushion
moderate
Heel / Forefoot Height
24 / 24mm
Drop
0mm
Claimed Weight
[pair] 14.8oz
Manufacturer Warranty
300-500miles
Activity
running

Overall Rating

3.5 based on 231 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 56 reviews
2 Stars - 37 reviews
3 Stars - 24 reviews
4 Stars - 18 reviews
5 Stars - 96 reviews

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3 out of 5 stars

March 23, 2024

Love the look, but they're a different shoe.

I've been a big fan of the escalante, but this version has an uncomfortable (to me, maybe fine for people with a high arch) arch support that the last versions didn't, and after a handful of runs, this kickstarted plantar fasciitis for me. I still love the racers, but these are uncomfortable even wearing around town for me unfortunately. I loved Altra for the zero drop and minimal shoe that made them unique, but I hope they don't start steering away from it.

Lesa
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

2 out of 5 stars

March 20, 2024

They are very tight on top of the foot

I had an old version and I love it. I bought this one thinking it would be the same but They hurt my feet so bad I couldn't wait to take them off. They were super tight and the laces were super small.

Luci
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 14, 2024

So comfy!

Absolutely love this shoe. So thrilled with my second pair since I went a size down. I wear an 8 in the Escalante Racers, which is my favorite shoe, but an 8 in this was a little roomy. I went down to a 7 and it's perfect, I think I would have been fine in 7.5 too. They are a wonderful and versatile shoe and I love them for mid/long runs. I switched from Brooks to Altra due to a fracture in my sesamoid bone and have never looked back.

Kate
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

3 out of 5 stars

March 2, 2024

Not enough arch support

I really wanted to love these sneakers. They look great, and feel great, but unfortunately having planters fasciitis I need something with better arch support. Sadly returning.

Jill
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

1 out of 5 stars

February 26, 2024

Not the same

This Escalante 3 is different from the ones I bought before-I have developed major heel issues bc of this shoe.I loved the first pair I bought 2 years ago...something has changed . I'm so disappointed that I can't return these now.

Lou
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

1 out of 5 stars

February 25, 2024

My feet hurt sooo bad! Please help me find the right shoe

This is my second pair of Altra's. My first pair were Torrins, and I wore through them after 3 years. They were the most comfortable pair of tennies I've ever owned. I switched to the escalante 3, not realizing how different they'd be. I ordered the same size 9.5, and the are somehow longer than my torrins, and more narrow all the way through. What I really don't understand is why my feet hurt SO bad after a casual walk. My heels specifically along with the sides and middle. I am so bummed. I want to order a different pair knowing how much I loved my first pair but I don't want to go through this again. Can you please explain to me why the differences, and what is causing the pain? Help me find the right walking shoe? Thank you!

Jen
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

3 out of 5 stars

February 21, 2024

Comfy BUT

I was so pumped to have these shoes! I hadn't found sneakers with a natural toe box, and was happy to find Altra. I needed shoes for work as a fitness coach, that could also work for some running. These checked those boxes! They felt pretty good when I put them on! I have lone peaks, which have a pretty wide toe box, so these were comfortably snug. It was a very smooth transition to this sneaker and I never had any discomfort breaking them in. Now, this is where I get disappointed. I haven't even had these a year and the fabric on my pinky toe side is ripping. The sole of the ball of my foot is worn almost all the way down. There are holes appearing at the bottom. Now, I know sneakers are limited to so much mileage, but I'm not doing anything strenuous in them. I've actually only run in them a handful of times. Most of my time spent in these is walking on the sidewalk or around our gym. I have separate shoes I work out it, so these are spared. I'm pretty disappointed as I've never had any sneakers last this short. I have to deliberate if I buy these again, and the only reason would be because of the toe box and initial comfort. I may have to research other brands. Not that price is an issue, but spending this money on a shoe that has barely lasted 10 months is disheartening.

Sdove
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

4 out of 5 stars

February 19, 2024

Would have been 5 stars if it weren't for the lacing

Nice ride, comfortable, perfect for long & easy runs, and good enough for speed (a bit on the heavy side). My only gripe is the lacing. Had to skip the 2nd lace to make it not rub the wrong way.

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davis
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

5 out of 5 stars

February 3, 2024

I love my Altra shoes!

I bought mine at Fleet Foots and wanted to find a barefoot shoe. They didn't have any, but showed me 3 options that had a wide toe shoe. I love these shoes! They feel so much better than my Brooks. I do a lot of walking for my job and I can wear these shoes for 10 miles and it still feels comfortable. I love the wide toe box and the medium cushion. I'm hoping they have a sale so I can buy a 2nd pair.

Mia
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com

4 out of 5 stars

January 30, 2024

Shoelaces are too short

I love my Escalantes, but THE LACES ARE TOO SHORT (size 11). I don't know how many reviews Altra needs that state this, but apparently it's more than have already been written. With each pair I buy, I also have to buy laces. I was hoping that the new purple shoe (cuter in person than online, BTW) would have longer laces but, nope! Still way too short for a heel lock lace, or even for someone with a wide foot and high arch. And it's extra disappointing because the laces that come with the shoe are super cute and I can't find an exact match.

Anonymous
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Originally reviewed on altrafootwear.com