Altra Outroad 3

The American brand Altra is back with one of its new products for the 2024 season, presented at The Running Event, the largest running and trail running sports equipment event on the planet held at the end of 2023. We are talking about nothing more and nothing less than the new Altra Outroad 3, a shoe designed for those first-time trail runners looking for a safe and effective as well as versatile model.

And this Altra Outroad 3 is a trail running shoe that is considered one of the most versatile and best finished shoes in the Altra catalog. Suitable for a wide range of runners, from the most novice to the most experienced.

Outstanding characteristics of the new Altra Outroad 3

The most notable changes in the new Altra trail running shoes, the Altra Outroad 3, focus on the upper of the shoe that provides greater protection and durability without neglecting the comfort and breathability of the immediately predecessor version.

This new version incorporates interesting new features with respect to the Altra Outroad 2, the second of its line, to provide it with greater versatility although the profile of runner is very similar to its predecessor.

In addition to the upper of the shoe, the anti-tear mesh is made of 100% recycled polyester, a commitment of the brand to sustainability.

This new version features Altra's characteristic FootShape fit, giving us ample room in the forefoot for our toes to move freely.

With a weight of 303 grams for its male version and 246 grams for its female counterpart, these Altra Outroad 3 stand out for their Altra Ego midsole, with great cushioning and softness that will offer a unique feeling of comfort.

The outsole of the shoe has one of the most outstanding compounds of the brand, the Maxtrac outsole, prepared to offer safety and grip on all types of surfaces, being compact and simple trails its best field of action.

Ideal runner of the Altra Outroad 3

The Altra Outroad 3 is the shoe of the North American brand Altra recommended to enter the world of trail running. They are ideal for those runners of medium and heavy weight who need to combine asphalt and mountain in their training and competitions.

As in a large majority of Altra's asphalt and trail models, the Outroad 3 also have a 0 mm drop, that is, both the height of the heel and forefoot profiles are the same. A height that reaches 27 millimeters, 3 millimeters less than the previous version, thus offering a more natural foot strike and greater contact with the ground.

This is a trail running model for men and women that is already available from this summer 2024 with an official retail price of 130€.

Those runners who prioritize comfort and cushioning over fast paces and who train combining asphalt and easy mountain trails, have in the Altra Outroad 3 one of their best options when choosing shoes.