Altra

Via Olympus Running Shoe - Men's

Altra and tongue slippage

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Size Bought:

12

I like everything about the shoe except for the tongue slips, I wish Altra would gusset the tongues in all their shoes

Another Win for Altra

Used these to train for and run the LA Marathon. The insole felt weird at first on the inside of my right foot but after they broke in they were fine. Had a great race with no issues. Thanks Altra!

I didn't know shoes could be this comfortable.

I'm on my feet all day long and walk around on flat surfaces. I'm and out of a freezer and this is the perfect shoe in terms of comfort. It feels like I'm walking on clouds! The wide toe box is great and leaves nothing to be desired. 10/10 shoe

Buying again today

Bought my first pair last year, AMAZING! buying again now only due to the stench of my feet odor (working on that) wish they had more color options... you'd think they'd offer more after the reviews

I am planning to buy again.

I purchased my first pair of these for work and the were comfortable, so I purchased a pair for everyday wear.

A good, stable shoe for your base runs

I use this shoe for my base miles. I wear the Vanish Tempos for my speed work and long runs. They are fast, but slightly unstable. The firm, stable base of the Via Olympus helps my lower leg recover while maintaining enough cushion for my 225lb frame. My only complaint is that the tongue is too puffy. Even with a runner's lock, I cannot get these shoes to stay tight when I am tying them. Getting a good heel lock is very difficult and I think this leads to a lot of the wear issues people have on the inside of the shoe. It could also use a more aggressive taper at the toe to assist with toe-off.

Stiff!!

Loved the original foot bed, but very stiff. Not comfortable for walking.

To hard under foot.

If you're looking for a cushy shoe, this isn't it. My Olympus trail running shoes felt more comfy than these on the road. I sent them back. Thanks for a great return policy,

Fast and protective shoe.

I love Altra. When I started I trained only in Altras and my feet got so much stronger. The Via Olympus is well cushioned and a fast shoe. It's very responsive.

Perhaps the worst shoes I've ever run in. What a disgrace.

I guess I'll go back to barefoot running if this is where Altra is headed. Good riddance.