The Escalante 5 is Altra's performance-focused zero-drop road shoe, built with a low stack height to help you connect with the ground and build genuine running strength.
Altra EGO midsole foam delivers a responsive, luxurious ride, while an engineered knit upper with a redesigned tongue and collar keeps things comfortable for road running, speedwork, or everyday walking.
• Heel-to-toe drop: 0mm (zero drop); low stack height (24mm)
• Midsole: Altra EGO foam for responsive, luxurious cushioning
• Updated rubber outsole for durability and ground connection
• Engineered knit upper with redesigned tongue and collar
• Weight: 9.7 oz (men's); FootShape original toe box
"I LOVE ALTRA AND I LOVE THIS NEW MODEL!!!! Since wearing this model on a regular basis, my feet have actually changed shape for the better. I have enjoyed noticeable strength increase, stronger arch, less injury, and NO foot pain... altra for has been there time and time again to restore my feet!!!!"
Altra was founded in 2009 by runners Golden Harper and Brian Beckstead, who set out to challenge the conventional running shoe by isolating heel-to-toe drop as a critical, overlooked design flaw.
The brand pioneered Zero Drop™ platforms and its signature FootShape™ toe box, giving runners' toes room to spread naturally instead of being squeezed into a tapered front, all built around Balanced Cushioning™ for a more natural foot position.
While Altra remains committed to its zero-drop roots, it has since expanded into select low-drop models, offering a gentler entry point for runners curious about a more natural stride.
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