Altra
Torin ST
Altra's zero-drop stability shoe now sits in the Torin family, pairing EGO MAX foam with GuideRail support that wraps from the heel into the arch. Running Lab's testers found the support subtle and the toe box roomy.
What's new: Takes over from the Paradigm as Altra's stability shoe, keeping EGO MAX foam and GuideRail on a Torin-based platform with a more breathable mesh, updated heel cup and extra outsole rubber.
About the Torin ST
GuideRail support arrives in the Torin family with the Torin ST, a stability version of Altra's neutral Torin 9 road shoe. GuideRail is a guidance feature that, according to retailer copy for the shoe, is meant for overpronators and engages only when needed. It joins the Paradigm 8 among Altra's zero-drop stability shoes.
Where the Torin 9 moves to P35X foam, the ST uses Altra EGO MAX foam in its midsole, and the outsole is rubber with FootPod technology. The mesh upper uses Altra's FootShape fit, with a wider toe area and a secure midfoot, and the shoe carries the APMA Seal of Acceptance. The platform is zero drop, with moderate cushioning and a listed weight of 295 g. It is offered for road running and sits beside the Experience Flow ST, Altra's low-drop stability model on EGO P35 foam.
Specs and features from rei.com, altrarunning.com and our own spec data. A factual overview, not a review.
Video reviews
Watch Altra Torin ST reviewsOpens YouTubeWhat the critics say
The reviews in briefRunning Lab's Jen Crutchfield and Joe Wright enjoyed the Altra Torin ST, finding the GuideRail support gentle and well integrated, the ride smooth and quick, and the fit true to size with a roomy toe box. Their gripes were minor: squeaky rubber on vinyl floors for Crutchfield and a tongue that folds over for Wright.
- Positive: Gentle GuideRail support that never feels intrusive
- Positive: Roomy toe box with a secure heel cup
- Positive: Cushioning stays consistent over many miles
- Negative: Tongue can fold over when pulling the shoe on
- Negative: Outsole squeaks on smooth indoor floors
Paraphrased from published reviews. Read them in full:
The numbers
- Stability
- Type
- 295 g
- Weight
- 30 mm
- Heel stack
- 0 mm
- Drop
- No plate
- Plate
- Stability / support
- Support
Weight for a men's US 9 / UK 8.5. New model: figures are early and get re-checked every month.
What it feels like
Fit
True to size
Running Lab's testers found it true to size, with a roomy FootShape toe box and a secure heel.
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Altra Torin ST
In short
A good pick if you want subtle support, zero drop and plenty of toe room for easy runs and everyday miles. Testers found the guidance gentle rather than corrective, so firm-support seekers should look elsewhere.
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