Altra

Vanish Tempo 2

A light, low-drop tempo trainer with supercritical FAST TRN foam over a flexible split PEBAX plate. It is comfortable for threshold and marathon-pace work rather than all-out speed.

What's new: Replaces the original's EGO PRO midsole with Altra's dual supercritical FAST TRN foam, sitting over a split PEBAX plate.

Tempo runsMarathon pace

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RRP around £175. Tap through for today's price.

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What it feels like

lightsmooth
FirmCushionPlush
MutedBounceSpringy
LowStackTowering

Fit

True to size

True to length on Altra's Racing FootShape last, though the forefoot can feel loose at speed.

standard

What the critics say

  • Light and comfortable, with soft landings for threshold work
  • Secure heel and adjustable midfoot lockdown
  • Flat ride with little rocker or push
  • Baggy forefoot at faster paces

Paraphrased from published reviews of this model and its line, refreshed monthly. Read them: Alastair Running, Altra US.

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The numbers

Type
Lightweight / tempo
Weight
243 g
Heel stack
34 mm
Drop
4 mm
Plate
Plate / rods
Support
Neutral

Men's sample size.

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