The first Altra shoe inspired by and developed with an Altra athlete. Meet the Paradigm 6, a shoe that is blurring the line between support shoe and everyday trainer. Altra Elite Athlete and two-time Olympian Kara Goucher’s input helped us take this shoe to the next level, adding an Altra EGO MAX midsole and slimming down the overall design while maintaining its key support features..

BALANCED CUSHIONING

Our Balanced Cushioning platform positions your heel and forefoot at an equal distance from the ground, encouraging better alignment and form.

FOOTSHAPE TOE BOX

Allows your toes to relax and spread out naturally for more comfort and stability in uphill climbs and downhill descents.

ALTRA EGO MAX

Our Altra EGO Max midsole foam gives you all the light and luxurious performance with a little extra bounce and added durability.

APMA CERTIFIED

This product received the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Seal of Acceptance, awarded to products found by the Association to promote good foot health.

INNERFLEX

These grid-like grooves in the midsole are designed to provide flexibility and movement.

GUIDERAIL

The GuideRail acts like a supportive highway guide rail that encourages natural foot placement by providing guidance, but only when it’s needed.

• Weight: 10.8 oz / 307 g
• Midsole: Altra EGO MAX
• Outsole: FootPod Outsole
• Cushion: Max
• Stack Height: 30mm
• Drop: 0mm
• Upper: Breathable Engineered Mesh

For runners who need support for overpronation