Altra Torin 9

Altra · Road · Daily Trainer

Overall Score: 81/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 264 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0.3 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Altra EGO MAX
  • Official Retail MSRP: €180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Low 0 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition
  • Altra EGO MAX cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown
  • Altra EGO MAX midsole delivering responsive energy return

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings

Expert Review Sources

  • RunRepeat : 81.6 / 100 — « Altra had the chance to make a banger with the Torin 9, but it ended up only halfway there. The missing piece is the foam, which delivers far less bounce than we expected. On the other hand, we found in the lab that the shoe brings some welcome improvements: a lighter build, better stability, more flexibility, and a brand-new Vibram outsole for road running that makes its debut with this shoe. These are all steps in the right direction, but that bittersweet taste is still hard to shake. »
  • RoadTrailRun : 79.9 / 100 — « Built by Altra around the Altra EGO MAX midsole, the Torin 9 pairs a fluid forefoot roll with leg-saving Altra EGO MAX cushioning (264 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €180. »
  • Believe in the Run : 78.9 / 100 — « In Altra's daily trainer lineup, the Torin 9 balances joint protection and snappy turnover across road sessions. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €180. »

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