Hardwear
Product 2022
Woman, Man

Altra Vanish Carbon

The Altra Vanish Carbon introduces a break in the usual Altra DNA: the very wide toe box has gone. We could have done the same with the zero drop: they didn’t, frankly and effectively, the zero-drop feeling is faithful with the Vanish Carbon.

In addition to this zero-drop, the Altra Vanish Carbon is stands out by its carbon plate, which isn’t from heel to toes but just under the forefoot. It is also split into three blades. We retain a greater “flexibility” or “proprioception” at the forefoot.

It’s very carefully manufactured, oriented towards being lightweight. At the heel there are little bumps to avoid friction, technical solutions widely used at Arc’Teryx and Salomon. The tongue doesn’t sit well at the forefoot, you need to be careful when you pull the shoe on to position it properly, otherwise you get little folds. The laces must have double knots, because otherwise they slip.

The first sensations, and a surprise for an Altra, is the forefoot fit and the narrowness/precision of the upper. Weighing 226 grams for size 42.5, the Altra Vanish Carbon is light. A little “heavier” than the Hoka One One Rocket X or the Nike Vaporfly but it holds its course.

You instantly notice the rocking effect when you run, which launches you in your stride and pushes to accelerate. The other strong point is how comfortable it is: thanks to the thick sole and foam. It has great rebound. Is the acceleration or the desire for acceleration due to the carbon plate? No doubt, but it’s a whole and the effect is less than on a 100% performance-oriented shoe. Foot placement must deal with a slight rolling action: the sole is high, and the foam is relatively soft.

This Altra Vanish Carbon lets you rack up the miles in comfort. You can, must, run faster with it while knowing that you won’t suffer during a possible drop in speed.

The Altra Vanish Carbon is a performance shoe, but it is also extremely comfortable and accessible making it a good alternative over marathon distances to avoid any suffering.

"The Altra Vanish Carbon is a performance shoe, but it is also extremely comfortable and accessible making it a good alternative over marathon distances to avoid any suffering."

Rating

  • 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
  • Foot hold
    8
  • Cushioning
    8
  • Foot Strike
    7
  • Stride
    8
  • Comfort
    9

Price : 250

Weight

226
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Base width

M

TYPE OF FEET

Pronator Universal Supinator

Overall Rating

8.00

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