Altra Experience Wild Woman
£130|Weight 246g|Drop 4mm altrarunning.eu/uk|Tester Tiffany
What are they for?
Trail runners who love to run fast and go for miles! Altra wants you to Stay Out There™, and these Wild Woman shoes will definitely help you with that, as they are suitable for long trail runs and run/walks in the woods. You can even hike in them in the summer months as the mesh fabric dries fast and keeps you cool.
The fit
I got a size 8 (I’m an 8/9 depending on brand) and they were a great fit. The wide toe box is fantastic, and I love being able to really spread my toes out and use the whole foot for balance and grip. The mid shoe is nice and snug which adds to the lightweight feel you get while wearing them. The back has a lot of cushioning which gives it a cosy feel around the heel and makes the shoes feel very supportive.
The comfort
Very comfortable on the toes, I had lots of room to spread and this allowed me to use all four points of my feet to their full potential, increasing my balance and power to push off. The mid shoe was tight but not uncomfortable and made me feel supported. The sole has great grip but also flexibility which is fantastic out on the trails.
On the run
For the first test, I did a 5K run in them, and threw in some hill sprints. I was shocked how well these shoes made me move; I found them great for speed and for really driving me uphill (thanks to the 4mm drop which helps to propel you up). The grip on them is also incredible and I had no fear of slipping even when my dog was pulling me here and there! They are light, bouncy and unrestrictive, and made me want to run fast.
Should you buy them?
Yes! Fantastic grip, push and fit!