tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post4320701013695628035..comments2024-03-28T01:00:21.447-06:00Comments on Road Trail Run: Altra Running Torin 3.5 Review: One Shoe, Two Fine New Upper FlavorsSam Winebaumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-750484725198030062019-01-30T12:57:20.599-07:002019-01-30T12:57:20.599-07:00Sam,
Im looking at upgrading from the Torin 2.5 t...Sam, <br />Im looking at upgrading from the Torin 2.5 to 3.5 Mesh. Do you know how sizing compares between those models?<br /><br />thanksDavid, T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00629090307269555468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-61446780042537708022018-07-26T13:11:40.261-06:002018-07-26T13:11:40.261-06:00I am absolutely loving the Knit. I haven't had...I am absolutely loving the Knit. I haven't had the chance to try the Mesh on, but have found the Knit to be a massive improvement on the last two versions. I don't find the knit too hot, heavy, and it seems fine in terms of firmness. My thoughts here: http://www.midpackgear.com/2018/07/altra-torin-35-knit-review-best-torin.html<br /><br />Very much looking forward to trying the Mesh as well as the Paradigm. Looking forward to the full review of that, Sam.60https://www.blogger.com/profile/01831912955519175141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-52466193380936511882018-05-17T11:36:34.355-06:002018-05-17T11:36:34.355-06:00Hi Anonymous,
Thanks for reading and commenting. P...Hi Anonymous,<br />Thanks for reading and commenting. Plenty of lockdown and a touch more cushion but not as dynamic in the Torin 3.5. Given your wide foot you might be happier in the Knit version but it will have a touch less support than Mesh. Take a look at our just posted Escalante 1.5 review: http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2018/05/altra-running-escalante-15-review.html No changes underfoot but an improved lockdown. I might look to the Duo and Instinct compared in the review with instinct having a more stable supportive upper than Duo. Instinct is a great and lively workhouse despite its weight. You might also look at the Paradigm 4 initial review here: http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2018/04/altra-running-paradigm-40-first-look.html. It is a lot more shoe compared to Escalante so not great for that sprint work. but does have the EGO midsole. You might also consider the Topo Ultrafly http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2016/05/review-topo-athletic-ultrafly-natural.html. Great foot hold, plenty of cushion and an anatomical toe box. <br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-36582462796333948952018-05-17T09:17:41.168-06:002018-05-17T09:17:41.168-06:00Sam, Thanks for your great reviews! I'm a huge...Sam, Thanks for your great reviews! I'm a huge fan. Could you possibly give a brief comparison of both shoes to the Escalante? Is the upper on the knit torin similar? I know briefly discussed above but how does the mesh fit a higher volume foot? I've been running in the escalante since it came out and love it except for a few reasons....need something with more lock down but still accommodating to wide foot and need slightly just slightly more cush. I love the ego midsole! Also any other shoes you would recommend for a wide foot that is a solid workhorse shoe that can go fast (100-800m), take a beating, and go long (half distance type). I tried a lot of shoes out but cant find the one. I love the Brooks ghost and Wave Rider but mm drop to significant. Iso fit upper for Saucony is insecure and NB fresh foam kills my legs. Thanks in advance. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-54250935533072420652018-05-15T17:43:49.283-06:002018-05-15T17:43:49.283-06:00Hi Unknown,
Unfortunately we did not run in the 2....Hi Unknown,<br />Unfortunately we did not run in the 2.0 but I do agree 2.5 and 3.0 had stiff uppers, as much the mesh as the dense pattern of printed dots. This made them very trail worthy shoes as said in the review. Both the 3.5 Mesh and 3.5 Knit are far more comfortable than 2.5 and 3.0 with the Knit the most comfortable but not quite as dialed in and supportive as the Mesh.<br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-52438297193296505082018-05-15T17:32:39.937-06:002018-05-15T17:32:39.937-06:00How does the mesh compare to the Torin 2.0 (if you...How does the mesh compare to the Torin 2.0 (if you have familiarity with the older version)? The Torin 2.5 and 3.0 seemed to be stiffer and not as comfortable upper when I compared them to the 2.0. Hoping that these new ones are much like the 2.0s.<br /><br />thanksUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07868328294461264786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-18462165210297039622018-05-10T11:32:10.088-06:002018-05-10T11:32:10.088-06:00Hi Robert,
Sorry for any confusion. See the Introd...Hi Robert,<br />Sorry for any confusion. See the Introduction and the Conclusions. Altra calls out the Mesh for speed and the Knit for comfort. In terms of actual fit and performance of the uppers. I would agree with their designations. As detailed in the review the Knit is actually slightly firmer due we think to its thinner less dense sock liner. Firmer does not always mean faster. We prefer the Mesh's sock liner as it adds a bit of cushion and rebound with a touch less road feel harshness.<br />Sam, Editor <br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run! See our page with links to all shoe and gear reviews <a href="http://www.roadtrailrun.com/p/blog-page.html" rel="nofollow">HERE</a>. You can also follow RoadTrailRun on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews. Shopping through links on articles help support RoadTrail Run and is much appreciatedSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-86516409474841690412018-05-10T10:52:43.967-06:002018-05-10T10:52:43.967-06:00Was a bit confused. Mesh and knit versions but co...Was a bit confused. Mesh and knit versions but comments also on "speed" version. Which version is that?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12045363341654096449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-19966086497405000662018-05-09T10:00:53.873-06:002018-05-09T10:00:53.873-06:00Sam thank you for the mention and it was a lot of ...Sam thank you for the mention and it was a lot of fun attempting to figure out the differences between the two models. I really like both models with a slight preference for the Mesh model and if I was going to run in a zero drop shoe one of these would be the model I would choose. They both felt comfortable on the feet and when I picked up the pace the shoes didn’t get in the way of how I run. Great review of the Torin’s. I did run in the original Torin’s way back when and running in these reminded me of how well I did run in them.Haroldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15199264917553613356noreply@blogger.com