The Superior is a neutral running shoe family from Altra.
The Superior 5 is a zero drop model. It's the newest model from the family, uses breathable construction, orthotic friendly and removable insole design, and went on sale in 2021. Its support type is designated as neutral, meaning that it's designed for runners with neutral pronation.
With an average review score of 81%, it's rated just above the median rating of similar running shoes. Based on our monitoring of prices across the internet, it's currently just above the median price of running shoes today.
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released | ReleasedJun 2021 | Jan 2020 | May 2019 | Jun 2019 | Aug 2022 | May 2022 |
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productAthletes | Pro athlete users | |||||
Weight | Weight249 g | M: 215 g W: 181 g | M: 247 g W: 207 g | M: 221 g W: 176 g | 11 g | 289 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot21 mm | 19 mm | 15 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | |
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop | 4 mm | 8 mm | 4 mm | ||
Heel | Heel21 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | 31 mm | 27 mm | |
Terrain | TerrainTrail | Trail | Trail | RoadTrail | MudSnow/iceTrail | MudSnow/iceTrail |
Brand | BrandAltra | Xero Shoes | Altra | La Sportiva | Salomon | Saucony |
Support Type | Support TypeNeutral | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | NeutralStability |
Strike Type | Strike TypeFore/Midfoot strike | Fore/Midfoot strike | Fore/Midfoot strike | Fore/Midfoot strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strike |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeBreathableLow dropZero drop | BreathableLightweightLow dropZero drop | LightweightLow dropZero drop | LightweightLow drop | LightweightMaximalist | Low drop |
Breathable | Breathable | |||||
Orthotic friendly | Orthotic friendly | |||||
Removable insole | Removable insole | |||||
Rock plate | Rock plate | |||||
Techs | Techs | Vibram | Gore-Tex | |||
Waterproofings | Waterproofings | Waterproof | ||||
Environmental Characteristics | Environmental Characteristics | Vegan Ⓥ | Sustainable | |||
Common characteristicsNeutral pronationHigh arch |
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+1920) |
Terrain | Trail (+506) |
Brand | Altra (+57) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1503) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1483) |
Strike Type | Fore/Midfoot strike (+1062) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1430) |
Shoe Type | Breathable (+331)Low drop (+275)Zero drop (+95) |
Fit | Wide toe box (+324) |
Features | Breathable (+964)Orthotic friendly (+273)Removable insole (+253)Rock plate (+117) |
Materials | Mesh (+859) |
Colorways | Black, Black / Grey, Blue / Orange, Deep Teal, Dusty Olive, Navy Blue, Olive / Black, Orange / Black, Red / Black / Brown, Red / Grey |
Specifications | vs Average | |
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Model | 5 | |
Released | Jun 2021 | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | 249 g | |
Heel to toe drop | ||
Heel | 21 mm | |
Forefoot | 21 mm |