Altra Escalante Racer 2 Men's Running Shoes

Altra Escalante Racer 2 – Men

Faster. More direct. Sharper. The Escalante Racer 2 takes Altra’s signature simplicity and iconic FootShape fit in an even lighter, more responsive package. Built for road running, speed sessions, and race day, it has everything you need to chase PRs and attack every segment all-out.

The updated engineered knit upper delivers targeted breathability and a performance-oriented, comfortable lockdown. Underfoot, the Altra EGO™ midsole foam provides a firm, lively feel with a direct connection to the ground for quick, efficient transitions.

With a low 22 mm stack height, a 0mm drop, and the roomy FootShape™ Original toe box, the Racer 2 promotes natural movement and smooth turnover at higher cadence.

Key Features

• Best for: road, speedwork, racing
• Cushioning: low (Low Cushion)
• Stack height: 22 mm
• Heel-to-toe drop: 0 mm
• Weight: 249 g (8.8 oz)
• Support: neutral
• Upper: breathable engineered knit
• Midsole: Altra EGO™
• Outsole: rubber with FootPod™ technology for natural movement
• Flexibility: InnerFlex™ grooves for added pliability

Why choose the Escalante Racer 2?

If you want a direct, lightweight, performance-driven shoe for fast workouts and road racing, the Escalante Racer 2 delivers a close-to-the-ground feel, excellent responsiveness, and Altra’s signature freedom of movement.

Certified by the APMA (American Podiatric Medical Association), it helps promote healthy feet while maximizing your performance.