Win Winter Running (With the Right Shoes)
Win Winter Running (With the Right Shoes)
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Win Winter Running (With the Right Shoes)

Altra Running •

Winter running, hiking, and walking can really suck sometimes. It’s hard to find motivation to get out there when it’s cold, wet, or snowy. Let’s kill the “I don’t have the right shoes” excuse right now. Match your winter running conditions to the Altra shoes made to tackle ‘em and you can Stay Out There™ comfortably all season long. 

 

Shoes For

Muddy/Slippery/Icy Conditions

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Men's Timp 5 GTX
Trail Running Hiking Waterproof

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Women's Olympus 6
Trail Running All-day Trail Running


Shoes For

Wet/Deep Snow/Cold Conditions

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Men's Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX
Hiking Thru Hiking

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Women's Olympus 6 Hike Mid GTX
Hiking Thru Hiking


Shoes For

Packed Snow/Frozen Ground/Dry Ground Conditions

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Women's Lone Peak 9
Trail Running Hiking Thru Hiking

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Men's Escalante 4 SW
Road Running Speedwork Walking


Shoes For

Hiking/Wet Terrain/Snowy Terrain Conditions

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Men's Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Low
Hiking Thru Hiking Lifestyle

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Women's Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid
Hiking Thru Hiking Lifestyle

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