Run Moore calls the Torin 8 a meaningful step forward and the closest Altra has come to the beloved older Torins, with a better upper, straighter last, more secure heel, and held-the-line $150 price. — Run Moore
FORDY calls the Torin 8 a winner that continues the Torin 7 DNA with a softer EGO Max midsole, breathable jacquard upper, and a wider, slightly longer fit; he keeps it in rotation for easy 3-4 mile runs and treadmill sessions but won't take it past about five miles because zero-drop taxes his calves.
Best for: Zero-drop fans who want a softer EGO Max ride for short-to-medium easy and treadmill runs, or as a rotation outlier from max-stack/super-foam daily trainers.
Run Moore calls the Torin 8 a meaningful step forward and the closest Altra has come to the beloved older Torins, with a better upper, straighter last, more secure heel, and held-the-line $150 price.
Best for: Zero-drop loyalists who want a plush mid-cushion neutral daily trainer for longer easy miles or walking; runners with wide feet or bunion issues; people who liked the older Torin 4-era ride and have been waiting for Altra to get back to it.
Reviewers note: Runs slightly longer and wider than Torin 7; reviewer (usually rounds up to 11.5) felt he could size down to 11. Last is straighter (less 'banana') than previous Torins. Wide enough to eliminate bunion pain without sizing up. More secure heel lockdown despite the longer fit, with a more defined, slightly wider, better-cushioned heel collar. More padded tongue. Available in wide.
Per Run Moore.
The Altra Torin 8 weighs about 269g (men's 9), has a 30.0mm heel stack and a 0.0mm heel-toe drop.
Reviewers compare the Altra Torin 8 to Altra Torin 7, Altra Torin 5, Altra Torin 4, Altra Paradigm.
Per Run Moore, FORDY RUNS.
Next Pair aggregates 2 expert reviews of the Altra Torin 8, including Run Moore, FORDY RUNS.
Per Run Moore, FORDY RUNS.
Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.
