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product_id: 682941029
title: "ALTRA Escalante Racer 2 Men's Running Shoes - SS25"
brand: "altra"
price: "$418.71"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/682941029-altra-escalante-racer-2-mens-running-shoes-ss25
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# 22mm low stack height engineered knit upper 8.8 oz ultralight weight ALTRA Escalante Racer 2 Men's Running Shoes - SS25

**Brand:** altra
**Price:** $418.71
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏃‍♂️ Elevate your run with every stride — faster, lighter, unstoppable.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ALTRA Escalante Racer 2 Men's Running Shoes - SS25 by altra
- **How much does it cost?** $418.71 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/682941029-altra-escalante-racer-2-mens-running-shoes-ss25)

## Best For

- altra enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted altra brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Breathable Knit Upper:** Seamless engineered mesh ensures your feet stay cool and dry during intense workouts.
- • **Low 22mm Stack Height:** Optimized for quick turnover and a connected running experience that leaves competitors behind.
- • **Race-Ready Lightweight:** At just 8.8 oz, these shoes keep you swift and agile for every sprint and long run.
- • **Natural Motion Engineered:** Zero drop and a roomy FootShape toe box promote natural foot positioning and enhanced comfort.
- • **Responsive Altra EGO Midsole:** Experience a perfect balance of cushioning and ground feel for explosive speed and control.

## Overview

The ALTRA Escalante Racer 2 is a cutting-edge men's running shoe designed for speed and natural movement. Weighing only 8.8 oz with a low 22mm stack height and zero drop, it features a breathable engineered knit upper and Altra EGO midsole foam for responsive cushioning. Perfect for fast training, road runs, and breaking personal records, it combines lightweight agility with a roomy toe box for all-day comfort.

## Description

It’s the simplicity and FootShape fit of the Escalante but even faster. We made it leaner, meaner, lighter, and more responsive. Whether it’s starting lines, speed workouts, or fast training runs, this road shoe is all of the fast you need to bust through some PRs and win some segments. It’s got an updated engineered knit upper for a comfortable and breathable fit. It’s got Altra EGO™ midsole foam for responsiveness and direct connection to the ground, with a touch of firmness. We kept a lot of the great features of the classic Racer, including the low 22mm stack height for quick turnover and a roomy toe box and zero drop for natural movement. The Escalante Racer 2 is one of the most direct, no-BS shoes we’ve ever crafted.

Review: Comfortable for long road runs - Comfortable and lightweight, and they have good ventilation and dry quickly. They are zero drop and have a wide toe box. I'm transitioning to barefoot shoes and these are ideal for longer road runs. I've done a half marathon in them with no issues. Can't say how long they'll last but I've done 45 miles so far and can't see any wear yet. There was a good review on runrepeat and I couldn't find the normal Escalante in my size, so got these instead, and I think they might be better.
Review: Good - So far so good, the mesh keeps your feet fresh but if think of using them in rain you will end up with wet feet. Otherwise, enough room in toe box

## Features

- Weight: 8.8 oz / 249 g
- Midsole: Altra EGO
- Outsole: Rubber
- Cushion: Low
- Stack Height: 22 mm

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CP8HVBNR |
| Best Sellers Rank | 237,989 in Fashion ( See Top 100 in Fashion ) 3,893 in Men's Fashion Trainers |
| Brand | ALTRA |
| Care instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Closure Type | Lace-Up |
| Colour | Black |
| Cushioning Level | Low |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 153 Reviews |
| Fit to Size Sentiment | neutral |
| Has Shoe Adjustability | No |
| Heel Type | Vietnam |
| Insole Cushioning | EGO Foam |
| Insole Material | Rubber |
| Item Type Name | Escalante Racer 2 |
| Item Weight | 454 g |
| Lace Closure | Lace-Up |
| Lace Ends | Aglets (plastic or metal) |
| Manufacturer | ALTRA |
| Manufacturer part number | AL0A85NG |
| Model Name | Escalante Racer 2 |
| Model number | AL0A85NG |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Occasion Lifestyle | Comfort |
| Occasion Type | Running |
| Outer Material Type | Synthetic |
| Outer material | Synthetic |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Platform Height | 22 Millimetres |
| Season | Multiple Seasons |
| Shaft height | Ankle |
| Shoe Height Map | Block Heel |
| Shoe Type | Athletic Shoe |
| Sole Material | Rubber |
| Sole material | Rubber |
| Special Feature | Breathable, Flexible |
| Specific Uses For Product | Sports |
| Sport Type | Running |
| Stitching Style | seamless knit construction |
| Strap Type | laces |
| Style Name | Runner |
| Subject Character | Not Water Resistant |
| Theme | Running, Fitness, Modern |
| Toe Style | Closed Toe |
| UPC | 197065334413 |
| Unit Count | 1 count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| lining-description | Natural Rubber |
| material-type | Rubber |

## Images

![ALTRA Escalante Racer 2 Men's Running Shoes - SS25 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71r16RjCE1L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Comfortable for long road runs
*by A***E on 1 March 2025*

Comfortable and lightweight, and they have good ventilation and dry quickly. They are zero drop and have a wide toe box. I'm transitioning to barefoot shoes and these are ideal for longer road runs. I've done a half marathon in them with no issues. Can't say how long they'll last but I've done 45 miles so far and can't see any wear yet. There was a good review on runrepeat and I couldn't find the normal Escalante in my size, so got these instead, and I think they might be better.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
*by M***M on 11 June 2025*

So far so good, the mesh keeps your feet fresh but if think of using them in rain you will end up with wet feet. Otherwise, enough room in toe box

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good but expensive
*by J***N on 21 August 2025*

Good but expensive really, without a real reason why!

## Frequently Bought Together

- ALTRA Men's Escalante Racer 2 Road Running Shoe
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*Last updated: 2026-07-06*