Best shoes designed for road running and trail running

Altra Paradigm 5 W
Description
The comfort you want with some added support. The Paradigm 5 has a lot to offer in a lighter package. Altra EGO™ midsole, max cushion, added comfort and of course, super support. It’s lighter, it’s faster, and its innovative features are there when you need them. The medial GuideRail™ and the StabiliPods™ support your step and encourage correct and comfortable running. If you want more support, more comfort, and more likes with less weight, the Paradigm 5 is ready to go.
Features
- Last type: FS3 - what is "Last"
- Weight: 9.2 oz / 261 g
- Insole: 5 mm Sculpted Footbed
- Midsole: Altra EGO™
- Outsole: FootPod™ Technology
- Cushion: Max
- Stack Height: 30 mm
- Upper: Engineered Mesh
Benefits
BALANCED CUSHIONING™ PLATFORM
Places your feel and forefoot the same distance from the ground to encourage proper, low-impact form throughout your trail run.
GUIDERAIL™
A feature found on our dynamic support shoes that acts like highway guide rail to provide guidance only when you need it
STABILIPOD™
Acts as a stabilizing tripod by enhancing the three natural stability zones in your foot to help prevent excessive foot collapse or pronation.
ALTRA EGO™
Dual-Nature midsole compound with a responsive, yet soft feel for increased energy return.