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Altra Torin 7
Topo Phantom 4
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Weight
g ( oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
mm
Plate
Weight
g ( oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
mm
Plate
Our Verdict
Altra Torin 7
Topo Phantom 4
The Altra Torin 7 and Topo Phantom 4 are both daily trainers that share a similarly shaped, wide toe-box, which differentiates them from most other brands. While their footbed geometries are similar, the Altra shoe has zero heel-to-toe drop, whereas the Topo does at least have 5mm. The zero drop of the Altra, combined with its thin cushioning, makes it feel more like a last vestige of the minimalist trend, while the Topo shoe feels more like a classic daily trainer with a roomier forefoot.
Variants
- Torin 7 (Black - (Men - US 9))
- Torin 7 (Black - (Women - US 7))
- Phantom 4 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
- Phantom 4 (Black/White - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
Forefoot Stack Height
Heel-To-Toe Drop
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
Outsole Arch Width
Outsole Forefoot Width
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
Internal Heel Width
Internal Forefoot Width
Wide Sizing Available
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Plate
Performance
Heel Energy Return
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
Heel Cushioning
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
Forefoot Cushioning
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
Heel Firmness
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
Firmness At 1100N
Firmness At 1900N
Forefoot Firmness
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
Firmness At 1300N
Firmness At 2050N
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
Energy Absorbed At 20km
Energy Absorbed At 30km
Energy Absorbed At 40km
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Altra Torin 7
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