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thomc

thomc

Gender

Male

Height

6' 2"

Weight

195 lbs

Shoe Size

US 12.00

Foot Strike

Heel

Mileage

1 - 10 miles / week

Website

www.blogspot.thomsgear.com

My Running

very lightweight application of uphill athlete's program adapted for flatland brooklyn with occasional elevation outside the city.

My Gear

HOKA ONE ONE Challenger ATR 5 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's 12
La Sportiva Wildcat Trail Running Shoe - Men's 12

Patagonia 9 trails pack

Recent Posts

5/14/2026
 
I’m on my second pair and these are great if you dig the Altra fit in a higher stack. Same comments around lateral stability as the Carbons reviewed elsewhere on the site, but better stability due to the less slippery upper fabric. Still using first pair with near 400 miles and really like the shoe’s blend of lightness and supportive for my larger frame and flat low volume feet. Stock liners used.
I use these for my rare races or race-condition training. They have mostly been used for half marathon distances. They have also been used at a distinctly amateur pace, since I started racing at about 60. I did not pay full fare but have really found them to be perfect for my use. I do feel that the roomy Altra forefoot fit is a bit laterally prone to shifting but much prefer the fit generally to my older shoes (Hoka and LaSportiva mostly), except where sidehilling a lot. In general I like the Altra fit and...
10/18/2025
 
Can someone break down the differences in the different Norda models? Thanks!
10/10/2025
 
I’m a 12 in Altra and others, should I hit that or go to a 13? Thanks!
5/11/2022
 
Is the Dynafit a 9.5 or 12?



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