Win a Pair of Altra Running Shoes!
Fall is here. And the weather is perfect for getting out for a run.
Whether you’re new to running, in the middle of training for a race or a seasoned marathon runner, there are big reasons to perk up when you hear about Altra.
Perhaps the term zero-drop is new to you, but the idea of proper form has been spreading with books like Born to Run or the latest craze of barefoot running. Altra’s zero-drop shoe design means no raised heel which allows for correct fore-foot form while still offering the protection of footwear.
Take a look at their brilliant design.
As a minimalist/barefoot runner myself, I can see obvious improvements in their designs compared to contemporary companies. Besides the non-raised heel, my favorite feature is the large toe box.
Want to buy a pair?
They are for sale at Fitness Road Wellness in Tempe.
Fitness Road Wellness 209 E. Baseline Rd #E-108, Tempe, AZ 85283 480.907.5606 www.fitnessroad.comWant to win a pair?
Just leave a comment below. Be sure to include your name and email address (email will not be shown publicly). If you are the winner we will use your email address to contact you.
You can say anything in the comments such as, “I love barefoot running” or “I hate barefoot running.” You can even just post the word “turkey.” The comment can be anything you want.
You have three days to enter the contest. The winner will be announced Friday, October 21.
It’s that easy! Tell your friends, running club, wife, husband, colleagues and even grandparents to head over to Phoenix.org and enter to win. Anyone can enter by posting a comment. If you are under the age of 18 then the prize will be given to your guardian (sorry, it’s the law). If you are over the age of 110, then the shoes will be given to you. Afterall, we were born to run; age doesn’t apply.
Little Technicalities:
Only one comment per email address. If we see that one email address has posted multiple comments, then he/she will be automatically disqualified.
And, don’t worry. Phoenix.org will never give your email to anyone else.
On your mark! Get Set! Enter to win!
October 17, 2011
111 Comments
I want a pair!
Comment by Sam on October 17, 2011 at 9:02 pm
I love to run
Comment by Kim Miller on October 17, 2011 at 9:26 pm
Cool design. I can’t wait to try on a pair!
Comment by Richard Dominguez on October 17, 2011 at 9:34 pm
I love these shoes. That foot shaped design really makes all the difference to me. Go Altra!
Comment by Seth on October 17, 2011 at 9:46 pm
Looks awesome. Would love to have these.
Comment by Suzanne Gonda on October 17, 2011 at 9:57 pm
I just re-started my fitness schedule after having a baby. I really would love these shoes.
Comment by Megan Blackburn on October 17, 2011 at 10:24 pm
My feet want to win these shoes!
Comment by Deborah Laing on October 17, 2011 at 10:25 pm
How interesting! I wouln’t mind trying out the shoe.
Comment by Susan Amezquita on October 17, 2011 at 10:25 pm
Sign me up for a pair, please.
Comment by Jason on October 17, 2011 at 10:27 pm
If it’s free it’s for me!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by David Chavis on October 17, 2011 at 10:28 pm
I would love a pair of these cool shoes! Thanks in advance!
Comment by Mary Blanche on October 17, 2011 at 10:31 pm
I would love to win a pair of these!!
Comment by Amy :) on October 17, 2011 at 10:34 pm
turkey
Comment by Mel on October 17, 2011 at 10:44 pm
I need to run in these!
Comment by Meg on October 17, 2011 at 10:46 pm
My feet feel better already just by looking at them!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by Caryn on October 17, 2011 at 10:53 pm
These look perfect for my problem feet!
Comment by Michael on October 17, 2011 at 10:54 pm
time to get off the couch….
Comment by John on October 17, 2011 at 11:03 pm
I would love to rock these on the streets of Phoenix!
Comment by jeff on October 17, 2011 at 11:27 pm
Sounds interesting in theory, would love the opportunity to find out in reality if there’s a difference!
Comment by Stan Robinson on October 17, 2011 at 11:31 pm
I would love to put foot to pavement in these!
Comment by Jason on October 17, 2011 at 11:32 pm
Chose me! Chose me!
Comment by Merit on October 17, 2011 at 11:37 pm
My fingers are crossed!
Comment by wendy turner on October 17, 2011 at 11:40 pm
Ouch, my bad back is aching for a chance to try on this new shoe concept!
Comment by Kala on October 17, 2011 at 11:53 pm
These sound great!
Comment by Mike on October 18, 2011 at 12:46 am
Running makes me happy! Can these beat my trusty K-swiss shoes? Would love to try them!
Comment by Helena on October 18, 2011 at 1:07 am
Me, me, me!!!@@
Comment by G Hamilton on October 18, 2011 at 1:19 am
I want to win !!
Comment by Tina M on October 18, 2011 at 2:07 am
Those look great!
Comment by Nenetta on October 18, 2011 at 2:24 am
I’ll love to get them. I walk every day. Thanks.
Comment by Luz on October 18, 2011 at 4:00 am
I would love for the chance to win a pair of running shoes. I ran for most of my young life but stopped when I entered the world of menopause. This might be the catalyst that gets me back on my feet again. Thanks.
Comment by Cynthia Y. on October 18, 2011 at 4:19 am
I’d be happy post this and have a chance at the shoes!!!
Comment by Eric Selvig on October 18, 2011 at 12:24 pm
I’d love to be the winner!
Comment by lorena stallings on October 18, 2011 at 12:27 pm
I want these shoes more than the previous posts and I will rate them/market them in my runner’s Facebook page. Promise.
Comment by Jim on October 18, 2011 at 6:43 pm
I’m 45 years old, a lifetime runner. I’ve worn traditional high-drop “running shoes” since 1980, Nike Daybreak being the first of many. These replaced my flat Converse All Stars that in 1979 allowed me to set the still standing junior high record in the 1/2 mile. With Olympic-size aspirations, I believed “running shoes” were necessary for me to progress. In hindsight I went from spectacular to ordinary to injured for most of the past 31 years. I never thought the injuries were caused by the “running shoes”. In August of this year I was encouraged by a chiropractor to read “Born to Run”. I ditched my Nikes and started training with $12 Body Glove (zero-drop) water shoes. Over the past two months I’ve been painfully transitioning (with a lot of ice but no injuries!!!!) off my heals to forefoot running. I am one of many who have had there dreams destroyed by what is now the money making machine of high-drop running shoe companies. I’m ready for zero-drop full time! HELP ALTRA!!
Comment by Tim on October 18, 2011 at 6:52 pm
Hook me up!! I could use something with a top once it starts raining.
Comment by Corey on October 18, 2011 at 10:16 pm
Tim, I hear you! I too am a runner. I started running barefoot/minimalist a year and a half ago. As Marketing Director of Phoenix.org I wanted to spread the word about great companies like Altra. I am glad so many have responded. Wish we had more shoes to give away!
Comment by Phoenix.org on October 18, 2011 at 11:34 pm
These look awesome, sure would love to try them out!! 3tiff3@gmail.com
Comment by Tiffiny Duke on October 19, 2011 at 5:26 pm
cool shoes!!!
Comment by carrie on October 20, 2011 at 12:48 am
Do you think they will help wiht my planters fasciitis? I would love to try then out and see!!!
Comment by Angela on October 20, 2011 at 6:50 pm
gobble gobble
Comment by Tom on October 20, 2011 at 11:10 pm
Hook a brotha up!
Comment by Aaron on October 20, 2011 at 11:11 pm
Sounds great!
Comment by Sarah on October 20, 2011 at 11:12 pm
turkey
Comment by Josh on October 20, 2011 at 11:13 pm
I want to win these shoes!
Comment by Vanessa Peterman on October 20, 2011 at 11:17 pm
I love barefoot running, I want a pair!
Comment by Franck on October 20, 2011 at 11:18 pm
Altra shoes changed my life! Love, love, love them!!
Comment by Ashley on October 20, 2011 at 11:19 pm
Heard this quote today, “do the Maasai warriors of Kenya worry about running mechanics? I dont know, thats all I have to say.” hah!
Comment by Nicholas on October 20, 2011 at 11:20 pm
Lovin my Adams, could use some instincts
Comment by Tregen on October 20, 2011 at 11:21 pm
I’ve been wanting a pair of these for a while!
Comment by Kevin on October 20, 2011 at 11:22 pm
Altraaaa
Comment by Cook on October 20, 2011 at 11:22 pm
I would run in a new pair of Altras.
Comment by Scott on October 20, 2011 at 11:22 pm
Yeah shoes!
Comment by Sabrina on October 20, 2011 at 11:23 pm
yes please
Comment by Jared on October 20, 2011 at 11:34 pm
I want a pair. Tried them in CHI
Comment by adam on October 20, 2011 at 11:37 pm
Ive wanted a pair of Altra since trying on a pair at the Boston Marathon Expo in April of this year!
Comment by Douglas Welch on October 20, 2011 at 11:39 pm
Zero drop is the only way I run!
Comment by Jesse on October 20, 2011 at 11:39 pm
Tried on Altra Intuitions at a marathon expo in the Twin Cities, they rock!
Comment by Anne H. on October 20, 2011 at 11:47 pm
I want to win instincts please.
Comment by Warren Realrider on October 20, 2011 at 11:53 pm
I’ve had Vibrams for almost a year and don’t care for them anymore…
Comment by Mary B on October 20, 2011 at 11:54 pm
I went from commercial, injury inducing running shoes that, as it turns out have been the source of ALL of my injuries, to Newtons. That was the begining of my injury free running life. I have transitioned from Newtons to Be Real barefoot running shoes and I could not be happier! As the result of this transitioning and style adjustments I have been 100% injury free for the last year! I’ve always wanted the Altras and the coming winter might be the perfect time!
Comment by Jimmy Reed on October 20, 2011 at 11:58 pm
What a great idea! You guys rock!
Comment by Mark lique on October 21, 2011 at 12:01 am
I would love some Lone Peaks for my next ultra. Thanks for the chance!
Comment by Chris M on October 21, 2011 at 12:04 am
I want to win a pair! I’ve been dying to run in them!
Comment by Mark Parisen on October 21, 2011 at 12:04 am
Turkey
Comment by Randy Ehrhard on October 21, 2011 at 12:07 am
Love Altra shoes!
Comment by Theo schultz on October 21, 2011 at 12:08 am
These shoes are awesome! I want a pair!
Comment by Jeff H on October 21, 2011 at 12:14 am
Love my altras!
Comment by kriss berry on October 21, 2011 at 12:18 am
I feel like Charlie Bucket. Hopefully I’m as fortunate.
Comment by Charles Jensen on October 21, 2011 at 12:20 am
Finally shoes shaped like my foot! I NEED these!
Comment by Jessica Forsyth on October 21, 2011 at 12:20 am
I love minimalist shoes, and Altra makes some of the best! (turkey, for good measure)
Comment by Chris Van Dyke on October 21, 2011 at 12:22 am
These are my favorite shoes; I love them!!!!!!!!
Comment by Amy H. on October 21, 2011 at 12:23 am
Awesome shoes
Comment by EF on October 21, 2011 at 12:26 am
Cool Shoes!!
Comment by Laura on October 21, 2011 at 12:26 am
On my bucket list: Run on the moon and watch and earthrise.
Comment by Jamie G. on October 21, 2011 at 12:29 am
These are the best shoes out there. Period. I am on my 4th pair and they last 500-800 miles. Sometimes more! These will fit so well to your foot, you won’t be able to stand
any other shoe.
Comment by Matthew Klein on October 21, 2011 at 12:32 am
WooHoo! Gotta get me some o’ these bad boys
Comment by justin on October 21, 2011 at 12:36 am
I love Altras!
Comment by Bill McMahon on October 21, 2011 at 12:51 am
I would love to try the zero drop shoes!
Comment by Todd Brewer on October 21, 2011 at 12:52 am
These shoes changed my life. I am now a running nut and have lost 70 pounds. I will never run in any other shoe and I tell every runner I know about them!!!! I’d love another pair or one for my hubby!
Comment by Amanda Bajgier on October 21, 2011 at 1:08 am
I’ve never been a runner, but have wanted to try it out. I’m guessing the right shoes would make a lot of difference. Would love to win a pair and see!
Comment by Maggie on October 21, 2011 at 1:11 am
I want
Comment by Aaron on October 21, 2011 at 1:21 am
I’d love a free pair of Altra’s!
Comment by Jadon Ross on October 21, 2011 at 1:32 am
I so want to run in the Altra Adam!!
Comment by stu barfoot on October 21, 2011 at 1:36 am
I would love to win a pair!
Comment by Derek on October 21, 2011 at 1:44 am
Lace me up!
Comment by Karen Fauley on October 21, 2011 at 1:45 am
I currently run in a pair of intuitions and would love another pair!
Comment by Kelly Lawton on October 21, 2011 at 1:45 am
What a great giveaway!
Comment by Thad Sweet on October 21, 2011 at 1:47 am
My toes would appreciate a pair of altras.
Comment by Scotty Massey on October 21, 2011 at 1:52 am
I would love to try the Altras, especially if they’re free
Comment by Jeannie on October 21, 2011 at 2:00 am
I am a barefoot runner and would love a pair of Altra Eve’s!
Comment by BarefootJenn on October 21, 2011 at 2:05 am
Pick me!
Comment by Ted Beveridge on October 21, 2011 at 2:05 am
I have been promoting Altra for over a year! Yet I still don’t own a pair. Why is that? I am waiting to win some.
Comment by Kyle on October 21, 2011 at 2:07 am
I bought my first and only pair(to date) in August….I am a beginner runner (42) and ran my first races in Asics….My knees and low back would always ache during and after runs…..now, i run in my Altra Adams and occasionally barefoot as I am working to up my distance….my plan is for next summer to run the Dam 2 Dam, Bix 7, and Des Moines 1/2 all barefoot! I love my Altras and recommend them to everyone I know, even patients! I would LOVE a new pair as I also wear them at night walking on concrete for 4 hours…
Thanks!!
Comment by Dr. Oz on October 21, 2011 at 2:23 am
I love barefoot running soooooo much!
Comment by Chris Kraemer on October 21, 2011 at 2:46 am
Sweet shoes!
Comment by Scott Blomquist on October 21, 2011 at 3:00 am
I like Altra’s concept of keeping the barefoot running, zero-drop, but I’m a little concerned with the separation of my foot from the ground. The potential loss of tactile feedback to my feet versus the protection that they are offered. Hopefully I win a pair so I can try them out.
Comment by Charles on October 21, 2011 at 3:03 am
These shoes are great. I’m on my second pair but could use a third! Looking forward to the release of the Lone Peaks.
Comment by Don Ireland on October 21, 2011 at 3:27 am
Would love a pair. I’ve been looking a getting some anyway.
Comment by Lloyd on October 21, 2011 at 3:48 am
gimme a pair! i’m in!
Comment by cody r. on October 21, 2011 at 3:51 am
Make my feet happy!
Comment by Anna on October 21, 2011 at 3:51 am
Greats shoes! Please let me have a pair!!
Comment by Reece Ingram on October 21, 2011 at 6:52 am
I love them
Comment by Audrey Ross on October 21, 2011 at 6:54 am
I love Altras, even when they’re not free!
Comment by Suzanne Dubnicka on October 21, 2011 at 9:30 am
I bought a pair at the Chicago Marathon expo and love them so far. The Intuitions. I would like to get a pair of the Lone Peaks next!
Comment by Dan Sturgell on October 21, 2011 at 11:27 am
Pick me!!!! I’ve wanted a pair of Altras since I first read about them!
Comment by Steve Nichols on October 21, 2011 at 11:29 am
My pinkietoes would love these!
Comment by Simon Kvick on October 21, 2011 at 1:19 pm
I already have one pair. Great shoes, love the wide toe box!
Comment by Rob Savarese on October 21, 2011 at 1:22 pm
Great shoes!
Comment by mick on October 21, 2011 at 2:51 pm
I want a free pair, too!
Comment by Garrett Schwanke on October 21, 2011 at 3:11 pm
I want new shoes.
Comment by Derek on October 21, 2011 at 5:04 pm
Phoenix.org has chosen a winner using Random.org. The winner is…Wendy Turner!
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Comment by Phoenix.org on October 21, 2011 at 5:55 pm