Altra Vanish Carbon 2 - Zero Drop Carbon-Plated Racing with 36mm Stack

The Altra Vanish Carbon 2 features a full-length carbon fibre plate with lighter midsole foam and improved flexibility. Built for speed workouts and obliterating personal records on race day, this redesigned racer combines increased stack height, responsive cushioning, and natural toe box freedom.

Altra EGO PRO™ Foam 32% Lighter

The midsole uses Altra EGO PRO™ foam that's 32% lighter in weight compared to previous versions. Stack height increased from 33mm to 36mm, providing more cushioning whilst maintaining responsive feel. This updated foam is more pliable, delivering added cushion and response for sustained speed efforts. The lighter construction reduces fatigue during racing distances.

Redesigned Carbon Fibre Plate with 75% Flexibility Improvement

An updated full-length carbon fibre plate delivers 14% increase in asymmetry, allowing more natural stride mechanics. Additional flex grooves in the outsole provide 75% improved flexibility compared to the original version. This combination maintains carbon plate propulsion whilst accommodating natural foot movement through the gait cycle.

FootShape Toe Box with Zero Drop

Roomy toe box with slim FootShape fit provides space for toes to move freely whilst maintaining snug midfoot lockdown. Zero drop platform positions heel and forefoot at the same distance from the ground—allowing natural running mechanics without elevated heel. Lightweight, breathable mesh upper keeps feet cool during hard efforts.

Key Features:

- Full-length carbon fibre plate

- 36mm stack height (increased from 33mm)

- Altra EGO PRO™ midsole foam (32% lighter)

- 14% increase in plate asymmetry

- 75% improved flexibility

- Additional flex grooves in outsole

- Zero drop (0mm)

- FootShape toe box (slim fit)

- Snug midfoot

- Lightweight breathable mesh upper

- Rubber outsole

Best For:

- Race day (5K to marathon)

- Speed workouts

- Tempo runs

- Track sessions

- Personal record attempts

- Runners preferring zero drop

- Natural running mechanics

Is the Vanish Carbon 2 Right for You?

Built for runners wanting carbon-plated racing performance with zero drop geometry and natural toe box space. The 36mm stack with 32% lighter Altra EGO PRO™ foam provides substantial cushioning for racing distances whilst the redesigned carbon plate maintains propulsion through improved flexibility. The 75% flexibility improvement addresses the stiffness common in carbon-plated shoes—essential if you value natural foot movement during racing. Zero drop with FootShape toe box works for runners committed to natural mechanics who want carbon plate performance without compromising toe splay or heel elevation. The slim FootShape fit provides room in the toe box whilst maintaining midfoot security. If you race zero drop but want the speed advantage of carbon plating with improved flexibility, this delivers both without forcing you into traditional elevated-heel racing geometry.