Altra FWD VIA 2 Running Shoes - Softest and Most Responsive FWD VIA Yet

The Altra FWD VIA 2 is the softest and most responsive FWD VIA yet. An all-new Altra EGO™ P35 midsole is 19% softer and 15% more responsive than the original FWD VIA, delivering a light and efficient ride across daily miles and epic training runs. Updated engineered mesh upper increases breathability, whilst a redesigned plush tongue delivers a soft, comfortable first step-in. With a 4mm drop and rocker shape geometry, this shoe offers smooth, efficient, and natural toe-off with every stride.

Altra EGO™ P35 Midsole — 19% Softer, 15% More Responsive

The all-new Altra EGO™ P35 midsole represents a meaningful upgrade from the original FWD VIA — 19% softer underfoot and 15% more responsive, creating a light and efficient ride that doesn't feel sluggish despite the generous cushioning. This combination of softness and responsiveness suits daily training miles and longer efforts where sustained comfort matters without sacrificing the lively feel needed when picking up the pace.

Rocker Shape Geometry with 4mm Drop

Rocker shape geometry combined with a 4mm drop delivers smooth, efficient, and natural toe-off throughout every stride. This geometry encourages forward motion whilst the low drop positions the foot in a natural position with a stable, confident foundation — suitable for road running and walking across varied training demands.

Engineered Mesh Upper with Plush Tongue

Engineered mesh upper increases breathability for comfortable wear across sustained efforts. The updated plush tongue delivers a soft feel from the first step-in, making the shoe comfortable to wear across daily training volume. Altra's Original FootShape™ Fit provides the roomiest toe box for natural movement, allowing toes to spread out naturally through the midfoot for comfort, balance, and strength.

Key Features:

- Altra EGO™ P35 midsole

- 19% softer than original FWD VIA

- 15% more responsive than original FWD VIA

- Light and efficient ride

- 4mm drop with rocker shape geometry

- Smooth efficient natural toe-off

- Engineered mesh upper for breathability

- Updated plush tongue

- Altra Original FootShape™ Fit

- Roomiest toe box for natural movement

- Rubber outsole

- Suitable for road running and walking

Best For:

- Daily road running

- Walking

- Easy to moderate pace training

- Long training runs

- Runners wanting natural foot positioning

- High comfort preference

- Versatile everyday use

Is the FWD VIA 2 Right for You?

Built for runners wanting the softest, most responsive FWD VIA yet for daily training and longer efforts. The 19% softer and 15% more responsive EGO™ P35 midsole makes a tangible difference over the original — creating cushioning that genuinely feels light and lively rather than just soft. Rocker geometry with 4mm drop delivers smooth toe-off for runners transitioning to lower drop footwear or wanting efficient natural movement without full zero drop. Altra's roomiest toe box allows toes to spread freely across extended efforts where foot swell becomes a factor. The plush tongue and breathable mesh upper keep things comfortable from the first step through to the last kilometre. If you want a comfortable, breathable daily trainer with natural foot positioning, meaningful cushioning upgrades over the previous version, and a roomy toe box that never squishes toes, the FWD VIA 2 covers all of that comfortably.