Altra Women's Escalante 1.5 Running Shoe, Blue, 8.5 B(M) US

You know how we spend a lot of time, effort, and money searching for the perfect shoe? Well, here she is, folks. :) I've owned several different Altra models, plus a plethora of other brands ranging from minimalist to maximalist. For me, these are perfect! Just the right amount of springiness off the toe. Just the right width (even with bunions taken into account). Just the right fabric for the upper: comfy enough to wear without socks, even! And finally -- just the right color: all black, including the sole! Yes!! I can't stand the ridiculous colors most women's running shoes come in. Thank you, Altra. These shoes mean business! I just bought a second pair as a backup.You know how we spend a lot of time, effort, and money searching for the perfect shoe? Well, here she is, folks. :) I've owned several different Altra models, plus a plethora of other brands ranging from minimalist to maximalist. For me, these are perfect! Just the right amount of springiness off the toe. Just the right width (even with bunions taken into account). Just the right fabric for the upper: comfy enough to wear without socks, even! And finally -- just the right color: all black, including the sole! Yes!! I can't stand the ridiculous colors most women's running shoes come in. Thank you, Altra. These shoes mean business! I just bought a second pair as a backup.