Altra / FWD VIA

FWD VIA 2

Max Cushion2025-10-18 · JP · Release dateChecked 2026-10-05

FWD VIA 2 is Altra's max-cushion road option for daily mileage, long runs, and walking. Its Altra EGO P35 midsole is 19% softer and 15% more responsive than the previous FWD VIA, while a 4 mm drop and rocker geometry smooth the transition. Original FootShape Fit leaves room through the toes and midfoot; an updated engineered-mesh upper and plush tongue add breathability and step-in comfort.

Key specifications

Weight

300.5 g

All models average 268.9 gDifference from average +31.6 g

Average of 973 models

Drop

4 mm

All models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −2.8 mm

Average of 986 models

Stack (heel)

37 mm

All models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +2.7 mm

Average of 810 models

MSRP

$165.00 USD · US · Tax excluded

All models average $165.57Difference from average −0.57 USD

Average of 680 models

This modelAll models average

Stack (forefoot): 33 mm
Carbon plate: No
Midsole: Altra EGO P35
Outsole: rubber
Use cases: Daily / Walking / Long Run

Weight notes Weight is for one men’s shoe at US 10.5 / 28.5 cm.

IN CONTEXT

Specs in context

Weight × stack788 models shown

Altra FWD VIA 2300.5 g / 37 mm

Weight distribution973 models

95 g385 g

This model 300.5 gAll models average 268.9 gDifference from average +31.6 g

Drop distribution986 models

0 mm12 mm

This model 4 mmAll models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −2.8 mm

Stack distribution810 models

5 mm60 mm

This model 37 mmAll models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +2.7 mm

MSRP distribution · USD · US · Tax excluded680 models

$50.00$500.00

This model $165.00All models average $165.57Difference from average −$0.57

Unknown values are excluded. Shoe sizes and measurement conditions vary, so use these averages and distributions as a guide when comparing specifications.

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