{"id":46110,"date":"2024-05-02T01:30:36","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T05:30:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/?post_type=reviews_road&p=46110"},"modified":"2024-05-02T01:48:37","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T05:48:37","slug":"altra-rivera-4-review","status":"publish","type":"reviews_road","link":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/reviews\/road\/altra-rivera-4-review\/","title":"Altra Rivera 4 Review","author":76,"featured_media":46114,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"brands":[479],"shoes_type":[234,781],"shoes_family":[],"_stcr@_rolfkleinfeld@hotmail.com":null,"review_3_website_name":null,"test_trail":null,"_test_trail":null,"usd":null,"_usd":null,"aud":null,"_aud":null,"cad":null,"_cad":null,"gbp":null,"_gbp":null,"eur":null,"_eur":null,"shoe_brand":null,"_shoe_brand":null,"shoe_name":null,"pros":"3","cons":"1","verdict":"The Altra Rivera 4 is a versatile daily trainer. Built with Altras trademarks (FootShape and 0 mm drop) it provides a natural and comfortable ride from start to finish. ","weight":null,"heel":null,"toe":null,"heeldrop":null,"reccomended_for":null,"rrp":null,"review":null,"keywords":"Altra Rivera 4, Altra running shoes review, best Altra running shoes, Cushioning running shoes,","description":"The Altra Rivera 4 is a versatile daily trainer. Built with Altras trademarks (FootShape and 0 mm drop) it provides a natural and comfortable ride from start to finish. ","professional_image":"45093","_professional_image":"field_5d9574dae3414","usage":["daily_training"],"_usage":"field_5943593f1d1c2","rsg_subtitle":null,"subtitle":null,"_subtitle":null,"introduction":"[caption id=\"attachment_46116\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"960\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIt has been a while since we\u2019ve done a review of the Altra Rivera<\/a>. It seems to have not changed much since it was unveiled. \r\n\r\nIt bridges the gap between the Escalante<\/a> and the Torin<\/a>. I would say it is the middle child of their neutral lineup<\/strong>. Just because it's the middle child doesn\u2019t mean it is overlooked. \r\n\r\nIt has moderate cushioning while the Escalante has a mid amount and the Torin has a maximum amount. The 4th edition has a few noticeable changes. It retails for 130 dollars. \r\n\r\nIt competes with the Brooks Ghost<\/a>, Saucony Ride<\/a> and the Hoka Clifton<\/a> among others. \r\n","introduction_text":null,"conclusions":"The Rivera would be ideal for runners curious to try an Altra trainer<\/strong>. Just because it is a slimmed down faster trainer doesn\u2019t mean it is only meant for race day. I could see it being one of my daily trainers. The Rivera has many strengths which would convert many runners to Altra. \r\n\r\nThe midsole achieves an ideal balance of responsiveness and bounce. The bounce along with the 0 mm drop naturally encourages you to push the pace slightly. \r\n\r\nI was surprised to feel the slimmed down Foot Shape while maintaining its strengths. It hugs the contours of the midfoot and heel while giving you an ample toe box to splay out. The only downside would be the amount of cushioning is less than the other moderate trainers it competes with. \r\n\r\nThe upper has a new mesh which is adaptable and breathable. It gives sock like vibes. The amount of cushioning along with the flared heel collar made the upper comfortable. The heel collar bends out at the sides while wearing these<\/strong>, this affects the fit of the upper slightly. This would be the only drawback of the upper. \r\n\r\nThis was a different Altra I\u2019ve never reviewed before. The Rivera continues the trend of me enjoying Altras. The Rivera is simple yet sleek in design<\/strong>. \r\n\r\nBuilt with the foundation Altra is known for in a tailored package. 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And not willing to try an unorthodox trainer. ","_who_should_not_buy_it_":"field_63132ff0865f5","build_quality":"8","_build_quality":"field_6272ddc1b33de","comfort":"9","_comfort":"field_6272dd6fa6b88","value_price":"9","_value_price":"field_6272de0a5fdf4","third_shoe":"40344","_third_shoe":"field_630bbf8341294","upper_rate":"7","_upper_rate":"field_6272de2a5fdfb","sole_unit_rate":"9","_sole_unit_rate":"field_6272de295fdfa","landing":"9","_landing":"field_6272de285fdf9","transition":"10","_transition":"field_6272de285fdf8","toe_off":"8","_toe_off":"field_6272de275fdf7","traction":"7","_traction":"field_6272de265fdf6","first_impressions":"[caption id=\"attachment_46111\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have read my reviews you know I am a fan of Altra. I was excited when these got delivered. I haven\u2019t reviewed them before. \r\n\r\nUpon opening them for the first time I instantly loved the look of them. The orange pops and the design is sleek. It is an eye-catching shoe which piques people\u2019s interest. \r\n\r\nThey felt responsive and comfortable the first moment on my feet. There was also a strong bounce. They had a slimmer fit than all the other Altras I\u2019ve reviewed, this was a welcome difference. \r\n\r\nThe maiden voyage of the Rivera 4 was a 5k. It was a comfortable ride where I found myself pushing the pace slightly. This was because of the slimmed down and lighter weight on my feet. I was looking forward to more miles in these. \r\n","_first_impressions":"field_6313304ba000e","sole_unit":"[caption id=\"attachment_46118\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"960\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet\u2019s start from the ground up. The outsole is a standard rubber with thicker areas strategically placed in high impact areas. After 50+ miles the rubber has shown some wear. You will find guidelines on the outsole that segments the outline of your feet. This encourages natural flexibility while you run. \r\n\r\nAltraEGO is the material used for the midsole. It leans to the responsive side but has a bounce to it. \r\n\r\nIt wouldn\u2019t be an Altra without the natural FootShape and balanced cushioning, referring to the 0 mm heel to toe drop. \r\n\r\nThe FootShape of the Rivera is slimmer than other offerings. There is still room in the toe box. The 0 mm drop continues the trend of propelling you forward. \r\n\r\nThere is a small adjustment period to this drop. Overall, the midsole is a responsive ride with a bit of bounce<\/strong>. \r\n","_sole_unit":"field_6313305d53bc4","custom_fields":{"model":"Rivera 4","cons":[{"cons_line":"Lack of structure in heel "}],"pros":[{"pro_line":"0 mm drop and FootShape"},{"pro_line":"Balanced Ride"},{"pro_line":"Tailored Fit"}],"vote":"8","weight_oz":"10","heel_mm":"28","toe_mm":"28","purchased_from_name":"Running Warehouse","purchased_from_url":"https:\/\/www.runningwarehouse.com\/Altra_Rivera_4\/descpage-AL4RIM1.html?from=guru","comfort":"9","build_quality":"8","upper_rate":"7","sole_unit_rate":"9","landing":"9","transition":"10","toe_off":"8","traction":"7","durability":"8","value_price":"9","who_is_it_for":"Someone who is looking for a simple yet effective neutral trainer built for anything. \r\n","verdict":"The Altra Rivera 4 is a versatile daily trainer. Built with Altras trademarks (FootShape and 0 mm drop) it provides a natural and comfortable ride from start to finish. ","who_should_buy_it":"

Someone who is looking for a simple yet effective neutral trainer built for anything. <\/p>\n","who_should_not_buy_it_":"

Someone who is looking for a max cushioned trainer. And not willing to try an unorthodox trainer. <\/p>\n","introduction":"

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