- Which is better for a first zero-drop shoe?
- The Altra Torin 8. Buyers call it a smooth transition for a first zero-drop shoe, and the FootShape toe box helps. If you have never run in zero drop, build mileage slowly.
- Which is better for long runs?
- The Saucony Ride 19. Its 8 mm drop and bouncy PWRRUN+ foam suit long training days, though a few buyers find it too bouncy late in a run. The Torin 8 draws complaints of blisters on long runs.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Ride 19 has the edge on durability. Buyers say it outlasts other daily trainers at its price, and it has increased rubber coverage in high-wear areas. The Torin 8's main wear complaint is heel friction, not outsole wear.
- Is the Torin 8 worth the extra $10?
- Only if you want zero drop or a wider toe box. At $103.97 versus $94.00 as of November 5, 2026, the Ride 19 is cheaper and has the bouncier ride. The Torin 8's price history has stayed tighter, from $63.98 to $79.97 since November 1.
- Which is better for walking?
- The Altra Torin 8 lists walking as a use case and buyers call it very comfortable. The Ride 19 is built for running but works for all-day wear. Some Torin 8 buyers report foot pain after part-day wear.
- Do both come in wide sizes?
- The Torin 8 lists wide and regular widths, though one color is reported as not offered in wide. The Ride 19 listing shows standard width only.
