Altra Fwd Via 2 vs Altra Fwd Via 2 Women's

Altra Fwd Via 2 vs Altra Fwd Via 2 Women's, side by side on equal terms. Differences are emphasised; matching specs are dimmed.

Specification	Altra Fwd Via 2	Altra Fwd Via 2 Women's
MSRP	$165	$165
Weight	300.5g	247g
Drop	4mm	4mm
Stack (heel/forefoot)	—	—
Lug depth	—	—
Surface	Road	Road
Primary use	Daily	Daily
Cushion	High	High
Firmness	Soft	Soft
Stability	Neutral	Neutral
Plate	Unknown	Unknown
Waterproof	No	No
Midsole	Altra EGO P35	Altra EGO P35
Outsole	Rubber	Rubber
Width availability	Standard	Standard
Best for	Easy daily miles, long runs, and time on feet for runners who want a wide toe box and a soft, forgiving platform.	Neutral runners who want a plush daily trainer with a wide toe box and low drop for easy miles and long runs.
Avoid if	You want a firm, responsive shoe for tempo work, a true zero-drop feel, or you have wide feet sensitive to a tight midfoot.	You need a firm, responsive ride for fast workouts, a snug performance fit, or you preferred the roomier forefoot of the original Fwd Via.
Lowest offer	—	—

Which should you pick?

head-to-head · opinion

These are the same shoe in men's and women's versions of the Altra Fwd Via 2, both offering a high-cushion, 4mm-drop daily trainer with a wide toe box for easy miles and long runs. The only real difference is fit and weight: the women's version comes in at 247 g versus 300.5 g for the men's, so pick the cut that matches your foot. Either way, look elsewhere if you want a firm, responsive ride for tempo or fast workouts.