The Altra Escalante Racer 2 is a neutral road running shoe and the Nike Apex is a road running shoe. The Escalante Racer 2 costs about $205 less (from $145). The Apex is 2.9 oz lighter (5.9 oz vs 8.8 oz).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Escalante Racer 2 | Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145 | $350 |
| Rating | 3.8 / 5 (169 reviews) | — |
| Weight | 8.8 oz | 5.9 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Heel stack height | 22 mm | — |
| Cushioning | Firm / responsive | — |
| Support | Neutral | — |
| Surface | Road | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men & Women |
Specs and prices from Altra and Nike, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the Escalante Racer 2 if…
- you want to spend less
Get the Apex if…
- you want the lighter shoe
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