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Altra VIA Olympus 2 vs Nike Vomero Plus

The specs that matter for triathlon, side by side, from each maker’s own published figures.

Specs for Altra VIA Olympus 2 and Nike Vomero Plus
SpecAltra VIA Olympus 2Nike Vomero Plus
Type Max cushion Max cushion
Support Neutral —
Heel-to-toe drop 0 mm 10 mm
Heel stack 33 mm —
Weight 323 g 292 g
Carbon plate No No
Wide width available No Yes
Price ~$165.00 ~$180.00

Which should you pick?

Altra

Pick the VIA Olympus 2 if…

On the specs above it doesn’t pull ahead, so choose on fit, feel or price.

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Nike

Pick the Vomero Plus if…

  • you want the lighter one: 292 g vs 323 g
  • you need a wide fit
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Specs from the makers’ own pages: Altra, Nike.

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