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|[[File:OlympusParadigmSide.JPG|none|thumb|x300px| Here is an external comparison of the [[Altra Olympus]] and the Altra Paradigm.]]
 
|[[File:OlympusParadigmSole.JPG|none|thumb|x300px| The Paradigm (top) has less grip and more flexibility than the Olympus. ]]
 
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The [[Altra Olympus]] and the Paradigm are remarkably similar shoes, but I find myself generally preferring the Olympus. While the Olympus is a little thicker and heavier, its ability to work on and off road is useful, and its outsole is rather longer lasting.
 
* The Paradigm is road only, where the Olympus will handle both road and mild trails.
 
* The Olympus is slightly thicker and slightly heavier, but the difference is fairly marginal when you're wearing them.
 
* The outsole on the Olympus is quite hard, and can lack traction on a treadmill at steep incline.
 
* The Paradigm is slightly more cut away at the base of the heel to produce more of a rocker effect.
 
[[File:OlympusParadigmRun.JPG|none|thumb|x300px| I actually ran with an Olympus on one foot and a Paradigm on the other. It's a great way of comparing two shoes, but don't try this at home as it's also a great way of getting injured.]]
 
=Compared with Hoka=
 
Compared with the Hoka range, the Olympus/Paradigm is not quite as well cushioned, but has a much better toe box design. I also prefer the way the Olympus/Paradigm tapers the midsole towards the front of the shoe creating a more gradual rocker effect. The closest Hoka to the Olympus/Paradigm is the [[Hoka Bondi]], especially the Bondi Speed.
 
=A Comparison with other Recommended Shoes=
 
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