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Clay Presale

New colorway · Presale open

Clay.

The Alma Cruise and Alma Tempo are back in a warm, earthy color. Two distinct expressions, with the same female-specific design.

Available to preorder now. Estimated shipping mid-November 2026. Deposit required at checkout.

Choose your pair
$198 Sizes 5.5–12
Clay Cruise Hettas Alma in Clay with tonal laces, side profile Hettas Alma in Clay with white laces, side profile

Same fit.
Two rides.

The fit is the same; the function is what changes. The Cruise is slightly softer for steady running. The Tempo is firmer for picking up the pace.

Alma Cruise in Clay

Alma Cruise

Softer and more cushioned.

Softer Firmer
Best for
Everyday training, easy miles, steady longer runs
Foam
40/40
Preorder Alma Cruise $198 · Sizes 5.5–12
Alma Tempo in Clay

Alma Tempo

Firmer and more responsive.

Softer Firmer
Best for
Tempo runs, structured workouts, sustained race-pace efforts
Foam
45/50
Preorder Alma Tempo $198 · Sizes 5.5–12

In the press

“For years footwear giants have only half-heartedly taken women’s performance footwear seriously.”

Founder Lindsay Housman “was dumbfounded to learn that her shoes had been designed primarily for male feet, so Hettas are built with, among other things, a narrower heel, a roomier toe box and a snugger fit across the top to hold the foot securely in place.”

Bloomberg Businessweek Sports “Female Athletes Are Fed Up Being Gaslit by Sneaker Giants” Tim Loh · Oct 14, 2026 Read the article

Designed around women’s biomechanics, from heel to toe.

Contoured heel of the Hettas Alma in Clay

A smarter heel fit

Our nitrogen pocket heel locks the foot in place without pressing on the Achilles. By contouring the heel specifically for women’s anatomy with a lower ankle collar, we deliver a secure, stable fit that stays comfortable run after run.

Layered foam midsole and outsole of the Hettas Alma in Clay

Velopropulsion midsole

Layered supercritical foam paired with a Pebax plate delivers controlled impact, smooth transitions, and efficient energy return. Unlike rigid carbon plates, Pebax allows natural forefoot flexibility while still driving a powerful toe-off—reducing jarring landings and stress on joints.

Stretch mesh upper of the Hettas Alma in Clay

More room for your toes

Women can experience toe splay, upward-angled toenails, and bunions, so we optimized the toe box through material choice. Our mesh stretches to accommodate toes—without poking through—and has memory, so it holds its shape.

The reviews are in.

“A solid choice for runners looking for a fit that feels like it was made just for them.”
Alma Cruise · Keeley Milne Canadian Running review of the Alma Cruise
“A compelling option that delivers both speed and style.”
Alma Tempo · Cameron Ormond Canadian Running review of the Alma Tempo

Read more customer reviews: Alma Cruise → Alma Tempo →

Presale open

Preorder Clay.

  1. 1 Choose your modelCruise for steady miles, Tempo for picking up the pace.
  2. 2 Select your sizeAvailable in sizes 5.5–12, $198.
    $50 deposit required at checkout.
  3. 3 We ship it to youEstimated shipping mid-November 2026.
    Remaining balance charged when shipped.
Preorder Alma Cruise Preorder Alma Tempo

Estimated shipping mid-November 2026.