Customer Reviews Topo Athletic Ultraventure

Great support and toe box is perfect. I suffered an IT Band injury (too much hula hooping!) and purchased these shoes to support me as I rehabbed. I do 2-3 mile walks up hills and down in the neighborhood to rehab and these replaced my running sneakers, which I donated. They improved my gait and gave me the support I needed. The color is a bit dark for me but it works and I may purchase the lighter version since I like the orthopedic support and toe box. I don't run but walk bristly. The only quibbles I have is that it is made in China; however, it is made very well. Cheers!

Wore these out of the box for a 12 mile hike. Then a 5 hour event the following weekend. No break-in time needed and my feet were soooo happy!

Love the fit, I wear them for long trail runs that last more than 8 hours and they still feel good at the end of the day.

The first trail running shoe that provided me both a roomy toe box AND arch support! My go-to shoes for trail running and hiking!

Have had them for a couple months and bought a second pair as backup. -- I've finally found my new go-to ultra shoe and replacement for my long-gone PI N2s! Ran a trail 50-miler in the Ultraventures yesterday and had no issues whatsoever. Roomy but not sloppy, stable but flexible, and great traction in all but serious mud. My only recommendation is please please please do not change anything fundamental about the fit of these shoes!

I am thrilled with these shoes and will be buying another pair. It took a bit to figure out lacing for my feet, but once that got settled, all was good. My toes, misshapen from 25 years of downsized rock climbing shoes, have plenty clearance and space. I ordered a women's size 8 and they were a perfect fit. The cushioning provides a nice ride and support. Last year I did my first 50k race wearing these, and after 30 miles of Moab sand and slickrock, my feet did not hurt and no damage to my toes. How long shoes last depends on so many variables, but for myself, these are still going strong after 300 miles.

I absolutely love these shoes. I tried so many trail shoes including Altras but weren't happy with any of them. Finally, I ordered the ULTRAVENTURE and I haven't had any issues with them. I leave for the AT in March for a thru-hike and want to get a second pair to have on "stand by." BUT, there aren't any ULTRAVENTURE available ANYWHERE in 10.5 Navy/Plum. I'm starting to panic! *Topo note: the Ultraventure is only available in women's size 10.5 in the Grey/Tangerine color as it is an extended size. We do not produce this size in the Navy/Plum at this time.

I absolutely love these shoes. I tried so many trail shoes including Altras but weren't happy with any of them. Finally, I ordered the ULTRAVENTURE and I haven't had any issues with them. I leave for the AT in March for a thru-hike and want to get a second pair to have on "stand by." BUT, there aren't any ULTRAVENTURE available ANYWHERE in 10.5 Navy/Plum. I'm starting to panic! *Topo note: the Ultraventure is only available in women's size 10.5 in the Grey/Tangerine color as it is an extended size. We do not produce this size in the Navy/Plum at this time.

A trip to Crozet Running (VA) is where I met Topo. Although the 9 (my normal size in just about everything) felt tight, the 9.5 was like heaven. THey honestly feel like a slipper, are incredibly stable, and have plenty of room. I have what I call "orthopedically-impaired feet" but I think these Topos are my salvation. Out of the box I took them on 20+ mile runs without any issues. Only two things are slightly negative. 1) On steep downhills I feel like I am slipping forward a bit. Maybe the 9 would have prevented that but if my first impression was that the 9s felt tight, they probably were. 2) I run some trails that have rocks bigger than gravel but smaller than fist size. I do occasionally feel a pointy rock through the bottom.

A trip to Crozet Running (VA) is where I met Topo. Although the 9 (my normal size in just about everything) felt tight, the 9.5 was like heaven. THey honestly feel like a slipper, are incredibly stable, and have plenty of room. I have what I call "orthopedically-impaired feet" but I think these Topos are my salvation. Out of the box I took them on 20+ mile runs without any issues. Only two things are slightly negative. 1) On steep downhills I feel like I am slipping forward a bit. Maybe the 9 would have prevented that but if my first impression was that the 9s felt tight, they probably were. 2) I run some trails that have rocks bigger than gravel but smaller than fist size. I do occasionally feel a pointy rock through the bottom.

I have suffered for the last six months in Altras, both road and trail, and had all kinds of issues that one running store attributed to gait, without watching my gait. I ended up in Amarillo, TX at Get Fit and was put into a pair of these. What a difference from day one! I have to run 4.5 miles to just hit the trail and these are working great on pavement. I no longer have the foot pain, the toe pain/blistering/calf pain. At times on super long runs when I would walk, I would feel like a marionette. I just could not walk in the Altras. The Topos are fantastic. All along I thought it was me. Not the Altras. Thank God I discovered these shoes as I can keep training for ultra marathons. I want a pair for just street shoes. They are that comfortable

I have suffered for the last six months in Altras, both road and trail, and had all kinds of issues that one running store attributed to gait, without watching my gait. I ended up in Amarillo, TX at Get Fit and was put into a pair of these. What a difference from day one! I have to run 4.5 miles to just hit the trail and these are working great on pavement. I no longer have the foot pain, the toe pain/blistering/calf pain. At times on super long runs when I would walk, I would feel like a marionette. I just could not walk in the Altras. The Topos are fantastic. All along I thought it was me. Not the Altras. Thank God I discovered these shoes as I can keep training for ultra marathons. I want a pair for just street shoes. They are that comfortable

Love these shoes! I wore them for 700+ miles of the Pacific Crest Trail. Great amount of cushion, grip, and protection on the trail. They dry super quick if they get wet. Great wide toe box with great fit at the heel so your foot doesn't slip around.

I chose Topo for my PCT thru hike and they are totally amazingly and love them! I tried other shoes but I came back to Ultraventure become they offer thick sole that protect my feet from rocks and their construction gives me enough support on a hard terrain.

I LOVE these new shoes. My favorite road shoes is the Ultrafly 2 so I was excited to find a trail shoe with a 5mm drop. This shoe hugs the heel, but has a wide toe box and has that natural run feel to it. It provides enough cushion and stability for me coming from the Ultrafly. I'm so happy to finally have a trail show that allows me to easily switch between my road and trail shoe. Highly recommend. (Topo ambassador)

I've been fortunate to be a Topo Athletic Ambassador for the last few years and I've recently crossed over the 500 miles mark on my first pair of Ultraventures. Running on sandy, rocky trails, I've been happy with the grippiness of the outsole and that the midsole is thick enough where I've never had any concerns about the lack of a rock plate. The thing I liked most about this shoe is the spring from the midsole. After 500 miles, the Ultraventures still feel responsive. The uppers have held up really well too with only some minor fraying at a couple flex points. I used to wear the MT-2's almost exclusively, but after my first pair of Ultraventures, I'm not changing anytime soon.

I was in another brand for a long time and they discontinued them. I panicked but after one run in my Ultravntures, I was sold. I still have two brand new pairs of that other brand in boxes (I stocked up when they discontinued them) but am planning on giving them away because I love the Topo Athletic Ultraventures so much more. My foot felt at "home" the minute I put them on. Nice wide toebox but a snug heel keeps my foot happy along with the cushioned yet response feel of the shoe. I am training for a 55k at the moment and looking forward to many miles in my Ultraventures. I'm a Topo Ambassador but I became one because of how much I love the shoes as I wanted to share the love. My opinion would remain the same, ambassador or not.

The Ultraventures have such a wide toe box, that my toes were able to splay naturally which reduced the pain I had been running with for years. The cushion on this shoe is undeniable too. One of my favorite parts is the rugged sole because I no longer slip on muddy or snow covered trails. I am a Topo Ambassador but this review is entirely my own opinion. The shoes have transformed my life and my running. My only "complaints" would be that the ankle area is a tad wide allowing small pebbles to get in the shoe easily (a gaiter can eliminate that) and I wish it had a lace garage - only because I live in poison oak infested areas - the laces stay tied no problem, I just want them protected.

I am a TOPO Ambassador but I really do love this shoe. It was super comfortable right out of the box. It did not need to be " broken in". The Vibram sole makes them very comfortable and yet reactive to the trail. I like the big lugs. I have not had to use my microspikes as much this winter as in past winters. I like them with the gators on because then the little rocks don't get in the shoe as much. I have already put almost 300 miles on them and the sole still looks new. I will definitely be getting a new pair as soon as these wear out!

I was in another brand for a long time and they discontinued them. I panicked but after one run in my Ultravntures, I was sold. I still have two brand new pairs of that other brand in boxes (I stocked up when they discontinued them) but am planning on giving them away because I love the Topo Athletic Ultraventures so much more. My foot felt at "home" the minute I put them on. Nice wide toebox but a snug heel keeps my foot happy along with the cushioned yet response feel of the shoe. I am training for a 55k at the moment and looking forward to many miles in my Ultraventures. I'm a Topo Ambassador but I became one because of how much I love the shoes as I wanted to share the love. My opinion would remain the same, ambassador or not.

Amazing shoes. They feel so good right out of the box. They are fast, grippy and do not make my feet numb due to tight forefoot. Plus the ankle is tight enough that my feet don't slip around. I love these shoes!! My only suggestion is to go a half size up since the toe box is rounded. These are my new favorite go to shoes!

Bought my first pair of Topos at REI yesterday. After years in zero drop Altras with my tight calves I developed planter fasciitis and Achilles problems. I saw a podiatrist for the first time and was advised to move out of zero drop shoes, but I'd become addicted to the wide toe box. I have looked everywhere for a shoe with a wide toe box but still a bit of differential to help with my foot/ankle pain. Enter the ultraventure. I've had them less than 24 hours but when I put them on I knew it was love. I spent the whole day running around in them and had the weird sensation that my shoes were doing all the work instead of me! I woke up this morning and my usual pain/stiffness were completely absent. I cannot believe that one day in these shoes has made such a difference already and I can't WAIT to start the PCT in them now that I finally have something that works! THANK YOU for making this show! My splayed toes, high arches, narrow midfoot happy legs are smiling.

Bought my first pair of Topos at REI yesterday. After years in zero drop Altras with my tight calves I developed planter fasciitis and Achilles problems. I saw a podiatrist for the first time and was advised to move out of zero drop shoes, but I'd become addicted to the wide toe box. I have looked everywhere for a shoe with a wide toe box but still a bit of differential to help with my foot/ankle pain. Enter the ultraventure. I've had them less than 24 hours but when I put them on I knew it was love. I spent the whole day running around in them and had the weird sensation that my shoes were doing all the work instead of me! I woke up this morning and my usual pain/stiffness were completely absent. I cannot believe that one day in these shoes has made such a difference already and I can't WAIT to start the PCT in them now that I finally have something that works! THANK YOU for making this show! My splayed toes, high arches, narrow midfoot happy legs are smiling.

Wow! This shoe feels like nothing else I've ever run or hiked in. I have a couple of Altra hiking shoes which are very good but I find myself reaching for these over and over. The wide toe box, lack of rock plate and plush ride won me over. It looks a bit large on my size 12 feet but who cares anymore? This shoe is so comfortable I find myself wearing it practically every time I work out outdoors. The grip of the sole is fantastic. It's snowing and slippery in NYC today and these made my morning commute a breeze--no slipping and sliding, just a confident grip. I really really love these and people have been asking me about them because they don't quite look like any other shoe out there. I may have convinced a few buddies to invest. Might be time to try the Hydroventure. I don't think I'll be disappointed if they're anything like a waterproof version of the Ultraventure. Thanks Topo Athletics for crafting an awesome, comfortable and sturdy trail/everything shoe!