Customer Reviews Topo Athletic Runventure 3

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I'm recovering from plantar fasciitis & using the Magnifly for short runs. I love them! I've been using zero drop shoes for years (Vibram 5 fingers, Topo ST-2, Merrell Road Glove) but after developing PF, I switched to "fluffy" shoes to ease the pain. Now that I'm mostly recovered, those squishy fluffy shoes seem to make my knees & hips hurt more, which seemed like a sign that it's time to get back into Topos. The Magnifly feels good! My feet feel firmly in contact with the ground but there's enough cushion to make increasing my distance enjoyable. I actually bought all 3 colors to make sure I have backup shoes as I increase my distance.

I have worn Topo shoes, and hiking boots for a long time. I recommend them to everyone!

Super comfortable. Love the roomy toe box and the 3mm drop. I started running in the city during the pandemic and these are the perfect shoes.

I use my MTN Racer Topo's running on trails and also hiking. I also have Topo road running shoes and the hiking boot.

I bought these to replace my Danskos that I wear for work. I am on my feet all day long. These are the best shoes!

I have been walking 4+ miles daily for a few months so I decided to step up my walking shoe game, especially since I aspire to do more walk-runs or straight runs in them. I made the best decision in trying the Topos. It is the first time I bought my size (women's 7) and did not need to go size up. The zip foam technology and snug fit with the laces make this shoe the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn. My toes have never felt so good with the roomy toe box. I also love the Emerald/White color.

I really like the wide toe box that is the main reason for my purchase. I added my own custom insoles which squeak when I walk. That's not the manufacture fault but I'm working on what will help.

I love the feel! Great support and comfort.

These shoes are super comfortable and great for trail running.

I live on the rainy Oregon coast. I am saving the runventure for inside use only. TOPO shoes have brought my body back to functioning with ease and joy. The wide toe box allows toe blood circulation, balance, and comfort. I do tai chi, household chores, standing while cooking, and going up and down stairs with renewed feelings of youthfulness. I now have 4 pairs of TOPO shoes that have changed my life!

I love love LOVE these shoes! Going zero drop has helped my sciatic nerve pain significantly and has helped me find a more natural gait on hikes. The roomy toe box allows my foot to flex naturally and my toes to spread. I love being able to feel the ground beneath my feet and the rock plate hasn't let me down yet. My size 9-wide feet fit well in the size 9 and don't feel cramped. I don't feel like I need to go up a half size like I have with most brands. There was a little heel slip at first, but alternate lacing techniques fixed this issue. The tread on these babies will stick to anything, including slippery snow pack. My traction devices all fit well over the shoe with minimal shoe squishing. These shoes dry very quickly, even when fully saturated. After a little over a month of heavy use, the shoes show minimal wear. They are very easy to clean. My only complaint is that they are not gaiter compatible, but I knew that before purchasing. I'll be recommending this brand to all of my hiking friends and family. Thank you, Topo!

The Runventure 3 is awesome! Lightweight and roomy and with a really durable Vibrom sole -- but I especially love that it is zero drop!

Nice upgrade to the line! Reinforced the area that wears out fastest on the toe and better feel through the heel.

Did a 12 mile hike with these. Nice to have the vibram soles which did a great job gripping. My feet felt a little more stuffed in the toes than the wider road/running topos. And I was surprised how much fine dirt from the trail made it into my shoes and permeated my socks. Wasn't expecting that.

Casual wear

I have 3 pairs of the original Ultraventure, and they are hands-down the best running shoes I have had in 40 years. My first pair has been retired with well over 500 miles on them. The two additional pairs have 200 & 320 miles and still look and feel almost new. I purchased a pair of Ultraventure 2 and am a little disappointed. They have less than 100 miles and the inside of the heel is already starting to rub a hole. Two friends with the same shoe (and also fans of the prior model) are seeing the same thing. Also, the toe on the new model does not have as much protection for the toes as the original, which had little rubber/plastic strips that were just enough to offer a bit more protection when catching toes on rocks or roots. The cushioning is good.

Honestly, I don't wear shoes most of the year because I live in Florida so I spend most of my time in sandals. However, I have problem feet and need a good pair of athletic shoes when we go on vacation and such and would be in need of a good, supportive shoe. My favorite athletic brand up until now starts with a "H" but they've made some changes to their most cushioned styles that don't agree with my feet anymore. I read about TOPO Athletic on a blog for people with "problem" feet. Recently, I have also been diagnosed with arthritis in my big toe so it's important for me to wear shoes with plenty of wiggle-room for my toes. So far, I really like this pair of shoes but I probably haven't had a chance to wear them long enough at this point to make a really informed recommendation.

After multiple foot surgeries and gait problems these are the best athletic shoes I have found and can rarely wear any other shoes- which is why I would love it if they made some more neutral colors to go with more outfits- please make some skin tone varieties and muted earth tones so I can pair these with ALL my outfits and not just running/athletic wear

I love the wide toe box that allows my feet to expand during long trail runs. Overall they feel great. The one problem I'm having is that they seem to expand within a few miles of running - they had loosened so much, I had to tighten them twice during a 14 mile run.

One pair for my indoor workout shoes at the gym, the second pair for outdoor walking. The most comfortable athletic shoes I've owned. Roomy are upfront for toes and good support all over!

Great for running trails. When I first purchased it I ordered an 8.5. Was to big. Returned it an order a size 8 fits great.

I wanted to live these shoes, the seemed like the perfect pair for my wide front foot and narrow heel, and they were great for the first month or so of wear. But, now, I can't even wear them for half a day with out getting terrible pains in my knees and feet. Thinking this pain was from something else, I continued wearing these shoes until I noticed the front part of my foot slides around ALOT as I'm walking (heels stay put). Theres just too much side to side movement and a "tall" footbed, the ball of my foot and toes are just out there with no support. I even tried adjusting the laces, no help. I went back to my old shoes, and the pain is gone. I'm a steady size 6 lengthwise, a perfect thumbs width from the end, but these are just too wide in the front, so sad :(

I typically wear a 7.5 which is what I initially ordered in this shoe. It was definitely too small and exchanged for an 8 in red. The 8 still seemed a hair short but has not caused any problems over 400mi. I like the secure fit through the mid foot which gives me more confidence in technical terrain and on the down hill. I just ordered another pair in size 8, this time in green just so I could keep track of which shoes had more miles on them. Fit is completely different, the shoe is longer and wider, higher volume. Double checked the labeling in both shoes to be sure they are the same model and size. Cosmetics/materials are the same. What's up with that? Super frustrated. This would be my "go to" shoe and would probably recommend the shoe if I knew what size to get. Afraid to order another pair.

Super comfy but dirt and gravel gets in. These need gaiters.