Customer Reviews Topo Athletic Zephyr

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.

I tried these shoes after using Topo Magnifly 3's and WHAT A DIFFERENCE! I just finished a half marathon and ran faster than I'd ever run before. My legs were moving so fast I had a hard time keeping my heart in pace with my legs. Truly a great experience! You need to try a pair!

Love these sneakers! Feels like I'm walking on air, I forget I have shoes on.

Great shoe so far. I really like the fit. I have a long very flat foot, so most shoes have to be cinched really tight on my foot. I also have a low arch and tend to need extra arch support. This shoe fits snug in the heel and midfoot but has plenty of room in the toe box. I don't have to cinch it super tight and I do not need any extra support inserts. It does run slightly big or maybe I just don't have to buy as big of a size because of the shape of the toe. I wear an 11.5 in Brooks, but I bought the 11 in the Topo and it has plenty of room. Its comfortable but you can still feel the ground. I actually expected more cushioning, but its still plenty comfortable. The shoe feels light and cool.

Love this shoe. Feels light weight but very sturdy. Definitely feel the bounce back when I run

These shoes are super supportive and comfortable. I've put on 200 miles with them over the past 6 months and have had less general aches and pains and I like to think it's because of these shoes! I really like how roomy the toe area is (especially if you have bunion/bunionette issues) and the salmon color is bright and fun too. I've been an asics person most of my life but I don't see the need to go back thanks to this shoe.

Very glad to have these great shoes for walking every day

I walk about 4 to 5 miles per day and have found the Zephyr supportive, light weight, and comfy!

This is my favorite sneaker. I love the 5mm heel to toe drop and the extra room in the toe box. The fit is perfect and I love the colors. The stabilization the sneaker provides makes it easy to run/walk. I highly recommend this sneaker.

Up until a year ago, I had been a regular buyer of New Balance trail running shoes. The stiffness of a trail shoe was perfect for someone who has had foot surgery. The Leadville handled uneven road surfaces really well, but wasn't too mushy to wear my feet out. As a road runner, the drawback was always that the lugs wore down too quickly, but it offered the best balance for my feet. When NB discontinued the model and didn't offer a suitable replacement, I tried two different Altras but each fell short for different reasons. And then I happened upon a user forum that suggested the Topo line as a good replacement. I love these shoes. The sole is stiff and provides stability without all the cushion that makes 'stability' shoes feel weighty and uncomfortable. The minimal design is perfect: the tongue is barely noticeable, the uppers wrap around the foot securely and breathe well. Aesthetically, the unique color combinations offer nuance and subtlety, a welcome change from most of the shoes that feature flashy graphics or ridiculous color choices for women. Needless to say, I quickly bought a second pair and have been extremely happy with them and have been wearing them for more than 3 months.

I walked for a good two days in them before taking them out for a 5 mile run. All I have to say is I LOVE these shoes, perfect firmness, cushioning and stabilization all together, can't wait for my next run!

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!