Customer Reviews Topo Athletic ST-5

It's so hard to find shoes that are zero drop and have a wide toe box, but still have a little (but not too much) cushion. I had high hopes for this shoe, but was ultimately disappointed. As soon as I tried them on, the cushioning in the heel was uncomfortable. The shoe was tight (except in the toes) and the sole is wider than the shoe. There is an extra 1/2 inch on the back of the heel and I found myself tripping as I went down the steps as I kept hitting the heel on the step.

I have lost count of how many pairs of Topo's I have bought, and these are perfect for everyday use. I can wear them to do just about anything, including going on a walk or run, but I am on my feet most of the day and these are fantastic for everyday. Plus they might be the best looking shoe Topo has put out.

I have been wearing the topo ST model of shoes from the very first original ST model and I will be beyond sad if they ever stop producing this shoe!!! If you want a more minimal shoe with a wide toe box then this is the shoe for you! I feel like the ST-5 makes some improvements on what the ST-3/ST-4 provided, especially the stitching on the shoe, I was always tearing holes in the sides of the 3s/4s but the ST-5 seems to have a better stitching pattern to prevent this. The only real note I have on the shoe is that if you order the 'grey' color it is essentially white. I wear my ST's on dirt trails sometimes as well and they are now so dirty and it really shows on the white.

I've been wearing the Topo ST series now since 2019. This is my favorite one yet. The toe box is a bit roomier than the ST-4, which felt a little short for its size. The heel seems to have more padding and fits better. I have a very wide forefoot and narrow heel, so this is a great shoe for me. My only complaint is that the grey color really looks off-white. But on the whole, as someone who prefers a more minimalist shoe, this provides just the right amount of comfort without being too much shoe.

I've been a zero-drop runner for years with a different brand, but the hunt for a new trail shoe led me to Topo. My experience with those made me consider switching to Topo for my regular road runners/walkers. Since getting these, I've been impressed with the roominess of the toe box while the heel and midsole are perfect for my slightly narrow feet. The shoes seem to be very well made and I've seen no quality control issues so far. Very happy with my decision to switch and looking forward to many more miles ahead. #sweepstakes

I have been a Topo fan for about 8 months but lately I have transitioned towards the zero drop shoe. So glad to find the ST5 model. They work great for me. I do have to buy a half size larger than I normally wear. I love them.

I do cardio and weights at the gym. These are perfect for light running; sturdy enough for lifting and balance. They are not machine washable so keeping the grayish/white clean can be tough

When ST-3 was phased out I was heartbroken. I wasn't a fan of the ST-4 because they hurt my big toe, something about the stiff material just didn't work for me and took me a year before i wore them. ST-5 is perfect, easy fit, very comfortable, not a lot of cushion which works perfectly for me. I really like this shoe so far. Please don't phase this out.

I wear these shoes at my healthcare job where I am on my feet for 8+hour shifts. These are nice and lightweight while still feeling supported. The heel feels nice and snug on my foot and my feet don't slide forward in the shoe. #sweepstakes

Like the low profile look & feel. The shoe does feel more snug than other Topo models, but toe box is nice & roomy, good heel grip.

The toe box provides enough room. It does feel like slight arch support but I'm ok with it cause I need a small bit when I run. Good if your trying to transition to a more barefoot style. The cushioning is good such that my feet aren't sore after a run and I can still feel the ground and don't feel like I'm running on 2" of cushion. Just wish they had more colors

I use these for work on casual Fridays. They are so comfortable. My defer are never tired.

"Sweepstakes"

I have 3 pair of Topo athletic shoes. This new ST-5, i bought them specifically to just walk around my house or for recovering after a run or hike. I love them ! My other pairs are; one specifically for running and another pair for hiking. I love of them all. I like the fact that they wide and my toes are not squeezed, i get the support that i am looking for while I am walking , running or hiking. I highly recommend Topo athletic shoes.

I have been looking for minimal running shoes for so long and these are literally perfect. They feel so nice to run in and they are so comfy. I wish that you made more fun colors in this model because I would buy them. Please never stop making these

I use my topos for work, life, and running. Total game changer compared to my Hoka and on cloud!

These are wonderfully comfortable. I got the "grey" pair, but they really come off as white. And they get really dirty, really quickly. I'd be delighted to see some new color choices!