Topo Athletic Terraventure 3 Trail Running Shoe - Men's
They're throwing bullseyes over at Topo Athletics, a fact explicitly displayed with the updated Terraventure 3 trail runner. Thoughtfully designed for technical terrain, the Terraventure 3 really shines in its versatility and durability, making it suitable for long-distance trails over gnarly trails while also taking a beating as an everyday trainer.
Topo stakes its reputation on fit and support, with generous toe boxes allowing for toe splay coupled with a snug midfoot and locked down heel. At first blush you may assume that a wider toe box would lead to blackened toenails on the downhill. Topo skirts that issue with a split mesh upper that not only delivers increased breathability but also locks down the "big hand" section of the foot, thereby disallowing forward sliding when tackling those epic Colorado descents.
A dual-density midsole and OrthoLite insole provide balanced cushioning for a moderately soft ride while still maintaining firm response on the ground. A flexible ESS rock plate protects against rock bruising when you're leaping over talus and a Vibram MegaGrip outsole delivers serious grip over challenging scree and single track sloppiness, rain or shine.
If you're looking for one trail shoe for everything from ultra-distance days to early morning training runs to hikes into the high country, you may have just stuck gold.
- Ideal quiver-of-one trail running shoes for everything from day hikes to ultra-distance technical outings on the singletrack
- Low heel-to-toe drop encourages a midfoot strike so you can move naturally through the gait cycle
- Extremely roomy toe box that allows for toe splay, swelling, and balance in tricky terrain
- Split mesh upper locks down the midfoot while serving up admirable breathability
- Dual-density midsole coupled with OrthoLite insole boast a mid-soft ride, comfort, and firm response near the ground
- Flexible ESS rock plate protects against stone bruising
- Vibram MegaGrip outsole delivers unparalleled grip in any terrain you'll encounter (and in Colorado, you'll encounter it all)
- Generously spaced lugs serve up excellent mud and snow release
- Entirely vegan construction
| Fit | Mid to slightly wider |
| Cushion | Moderate |
| Upper | Abrasion-resistent split mesh |
| Lining | Textile |
| Midsole | Dual-density EVA / TPU heel counter |
| Outsole | Vibram MegaGrip |
| Insole | OrthoLite |
| Drop | 3 mm |
| Stack Height | 25 mm (heel) / 22 mm (forefoot) |
| Weight | 290 g / 10.2 oz per shoe (Size 9) |
