Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 review

A fantastic upper

If you are after a shoe that has a wider fit at the forefoot, a lot of comfort, traction, and a smooth ride, for your daily runs on trails and tarmac, look no further. If on top of this, you love longer efforts such as ultramarathons, then this can really be a perfect shoe for you.

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• Doubles as a hiker/walker The lack of a rock plate was not missed during tests. An experienced runner said that this instead. 

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The major change compared to the Ultraventure 2 is in the midsole. It is now 5mm taller and made with an updated ZipFoam that according to testers is more protective, and feels slightly softer and faster.

A fantastic upper

Testers shared that the upper is a piece of art. Other than being breathable and soft, it is also flexible and dries quickly when wet. A runner said it’s “super comfortable,” and another expert added that it’s “easily among the best.”

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With an “excellent heel and midfoot hold” and a lot of room for foot splay, the fit of the Ultraventure 3 is considered superb by many.

Above average durability:

• “high level of comfort”
• “fits like a comfy glove”
• “it really feels like you could go all day.”

Protective for its intended purpose

Praised for its versatility, the shoe can be used in different scenarios. A tester stated that it is “truly a hybrid all-purpose shoe,” while another trail runner loved it for being “an outstanding overall shoe for ultra-long adventuring.” 

And that’s not all, as a hiker said: “what a great walking/ travel shoe it makes too!” 

is a better choice for you

In the midsole department, there’s a moderate amount of cushioning and according to an expert, the “medium-soft density foam feels airy underfoot.” 

ldquo;fits like a comfy glove&rdquo:

• “very smooth and forgiving”
• “pretty spectacular”
• “it does pretty damn well.”

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Despite the small lugs, the outsole is excellent for a lot of conditions, except for very technical trails. An expert shared that to him “there’s a new king of tame trails,” in a positive way, as it “truly is one of the best options on the market for less rocky trails.”

And it’s also “excellent on pavement, not in the way, quiet and not noticed.”

is a better choice for you

Breathable and dries quickly ldquo;fits like a comfy glove&rdquo is around 10.5oz (298g), the Ultraventure 3 has a modest weight. At 10.2oz (289g), according to a tester, it feels right in the middle.

Ultraventure 3 can stand the test of time

Track and field Topo shoe is “more than adequately protective for moderate terrain.”

After a 31-mile run, another expert added that it “served up protection and comfort without fail.”

Above average durability

Reviewers praised the overall build quality. “This will be a shoe that’ll last you a long time,” is how one of them commented. 

And this was confirmed by another tester who, despite extensive use on roads, noticed “barely any wear on the outsole.”

Forgivable price

At $150 this is not an affordable choice. Yet, no reviewer complained about this, because they all thought that the shoe is really worthy.