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A highly cushioned road-to-trail shoe that feels particularly well suited to long-distance walking.
Topo Athletic says:
The Ultraventure 5 continues forward the legacy of our most popular trail franchise and serves as the high cushion trail runner designed for use on mild to moderate terrain and road to trail. Well received by trail runners, hikers, and customers looking for a shoe for daily wear, the Ultraventure will continue to be one of the most comfortable and versatile shoes as in the market.
Our Verdict
At 265g (per UK6 shoe), the Topo Athletic Ultraventure 5 keeps the same 5mm drop and 35/30mm stack height as before, but gets a new “zippier” ZipFoam midsole that feels a little livelier underfoot, along with a more durable mesh upper.
For me, the fit remains one of the strongest reasons to choose it. There is plenty of room for your toes to splay, while the heel and midfoot still feel secure rather than overly wide.
The Vibram XS Trek outsole is deliberately less aggressive, which suits the road-to-trail character well. I’d use it for long-distance paths, gravel and mixed surfaces rather than steep mud or technical mountain terrain.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Best for: Trail Running, Hiking, Road to Trail, Mild to Moderate Terrain
- High Cushioning
- ZipFoam Midsole
- OrthoLite® Performance Insole
- Vibram® XS Trek EVO Outsole
- Universal Gaiter System
- Enhanced Overall Aesthetic
- Recycled Mesh Upper with Increased Durability
- New Midsole Platform
Specifications
- Weighs (per UK6 shoe): 265g
- Drop: 5 mm
- Total Stack Height: 28 mm
- Total Stack Height: 35 mm x 30 mm
- Rubber Outsole: 5 mm
- Midsole: 25 mm (Heel) / 20 mm (Ball)
- Footbed: 5 mm
Material & Construction
- ZipFoam Midsole
- FKT Insole
- Vibram Megagrip Outsole
