Topo Athletic MT-2 Trail Shoe Review

Check out the Topo Athletic MT-2, the lightest trail shoe from the award-winning Massachusetts-based footwear company, and a recent Runner’s World “Best Buy”.

Specs:

  • Weight – 8.5 oz (Men’s 9), 7.3 oz (Women’s 7)
  • Rubber Outsole – 4.5mm
  • Midsole – 13.5mm/10.5mm
  • Footbed – 5mm
  • Total Stack Height – 23mm/20mm (3mm drop)

Features:

The low profile design of the Topo Athletic MT-2 makes for a lightweight trail shoe suitable for racing, yet sufficient cushioning to be used as a daily trainer.

  • Updated upper mesh provides a plush feel with excellent durability.
  • Printed upper design provides a snug mid foot lockdown for a more anatomical fit.
  • Roomy toe box promotes a more natural toe splay.
  • Full length EVA midsole is engineered with a 3 mm heel-to-toe drop and offers increased cushioning and protection.
  • Multi-directional outsole lugs provide enhanced traction over a variety of surfaces.
  • Rubber outsole runs the length of the shoe for increased durability and traction.
  • Available in Men’s Brown/Black, Navy/Gray and Women’s Indigo/Fuchsia, Black/Ice.

MSRP:

  • $100.00

Topo Athletic MT-2 First Impressions

  1. Straight out of the box, I was impressed with the MT-2 – low to the ground, lightweight, amply cushioned and surprisingly flexible.
  2. Loads of room up front with the trademark Topo Athletic Fit.
  3. The updated mesh is smooth, fine, plenty breathable and drains well in wet conditions.
  4. The MT-2 is just as happy on the road as it is on the trail – in fact, I typically log at least one road run per week in the MT-2.
  5. Cushioning is impressive for such a light shoe.
  6. Fully gusseted tongue stays nicely in place and does a good job of keeping out dust and debris.
  7. Luggy outsole works well on smooth trail and road, but also gives great traction in muddier conditions.
  8. Fit is true-to-size, although I have read that some runners found the MT-2 a bit short and chose to size up a half size.

All-in-all a pretty impressive, lightweight, flexible, well-cushioned trail shoe, which features the trademark Topo toe box and a low-to-the-ground 3mm drop. The out-of-the-box experience is excellent, making the MT-2 a great addition to the Topo Athletic Trail Shoe lineup.

Topo Athletic MT-2 in the Press

  1. iRunFar
  2. Road Trail Run

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