Topo Blog
We connected with Sandi Nypaver after smoke from the devastating Camp Fire forced race organizers to cancel the North Face Endurance Challenge Championships in San Francisco last fall. Staying nimble and positive, Sandi took the opportunity to release her training on another goal of hers: to set the fastest known time running the Grand Canyon,… [view more]
Do you share your athletic journey (the good, bad, and ugly) in hopes of inspiring others? Are you a footwear or natural-running expert? Do you know everyone at your local running store by name? Do you have a unique perspective or backstory? Are you looking for ways to provide helpful… [view more]
We’re thrilled to announce that Sho Gray, ultrarunner (road and trail) and Tennessee State Record holder for the 100 miler, is joining our elite team! Let’s send him good vibes as he tackles the Desert Solstice 24 hour and 100 mile track invitational this weekend in Phoenix, AZ! When we heard about Sho, we found… [view more]
Why did you make this shoe? After a great reception to the original Ultrafly, we wanted to keep the cushioning and light guidance that people enjoyed, but make the shoe even better with some key updates: The last was modified to fit snugger in the heel and roomier in the toe box. More toe spring… [view more]
Growing up along foothills of the Colorado Rocky Mountains in the 60’s and 70’s, I developed a special relationship with the outdoors. In those years, I spent most of my time outside, playing, skiing, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, tubing creeks and streams, and chasing after wildlife. The foothills around Golden, Colorado were mostly undeveloped,… [view more]
WHY WE MADE IT // Trail shoes have become synonymous with big and bulky but it doesn’t have to be that way! Meet the Runventure 2: a trail shoe that pairs the lightweight flexibility of a road shoe with enough ruggedness and protection for the trail. We combined a zero-drop platform with a relaxed heel… [view more]
While we no longer sell the Magnifly 2, be sure to check out the Magnifly 3 which offers a more cushioned 0-drop road running platform! WHY WE MADE IT // All Topo shoe models start with our signature natural-fit ingredients: wide toe box, contoured fit in the midfoot and heel, and a low drop… [view more]
As a small (but rapidly growing!) brand, we rely on an expansive network of running communities to glean insights that, paired with 30+ years of footwear design experience, help the Topo fit evolve to deliver the most natural running experience. Our startup status gives us the flexibility to be nimble and adapt quickly, and our… [view more]
Professional Ultrarunner and 5th Place Finisher at Western States 100 2016, Paul Giblin, Signs With Topo Athletic “Urban-dwelling hill seeker” partners with Topo for the 2017 race season and another crack at the most competitive 100-mile race in the U.S. Following Paul Giblin on social media is like being transported to a magical place –… [view more]
Welcome Rachel McBride, pro triathlete and our first sponsored athlete! We instantly fell in love with Rachel (a.k.a. The Purple Tiger), which is why this Valentine’s Day announcement is ever-so-perfectly timed. She exudes so much personality and charisma for life and the sport of triathlon that it is no wonder why people are… [view more]