Topo Athletic mtn racer 3

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Topo Athletic mtn racer 3

Price

290

Rating

High

Popularity

Popular

The Topo Athletic MTN Racer 3 is a rugged trail running shoe designed for technical terrain, offering a balance between responsiveness and protection, sitting between the lighter Terraventure model and the more cushioned Ultraventure in the Topo lineup.

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Topo Athletic mtn racer
3 colorways

Colorway: Black/Lime

Widths available: normal

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Summary

The Topo Athletic MTN Racer 3 is a trail running shoe designed for rugged, technical trails, offering a balance of comfort, stability, and performance. As part of Topo Athletic's lineup, the MTN Racer 3 stands out with its durable construction and aggressive traction, making it ideal for trail runners seeking reliable grip and protection on varied terrains. It features a lightweight design with a spacious toe box to allow natural toe splay, typical of Topo's focus on a natural running experience. Compared to other models in Topo's range, the MTN Racer 3 is more robust and geared towards challenging conditions, whereas shoes like the Ultraventure cater to ultra-distance trail running with a focus on cushioning, and the Runventure series is targeted at runners seeking a minimalist shoe for trail adventures.

Surface

trail

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(30.5mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(rip-stop mesh upper)

Weight

286g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

5mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax(high density, 6mm lugs) - Vibram Megagrip rubber

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Pros & Cons

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Most Mentioned Cons

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

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Wear-tester reviews (43)

4.4/5

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