Topo Athletic specter 1

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Topo Athletic specter 1

Price

300

Rating

Exceptional

Popularity

Low

The Topo Athletic Specter 1 is a high-cushion road running shoe designed for long-distance comfort and sits between the slightly lighter Ultrafly and the heavily cushioned Magnifly models in the Topo Athletic lineup.

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Topo Athletic specter
4 colorways

Colorway: Black/Blue

Widths available: normal

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Summary

The Topo Athletic Specter 1 is designed as a high-performance running shoe, ideal for runners seeking a blend of cushioning and responsiveness. It features an innovative PEBAX midsole that offers a lightweight feel while providing excellent energy return, making it well-suited for long distances or faster-paced runs. True to Topo Athletic's commitment to natural running, the Specter 1 includes a wide toe box, allowing toes to spread naturally for better stability and comfort. It fits into Topo Athletic's lineup as a versatile shoe that combines some of the benefits of their more cushioned offerings with the agility found in their lighter performance-focused models. Compared to other models, it offers a balanced mix of comfort and speed, sitting between cushioned shoes like the Ultraventure and minimalist options like the ST-3.

Surface

road

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(32.5mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(engineered mesh upper)

Weight

229g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

5mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax

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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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4.6/5

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