@DarwinOnthetrail

Have you tried the New Pursuit 2? What NEW TRAIL SHOES have you been loving lately? 🥾

👇Let Us Know Down Below!👇

@dallashill23

It’s mind blowing that an excellent shoe is created, it’s near perfect, and they  change what worked into something that doesn’t work. The secret to greatness is to continue being great.

@KLRBugeater

I'm a runner. My favorite shoe maker keeps improving my shoe with stuff I really don't want.  I buy in bulk now (5x pairs) if I find a shoe I like, so I don't have to constantly adjust to a new fit/design improvement...

@joospis

The best update to these shoes would be going back to the old version. If you want to raise the price, just raise the price. You don’t need to make the shoe worse while you’re at it

@DevinSchiro

So glad you put this particular video out, and I hope Topo actually sees this (and reads the comments) and hopefully pays attention so that they don't slip into becoming the next Altra as far as poor craftsmanship. I'll admit I'm already pretty irked at them, as it took me 3 years to find the only shoe that doesn't cause me issues, which was the award-winning Trailventure 2 boot. Guess which one they just discontinued this year, probably because it wasn't selling as well (despite winning REI's best boot award or something like that)....yep.

I'm probably one of the few people who don't mind the gaiter hooks in the back, but the gaiters themselves are not sewn well enough and I've had multiple pairs tear at the single-stitch they use. The hook also tends to slip out from the front way more than the Dirty Girls. They're heavier too. Some days I go without gaiters just to avoid the weight penalty. If they're going to re-design anything, it's the gaiters that deserve a second pass. The shoes were fine, they shouldn't have touched a thing.

Why shoes companies can't just adhere to the "if it ain't broken don't fix it" mentality will forever be lost on me.

Anyway solid video, doin the lord's work here Darwin.

@randygonzalez5758

Darwin is the master of reviews.  He has such a respectful and no BS approach that is so damn informative

@ryancooperthompson979

I did pick up a pair of the 2s and agree with pretty much every point you made, except that for me the toe box feels slightly narrower when compared to my 1s.  I’ve gone through 2 pairs of the 1s after 900 miles and have a new 3rd pair in my reserve because I also loved them so much. The only wear I have on the uppers is near the top of the ankle. I use dirty girl gaiters and the Velcro they provide held pretty well to my 1s.  I also really liked the color of the 1s compared to the 2s, but am just glad that they continue to have color options that aren’t obnoxious as hell

@TelosBudo

I got a pair of these when they released. I'm liking them. I use them for canoe portaging, carrying heavy weight and walking through shallow rivers and shorelines. I like the new quick-dry sole and fabric. They're comfy, and made well.

@brholder1

I've just started using the Topo Traverse, I wanted to try out a shoe with a rock plate. They have been good so far. I was using Terraventure 3's, an awesome shoe. I do like Topo's gaiters. They stay with the shoe when you take them off. I more often than not forgot to put on my Dirty Girls before I put on my shoes.

@DPM-dp9on

Topo is definitely watching. Let’s see if they are listening.

@brickmissing8295

I’ve just sprung for a pair of these based on this review since Altra do not have any Lone Peaks in size 12 wide to replace my old pair. Fingers crossed.

@curtelverd4008

I just purchased my first pair of Topos and in the Pursuit 2 at that. I, too, have been a die hard Altra guy for over a decade because the wide toe box kept my feet from getting blisters and were great for triathlon. But, I kept seeing all these YouTube videos about Topo so I tried a pair of Mtn. Racer 3’s on at a local store and was shocked. They held my heel and midfoot much more secure than Altras, and I could feel the extreme grip of the Vibram sole (even grippier than my Olympus). I’m excited to give these shoes their first backpacking run in the Sawtooth mountains this week!

@bpjbp

Great review. I enjoy your reviews. I'm usually left with several questions after most reviews. But not usually with yours, including this one. You answer every question that I have. It's as if you're reading my mind. And they have good flow.

@pikaoutdoors7414

Still rocking the Pursuit 1.

@Niveous1

This video could not have come at the most perfect time as I've been looking (and struggling) to find a shoe to take out on the trail. I ordered the pursuit 2's based off your previous video. However, I'm so sad, I love the pursuit 2's overall, even the fit, except for the arch support. It's way too prominent for my liking and for my foot. Topo recommended I go up .5 a size, would changing out the insole help? Thanks and great video as always!

@ryanriddell8376

I couldn’t find the pursuit 1 after your video so I bought their 3mm drop terraventure. I have 230 Sheltowee Trace miles on them and another ~200 miles of other miles. I picked up the Pursuit 2 recently as they were finally available. Having a narrow heal, I wish they still made the pursuit 1 and am considering going back to Altra. 

But one thing I love on Topo is the better heal support which has prevented twisted ankles on trail.

@sheilaoregan8746

Great review!  I love Topo’s and wear the Ultraventure 3’s for walking and hiking.  I like the extra cushioning 😊.   I also have the Trailventure WP 2’s for winter walking/hiking.  They are great for keeping my feet warm & dry while walking in snowy conditions plus are light so I don’t feel like I’m dragging 5 lbs around on my feet that other winter boots feel like.

@Seriallette

I bought the Pursuit 2 after watching few reviews online. 
I definitely relate to all the issues mentioned in the video. While I liked them, no less no more than other high end shoes, the durability is not what I expected. I put 200+miles on them and they have already massive fabrics cut and stuff. I had blisters using them for 10 days consecutive. 
I’ll be back to HOKA for my next pair.

@jamisonswift4444

I'm right there with you. I'm trying some Topo MTN Racer 3's right now because I'm so fed up with Altra changing the Timps. I just want the Timp 2's back again and wish they'd stop messing with it

@peterschenck4067

I purchased a pair of these before I went to a two and a half week trip to Italy. It wasn’t a hiking or running trip. I was in full tourist mode. Rome, Venice, some stops in Croatia…. So lots of steps and lots of standing around in line on paver stones.

I am 6’ 3” and a robust 280 pounds. I use blue SuperFeet insoles. I wear a men’s US size 13. 

These shoes never let me down. I spent hours and hours a day exploring these cities on foot. My feet never felt tired at the end of the day, and I never had to put a single piece of leuko tape on for rub spots. 

As things cool down outside here wt home, I am looking forward to putting many miles on these during day hikes around the area. If I can convince my wife to go for a three or four day section hike, even better!!!

Thanks for the review Darwin!  These are the best pair of trail shoes (and I am old enough to have started back when everyone wore leather boots when they went hiking and canoe tripping) that I have ever used!