Topo Athletic Traverse 2 Women

A sturdy shoe you notice most when the terrain gets tough. It feels protected and stable underfoot, with a roomy toe box that lets your toes spread. Topo positions it as a stability shoe: it keeps your foot calmly in place, even on uneven ground.

Made for long days on technical trails. On a rocky descent in the Alps or across wet stones in the Ardennes, the outsole gives you grip and a flexible forefoot plate protects against sharp stones and roots. Especially after a few hours, when your legs get tired and you step less precisely, you notice that extra confidence. With the universal gaiter system you can easily attach a gaiter to keep out stones and dirt.

Not sure? Look at what you'll mainly use it for. This is first and foremost a shoe for hiking and easy trail runs; for running at pace it feels heavy and less smooth. The durable upper holds up well on rocks and between bushes, but it's less airy: in warm weather it feels warmer than a thin trail shoe. Looking for something lighter and faster? Then check out the Terraventure 5.

In short: a sturdy, stable shoe for technical terrain and long days in the mountains.