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Topo Athletic Magnifly 5 – Men's
Road Running · Medium cushion · 0 mm drop · 25 mm stack · 247 g
Roomy anatomical toe box, secure midfoot, true to size.
✓ Ships from Taupō · ✓ Easy 30-day returns · ✓ Covered by the manufacturer's warranty
When a shoe is right as it is, you don't change much. For the fifth generation Topo took the Magnifly and made only small tweaks. The zero drop, cushioned platform features the ZipFoam™ midsole for a soft, yet lightweight and responsive ride. The recycled engineered mesh upper gets a fresh look for a more modern aesthetic. Lace up in the Magnifly 5 and hit the ground running.
Ships from our Taupō warehouse, typically 2–4 working days NZ-wide. Free Click & Collect from the Taupō showroom. Easy 30-day returns on unused gear. Covered by the manufacturer's warranty against defects.
The honest take
Best for
Plush zero-drop road running: cushioned daily training with a natural foot position; ease in if zero drop is new to you.
Specs
| Drop | 0 mmZero drop: heel and forefoot sit level, the foot's natural position. |
|---|---|
| Stack height | 25 mmMid stack: cushioning and ground feel in balance. |
| Weight | 247 gMid-weight: the everyday training range. |
| Cushioning | MediumThe middle of the range. Comfort without bulk. |
| Width | Wide (anatomical) |
| Fit notes | Roomy anatomical toe box, secure midfoot, true to size. |
| Terrain / use | Road Running |
| Best for | Plush zero-drop road running: cushioned daily training with a natural foot position; ease in if zero drop is new to you. |
Specs published by the manufacturer.
Details + technologies
Brand technologies, in plain English
Topo AthleticRoomy Toe Box
The front is shaped like your foot so your toes can spread naturally for better balance and comfort.
Topo's signature fit: they build shoes "shaped like your feet." The anatomical toe box "allows toes to spread naturally and comfortably," which helps your toes align for better balance and stability over long distances. Trade-off: the forefoot is genuinely wide, so if you're used to a snug race fit, size and lace for it. Topo holds the midfoot and heel snug to compensate.
Topo AthleticLow Heel-to-Toe Drop
A low, near-level heel-to-toe height that encourages a natural midfoot stride.
Topo's geometry runs low (0–5 mm drop across the range), which they say "encourages a midfoot strike when running so you move naturally through the gait cycle." Benefit: a more natural, grounded feel underfoot. Trade-off: lower drops load the calf and Achilles more, so allow a transition period if you're coming from a traditional 8–12 mm shoe.
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 Topo Athletic Magnifly 5 - Men's Road Running Shoes
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| Drop | 0 mm | 5 mm | 5 mm |
| Stack height | 25 mm | 37 mm | 28 mm |
| Weight | 247 g | 230 g | 196 g |
| Cushioning | Medium | Max | Medium |
| Grip | — | — | — |
| Width | Wide (anatomical) | Wide (anatomical) | Wide (anatomical) |
| Fit notes | Roomy anatomical toe box, secure midfoot, true to size. | Roomy anatomical toe box, secure midfoot, true to size. | Roomy anatomical toe box, secure midfoot, true to size. |
| Terrain / use | Road Running | Road Running | Road Running |
| Best for | Plush zero-drop road running: cushioned daily training with a natural foot position; ease in if zero drop is new to you. | Tempo runs and race day: a light, high-cushion ride that moves quickly at pace. | Fast sessions on the road: light and responsive for tempo runs, intervals and racing. |
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