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Topo Athletic ST-5 – Men's
Gym & Training · Minimal cushion · 0 mm drop · 14 mm stack · 187 g
Roomy anatomical toe box, secure midfoot, true to size.
✓ Ships from Taupō · ✓ Easy 30-day returns · ✓ Covered by the manufacturer's warranty
Natural running enthusiasts and gym-goers, this minimalist shoe for working out is for you. For the refreshed ST-5, Topo added a ZipFoam™ midsole and lowered the zero drop platform to just 14 mm for a close-to-barefoot experience, with just enough cushioning to keep you comfortable. The sleek upper features a recycled mesh and delivers a secure, well-ventilated fit. If you prefer a minimal underfoot experience for everything from running, to gym work, to casual wear, look no further than the Topo Athletic ST-5.
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
Gym sessions and strength work: a zero-drop, minimal platform that keeps you stable and connected to the floor.
Specs
| Drop | 0 mmZero drop: heel and forefoot sit level, the foot's natural position. |
|---|---|
| Stack height | 14 mmLower stack: more ground feel, less bulk underfoot. |
| Weight | 187 gLight: race-day and fast-training territory. |
| Cushioning | MinimalA firmer, responsive feel. More feedback from the ground. |
| Width | Wide (anatomical) |
| Fit notes | Roomy anatomical toe box, secure midfoot, true to size. |
| Terrain / use | Gym & Training |
| Best for | Gym sessions and strength work: a zero-drop, minimal platform that keeps you stable and connected to the floor. |
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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| Drop | 0 mm | 5 mm | 5 mm |
| Stack height | 14 mm | 37 mm | 28 mm |
| Weight | 187 g | 230 g | 196 g |
| Cushioning | Minimal | 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 | Gym & Training | Road Running | Road Running |
| Best for | Gym sessions and strength work: a zero-drop, minimal platform that keeps you stable and connected to the floor. | 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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