Topo Athletic Ultraventure 5 Women's Trail Running Shoes

Plush Comfort. Roomy Toe Box. Ready for Long Trail Miles.

Five generations in, the Topo Athletic Ultraventure 5 Women's continues its reputation as a comfortable, versatile trail running shoe made for runners and hikers who want to go long.

Designed for trail running, hiking and road-to-trail adventures, the Ultraventure 5 combines a generous 35mm heel / 30mm forefoot stack, updated ZipFoam™ cushioning, a 5mm heel-to-toe drop and the signature Topo fit: a roomy anatomical toe box paired with a secure midfoot and heel.

Underfoot, the Vibram® XS Trek outsole uses an all-terrain lug pattern designed to transition comfortably between trail, gravel and road. Up top, an updated mesh construction increases durability, while Topo's universal gaiter attachment system gives you the option of adding extra protection when heading deeper into the trails.

For the Tribe&Trail community, the Ultraventure 5 is a compelling option for long trail runs, ultramarathons, gravel running, hiking and everyday trail training—especially if comfort and toe room are high on your list.

Updated ZipFoam™ Cushioning

The Ultraventure has always been about comfort, and version five keeps that philosophy firmly intact.

Topo has updated the ZipFoam™ midsole while retaining the familiar 35mm / 30mm platform. The result is designed to maintain the plush, responsive ride that has made the Ultraventure such a popular high-cushion trail shoe.

With plenty of foam underfoot, the Ultraventure 5 provides protection from repetitive trail impact without pushing into Topo's maximum-cushion category.

That balance makes it particularly well suited to:

• Long-distance trail running
• Ultra training
• Gravel running
• Long hiking days
• Easy and steady trail kilometres
• Road-to-trail adventures

When comfort matters more than aggressive technical-trail precision, the Ultraventure 5 hits a useful sweet spot.

35mm / 30mm Stack with a 5mm Drop

The Women's Ultraventure 5 features:

Heel Stack: 35mm
Forefoot Stack: 30mm
Heel-to-Toe Drop: 5mm

The 5mm drop provides a relatively low-offset platform without moving all the way to zero drop.

This makes the Ultraventure 5 an interesting option for runners looking for a more natural-feeling trail shoe while still wanting some heel-to-toe offset.

The Topo Fit – Room for Your Toes

One of the defining features of Topo Athletic footwear is its distinctive fit.

The Ultraventure 5 combines an anatomical roomy toe box with a secure midfoot and heel. Topo designs the forefoot to allow the toes to spread more naturally, while the rear of the shoe remains secure for better control on the trail.

For long-distance runners and hikers, that extra forefoot space can be particularly valuable as feet begin to swell after hours on the move.

It's important to understand that a roomy toe box doesn't simply mean the whole shoe is loose.

Roomy Toes + Secure Midfoot + Secure Heel

That's the Topo difference.

The Ultraventure 5 Women's is also offered by Topo in standard and wide sizing, providing additional options for different foot shapes.

Vibram® XS Trek – Made for Mixed Terrain

The Ultraventure 5 isn't designed exclusively for highly technical mountain terrain.

Instead, its Vibram® XS Trek outsole uses a carefully designed lug pattern and depth to provide versatile all-terrain performance across trail, gravel and road.

That makes it particularly useful for runners whose routes include:

• Hard-packed trails
• Gravel tracks
• Fire roads
• Forest trails
• Rail trails
• Road-to-trail sections
• Moderate singletrack

The result is a trail shoe that's comfortable when the surface changes rather than feeling overly aggressive on smoother terrain.

Built for Trail Running and Hiking

Not every trail shoe needs to be a lightweight race weapon.

The Ultraventure 5 is designed around comfort, versatility and distance.

Topo officially lists the shoe for trail running, hiking and road-to-trail use, making it equally relevant to runners putting in long training kilometres and hikers looking for a cushioned alternative to traditional hiking footwear.

For the Tribe&Trail community, that means one shoe can cover everything from an easy local trail run to a long day hiking through the Perth Hills.

Updated Durable Mesh Upper

Topo has updated the Ultraventure 5 with a mesh upper designed for increased durability while maintaining the brand's signature fit.

For Australian conditions, where trail shoes regularly encounter dust, gravel and dry bush tracks, additional upper durability is a welcome improvement for a shoe intended to accumulate plenty of kilometres.

Universal Gaiter System

The Ultraventure 5 now features Topo's universal gaiter attachment system.

Add compatible gaiters when you want extra protection from trail debris such as dirt, rocks and twigs.

It's a particularly useful feature for long trail events, hiking and Australian bush trails where loose debris regularly finds its way inside your shoes.

OrthoLite® Performance Insole

Underfoot comfort is further supported by an OrthoLite® performance insole, designed to provide resilient step-in comfort along with antimicrobial properties.

Combined with the plush ZipFoam midsole, it reinforces the Ultraventure's comfort-first approach.

Key Features

• Women's high-cushion trail running shoe
• Designed for trail running, hiking and road-to-trail
• Updated ZipFoam™ midsole
• Plush, responsive underfoot feel
• Vibram® XS Trek outsole
• All-terrain lug pattern
• Signature roomy anatomical toe box
• Secure midfoot and heel
• 35mm heel / 30mm forefoot stack
• 5mm heel-to-toe drop
• Approx. 8.7oz / 247g – Women's US 7
• Durable mesh upper
• Universal gaiter attachment system
• OrthoLite® performance insole
• Neutral support
• High cushioning
• No rock plate
• Standard and wide sizes available

Technical Specifications

Best For

• Trail running
• Long-distance trail running
• Ultra running and ultra training
• Hiking
• Bushwalking
• Gravel running
• Fire trails
• Road-to-trail running
• Hard-packed trails
• Everyday trail training
• Runners wanting additional toe room
• Long days on your feet

Why Choose the Topo Ultraventure 5 Women's?

The Ultraventure 5 is a particularly good option if your idea of trail running is less about attacking the most technical mountain possible and more about comfortably exploring for hours.

Choose the Ultraventure 5 if you want:

• Plenty of cushioning for long distances
• A naturally roomy toe box
• Secure midfoot and heel hold
• A moderate 5mm drop
• Dependable Vibram traction
• A trail shoe that handles gravel and road sections well
• Gaiter compatibility
• A shoe suitable for both running and hiking
• Standard and wide fit options

It's particularly well suited to long-distance runners and hikers who prioritise comfort and foot space as the kilometres accumulate.

For highly rocky and technical terrain where underfoot protection is the priority, a model such as the Topo Terraventure 5 adds a rock plate and more technical Vibram Megagrip outsole.