Ultraventure 4

This, have used them for years and have been great. Most of my shoes are Topo because I have big wide feet and I like zero to minimal drop

Topo Ultraventure 4. They improved the foam and they have enough room for longer trail runs. Better toe box than Nikes and more durable vibram outsole. I have a older UV3 I've been every day since last year and IT JUST WONT DIE. I've used them on 15+ mile trail runs in the rocky mountains, fyi

I had to try on a dozen and return 3 pairs before I found a "best". Topo ultraventure 4. Everyone varies, try some on, buy at a place that will let you return used (I bought at REI)

Fit. Fit. Fit. Esp for downhill decent toe box space plus a solid heel fit can be the difference between the best/worst day. I have wide feet and a steep/high mid foot and traipsed all over town trying diff brands/sizes on, had 3 diff pairs shipped from overseas (no model/sizes in the most promising brand here in Japan). In the end Topo Ultraventure 4 wide are my Cinderella trail shoe for now. Also don't underestimate how much difference socks make.

I’m love my Topo ultraventure 4’s for gravel running. Cushion and mild grip.

In case you want justification, yes. I have 4 pair: 1. Short distance trainer (light cushion, nimble, no plate). This is the one I wear for all my weekday runs and it’s my most loved running shoe in a LONG time. [NB Rebel v4](https://www.newbalance.com/pd/fuelcell-rebel-v4/WFCXV4-41133-PMG-NA.html). 2. Long distance trainer (more cushion, nylon plate) for those long weekend runs. Saucony [Endorphin Speed](https://www.saucony.com/en/endorphin-speed-4/58853W.html). I still wear the v3 because I prefer it to the v4 (fits my foot well) but the v4 gets better reviews. 3. Race shoe (light, moderate cushion, carbon plate). I wear these only for my most intense speed workouts (mostly to be used to running in them) and racing. [NB Pacer v2](https://www.newbalance.com/pd/fuelcell-supercomp-pacer-v2/WFCRRV2-48659.html). 4. Trail shoe. For obvious reasons. :) :) [Topo Ultraventure](https://www.topoathletic.com/womens-ultraventure-4) (I still wear the v3) Edited to add my shoes.

Yes, the ultraventure as someone else said. Fantastic shoe and good for those mixed runs.

I have both the UV and the EW2 and definitely would recommend the UV. It’s a very good shoe. The EW2 isn’t bad, but not a fan of the fit on the heel for running hills. The UV also has pretty good durability for me so far. Got about 700 miles on my first pair, whereas normally get 300-400 with altras.

I’m hoping to get some suggestions from other runners with wider feet. I absolutely loved the original Saucony Xodus Ultras, but I’ve finally run through my stockpile and need to find a new go-to trail shoe.  About me: I’m a heavier runner (200lbs) with wider feet, so I need a good toe box and enough room in the midfoot (too snug and I end up with pain after longer runs.)  Here’s what I’ve tried recently: * Altra Experience Wild - Good fit, enjoying these so far. * Topo Ultraventure 4 - Also a solid fit, no complaints. * Topo MNT Racer 3 - Too narrow in the midfoot, caused discomfort after a 10-miler. * Saucony Xodus Ultra 3 - Unfortunately too narrow overall for me. * Peregrine 12's (wide) - Good for technical routes and quicker paces.  I’m open to rotating a few models for different distances and terrain. I’m curious about the following shoes but am open to other suggestions. Not a big fan of zero drops. Have caused calf issues in the past. * Brooks Catamount / Caldera / Cascadia * North Face Altamesa 500 * Norda 001 * NNormal Tomir 2.0  Would love to hear from anyone with similar need, especially if you’ve found a solid Xodus Ultra alternative that works for wider feet. Bonus points for shoes that can handle longer miles or varied terrain.

I have two pairs of Ultraventure 4s for a mix of road/trail and I love them.

I've run those trails and in Speedgoats and Ultraventures, either would be fine. If you're running the 50K, the Peregrine could work too. It's a good idea to have 2 pairs, and I'd rather use both in training so they feel the same for race day. 1 pair will work fine a lot of the time, only consideration would be if you had 300 miles of trail training before race day or something like that, maybe not ideal to start a race with busted shoes.