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

Topos are the best for larger people and wide feet. I have tried all that are listed above and have found the topo ultraventure to be the best!

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.

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.