TOPO ATHLETIC MAGNIFLY 2
Tony Post, one of the central figures behind Vibram and the “barefoot” movement started Topo Athletic a few years ago. While the company makes more cushioned shoes for both the road and the trail, it does embrace the “zero-drop” philosophy, meaning the forefoot sits at the same height as the heel.
The Magnify 2 is the first update of Topo’s neutral road shoe. Central to the success of this shoe is the ample toe box, which allows for lots of toe extension and splay. It really does feel nice to run in such a wide shoe, that otherwise doesn’t feel sloppy around the rest of the foot. The upper has some nice design improvements, using a mesh, breathable upper, without any heavy overlays. The dual-density midsole EVA feels vastly improved as well, with a slightly more cushioned ride.