Phantom 2
Product Overview
Built to take on your long runs, daily training, and recovery runs, Phantom 2 delivers the comfort of its predecessor, now with even more cushioning and response. These cushioned road runners for men feature an overlay-free engineered mesh upper made of 30% recycled materials to keep the foot cool and comfortable, with reinforced security through the midfoot. With a 3 mm higher stack height, the updated midsole features a ZipFoam™ core for a snappy, yet soft feel underfoot. The external TPU heel counter integrates with the midsole to keep the foot seated over the platform for a secure and stable ride.
Specs
- Best For:Road Running
- Stack Height:33mm (heel) // 28mm (forefoot)
- Heel to Toe Drop: 5MM
- Weight:10.3 oz (M9)
Why We Love It
5MM Drop
Our highest available drop allows you to access natural running with more under-heel cushioning.
Recycled Materials
Keeping sustainability in mind to help keep waste out of landfills.
Roomy Toe Box
Anatomical toe box allows toes to spread naturally and comfortably.
More Cushioning and Resilience
Proprietary midsole compound which is springier than EVA and offers more rebound over the life of the shoe.
In The Press
More responsive, more cushioned and a faster shoe
"A supremely comfortable walking and all day wear shoe."
Sizing
Most Liked Positive Review
Roomy toe box, good cushioning, snug mid foot & heel fit.
I am 73 and do over 20 miles per week speed walking. Due to "old knees" and past plantar fasciitis issues, shoe fit and design is critical to me. I had been wearing various Altra shoes for a number of years, but have abandoned the brand due to constant changes that compromised fit and reduced qual...
Most Liked Negative Review
So many good qualities, but missing a few keys.
I use these Phantoms to knock out miles on the road. The color scheme (Ocean/Lime) is beautiful, toe-box is wonderfully spacious, and the midsole is plush. The two things that might prevent me from getting this shoe again are: (1) The stitching down the outside of the shoe doesn't stretch or shift...
Reviewed by 92 customers
Great running shoe!!
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Comments about Phantom 2
I really like how light weight they are and the toe box is perfect for me as I have wider feet. Great product overall definitely a customer from now on.
Best trail shoe yet
By far my favorite trail shoe yet. The fit - classic Topo, wide toe box and snug mid and heel. The cushioning - the zip foam is soft yet springy. The uppers and lacing - comfortable and the lacing was easy to dial in. The ride - perfect, the vibram sole provides a rugged, stable platform unlike my Altra Timps. I still like my Timps and mix it up with my Phantoms, but if I had to choose the Phantoms are superior and my go to choice.
Perfect fit and great quality
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Comments about Phantom 2
Recovering from knee injuries and wanted a lower drop shoe with wide toe box. Ticks all my boxes!
What!
I had never heard of Topo shoes until I went the running hub in Santa Fe. Best shoes I have ever owned! I have had several knee surgeries and have tried every brand you can think of and these are by far my favorite!
Feels good
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Comments about Phantom 2
I do hair I'm on my feet all day and I have had 3 foot surgeries and they support my feet and keep my feet from hurting
Favorite easy long run shoe!
I initially bought a pair of Phantom 2s on my PT's recommendation after developing achilles tendonitis to have something with a slight heel-to-toe drop to alternate with my zero drop Altra collection. These quickly became my favorite shoe for all those easy long runs during Berlin Marathon training. The 5mm drop + wide toebox combination is perfect, and they're well cushioned yet firm - exactly what I want from my long run shoe. They pair great with the Topo Specter for long runs with tempo miles!
Overall great shoe
Switching to Topo the very first thing I noticed was my lower back felt much better after my runs. I rotate my shoes and never run on them worn out. The overall comfort of the shoe is great , I am averaging right around 40 miles a week and I feel substantially better after my runs. I am looking forward to adding additional Topos to my collection.
Great Kix
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Comments about Phantom 2
No more blistered toes with all that room up front!
Great daily or recovery shoe
Super comfy perfect fit I love the foam I wouldn't change a thing about this model
Nice and comfy for feet
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Comments about Phantom 2
Feels great on my big and wide feet. Highly recommend.