I read the other reviews. A few thoughts: 1) regarding the achilles rub: I did notice this on first two runs. I gently stretched the heel counter with my hand and have kept wearing them ( a bunch of 5-6 mile runs) and have had zero issues. I have a very large haglunds deformity and it doesn't bother it 2) regarding lateral stability. It feels snug to me. I could see hard/ vigorous lateral shuttle type drills requiring a tighter heel but it feels good running fast up/down/around corners. Feels great at 5k pace Last thoughts: I feel like the fly lyte is Topo's gem: it's a shoe that eases a person into a more anatomical fit, while providing supple cushioning and pretty light setup. The fly lyte along with barefoot running in grass led me to the st..... I think if you like running barefoot in grass and like that light free sensation, you likely will be able to appreciate the st..... I've never really liked running barefoot on pavement and never liked the super low stack slipper type shoes, so this stack height is just right..... I feel like topo delivered exactly what they promoted. I hope they make basically an xc racing version of this with tread and firmer heel and possibly even less stack height for soft surfaces ( like a 5.5-7 oz mens shoe)

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I was looking to replace my worn out Altra Escalantes. I am very pleased. The forefoot is wide, but my foot does not slip forward. The heel does not gap or slip around. I like the subdued colorway.

Just got my second pair and I've run the first ones into the ground. Surprisingly the durability was very good at around 500-600 miles. I used them for track work, tempo runs and lifting/cross training. Also work as a daily shoe. Pretty much one of a kind shoe that can do it all for minimalist types.

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Best shoe ever made IMO

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I've run lots of ultras, marathons and ironmans in the only shoe I ever thought would work- five fingers. I have wanted to switch to a pair of normalized shoes for the last few years and this is finally the pair (40 previous attempts) that works. I will continue to buy this until topo messes it up or if they leave it as is this shoe will work forever for me.

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This shoe is sharp-looking and very comfortable. I High quality also. I would buy again.

I got into the semi-minimalist/wide toe box/zero drop platform many years ago with another brand. Unfortunately, their "improvements" seem to keep bringing them closer in line to the pack of traditional running shoes. In steps Topo. The ST-3 has a super comfortable upper, roomy toe box, a responsive sole allowing you to feel the road but comfy enough to avoid pokey rocks, and a very lightweight, quick feel. Highly recommend giving them a try if you're in this genre of shoe.

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The ST-3s are the same size as my ST-2s but feel slightly smaller with a little less toe box width also. The variation is really slight though and the shoes have stretched some with use. The ST-3s are flexible and seem to cushion impact a little more so than the ST-2s. I switched to topo mainly for the zero drop characteristic and have been surprised at how great both the ST-2 and ST-3s feel overall. Really great running shoes!!

I love these shoes! I had ran through 5 pairs of the ST-2 and just bought 3 pair of ST-3. The most important thing to me is that once you find a shoe you like with a normal large brand; they go and make a major change the next year and you are back to the shoe dating game again! I have been able to consistently buy the ST series and am a lifer at this point. The shoes are light and give a nice low to the ground feel. I really like that the heal cup is just fabric so that they pack up pretty small in my bag for travel or going to the gym.