Topo Athletic  Phantom 3 Road-Running Shoes - Women's

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Ready for long runs, speedwork or days at the gym, the women's Topo Athletic Phantom 3 road-running shoes deliver a cushioned, lightweight and responsive ride, so you can focus on your workout.

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Features

  • Streamlined uppers provide a secure and breathable fit and are made of 30% recycled engineered mesh, or the equivalent of three 16 oz. plastic water bottles in every pair
  • Roomy toe boxes allow your toes to align in their natural position for better balance and comfort
  • Secure midfoot and heel design keeps you feeling nimble and agile through every mile
  • OrthoLite® Performance insoles offers additional long-term comfort, resilience and odor resistance
  • Updated 2-piece midsoles feature ZipFoamâ„¢ formula for an even softer, lighter and more responsive ride
  • 33 mm (heel) and 28 mm (forefoot) stack height offers a plush step-in feel, ideal for long miles and comfortable all-day wear
  • Strategically placed rubber on the outsoles provides enhanced traction and durability where needed

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Running

Running Shoe Support

Neutral

Running Shoe Cushioning

Maximum Cushion

Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm)

5

Heel Stack Height (mm)

33

Forefoot Stack Height (mm)

28

Footwear Height

Ankle

Footwear Closure

Lace-up

Upper

Engineered mesh (30% recycled)

Lining

Textile

Midsole

ZipFoam: EVA/TPU

Outsole

Rubber

Vegan

Yes

Weight (Pair)

15 ounces

Gender

Women's

Sustainability

Contains recycled materials

Size Chart

Topo Athletic Footwear - Women's
66.577.588.599.51010.51112
U.S. Women's66.577.588.599.51010.51112
UK44.555.566.577.588.5910
EU3737.53838.5394040.5414242.54344
Mondo22.52323.52424.52525.52626.52727.528.5
Foot Length (in.)8.99.19.39.49.69.81010.210.410.610.811.2

Sizing Notes

Measurements are stated in inches.

Buying Advice

How to Choose Running Shoes

Where do you plan to run?

  • Road or track: Lighter shoes for speed, more cushioned shoes for distance
  • Gravel paths: Hybrid shoes, designed for both road and trail

Cushion comes down to "feel" vs. "float"

  • Minimal and barefoot cushioning: little to no padding, more groundfeel
  • Moderate cushioning: more traditional ride
  • Maximum cushioning: softest, bounciest ride


What kind of support do you need?
Depending on your gait, you may need a stability shoe. But most runners will fare well with a neutral shoe.

Make sure the shoe fits.
No breaking in periods, period! Your shoe should fit well from the get go.

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Reviews
22 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars

Ratings Snapshot

Product Rating

4.4
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10 out of 11 (91%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
love these shoes.
gala
1 year ago
I love these shoes. I switched to Altra Lone Peak and do like the zero drop, but I needed slightly more cushion for walking on sidewalks/roads and didn't like the other road cushioned Altra shoes I tried. These are not zero, but still low drop, are very comfortable and still have the wide toe box. I had been looking for another brand that offered the wider toe box and here it is!
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gala
27 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
Phantom 3 Do not fit with costum orthodics.
Dempsy
11 months ago
Phantom 3 do not fit using custom orthodics. Phantom 2 worked just fine with orthodics. Phantom 3 design was changed. There is less height through the foot box. Lace area dug into my foot severely. I even put think bandages on my foot to compensate. Topo....put the phantoms back to the Phantom 2 design please!!
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Dempsy
6 people found this review helpful
flagstaffcindy
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

These shoes were made for me!

6 months ago

I'm not a runner, but bought these shoes to replace some HOKA Speedgoats. I wanted something not so ramped up as the HOKAs that I could wear to the gym for weight training and cardio, and also some walking of 2 miles or so. I usually have a hard time finding a good fit - I have a wide forefoot (bunions) and a not-so-wide heel. These were perfect in my usual size and regular width. I usually have to add inserts, but I found the insoles of these to be enough for my use cases. They are easy to get on/off, and color neutral enough to go with most things. They are lightweight, perhaps not suitable for a lot of miles per day, but are great for my purposes.

Age:65–74
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'2"
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8.5
Yes , I recommend this product

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runner21212
Maryland
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Big ole Toe Box : )

4 months ago

When you mention the phrase "toe box" to anyone who isn't a runner, you get some weird looks. But if you, like me, have feet that spread generously as they near the toe, (I was a modern dancer for years), you can really appreciate a big, old, wide toe box. I'm a daily runner and proficient half-marathoner and the Phantom is working really well for me. It is the perfect shoe if you are looking for some cushion, a wide toe box, and a mid-range drop. I broke up with Altra's Torin for this shoe and my feet and calves are much happier now. The Torin's most recent re-design is flawed, I almost instantly wore a hole in the inside back of the heel, and they seem to have decreased the width of the shoe overall.

Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'2"
Average Weekly Mileage:30+ miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product

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Anonymous
LA, CA
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Love, love, love the wide toe box, but...

7 months ago

Love, love, love the wide toe box, but there is too much heel slip. Np matter how I laced the shoes I wore a spot in the insole at the heel in the first month. I added Engo Blister Tape (a little too late) and that really helped keep the shoes comfortable but it's not an ideal solution. If I'm being picky I'll also add that I have a high instep so the tongue doesn't always cover by foot under the laces - I can get it right with fiddling but I wish the shoe itself was a little taller across the instep. If this sounds like I don't like these shoes that's not so - they have nice arch support and are comfortable in a range of temoperatures. I will try another pair in this brand.

Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 9
Running Experience:Casual
Yes , I recommend this product

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gala
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

love these shoes.

1 year ago

I love these shoes. I switched to Altra Lone Peak and do like the zero drop, but I needed slightly more cushion for walking on sidewalks/roads and didn't like the other road cushioned Altra shoes I tried. These are not zero, but still low drop, are very comfortable and still have the wide toe box. I had been looking for another brand that offered the wider toe box and here it is!

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Ang
Seattle
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Wear to Work

11 months ago

Finding a new shoe is tough when your favorite is no longer good enough. I bought these to replace my very worn out Hokas (Stinson ATR 6, which has been some redesigned and doesn’t fit the same) after trying a few different shoes. The toebox is roomier than my Hokas which I love. What I don't like: feet feel like they aren't getting air, even after short (1 mile) walks my feet feel a little sweaty. Also, the area for ball of the foot feels like it has no cushioning, unlike my Hokas. I'm keeping these because I can wear these in the office, the neutral color works well, and they are comfortable enough (and it means I dont need to buy flats too).

Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'3"
Average Weekly Mileage:0–10 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product

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gala
Atlanta
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Love the toe box and the comfort!

1 year ago

love love love these shoes. I have been an Altra Lone Peak fan and still am, but found I sometimes needed a bit more cushioning and a little bit of drop. These are so comfortable with the wide toe box and a little springier... I've had only a few months and am not using them for long runs, so can't attest to hard wear long term but so far so good. MIght buy another pair !

Age:55–64
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'3"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7.5
Running Experience:Casual
Yes , I recommend this product

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Deb
North Carolina
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great shoes so far

9 months ago

So far they are extremely comfortable. After several weeks of wearing them they’re even better. They are the most comfortable walking shoes I’ve ever owned. I have purchased another pair of the same brand in a different color already. Very satisfied! I’ve recommended them to a number of friends.

Age:65–74
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'2"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7.5
Running Experience:Casual

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Bean
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Helps tremendously with Plantar issues

1 month ago

For some reason, topo shoes are very hard to find in the wild. I needed to try the phantom 3 on before buying. I have been wearing phantom 2 for a while and it completely fixed my plantar fasciitis. I have tried on many other comparable brands and topo is literally the ONLY shoe I can wear without PF pain. Before buying topo, I couldn’t walk half a mile in my old shoes, now I’m walking/running 7 miles a day and still training pain free. So far, the Phantom 3 feels exactly like the 2. Hopefully I get the same results. I do wish they would make a few other wild color options, but with PF, a functional shoe is a shoe.

Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'4"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 9.5
Running Experience:Beginner
Yes , I recommend this product

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lexi trail runs
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

great shoe - coming from a trail runner

9 months ago

I am a Trail Runner in Colorado and typically wesr the terreventure 4. It has been really difficult for me to find a comparable shoes for the road. This shoe has been perfect for me. I hate running road, but this has made the experience so much better.

Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'4"
Average Weekly Mileage:30+ miles
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product

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Dempsy
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Phantom 3 Do not fit with costum orthodics.

11 months ago

Phantom 3 do not fit using custom orthodics. Phantom 2 worked just fine with orthodics. Phantom 3 design was changed. There is less height through the foot box. Lace area dug into my foot severely. I even put think bandages on my foot to compensate. Topo....put the phantoms back to the Phantom 2 design please!!

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