Topo Athletic Atmos 2
Road Daily Trainer · Road Easy Recovery

Topo Athletic Atmos 2

A pleasant, cushioned workhorse trainer that's the plusher, higher-stack evolution of the Phantom. — Doctors of Running

Physical blueprint

Where this shoe sits

Weight 283 g
Heel stack 42.0 mm
Drop 5.0 mm
Cushioning Maximal

Specifications

Weight (M9)
283g (10.0 oz)
Stack (Heel)
42.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
37.0 mm
Drop
5.0 mm
Midsole
ZipFoam (TPU+EVA blend)
Outsole
Rubber, strategic zones
Upper
Recycled engineered mesh
Lacing
Traditional

Fit Profile

Forefoot Width
Wide
Midfoot Width
Roomy
Heel Width
Wide
Lockdown
Good
Toe Box
Wide

Ride Characteristics

Cushioning
Maximal
Stability
Neutral

Expert reviews · 1 reviewer · grouped per channel

DO
Doctors of Running Youtube ↗

A pleasant, cushioned workhorse trainer that's the plusher, higher-stack evolution of the Phantom.

+1 earlier review from Doctors of Running

A close continuation of the original Atmos with a nicer upper; the tester still has more miles on his original pair but rates this as a worthy eventual replacement, though it wasn't his top daily-trainer pick of the year.

Best for: Easy miles when the feet are tired.

Frequently asked questions

How does the Topo Athletic Atmos 2 fit?

Reviewers note: Wide toe box; less noticeable sidewall pressure than the Phantom because the foot sits higher in more foam

Per Doctors of Running.

How much does the Topo Athletic Atmos 2 weigh and what is its drop?

The Topo Athletic Atmos 2 weighs about 283g (men's 9), has a 42.0mm heel stack and a 5.0mm heel-toe drop.

What shoes is the Topo Athletic Atmos 2 compared to?

Reviewers compare the Topo Athletic Atmos 2 to Topo Athletic Phantom 4.

Per Doctors of Running.

How many experts have reviewed the Topo Athletic Atmos 2?

Next Pair aggregates 2 expert reviews of the Topo Athletic Atmos 2, including Doctors of Running.

Per Doctors of Running.

Where it sits among similar shoes

Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.

Weight · lower = lighter Men's size 9
Topo Athletic Atmos 2
283g
Kiprun Kipride Max
278g
Altra FWD Via 2
281g
HOKA Gaviota 6
283g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning mm
Topo Athletic Atmos 2
42.0mm
Kiprun Kipride Max
44.0mm
Altra FWD Via 2
37.0mm
HOKA Gaviota 6
39.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning mm
Topo Athletic Atmos 2
5.0mm
Kiprun Kipride Max
6.0mm
Altra FWD Via 2
4.0mm
HOKA Gaviota 6
6.0mm

Topo Athletic Atmos 2

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Last updated 2026-09-29