Topo Athletic / Specter

Specter

Speed Trainer2022-05-30 · US · AnnouncedChecked 2026-11-10

The original Specter is a high-cushion road trainer for tempo work and faster long runs. A high-energy Pebax insert sits inside a stabilizing EVA frame, while rocker geometry supports smooth propulsion without a plate. Thin rubber adds traction only where needed to control weight. The recycled engineered-mesh upper combines breathability with Topo's roomy toe box for speed sessions and longer efforts.

Key specifications

Weight

252 g

All models average 268.9 gDifference from average −16.9 g

Average of 973 models

Drop

5 mm

All models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −1.8 mm

Average of 986 models

Stack (heel)

35 mm

All models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +0.7 mm

Average of 810 models

MSRP

$160.00 USD · US · Tax excluded

All models average $165.57Difference from average −5.57 USD

Average of 680 models

This modelAll models average

Stack (forefoot): 30 mm
Carbon plate: No
Midsole: Pebax / EVA
Outsole: rubber
Use cases: Daily / Tempo / Long Run

Weight notes Weight is for one men’s shoe at M9.

Plate notes The retailer describes the shoe as plateless.

IN CONTEXT

Specs in context

Weight × stack788 models shown

Topo Athletic Specter252 g / 35 mm

Weight distribution973 models

95 g385 g

This model 252 gAll models average 268.9 gDifference from average −16.9 g

Drop distribution986 models

0 mm12 mm

This model 5 mmAll models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −1.8 mm

Stack distribution810 models

5 mm60 mm

This model 35 mmAll models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +0.7 mm

MSRP distribution · USD · US · Tax excluded680 models

$50.00$500.00

This model $160.00All models average $165.57Difference from average −$5.57

Unknown values are excluded. Shoe sizes and measurement conditions vary, so use these averages and distributions as a guide when comparing specifications.

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