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Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 vs Topo Athletic Ultraventure 5
The specs that matter for triathlon, side by side, from each maker’s own published figures.
| Spec | Saucony Xodus Ultra 4 | Topo Athletic Ultraventure 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Trail | Trail |
| Support | — | Neutral |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 5 mm |
| Heel stack | 36 mm | 35 mm |
| Weight | 309 g | 303 g |
| Carbon plate | No | No |
| Wide width available | No | Yes |
| Price | ~$170.00 | ~$155.00 |
Which should you pick?
Saucony
Pick the Xodus Ultra 4 if…
On the specs above it doesn’t pull ahead, so choose on fit, feel or price.
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Topo Athletic
Pick the Ultraventure 5 if…
- you want the lighter one: 303 g vs 309 g
- you need a wide fit
Specs from the makers’ own pages: Saucony, Topo Athletic.
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