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Runners agree the VIA Olympus rides very firm.
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Blog · Believe in the Run – Robbe Reddinger · summarized
NegativeThe upper is comfortable and secure, and the natural foot shape works well, but that comfort is betrayed by the midsole. It is not the soft, bouncy ride you'd expect from a 'max' shoe; it is too firm.
Blog · Runner's World – Amanda Furrer · summarized
PositiveThe wide toe box was extremely comfortable on runs over seven miles. Uphills felt cumbersome at first, then almost effortless. It proved durable, with excellent grip and good breathability, though it may be too wide for narrow feet.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · May 11, 2023 · summarized
PositiveUses the VIA Olympus on the treadmill and loves the original-fit toe box for wide feet, with no heel slip.
Runners agree the VIA Olympus rides very firm. Some like that along with the wide toe box, while others find it stiff, brick-like and painful on long runs.
Of the 10 reviews with a clear verdict, 60% are positive, 0% mixed and 40% negative. The praise mentioned most is comfortable fit. The most common complaint is heavy.
The complaints reviewers mention most: heavy (3 reviews). For example: A heavy Altra user says skip the Via Olympus: it looks max-cushioned but rides like a brick, denser than the regular Olympus.
We collected and summarized 10 experiences shared on Reddit and blogs, with links to the original sources. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.
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