Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Aug 30, 2025 · summarized
NegativeLoved the original Tempus, but lost two toenails running a marathon in the Tempus 2, which was far too narrow for them even though they don't have wide feet.
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Stability
Runners mostly find it a comfortable stability shoe that rides much like the original, but several note a snugger, narrower fit than the first version.
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Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Aug 30, 2025 · summarized
NegativeLoved the original Tempus, but lost two toenails running a marathon in the Tempus 2, which was far too narrow for them even though they don't have wide feet.
Blog · Doctors of Running – Matt Klein (DPT) + co-tester · summarized
PositiveRated B+/A-. A light, stable uptempo trainer with a smooth ride. The forefoot is snug, and wet traction is poor.
Blog · Runner's World UK – Luke Chamberlain · summarized
PositiveSurprisingly lively for a stability shoe, with smooth support. At 315 g it runs warm, and the forefoot is narrower.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Sep 8, 2024 · summarized
MixedA flat-footed 190 lb runner doing about 60 miles a month says the Tempus 2 feels the same as the original but fits more snugly. After a 10k and a few more runs, they find v1 more comfortable overall and wear the v2 less.
Runners mostly find it a comfortable stability shoe that rides much like the original, but several note a snugger, narrower fit than the first version.
Of the 11 reviews with a clear verdict, 73% are positive, 9% mixed and 18% negative. The praise mentioned most is stable. The most common complaint is narrow fit.
The complaints reviewers mention most: narrow fit (4 reviews) and blisters (1 review). For example: Loved the original Tempus, but lost two toenails running a marathon in the Tempus 2, which was far too narrow for them even though they don't have wide feet.
We collected and summarized 11 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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