REVIEW OF EVERY HOKA RUNNING SHOE of 2023 - Comparison of Clifton/Rincon/Rocket X/Bondi/Mach/Mach X
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- We bought and reviewed the 6 best selling shoes from Hoka's road running collection to help you understand what they're all for and decide which one will be best for you.
We've got:
Hoka Rincon 3
Hoka Clifton 9
Hoka Mach 5
Hoka Bondi 8
Hoka Mach X
Hoka Rocket X 2
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0:00 Intro
1:09 Rincon 3
2:21 Clifton 9
3:46 Mach 5
5:15 Bondi 8
6:42 Mach X
8:41 Rocket X 2
10:40 What's best? - กีฬา
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Hi Ben brilliant video. Been running 🏃♂️ in the Hoka Clifton 9 for the last two years. I’m now in my 40th year of running and the Hoka have been the best shoes I’ve ever ran in. 👍
Would be really happy to have the same serie for Asics !
Why. Would you spend a small 1000 Earth credit on such 4 shoes? In asics just get the Superblast and meta speed sky+, I doubt you need more
the novablast is there too, the gel kayano is new, and the nimbus 25 is also worth checking out
Judging by the amount of likes I think we should try with ASICS. See if people like it!
Would love this
@@HowIsThat69superblast and kayano 30 seems to be the optimal duo for most people. I have sore ankles and I don’t even feel the pain when I’m running in the new kayano.
Great that you included recommendations for rotations. Adidas and Asics could be interesting as well. I however would love even more comparisons across different brands for specific purposes like long run or speed day. I guess there are a lot of brand loyal fan boys and girls but I prefer to take the best from each brand, also because sometimes specific shoes just don't work out because of fit, stability etc.
I’m on my 4th pair of Mach 4’s and as mentioned by you and others, the outsole does get worn down around that 400-500 miles (650-800 km). Although, the rest of the shoes holds up extremely well. I put over 2000 km on my first 3 pairs and the outsole was the ONLY issue.
Another great video Ben 👍 really good at comparing your personal opinions without showing any particular bias. I find a number of other reviewers only speaking about shoes from their POV. My current favourite from Hoka is the very niche Cielo RD. The full PEBAX foam and no plate just works wonders for speed work. And for someone that’s been running for over 30 years, this is like an old school (90s/00s) racing flat with heaps of pop. Ideal for track sessions rather than using spikes as often. Would love to see a Brooks segment like this 🎉
Terrific video ! I love that you bend the sole of the shoe. I wish everyone did this. I am not able to wear shoes that bend very much. So this really helped.
Really love the combination recommendations at the end there Ben! Please do these again when you do another brand! 👍🏻
Fantastic format for this video!
Great video Ben as always. I love Hoka and I notice people here commenting on the trail shoes in addition to the road shoes, so I'll share my experiences on both. I was gifted a pair of Torrente for trail-training and they were excellent (wouldn't use them to race and I always stay with my Salomon S-labs) and I use my Rincon 2 for walking and "granny hikes" on hard/dry surfaces. Without doubt my favourite Hoka shoe has been my Clifton 8. I have used it for modest road runs, casual wear and on a dry day for road/trail combinations, just fantastic. I cannot comment on the durability as I'm wearing it for casual in addition to running so don't have the total KM recorded but I guess I am nearly 2-years in with these shoes and just love them all round and although the sole is wearing and slippy in the wet, all the wear-pads are still on the shoe
I really enjoyed your combos at the end of the vid; think this is an overlooked piece in shoe reviews - pairing shoes so they make a reasonable rotation for those on a budget!
Thanks for the review! On my third pair of Hokas. This is helpful for identifying the next one!
Love these videos! Would love to see you do one for the new balance line up
Great video, looking forward to more like this 👍
Nice video. Mach 5 my go to shoe. Managed to get 800km+ from each of my pairs. Hope they don't ruin it when the 6 eventually arrives.
I love the speedgoat 5 for my trail running. Done an ultra in it and it was super comfy.
Thanks for the video! Would appreciate a series on Altras - and your thoughts on zero-drop vs non-zero-drop shoes.
I heard about Hoka for years...thought it was all hype but when I got the Rincon 3, i realised they have become my best pair of shoes
Same here !!! Rincon 3 is the best shoe I’ve owned
@@asvpjoeyevdo9798Rincons are so freaking fast!!!
Would be great to see one of trail versions too...thank you!! happy running!
Great video. Mixed experience with hokas.
Mach 4 is great, but indeed not very durable. Ran 25k on them in my first run without any issues.
Had the clifton 8, but really struggled with blisters and sore feet. After 100k it got a little bit better, but never really enjoyed them.
Really looking for some comfortable long run shoe, so love these kind of videos. Have a new balance trail shoe which i really love, so would be interested in the road shoe comparison.
Thanks for the video, Ben. Puma would be a good pick for another of this kind.
As for the Hoka experience, the Clifton 3 was a gem (after that, it was a continuous disappointment), the Rincon 3 is indeed a very good value shoe, fun to run with, and for trails, the ATR Challenger 3 was a fun road to trail model, and the Torrent is a durable and comfortable shoe to confront rocks and roots.
Really good format of video 👍 great way to understand rotation in general too
Glad you liked it!
Really like the concept of this series! Maybe once you've covered all of the brands' complete ranges you could suggest some rotations between of multiple brands? e.g. an Asics daily trainer which complements a Nike race-day shoe
Today I was running in a new pair of Hoka ATR 6’s the last pair have 600 mile on them and have been good upto a 50 mile gravel/ cycle path Ultra, Speedgoats are my go to trail shoe. Don’t really do any tarmac speed runs as there isn’t much down here in Cornwall 😊
Got my 2nd pair of Mach 5 early 2023 and did about 450km in both of my pairs.
Durability definitely is an issue on the sole especially I live in Ireland so traction tends to be
bit of a problem on the wet surface. Besides the durability issue there isn’t a better daily trainer when it comes to lock down and comfort. Currently running in the Endorphin Speed 3
Thanks for all your reviews Ben
How much is your weight? After 450 km u mean mach 5 is dead or still alive?😮😅
Totally agree, Mach 5 are the perfect running trainer.
On my first pair of Mach 5’s now and I’ll never go back, tried on 5/6 running shoes in a shop after getting my running analysed on a treadmill, from Nike Brooks Asics and New Balance, the Mach 5’s gave me such a sense of speed, running fast feels effortless
what do you prefer, mach 5 or speed 3?
Thanks for these reviews and others, helped me cut through the plethora of sponsored opinions and marketing hype :)
love the video mate! I'm thinking about getting my first hoka for my bday
Favourite Hokas. Mach 4/5 (for road) and Torrent 2 (for door to trail)
Thanks for the video. Love Hoka. Wore them for a long time back to the Clifton 1s. I like a stability shoe and got the Arahi 5s which I really loved, more than the Cliftons, but the 6's were much firmer so I didnt really like them. Was going to get another pair of Cliftons, but ended up getting the new Kayano 30s. Got the Rocket X 1s which I really enjoy, but the 2s seem like they've upgraded the foam so excited about trying those. Speaking of Kayanos, would be interested to see what you think of the Asics range if you have the budget 🙂. Thanks Ben!
Can’t wait for the Hoka Trail video! (Please)
As someone who likes comfort as well as aesthetics in a running shoe, the Mach X is a beauty!! I think I’ll be trying these next once I’m through with my Nike Zoom Fly SP & Vaporfly 2s
Epic video! Would love to see the same with asics😎
I had the first version of Rincon which I enjoyed very much, skipped v2 and got the 3. Same snappy feel and seems the outsole is holding even better (already 600km in). It can be a good choice for easy days but it always makes me wanna go a bit faster, so I need to control a bit. If I had to get another Hoka for the road I think I would choose Mach 5 or Mach X.
Bought 3 pairs of the Mach 4. That shoe was special for me in terms of comfort and fun.
I'm currently training in my Clifton 8s while they still have some life in them, however my favorite shoe is the Mach 5s and I am going to be running the London Marathon 2024 in them, but I may get another pair closer to the time just to make sure they are race ready and fresh after a few practice runs.
Hi Ben, thank you for the great review 🙌. How about reviewing all the Puma shoes very good price point too 😊
Carbon X3 is good for wide feet as the upper stretches, I use mach 5 wide fit and carbon X3 for my road and treadmill runs and like them both.
Nice review. As a Hoka fan, I have a few different models, best has to be the speed goat 👍
Got 550km in my Mach 5s and they have been great. Never had any issues with traction, wear on the sole has been purely cosmetic for me.
Thanks for this comment. I had doubt about the durability of the outsole so I bought something else instead.
Using the Rincon 3 right now as my primary daily trainer.
Clifton 9 is my prefered everyday shoe.
I wear down 3-4 pairs every year.
And I have a handfull of other shoes...
Awesome video. Tnx
Great video, super useful!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video thanks.Have had numerous pairs of Clifton great shoe but cushion dies before 250 miles for me.
I bought Mach 5 for faster stuff and Clifton 9 for long runs but I'm beginning to run almost all runs in the Mach 5. My legs actually feel fresher after running in the Mach vs the Clifton.
Super happy with my Rincons.
What about a review of all of the Hoka trail shoes for 2023? Great video as always Ben 😀
thanks for the video
I am a Nike Vaporfly convert - love my Clifton 9s for training and love the Rocket X2s for racing. Haven't tried the others listed but would love to try the Mach X
Great review Ben thank you. I'm looking to buy a running shoes but not sure what would suit me. I've been wearing Free runs for the past 10 years and I have no issues at all walking any distance in them. I have flat feet and these for me are perfect. I ran in my Free Run 5's recently and although a comfortable 10k, my calves were a little sore afterwards. I feel like I need something similar in terms of responsiveness but maybe more support? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
I've been using the Hoka Arahi for a little while and I'm on to my 2nd pair now. Apparently they are a stability version of the Clifton?? Either way I find them comfortable but have had to go for a wider fit. Before this I used the Challenger ATRs which were also very nice for the trail runs I was doing at the time. Very interested in the Mach X for speedwork or races.
I love watching your channel what is the best for long run
I would really like a review of the New Balance Fuelcell Propel V4, or just a summary of the New Balance line-up, thanks
I just got back into running from an long therm injury ab got the arahi 6 for a stable run to get back into it and they feel amazing on feet
Hey, your video was very helpful Thanks ! What’s the ref of your last socks, the pink One?
I currently wear the Clifton 9 for easy/recovery runs, the Mach X for speed sessions/tempo and long runs, the Rocket x2 for racing. I also had the Mach 5 recently and managed 600 miles in them 💪🏼
Do you like C9?
@@markoljustina yeah I really enjoy them! Never an issue picking up the pace when needed. I also had the Clifton 8s and they were solid too
@@BenLuney tnx 🙂
are the mach x good for recovery aswell? im looking for an all out shoe , jogging , walking , sprinting and even low jumps 😅 it kinda worirres me tho the bulkiness of the mach x im used to low shoes and i like to feel that im barefoot for training
Great video, you do a good job 😁 What do you think of the Hoka Arahi series?😛
Hey Ben.
Looking forward to the Saucony vid 👊🏻
It’s on the channel already! 🙂
New to running. Love the Clifton 9.
Just got the Clifton 9s today. They’re awesome. I feel like it’s a perfect balance of comftorability and light weight. Next I want to get the rocket x 2
Great idea for a series Ben. Would also be really keen for your take on the ASICS!
Great video! What do you prefer between the Mach 6 and Mach X for an everyday trainer?
Just brought the rocket x first edition for £75 would love to see the comparison from the originals to the new ones and were the originals would sit in todays tech
I loved the Rincon 1. The 2s never gave me the same feel.
I really enjoy the Mach 5, but you should give the Tecton X a go. I really enjoy that for all my trail running and to me it feels like trail version of the Mach 5, similar fit overall dynamics. The plate(s) aren't super stiff.
Audree Lafreniere ran UTMB on the Tecton X!
I’d like to see a trail version of Hoka line similar to the one you’ve done for Nike trail
Great one! I'd love to see something similar for Saucony!
Already on the channel! 🙂
Damn then I need to catch up! Thanks for all the content you put out there, it is truly valuable@@BenParkes
Very nice running shoes, they look very comfortable. Are they compared to Ascics running shoes.
I've just coughed up for the Rocket X3 and I'm impressed, other than the Great South Run in October I'll be trying to keep them road ready for something spectacular come the spring.
The New Forest Marathon is looming and, as it is "multi terrain", I don't the Rockets will do the job unless it's been unusually dry. I've got Clifton 9s & Mach 5s, and love them both, but what's my best bet for the big day?
Good reviews by the way. Thanks Ben. Weirdly, I have all the shoes you reviewed except the Bondi. The Rincon 3s are close to strolling to the pub duties only.
I’ve never done the new Forest marathon, so hard to say.. but if it’s mainly in the fire roads then the rocket x should be ok! Otherwise you’d have to buy a trail shoe.. speedgoat 5 or tecton x if you wanted a plate. Good luck!
@@BenParkes Thank you for the response Ben. The organisers reckon the course is around 50% asphalt and the rest pretty firm. Last year I did the 10k (almost all well pounded bridleway) comfortably in Carbon X3s, but it was parched. Decisions! Decisions!
Great video Ben. I’ve just moved over to Hoka and my Achilles loves them. Really enjoying the Clifton 9 and the Clifton Edge (picked up of Vinted). Wished I would of tried Hoka sooner
Curious about this comment....lower drop shoes are harder on your achilles?? What did you run before?
@@Ginguredrunner I used to wear NB (typically a 10-12mm drop) and suffered from regular on\off Achilles issues. Moved over to Nike and Saucony as also a 10mm drop. They worked better than NB but still had issues. Since moving over to Hoka I’ve had no issues. I was worried about the 5mm drop but believe Hoka work for me because of the increased cushioning and stability their shoes offer.
@@ThatRunningGuyRockers reduce Achilles load, so maybe also that.
Hey Ben. I would like to see you review the Altra lineup. Thanks
Asics, Saucony, Salomon would be great to see. Thanks for the video!
Had the carbon x2 but I didn’t really like them! I have since started using the tecton x2 and I love them 👌🏻⚡️
Just want to say I’ve got the Mach 5 with 750km and still going… outsole looks slightly chewed but no effect on performance. Midsole still got at least another 200km for my 10-20km runs. Well worth every dime I paid for the bang I get out of it! Love my Clifton 9’s with about 600km+ but have more fun with my Mach 5’s!
Another vote for Asics please. I always come back to them due to the fit......at list for me
The Rincon 3 are perfect for 10km competitions, greetings from France 😜
I've only run in Mach 4 but really like them. New Balance please ?
Could u pls do a review for minimalist shoes like vibram five finger, Xero and vivobareroot?
Hoka Mach 5 is the best fit for me love how light it is. but the sole wears easily. I still love it though :D
What shoe would be good for Air Force basic training?
Something that’s going to be comfortable, durable, and going to give me a little something extra for my pt test.
Trying to understand the subtle differences between a "daily trainer" like the Clifton 9 and a "speed shoe" like the Mach 5. Saw them both on sale here in a local shop. If I can only get one pair, is there a valid reason why I can't use the Mach5 for my regular runs? Should i stick to the Clifton 9? (beginner, kinda slow runner here, 20 - 30 km a week). Or, given that I am a pronator, should I have a look at the Arahi? Thanks.
My Favorite Hoka shoe I've ever run in is the Gaviota 5.
I bought them last week cause my knees started to hurt.
Only been running for 5 weeks.
So I guess my Brooks Trace caused the damage.
My first Hoka shoes is Kawana, and is the only shoes that I can wear all day without ache at the end of the day(even wear it in dry working kitchen), tho clifton 8 is kinda plush for the outsole, but it still give me some ache sometime.
gaviota 4 is comfort to wear, but I guess it doesn't suitable for whole day standing around workplace.
stinson 6 is pretty plush shoe, but I think my right leg toe are kinda sore due to the front part of it being high, not fully breakin for these 2 shoes yet.
while what do you think of the Gaviota 5? i think most review say is very soft, some even whining for too soft,
I really like my Clifton 9, they currently hold my 5k pb and I can't even reach the same speed with the Mach 5.
Omg thx for this video. U just bought my hoka clifton. I just know that clifton have series 😂.
Got myself the Mach 5s not so long ago, and whilst I really like the ride and it feels great, I just cannot get past the durability of the sole! Got some very flat spots that are starting to get very slipping, even in summer running. I’m thinking of going cloudmonster next. I think if they put a decent rubber sole on it I would just be buying that time after time. Great video Ben! Class as usual
Edit: I’ve just realised that the shoes have actually not lasted longer than the Klarna payments to pay for them…😭
I’ve just retired my second pair, tended to get between 500 - 600km on them before they needed replacing. So while that’s not as good as a lot of shoes, it’s not terrible.
@@ryanpedlow yeah, I’m up to the 450k mark currently, but they’ve been on the way out since around 300ks. Deffo retiring soon for something different
Would love to see a review of the Puma range.
Which Hoka would you recommend for a 67 year old who wants to use it just for walking exercise? Around an hour on tarmac usually. Right now I’m using a Arahi 6(?). Thanks
Hi @Ben Parkes , I used to run and walk around 10km in mud track. Which shoes are better for me hoka bondi 8 or saucony endorphin shift 3 or please can you suggest some best shoes
I am a massive Hoka fan-boy so thanks for this film. I had the Clifton 8s and the got the Clifton 9s. They do feel a spongy compared to the 8s. I do also have the Carbon X2s for track and speed sessions and do like them. But for me, the out-and-out best Hoka are the Speedgoats. Have used every iteration except the 1s and have had multiple pairs of each, all of which have covered multiple trail Ultras. And I love them. It seems that the problem with all Hokas is the durability. I barely get 300 miles out of Speedgoats and, by that time, they are bald!
You asked about which Hokas and here is my current list:
Speed road - Carbon X2 (pair 2)
General road - Clifton 9
Trail - Speedgoat 5 (pair 4)
Deep mud - EvoJawz (for transparency, I also use Inov8 Mudclaw Classics)
PE teaching - Rincon 3 (pair 2)
Holiday - Sky Hopara sandals
Recovery - Flip 2
Did I say I was a Hoka fanboy?
Keep up the good work.
Clifton 8s are my go to still.
Would love to see you review the current lineup from Adidas! 🙏
I have wide, pronated, flat feet. Ive done a few 5Ks. Looking to get into longer distance runs. If there is a pair of shoe that can rule them all. Training wise and race day, Which shoes would it be?
I bought my Rincon 3 for £60 online as I think it has been on the market for several years already. Initially hated them as I found them too stiff but finally broke in after 100K. Super light and very good value if you can get them at a discount.
Same
Would love for you to do this breakdown for Saucony
We have. It’s on the channel if you search 🙂
Hoka One One Ariah for me! Love to know your opinion though!!
What’s your opinion of the Altra running shoes
My Clifton 9s have served me well. I only walk in my Bondi 8s. Wouldnt trade either for anything. I wear a pair of Arahi 7s to work. I was thinking about getting a pair of Mach 5s and trying em. Not sure if u need em at this point.
What would be the best choice for the WALK?
Speed Goat Evo's are the best Hoka's ever. I had the mach 5's, they were great as well, but died earlier than any shoe ive had in the last 5 years. Couldn't even move them to walking shoes they were that 'flat'. I'm glad they are shifting away from eva
The Hoka Rocket X2 is best sprint trainer for the track I've ever used. Heel strikers and slow runners won't get the full benefit of this shoe. There is a definite sweet spot in the forefoot, great for sprinters. Rincon 3 is also good for half the price, my 2nd choice.
Great video, I have wide feet and can't run in Hoka. However from the pictures it looks like the Rocket X2 has a roomie toebox? Is it comparable to the Endorphin Pro 3 or Speed 3? Can you compare the toebox to another brand..?
I’d say it’s roughly the same as those other two you’ve quoted. Most carbon race shoes are narrow in general .. apart from the Carbon X from Hoka. But that’s not the fastest shoe really.