My new shoe for 2021, @61 and average 13-15K steps per day (Includes running) has given me a new lease of life!! With a worn knee (2 Arthroscopes) can run and walk with forward motion even faster on grassed surfaces. Great review 👍😎🇦🇺
I love these. I experienced some pain after picking up running again using my old Nike shoes on asphalt, so I got them picked out in a dedicated runner's store. I am 8-10 kg (~20 lb) overweight and a tall man, so I need shoes to match. No pain what so ever. These are the perfect shoes for me at this moment.
Totally agree. I love my Bondi 7s. I need cushioning because of issues with my back (permanent injuries in the Lumbar area), and Hoka continues to be the best shoe for me.
I'm about the same!!! Tried the #5 but never got really used to it. Maybe I'll get on-board for the #7 as well. Best wishes, greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
@@Anicento there seems to be some inconsistency with the 6s. My old pair went 500+ and were great. My current pair the side is coming apart, just like yours, on both shoes in the same spot at 300 miles. Kind of annoying. I have a 3rd pair that is only 100ish miles and so far, so good. I really hate uneven manufacturing.
@@tammyschilling5362 yeah guess it's just the luck of the draw. They seem to have worked on the upper of the 7s so I might look into getting a pair of those other than the early tear I loved my Bondis.
Absolutely love mine! Work on my feet 12 hrs a day and tried to wear brooks after my bindi 6 got a split in the outer most part of the toes and it was hanging out! NOOO COMPARISON!!! THE HUSBnd took me two days later and got me the Bondi 7
Great video, ty for getting right to the point of the review also enjoyed seeing the shoe was actually worn instead of just being tested out of the box.
I have been through 2 of these shoes. Each one lasts about 4-5 months and 500 miles. I wear out the heels down to the plastic heel part. That's the only negative I would give it. My Brooks Ghost 13 with the same mileage never did it. That said, my Ghosts don't have near the cushion as my Bondi 7.
Ive noticed that also where the heel part wears down a hole in the material and exposes the plastic, it like they need to put a more durable material in the heel cup....other than that I love the Bondi 6 and 7.
I ran and walked in clifton 6.. not crazy about them so I'm not too certain of the 7 I had the Bondi... And I'm probably going to go back to this because of the extra padded cushion.. the Stinson atr are just as good but the Bondi is definitely in first place in my opinion on my list
I just returned my Clifton 7; my feet hurt so bad in them in just an hour or two. Exchanged them for the Bondi 7; I’m a Registered Nurse and I’m trying to find the perfect shoe for work. Hoping these Bondi 7 fit the bill!
@@leonbonnici the Clifton 7 was to tight; shoe store I bought them from gives 30 days to make sure you like them. The Bondi 7’s aren’t as tight on my feet and it took a couple weeks to get use to them and now I love em. Wear them at work only.
I've now walked 700 mi waiting tables in my leather Bondi slip resistant shoes waiting tables. It's been a great shoe and I just replaced it with another pair today.
Thank you for the review. I just got a job walking a ton more steps in a day and my feet to my back hurt so I'm really hoping this shoe elevatessome of my pain.
I had the Bondi 6 and found it quite roomy, I have a wide mid foot, so ordered the Bondi 7 online, it arrived and it was far too tight across the mid foot, had to send it back. I went into the store and found that the half size bigger in the wide size (2E) to be the right size this time. Size has definitely changed for me from the 6 to the 7.
@@kofuzi I might just correct myself a little bit, when I say tight across the mid foot, I probably mean more narrow, the sides of my mid foot pushing hard against the sides of the shoe, and I could almost feel the edge of the soul.
Bondi 7 was a game changer for me . Prior to buying these, my shins hurt like there was no tomorrow anytime I would run. Mine shrunk from the radiators heat because my shoe stand was too close to the radiator . Such a bummer.
Appreciate this is somewhat after the event but I'm looking to replace my Bondi 6, yes, having gone over 300 miles in them (the midsole is getting noticeably stiffer). I like having a heavier shoe in my, ahem, rotation and was wondering where you'd look for a maximalist shoe for the long, slower, runs people - Seth - insist are important?
Hi really loved your review, I have a bad back and I have been using Bondi 6 for the support and high cushion. I would like to know what other shoes can you recommend with high cushion for wide feet. thanks a lot
I’m less than 10 miles into the 7s and I don’t like them as much as the 6 for some reason. They feel firmer but maybe I need to break them in. I also don’t feel the need for memory foam and preferred the simpler upper of the 6. To each their own!
Kofuzi when you say you noticed some midsole creases, do you mean you see some creases on the outside of the midsole or you can feel a crease across the midsole underfoot? Both my Clifton 1 rerelease and my Rincon 1s both developed a crease across the foot that I could feel under my foot as I ran. Like a spot where the midsole had basically failed and left a permanent fold or crease cutting across the midsole at mid foot. I’m nervous to buy another pair of road hokas after that, but these seem like what I need for long pavement miles in my upcoming training block.
Bondi 6 from my experience. They added some overlays around the toe box on the Bondi 7. It probably breaks in, but the overlays make the toe box a little more constricting.
I love the Clifton 1's, they are my favorite sneakers...what do you guys think of me getting the Bondi 7 to run a marathon on short notice...my joints tend to bother me if I don't get enough cushioning.
I've never noticed the heel "up turn" on hokas. I drag my left heel especially on any run over or around half marathon distance. I recently picked up the zoom fly flyknit and have been using it for long runs and faster longer attempts. I noticed some pretty decent foam wear on the left heel after about 30 miles. So much so, that I had to check some of my other pairs of shoes. But it makes sense that a company would shave that little bit off of the heel, even if only for weight reduction if nothing else.
The Bondi is softer and more comfortable (in my opinion) than the Shift. The Shift is better at faster paces and long runs because it transitions better.
Basically got a brand new one from the Roadrunner tent sale and it feels very firm. Midsole didn't have compression creases and outsole was new. So I just don't know...maybe my inserts need to be replaced...or I just need to get faster because I was doing 8 minute miles in the Bondi 6 awhile back.
I do jog every once in a while, but i have a pain ridden and unstable ankle for 3 years now. I'm looking for shoes for support and cushioning for everything from standing, mostly walking and some occasional jogging. And i think this hoka and the clifton are what i need. What do you guys think and is there another one (pun intended) i should consider.
the bondi 6 IS considerably more cushioned and feels like squishy ,pillow soft under heel and midsole..I tried both the 6 and 7 ... the 7 did Not have that walking on clouds feel at all..only a slight bit of give but nowhere near as much as the 6..Having only tested the 7's in store, I actually own the 6's and am trying to get used to them... I wanted max cush and got it but these are strange feeing shoes that do not feel effortless to walk or jog in..they absorb Ur energy as well as impacts but do no offer any energy Return to give u a springy ,forward moving ride..they remind me of walking on the beach where it Takes energy to do so and also to keep balance... they are soft but i dont like them at all ..the bondi 7 may have been a better choice or perhaps maybe not even a hoka at all.
I think you have to be foot dead if you can't feel the Bondi 6 is a lot softer than the 7 . The 7 is 2x harder and you should have been able to feel that right away . The 7 is not a upgrade in softness that's for sure . I'm really disappointed you didn't point the out . If you were to ask 100 people that wore the 6 and then got the 7 the first think they will tell you is the 7 is a lot harder foam .
I dont even realize the stack is there. But the beauty is the cushion. It's amazing. Haven't turned my ankle yet, and I used to be a constant ankle turner.
Buy them. I finally bought some Cliftons and I will never look back! They are the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn! I'm going to try the Bondi also for my second pair.
Same question. I have the Boston 8 and 9 (picked up a new v.8 on sale before they disappeared completely in my size). The Hyperion Tempos fall in this category for me. They have a good amount of cushion albeit a firmer, responsive type. Actually I’m using the Endorphin Speeds for days when I need more forgiving cushion (longer and both slower and faster days). I’m just too used to shoes (like the Bostons) that “disappear” on my feet, ie. that feel Iike an extension of my feet instead of reminding me that there’s something on my feet. That rules out heavier shoes, very “plush” shoes, all of which distract me and feel like too much shoe. I’m very petite and light (5’3” 1-2 lbs, for context). Like Mike, I also don’t think a shoe should need a break-in period when there are so many shoes that are incredible out of the box. Martha
Definitely getting the bondi 7. Im a heavier new runner and new to running. Do you think I should get the bondi 8. I'm flat footed aka tippy toes walk on my toes. Any advice. Just subscribed to your channel. Keep up the hard work.
Great insights! I am an Clifton 1 lover... Clifton 3's was my first before I quite on Clifton 4's and then the Clifton 1's were re-released. I tried to Clifton 7's but found them to soft in which it caused me to pronate more. I have no issues with the Clifton 1 s but down to my last few pairs. How do you find the Bondi 7's compared to the Clifton's? I am looking for a long run trainer and potentially one that I can race in a ultra in
I have the Hoka Clifton 6's and enjoyed the cushy comfort, but it had what felt like a straight last that rubbed my instep and caused blisters every time I wore them. Is there a neutral Hoka with more curvature or an alternative cushion shoe you have tried that I should check out? Thanks. Keep running...
I don't know if I got a lemon, but my bondi 7 feels extremely stiff compared to the bondi 6 and the bondi b. I have the black and white bondi 7, and another reviewer online pointed out he had the same issue as well.
hi, i have a dilemmatic question. i currently have TC and UB19. i think i need 1 more shoe in my rotation. What would you suggets? Novablast or bondi 7? i mean, if Novablast falls in the same category as my TC, then i would go for bondi 7. but if novablast contradicts the TC, the i would go for Novablast. i like to have wide variety of shoes in terms of feel as i get easily bored by the same feel for certain period of time. Thanks Ps. i still have shin splints after running in my UB19 i guess.
Question i normally don't wear wide shoes but I feel hoka is a bit narrow u got bonding 7 in wide still feel my pinky a bit on right shoe would extra wide be too big? Does this shoe stretch etc
I cant say for the 7s, but I got the 6 in wide and it was too wide. Not cut like a Speedgoat 3 or 4. Even my 6' that were undersized felt good on my toes.
I wish these fit me better, I tried them on in the store and it game me pain on the inside midfoot. I have flat feet so it felt like something was signing into my foot. Wish I could wear hoka though
@@manojthawani2797 Hi, I ended up buying both, & I'm keeping the Triumph 18 because its upper is more comfortable, the midsole is wonderfully cushioned, and, overall, the Triumph 18 is a smaller shoe which I like. The Bondi 7 is huge, and not so comfortable around my ankle.
Honestly I want to get some because they look so comfortable but 150$ for a shoe that I'll only be doing easy miles in, clifton 6 caused issues too, kind of messed up my toes because the sidewalls in the forefoot cramped my toes (I don't have a wide foot or anything) and I ended up switching to altra escalantes which I love so far, a little sparse on the cushion but definitely manageable
Hoka is every bit as good as Nike. I actually buy Hoka over Nike since I got into long distance running. In my Ultramarathons, people are wearing more Hoka than Nike. What matters is how they fit you and if you like the offset and rocker.
@@paddywiggle I wear the Altra Olympus 4.0 on my ultra race days on the trails. I can't recommend it enough. For roads, Hoka Bondi, Hoka Rincon and Saucony Triumph 17, which I stocked up on when the Triumph 18 dropped.
@@kofuzi I had 2 pairs of the B6. And these arrived 2 days early. So took them out this morning. Had a wonderful run, despite the rain. Love seeing your shots around Chi-town. I missed the scenes you show.
They launch the next 'Bondi' october 1st 2021 (Hoka Bondi X) this will have a carbon plate.. Seems interesting but I am a little afraid this will have effect on the comfort this shoe is known for..We will see
I'm not sure I would consider the Bondi X a successor to the Bondi 7. Perhaps an offshoot or a spinoff. Either way, I have them and will be testing them soon.
@@kofuzi I also thought kinda 'What!". I did not want to wait and felt a bit hesitant so I bought the Bondi 7 which is 'under way'. I am really looking forward to your review if only to see whether i made the right choice, lol.
I have the Bondi 6 but to be fair I find it too built up. Too much rubber for me also. Will probably not buy one again as the forefoot is slightly too narrow and is uncomfortable at over 6 miles which defeats the object for this shoe. I have done 280 miles in it and will use it in the winter to 450+ miles.
@@kofuzi I have two pairs of Clifton’s and I wouldn’t consider them a daily trainer way to soft for me and unresponsive. Mach 4 and Speeds are my daily trainers. But the Bondi 7s considering to use those for recovery or simply just easy miles.
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My new shoe for 2021, @61 and average 13-15K steps per day (Includes running) has given me a new lease of life!! With a worn knee (2 Arthroscopes) can run and walk with forward motion even faster on grassed surfaces. Great review 👍😎🇦🇺
I love these. I experienced some pain after picking up running again using my old Nike shoes on asphalt, so I got them picked out in a dedicated runner's store. I am 8-10 kg (~20 lb) overweight and a tall man, so I need shoes to match. No pain what so ever. These are the perfect shoes for me at this moment.
Totally agree. I love my Bondi 7s. I need cushioning because of issues with my back (permanent injuries in the Lumbar area), and Hoka continues to be the best shoe for me.
I LOVE my Bondi 6. Such a good shoe for bigger people (I'm 6'4" 205lbs).
I'm about the same!!! Tried the #5 but never got really used to it. Maybe I'll get on-board for the #7 as well. Best wishes, greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
Had a pair of the 6s but mine started separating where the upper of the shoe meets the midsole after only 100 miles
@@Anicento there seems to be some inconsistency with the 6s. My old pair went 500+ and were great. My current pair the side is coming apart, just like yours, on both shoes in the same spot at 300 miles. Kind of annoying. I have a 3rd pair that is only 100ish miles and so far, so good. I really hate uneven manufacturing.
@@tammyschilling5362 yeah guess it's just the luck of the draw. They seem to have worked on the upper of the 7s so I might look into getting a pair of those other than the early tear I loved my Bondis.
Same mine totally separated while I was working but I loved them
I have 1600 miles over 2 pairs of bondi 6 and 1300 miles over 2 pairs of the bondi 7. Easily the best running shoes I’ve ever had!
As per your recommendation, I skipped the Bondai 7 and went for The More V3....ya its better !
Absolutely love mine! Work on my feet 12 hrs a day and tried to wear brooks after my bindi 6 got a split in the outer most part of the toes and it was hanging out! NOOO COMPARISON!!! THE HUSBnd took me two days later and got me the Bondi 7
try Clifton 7
Running dog shots plus some throwback Chicago scenery makes for a superb video!
All this video was missing was some water splashing and a flock of attacking birds
Great review. I just bought a pair and was curious about the performance... all my questions are answered
Got a pair for 2022, can't wait to try my Hoka Bondi 7!
I had a similar experience with the break in process on the Clifton 6. I almost returned it, but glad I hesitated bc then it softened up.
Same! About 20-30 miles in something changed and I’m much happier in them now at almost 100 mi!
Agree! Feel that with my Rincon’s as well.
Great video, ty for getting right to the point of the review also enjoyed seeing the shoe was actually worn instead of just being tested out of the box.
thanks for watching!
I have been through 2 of these shoes. Each one lasts about 4-5 months and 500 miles. I wear out the heels down to the plastic heel part. That's the only negative I would give it. My Brooks Ghost 13 with the same mileage never did it. That said, my Ghosts don't have near the cushion as my Bondi 7.
Ive noticed that also where the heel part wears down a hole in the material and exposes the plastic, it like they need to put a more durable material in the heel cup....other than that I love the Bondi 6 and 7.
Pretty sure I saw this dude running on his way to lakeshore today...I'm on my third run in these shoes. I love them!! Thanks for the info
100 miles already? Killing it Mike 👍
It was a quick trip to 100 in these
Hi Kofuzi
I see you have run in both the clifton 7 and Bondi 7. Which do you prefer? I'm not sure which way to go. Curious on your thoughts.
I ran and walked in clifton 6.. not crazy about them so I'm not too certain of the 7
I had the Bondi... And I'm probably going to go back to this because of the extra padded cushion.. the Stinson atr are just as good but the Bondi is definitely in first place in my opinion on my list
I just returned my Clifton 7; my feet hurt so bad in them in just an hour or two. Exchanged them for the Bondi 7; I’m a Registered Nurse and I’m trying to find the perfect shoe for work. Hoping these Bondi 7 fit the bill!
@@leonbonnici the Clifton 7 was to tight; shoe store I bought them from gives 30 days to make sure you like them. The Bondi 7’s aren’t as tight on my feet and it took a couple weeks to get use to them and now I love em. Wear them at work only.
Great video Kofuzi! Love the part of running in Chicago;) and on the bondi 7, how do the arch support? Since bondi 6 is pretty flat on the arch part
Bought my first pair of Bondi 7's and am really enjoying the cushion!!!
That’s great to hear!
I've now walked 700 mi waiting tables in my leather Bondi slip resistant shoes waiting tables. It's been a great shoe and I just replaced it with another pair today.
Thank you for the review. I just got a job walking a ton more steps in a day and my feet to my back hurt so I'm really hoping this shoe elevatessome of my pain.
I hope they work well for you!
That slow mo ear floppin' tho
Very nice and useful video Kofuzi! Thanks! Comparing Hoka Bondi 7 and Altra paradigm 5 which is the most suitable for ultraruns (100K-100M) ?
I had the Bondi 6 and found it quite roomy, I have a wide mid foot, so ordered the Bondi 7 online, it arrived and it was far too tight across the mid foot, had to send it back. I went into the store and found that the half size bigger in the wide size (2E) to be the right size this time. Size has definitely changed for me from the 6 to the 7.
That’s interesting. Hmmm.
@@kofuzi I might just correct myself a little bit, when I say tight across the mid foot, I probably mean more narrow, the sides of my mid foot pushing hard against the sides of the shoe, and I could almost feel the edge of the soul.
Bondi 7 was a game changer for me . Prior to buying these, my shins hurt like there was no tomorrow anytime I would run. Mine shrunk from the radiators heat because my shoe stand was too close to the radiator . Such a bummer.
That’s unfortunate. Hopefully you can find another pair to replace them
Just picked up a pair of these from watching these vids. Same colour way
Hope you enjoy!
Just got mine today Bondi 7 Real teal/ outer space
Appreciate this is somewhat after the event but I'm looking to replace my Bondi 6, yes, having gone over 300 miles in them (the midsole is getting noticeably stiffer). I like having a heavier shoe in my, ahem, rotation and was wondering where you'd look for a maximalist shoe for the long, slower, runs people - Seth - insist are important?
Hi really loved your review, I have a bad back and I have been using Bondi 6 for the support and high cushion. I would like to know what other shoes can you recommend with high cushion for wide feet. thanks a lot
How is the toe box on the Bondi 7? I wear the Altra Olympus 4 and NB More V3 and looking for something new. Thank you.
Great review Mike!
Thanks!
Great review! But it would be awesome to see some comparison with similar shoes and a final score for the shoe
Here’s last year’s:
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oh wow, the beautiful Chicagoooo ❤️
I’m less than 10 miles into the 7s and I don’t like them as much as the 6 for some reason. They feel firmer but maybe I need to break them in. I also don’t feel the need for memory foam and preferred the simpler upper of the 6. To each their own!
I like simpler uppers too, but I feel like, if it’s a max cushion shoe, I want plush everything.
Kofuzi when you say you noticed some midsole creases, do you mean you see some creases on the outside of the midsole or you can feel a crease across the midsole underfoot? Both my Clifton 1 rerelease and my Rincon 1s both developed a crease across the foot that I could feel under my foot as I ran. Like a spot where the midsole had basically failed and left a permanent fold or crease cutting across the midsole at mid foot. I’m nervous to buy another pair of road hokas after that, but these seem like what I need for long pavement miles in my upcoming training block.
Awesome review!! SUBSCRIBED!!
thanks for watching!
Which of the following shoes has the widest toe box - Bondi 7, Bondi 6, or the Stinson ATR 6?
Bondi 6 from my experience. They added some overlays around the toe box on the Bondi 7. It probably breaks in, but the overlays make the toe box a little more constricting.
Thinking of pairing these with triumph 18s. Great Vid
With my job info 100 miles I’m five days. So I purchased the all black pair.
I love the Clifton 1's, they are my favorite sneakers...what do you guys think of me getting the Bondi 7 to run a marathon on short notice...my joints tend to bother me if I don't get enough cushioning.
try New Balance FF moreV3 !
I've never noticed the heel "up turn" on hokas. I drag my left heel especially on any run over or around half marathon distance. I recently picked up the zoom fly flyknit and have been using it for long runs and faster longer attempts. I noticed some pretty decent foam wear on the left heel after about 30 miles. So much so, that I had to check some of my other pairs of shoes. But it makes sense that a company would shave that little bit off of the heel, even if only for weight reduction if nothing else.
Which one has a better cushioning..
Bondi 7 or Saucony Endorphin Shift ??
And which is a better buy?
The Bondi is softer and more comfortable (in my opinion) than the Shift. The Shift is better at faster paces and long runs because it transitions better.
What Hoka shoe would you suggest with firm cushioning? Great video!
after your 100 miles do you think this could be a 500-600 mile shoe? I'm about 18 miles in and love the shoe so far.
My Bondi 6s both did. And I was just over 200 lbs.
Basically got a brand new one from the Roadrunner tent sale and it feels very firm. Midsole didn't have compression creases and outsole was new. So I just don't know...maybe my inserts need to be replaced...or I just need to get faster because I was doing 8 minute miles in the Bondi 6 awhile back.
I do jog every once in a while, but i have a pain ridden and unstable ankle for 3 years now. I'm looking for shoes for support and cushioning for everything from standing, mostly walking and some occasional jogging.
And i think this hoka and the clifton are what i need. What do you guys think and is there another one (pun intended) i should consider.
Did you end up getting a pair I'm thinking of getting a pair now switching from New balance I can't take my foot pain anymore.
I suffer with the exact same problem. Did you buy the bondi’s? Hope you’ve found a shoe that has helped and can point me in the right direction
Hey, which one do you prefer... New balance 1080 vs hooka bondi one 7.
I am looking for my father who needs cushioning shoes for walking
Hoka bondi 7!! I do 12 hour shifts on my feet they are so nice!!!
The bindi 6 seems way more cushioned ? Anyone notice that bondi 6 is way more cushioned ?
the bondi 6 IS considerably more cushioned and feels like squishy ,pillow soft under heel and midsole..I tried both the 6 and 7 ... the 7 did Not have that walking on clouds feel at all..only a slight bit of give but nowhere near as much as the 6..Having only tested the 7's in store, I actually own the 6's and am trying to get used to them... I wanted max cush and got it but these are strange feeing shoes that do not feel effortless to walk or jog in..they absorb Ur energy as well as impacts but do no offer any energy Return to give u a springy ,forward moving ride..they remind me of walking on the beach where it Takes energy to do so and also to keep balance... they are soft but i dont like them at all ..the bondi 7 may have been a better choice or perhaps maybe not even a hoka at all.
I think you have to be foot dead if you can't feel the Bondi 6 is a lot softer than the 7 . The 7 is 2x harder and you should have been able to feel that right away . The 7 is not a upgrade in softness that's for sure . I'm really disappointed you didn't point the out . If you were to ask 100 people that wore the 6 and then got the 7 the first think they will tell you is the 7 is a lot harder foam .
I'm scared of Hokas :D - looks like platforms and I would likely roll my ankle.
Don't be, they are wide and stable platforms.
I just got my first pair and would say this is impossible cuz they are so wide/stable lol
I dont even realize the stack is there. But the beauty is the cushion. It's amazing.
Haven't turned my ankle yet, and I used to be a constant ankle turner.
Ditto, looks like that but all users say otherwise
Buy them. I finally bought some Cliftons and I will never look back! They are the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn! I'm going to try the Bondi also for my second pair.
i really enjoy your video's! i have an off topic question: what would be a more cushioned version of the boston 8's?
Asics Nimbus 22 imo, ran in the Adidas Boston 8,9, Ultraboost, and SL20. Nimbus is the only cushioned shoe I've had close to that experience.
Same question. I have the Boston 8 and 9 (picked up a new v.8 on sale before they disappeared completely in my size). The Hyperion Tempos fall in this category for me. They have a good amount of cushion albeit a firmer, responsive type. Actually I’m using the Endorphin Speeds for days when I need more forgiving cushion (longer and both slower and faster days). I’m just too used to shoes (like the Bostons) that “disappear” on my feet, ie. that feel Iike an extension of my feet instead of reminding me that there’s something on my feet. That rules out heavier shoes, very “plush” shoes, all of which distract me and feel like too much shoe. I’m very petite and light (5’3” 1-2 lbs, for context). Like Mike, I also don’t think a shoe should need a break-in period when there are so many shoes that are incredible out of the box. Martha
Freedom 3?
Definitely getting the bondi 7. Im a heavier new runner and new to running. Do you think I should get the bondi 8. I'm flat footed aka tippy toes walk on my toes. Any advice. Just subscribed to your channel. Keep up the hard work.
I prefer the 8 to the 7 slightly, but a good way to save a couple bucks and minimize risk on a new shoe could be to pick up the 7.
@@kofuzi thanks brother.
I do a lot of walking. Is this shoe a good shoe for that. I walk about to 10 miles a day.
Yes
Hey Mike are planning to get the Adizero Adios Pro? I think Clifton 6 coming for me my last 5 just passed away after 325 Miles.
Trying to snag a pair
Would you go with more gsviota 2 or bondi 7 for roomyness etc
Bondi 7 after trying on both types
Great insights! I am an Clifton 1 lover... Clifton 3's was my first before I quite on Clifton 4's and then the Clifton 1's were re-released. I tried to Clifton 7's but found them to soft in which it caused me to pronate more. I have no issues with the Clifton 1
s but down to my last few pairs. How do you find the Bondi 7's compared to the Clifton's? I am looking for a long run trainer and potentially one that I can race in a ultra in
Bruh, the Clifton 100s will be out by the time u get a response here
I have the Hoka Clifton 6's and enjoyed the cushy comfort, but it had what felt like a straight last that rubbed my instep and caused blisters every time I wore them. Is there a neutral Hoka with more curvature or an alternative cushion shoe you have tried that I should check out? Thanks. Keep running...
I might consider Altra
I don't know if I got a lemon, but my bondi 7 feels extremely stiff compared to the bondi 6 and the bondi b. I have the black and white bondi 7, and another reviewer online pointed out he had the same issue as well.
Hoka shoes definitely need breakin. I saw that with the Clifton 5 and 6 very noticeably.
I didn’t try the 5, but I experienced the same with the Clifton 6. Like with the Bondi, this year’s Clifton didn’t need a break in, imo
hi, i have a dilemmatic question. i currently have TC and UB19. i think i need 1 more shoe in my rotation. What would you suggets? Novablast or bondi 7? i mean, if Novablast falls in the same category as my TC, then i would go for bondi 7. but if novablast contradicts the TC, the i would go for Novablast. i like to have wide variety of shoes in terms of feel as i get easily bored by the same feel for certain period of time. Thanks
Ps. i still have shin splints after running in my UB19 i guess.
Hey, what did you end up going for? I'm torn between Novablast 2 and Bondi 7 myself.
Great Review! Would you recommend this for a flat foot runner? Hope to hear from you! Thanks!
The Hoka Arahi and Gaviota are the apecific shoe for flat footed
Question i normally don't wear wide shoes but I feel hoka is a bit narrow u got bonding 7 in wide still feel my pinky a bit on right shoe would extra wide be too big? Does this shoe stretch etc
I cant say for the 7s, but I got the 6 in wide and it was too wide. Not cut like a Speedgoat 3 or 4. Even my 6' that were undersized felt good on my toes.
I wish these fit me better, I tried them on in the store and it game me pain on the inside midfoot. I have flat feet so it felt like something was signing into my foot. Wish I could wear hoka though
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Its Mid 2022 and the Bondi 8 just came out is still not available in Canada...
Which one is better for 10-15 kilometer runs, the bondi 7 or the clifton 7? I do still care about the pace but not looking to run super fast.
I personally prefer the Clifton to the Bondi
Would you recommend this shoe for a delivery driver like myself, walking and getting In and out the truck all day long
yes. I would see if you could try them on first though, to make sure you have a size or width that you really like
Hi,
How would you compare the Hoka Bondi 7 vs Saucony Triumph 18 please?
Triumph win
@@riosdkkdslfdhkcjfj why triumph?
@@manojthawani2797 Hi, I ended up buying both, & I'm keeping the Triumph 18 because its upper is more comfortable, the midsole is wonderfully cushioned, and, overall, the Triumph 18 is a smaller shoe which I like. The Bondi 7 is huge, and not so comfortable around my ankle.
Are they true to size?
Honestly I want to get some because they look so comfortable but 150$ for a shoe that I'll only be doing easy miles in, clifton 6 caused issues too, kind of messed up my toes because the sidewalls in the forefoot cramped my toes (I don't have a wide foot or anything) and I ended up switching to altra escalantes which I love so far, a little sparse on the cushion but definitely manageable
I’m still pretty new to Altra, but they do have a variety of stack heights
I wonder if Hoka is a good brand, i got the pegasus 37 and keep getting blister under my right foot....
Hoka is every bit as good as Nike. I actually buy Hoka over Nike since I got into long distance running. In my Ultramarathons, people are wearing more Hoka than Nike. What matters is how they fit you and if you like the offset and rocker.
Altra has the best foot comfort, but not necessarily stack height. Might wanna look at a Torin?
@@paddywiggle I wear the Altra Olympus 4.0 on my ultra race days on the trails. I can't recommend it enough. For roads, Hoka Bondi, Hoka Rincon and Saucony Triumph 17, which I stocked up on when the Triumph 18 dropped.
Hoka is my go to brand. Ran 80 miles of 100 mile race in Bondi 6s.
I am Kofuzi's biggest fan: 215 lbs. ......the 6 needed break -in just as Kofuzi says. 7 might be my shoe if races ever come back.
Yo, what’s goin on, Bub!
My exact same pair is on the way. Due here in 2 days.
I hope you enjoy!
@@kofuzi I had 2 pairs of the B6. And these arrived 2 days early. So took them out this morning. Had a wonderful run, despite the rain.
Love seeing your shots around Chi-town. I missed the scenes you show.
Must be awesome a shoe to jump rope with..lots of cushion and bounce?
Does Nike has any max cushioned model equivalent to the Bondi 7?
Nike infinity React Flyknit is probably the closest
@@Ian-H76 hey thanks for the info my friend, appreciate it 🙏🏼
Team waiting for bondi 6 on sale
I got mine on sale. Found a place using google shopping search.
They launch the next 'Bondi' october 1st 2021 (Hoka Bondi X) this will have a carbon plate.. Seems interesting but I am a little afraid this will have effect on the comfort this shoe is known for..We will see
I'm not sure I would consider the Bondi X a successor to the Bondi 7. Perhaps an offshoot or a spinoff. Either way, I have them and will be testing them soon.
@@kofuzi I also thought kinda 'What!". I did not want to wait and felt a bit hesitant so I bought the Bondi 7 which is 'under way'. I am really looking forward to your review if only to see whether i made the right choice, lol.
I have the Bondi 6 but to be fair I find it too built up. Too much rubber for me also. Will probably not buy one again as the forefoot is slightly too narrow and is uncomfortable at over 6 miles which defeats the object for this shoe. I have done 280 miles in it and will use it in the winter to 450+ miles.
That’s a lot of cushin’ for the pushin’’
the pace
@@kofuzi keepin it family friendly 👌🏽
Just watchng for fun. Great shoe though. Will buy some day
thanks for watching!
How would you compare the Bondi 7 to the Nike React Miler?
Only ran 3 miles in mine the 2 miles I did today killed my feet something was digging in to my arch
Did it get better?
Bondi 7 or 1080v11 for all run days?
personally, i don't love the max cushion genre, so i would pick the 1080
How does the Bondi 7 compare to the Clifton 7?
One is max cushion. One is the daily trainer
@@kofuzi I have two pairs of Clifton’s and I wouldn’t consider them a daily trainer way to soft for me and unresponsive. Mach 4 and Speeds are my daily trainers. But the Bondi 7s considering to use those for recovery or simply just easy miles.
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How about your knee ? Still can complete 100miles is a miracle @@ !
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