First 2 runs this week in this shoe. It is an amazing ride. Not too soft - not too firm - just right with a rocker feel that makes a higher cadence easy on the legs.
This Hoka One One Mach 4 sounds great! Other online reviewers seem to agree that it's an exceptional and versatile shoe. Some comparisions that would be interesting include: Saucony Ride 13, Saucony Speed, Saucony Shift, and Hoka One One Clifton 6/7. For 2021, I agree with others that the next generation Saucony Ride 14, Speed 2, and Shift 2 are the most likely competitors, with the Asics Glideride 2 being another possibility. Thanks for all that you do!
My main problem with Endorphin Speed is they are ALWAYS out of stock here in Canada for my size... I tried its official website, our local running store and a few big Canadian Chains, no shoes. You'd think M size 9 is pretty common....
QD: Seth makes s compelling case for the Mach 4, so I doubt anyone will exceed it, but if I had to guess, maybe ASICS. The Nimbus Lite 2 looks like a winner, and as a devotee of the Novablast, I’m looking forward to v2.
While I TOTALLY understand and respect your view for not having too much rubber on the sole, for us everyday peeps that have to go through 1... MAYBE 2 shoes per year, that bit of extra rubber far outweighs the importance of 50-100 grams.
QD: saucony. I love the endorphin pro. I think they will make some great improvements to the endorphin series. Also, just got the novablast for $99 at Dicks. Can’t wait to try it out!
QD: I'm excited for the Asics Novablast 2 & Saucony Ride 14. Those shoes(if done right) are going to be something special. Thanks a lot to YT reviews! Shoe companies must find this resource to be a godsend as far as R&D goes.
QD: I've only ran in Nike, Adidas and New Balance recently so I might have a narrow sighted opinion. Amongst the 3, I'll say Nike. Adidas Lightstrike seems to firm for a daily trainer and boost is too heavy. New balance fuelcell is a great foam for speed work due to the energy return but not durable enough for a daily trainer. Nike React fits all the properties you would want in a daily trainer, durable, soft enough, not overly heavy. I'm definitely looking forward to a getting a 2nd pair of Peg 37 in 2021 at a discount.
@@Emeranux The Endorphin Speed is the best performance trainer I've ever run in. I just passed 400mi on my first pair and they still feel good. About to order another!
QD: I think Saucony if they incorporate the PWRun+ foam to the Endorphin line up. I was a longtime Pegasus guy, and this last year I became a Saucony Guy. The most comfortable and durable shoes I've ever owned.
after almost half a year of waiting for it to appear on sale, here in Serbia, Hoka Mach 4 has finally arrived. I bought it online, without trying it in the store, and based on several reviews, one is this one. one word: superb! the best running shoes!
Just got my Hoka Mach 4's today. Woohoo! Butter my bread, we're off to see the wizard ;-) Did a 4.5 mile club run at 11min pace. Of course I am no test of the kind of speed the Mach 4 can deliver. My first impressions are this: This shoe is very comfortable on my feet. I had to buy a half size up. They deliver a soft landing and a smooth ride. I can see myself doing my 1st marathon in a Mach series shoe. However, for 10K on down, I will still pull out my Skecher Razor 3's. For half-marathon and above, the Mach has got it. Looking forward to your review of the Skechers GoRun ride 9 and the Max Road 5 is ready for release!!
For 2021, I am looking forward to Altra’s replacement for the Torin 4.0. Rumor has been that it will be renamed, so I’ll have to pay attention to “new” models from Altra.
I'd say that the only draw back is actually the offset. 5mm drop is a no no for me. Otherwise these could be my first Hoka shoes. QOD: maybe Novablast 2 will break that 9/10 score.
Seth, just went to the store today to find a new running shoe....first time in a long time. Didn't see any shoe reviews. As soon as I tried on the Mach 4, I knew this was the one. Light, cushiony, responsive, stabile. Instant hit for me. Hoka did it right.
QD: Nike Pegasus 38. The 37 was a lot of steps (pun intended) in the right direction. I expect them to fully nail the 38. Hopefully they can bring the weight down slightly, and widen the toe box just a bit. (I personally prefer a bit tighter shoe..the peg 37 is a great fit for me already but I read a lot of comments from people saying it is tight on them) The react foam is here to stay. I don’t see that changing. Traction is great on the 37. We may see some stack height shed as it didn’t seem to help much in the 37 and only added more weight. The 10mm drop will stay. As much as I would prefer it to be in the 5-8mm range, Nike keeps their daily trainers at 10mm. The zoom air bags will probably stay. I really liked them initially but can go either way now. After about 50 miles mine started to squeak (in a few different pairs). I have the alphafly and vaporfly and after months of testing I would go with vaporfly, which has no air bags. Lastly, we may see some sort of plate in the peg 38. Not carbon. Probably composite, maybe a half plate? I don’t think it needs it but I see Nike doing everything they can to make this the #1 runners daily trainer after letting the vomero line die a slow and tragic death.
QD: I am gonna go with Brooks and the second iteration of their Hyperion Tempo. Why? Because they just nailed the 2nd version of the Hyperion Elite and the Tempo was already a fantastic shoe in 2020.
Seth, a while ago you mentioned that you were going to do a marathon shoe matrix. I haven’t heard anything about it and I was wondering if you were still planning on doing one? That is the most anticipated vlog for me.
QD: Asics glideride 2, I love the glideride 1, it's my go to shoe for long and steady run. The only issues I had with the shoe was the weight that prevented it from being used at some faster tempos. But fro what I've read the glideride 2 is incorporating flytefoam into the midsole which in all probability will lead to less weight and more responsiveness with the same meta rocker tech.
Thanks Seth, I put myself down for "All Notifications." I'm excited about your new Q & A on running shoes live stream and thank you for answering my question last show. I only recently got into the Hoka line with the Clifton 7. I think I want to get this puppy too! I'm on my way to my local shoe-dio!
OMG!! Love this shoe..got x2 first, hated it...got these took em out and ran a live 5 miler..very responsive, locked in feel, love the toe splay and heel counter..everything is awesome..using these for my ultra training. My new fav Hoka! (Better than Rincon)
Hey Seth, the Hoka Mach 4 is the first shoe I bought without checking your review first. That’s how perfect it felt as soon as I slipped it on. Needless to say, your review made me like them even more!
Digging this review, Seth! Now we have to wait for these 😢 have a great one! Super excited for: these now, Atreyu Artist, the next Novablast, 1080v11! It’s a great time to be alive and a runner!
First time I ever spent more than $70 on a running shoe- well worth the price of admission! I definitely stepped up my game. Everything seems just a little more effortless. Thank you Dr. Jerome Hoka and your team of Sneaker Scientists
**I've been running for about 6 months now and have been running in a simple Asics Gel and was pleased but wanted to up my game and bought the Cliftons and quickly returned them, too clunky so I got the mach 4 which allot of people love but I feel like I'm running in soft sand I guess im used to the firmer sole I'm hoping I can get used to the ride bcause I really want to enjoy this sneaker.
Sketchers...because I love an underdawg! To come up with some surprise. Hoka Mach 4...not sure that heel needs such a flair....maybe could have been a Kkosh lighter..
Butter my bread, we're off to see the wizard!!! Just finished a 4.5 miler in my Skechers (GoRun (no ride) 7+'s and feeling the afterglow.(Try some Skechers in your rotation guys) :-) Went down to the local shoe-dio and tried on a pair of Mach 4's Woohoo! There size 10, my usual, was a little to snug. I find most times I take a 10, but sometimes 10.5. Perhaps the toe box had me want a half size up. Oh, the current manufacturing run has shortened the laces, they much have heard you Seth. The laces were not too long. I have now become a Skechers/Hoka man.
I wish Hoka had made the modifications in weight and midsole performance but kept the more traditional lines of v.3 (without the elf heel and that rear sole extension) because the Mach 3 looked beautiful--including the upper fabric, though the new fabric is evidently more breathable and maybe contributes to the better fit and lighter weight.
Fantastic review!! I haven’t worn a Hoka for a while due to their bulky-ness, but after after seeing that score I just may have to head back over to them. Thanks Seth!
QD: I think Skechers will have the best daily trainer in 2021. The Hyper Burst midsoles are incredible, and (for my feet) their uppers are the most comfortable. Currently have three different models in my rotation, and I enjoy each mile in every pair.
the mach 4 gives me real good mach 2 vibes. mach 3 was a complete bust and it’s getting hard to find mach 2’s in my size for a good price. really looking forward to the 4!!!
Just ordered the last pair in UK 9 from the hoka website . These sold out like nothing Iv seen . Excited, done about 200 miles in the Clifton 7’s I’m new to all the running shoes world. I think these will be brilliant
The Mach 4 is going to be smooooooth... and also smother then the Rincon. The Profly midsole material hast improved and in super bouncy. The Rincon therefore is a little lighter, a little stiffer but a little less durable. Also the Rocker Shape of the Rincon is a littler more aggressive which makes the Rincon still super fast and fun to run, but gives the Mach 4 in comparison a littler more rolling kind of feeling. So the longer the distance to run, the stronger the Mach 4 gets. It kind of fells like the CarbonX2 without carbon plate, in caseyou had the chance to already try that one?! :)
I thought of a question for you whilst watching the vlog from a couple of days back regarding the evolution of shoe series. My favourite shoe yet is the Hoka EVO Speedgoat. In love with the bounce. Do you know of any ROAD shoe that has a similar feeling to it? Thanks for continuously pushing out awesome videos. SB WH LEO
QD: So many! Never count out the Swoosh (Nike) with some update perhaps of the Pegasus Turbo...or Maybe Adidas will make a SL 21 in honor of the revised date of the Tokyo Olympics. 👍👍
Versatility and weight reasons this puts the Hoka Mach 4 up with the Saucony endorphin speed as number one for daily and speed shoe. Two essential go to shoes! 👍🏻👏🏼👏🏼
Great shoes. Awesome cushioning. Only question is if the fit is right for your foot shape. Two small complaints I have on mine is the questionable forefoot outsole durability and the toe box being a tad narrow.
I've got quite narrow feet and never had a pair of shoes fit as well as my Hola Clifton 6's. So concur with the above. Try a wide if that's likely to be a problem for you. Love that shoe so much, will definitely get the Mach 4 in march!
I hope Altra will make a good Escalante 3.0. the past two iterations have been super hit or miss, with the uppers on both the 2.0 and 2.5 being too stiff and too stretchy, respectively. Alternatively, I find the Escalante Racer to be a fantastic daily trainer in almost every aspect.
Great review Seth! Sooo on the fence with this one, im waiting for the NB rebel 2 to compare before purchase but as the review went on i was really hating on the colourway! Good reason to wait. They always release more colours down the track, maybe in time for rebel 2 release. 1 question por favor? 1. Rebel 2 - will you be reviewing this shoe? And not a question really but Ive been a subscriber for about 2 years now and whats more inspiring than your reviews is to see how naturally kind and inclusive you are with others when you are out and about doing your race footage etc. You inspire me to be more like that too🙏
Hoka Mach 4 = winner winner chicken dinner! Good lawd, this shoe is stellar. I swore off Hoka bc they were so chunky and maximalist. These are so comfy. Running in the Mach 4 for 5+ miles have been insanely enjoyable 🥰
QD: I would like to say that the second iteration of the Glide rides could be a huge contender, but Nike, Saucony, New Balance, and Sketers have all been stepping their games up in a big way in the past few years. Man, if this sho was out, I would have tried them out instead of the Novablast (great shoe).
QD: I'm a fan therefore Hoka for 2021 Mach 4 as the daily trainer. Until it's release I will continue to use my fantastic Mach 2, my great Rincon 1, and my Clifford 4 for long runs. It's great to see your reviews of other brand shoes but I've tried others with injuries - so far my luck has been great with Hoka - no injuries.
Hi Seth, great Vlog mate! Hoka will/ have produced the best daily trainer of 2021 in the Mach 4 or it will be the Rincon 4. I can’t see anyone else getting close. I think INOV-8 will take the honours in the trail category
Seeeeeeeeeeth! 😊 great video! I just ordered the Mach 4 and they're just delivered. BUT: too small / too narrow. So sad (for me). What do you think about a new Matrix-Video like "Race Day Shoe For Wider Feet Matrix" ...That would be awesome! Keep on rockin' and runningg!
Salomon Sonic 3 Balance! Love that shoe!! Mach 4 just in tha house. Have to try them before I have an opinion. Can’t wait to hit the roads with the Hoka’s!!
I watched the video you did getting your gait analysis done and buying some Brooks Ravenna’s yesterday. Given that the Mach 4 are not a stability shoe you obviously got on fine with them despite needing a support shoe.
Thanks for all of your hard work and passion for creating this content. You mention that this shoe would not be as great for slower pace/ easy days. What are some present day options you would suggest for this? Or key things I should look for? Thanks!
QOD: Asics Evoride 2 may not be as cushioned, but it shed some weight closing in to 8oz, so it may be a contender. In terms of overall package, I enjoyed the skechers razor 3 so much, so rather hyped up with the razor 3+ if they really are designed more for daily trainer now.
QD: if the endorphin speeds gets a refresh in 2021, it’ll be the best, if not, the ASICS glide ride 2 has a good shot, but there is always room for an underdog
Wow! Great win for the Hoka Mach4... Big question though is if the midsole bottoms-out early (like Rincon?)...QOD: Hoka for now... BUT Asics might come from behind fior the win with Nimbus lite 2 OR a Novablast 2 (lite?).
Good Morning. It‘s funny That you’re saying That the Clinton Edge isn‘t so Good at all because i‘m thinking this Way too 😁 This is maybe the third of fourth Review to the hoka One One mach 4 and every person in the Videos are pure exitet about this Shoe. At this Moment i run the carbon x2 and when they are Done I think i will buy a pair of this 👌
I am a big fan of brooks with their stability/GTS lineup and based on a few videos over at Jamison Michael they are making some changes to how their stability lineup works making a stability category to all their neutral shoes. My dream is that in 2021 they come out with a Brooks Hyperion Tempo 2 GTS which would really be the first stability tempo shoes that has a softer midsole. If that happens it will be hands down the best tempo/daily trainer shoe for runners that need that stability.
I believe it will be the Nike Pegasus 38. The current iteration of the show has shown vast improvements and if they listen to what the people want and act out on it, it will be the most successful shoe of 2021.
I'm an Adidas fan. My foot is narrow and they fit right. I have the Boston series, SL, ultraboost, and Prime. Just picked up the Adizero Pro...waiting for races to come back to try these out.
QD: I’m going with Nike and Tempo Next% 2 or whatever they call it. I love the current version and know that it’s been a very marmite shoe. I think with a couple of tweaks it could be amazing. Admittedly my shoe experience is way smaller than yours but the current Tempo Next% just made me feel great when running and any improvements would be amazing.
@@thangarajmj5814 It’s sad to face the truth. It was such a fantastic seller and it still is to this day so IF they were to continue it, it would probably be one of the next best overall running shoes on the market
The Mach is gotta last you a lot longer and has a more structured heel counter. The rincon is great for workout days but I wouldn’t use them as a daily trainer just because they’ll last you about only 115 miles. Vs the Mach you’ll get a lot more off but obviously means the Mach is gonna be a lot heavier
I’m gonna say Hoka, I’m new to the brand having always favoured Inov8 for trails and Brooks for road however......ATR5’s seem to tick most boxes for me.....love em!
My 2021 shoe cycle has been looking like this so far: I have a pair of these, one pair of brooks glycerine 19 and old epic react 2 shoes which I bougt from the Nike website when they were briefly available again in March an last but not least Brooks Hyperion Elite 2 - my first ever carbon plated shoes. Since these were the only shoes I bought this year these are the only ones I can really talk about. I've worn like 10 other shoes on treadmills or some 50-100 meters outside a store. If I had to pick my "favorite running shoe of 2021" I guess it'd be these, closely followed by the epic react 2 (I know a 2019 shoe, but it's still way better than its slow and heavy follow ups, infinity 1 and 2). The Glycerines are of course very comfortable and will get you home on every recovery run still allowing you to pick up the pace if you want to but they're just a bit less fun to run in compared to the epic react 2 which are - to mind - phenomenal yet not quite as fast as the Hoka Mach IV. There are of course some Sauconys, some Asics and other shoes by Brooks which I didn't buy because I didn't like them enough on the treadmill. And there are shoes I didn't even try in the first place, so that's even unfairer but hey - you've asked ;-) Oh and of course there are teh Hyperion Elite 2 which I used for my first ever sub 1:40 HM...I guess they are great shoes but since I've only ever worn them when I tried to run as fast as I physically can, I didn't have much time to think about the shoes I wore....
Brooks. I feel with the Hyperion Tempo and Hyperion Elite 2, Brooks is knocking on the door. I'd like to see a Ghost Racer be introduced ( a racing mate to the Ghost Trainer). Brooks.
I was thinking maybe the Hoka, Nike, or Saucony because all of those companies seem to be heading in the right direction with the build I think. But then again, I am kind of new to running so I am not way too sure. I am so excited to try out the MACHS!!!!!
I decided that I wasn't a fan of Hoka then you built me put for this one and let me down with the release date 🤣. Well played sir...well played!!! QD: I am hooked on Nike!
First 2 runs this week in this shoe. It is an amazing ride. Not too soft - not too firm - just right with a rocker feel that makes a higher cadence easy on the legs.
This Hoka One One Mach 4 sounds great! Other online reviewers seem to agree that it's an exceptional and versatile shoe. Some comparisions that would be interesting include: Saucony Ride 13, Saucony Speed, Saucony Shift, and Hoka One One Clifton 6/7. For 2021, I agree with others that the next generation Saucony Ride 14, Speed 2, and Shift 2 are the most likely competitors, with the Asics Glideride 2 being another possibility. Thanks for all that you do!
I really loving what Saucony is doing. I think the will be the brand of the year in 2021 with a updated endorphin speed.
Me too!!!!
QD: New Balance just because they have so many models that could be daily trainers: 1080, prism, rebel, propel, beacon...
Im here from the future!!! Just pre-ordered my mach 4s
So did I. I got the last pre order one in my size. Yesterday they still had 5 of those in stock
Enjoy... first 7 miles tonight.... worth the wait.
What should I get the brooks Hyperion tempo or the hoka Mach 4 they are both great shoes I can’t decide 😂
@@omarreyes2706 based off the first run I’d say Mach 4, just slightly more bounce and cushion than the tempo.
@@Formerly-known-as-Steve thanks for the advice man !
QD: If Saucony can somehow get the Endorphin Speed down to $150 or below while maintaining or improving the quality, it's game over!
Excellent point.
My main problem with Endorphin Speed is they are ALWAYS out of stock here in Canada for my size... I tried its official website, our local running store and a few big Canadian Chains, no shoes. You'd think M size 9 is pretty common....
biggest problem with that shoe is my arch is to low
I got the endorphin speed for $115 now that the version 2 is out
QD: Seth makes s compelling case for the Mach 4, so I doubt anyone will exceed it, but if I had to guess, maybe ASICS. The Nimbus Lite 2 looks like a winner, and as a devotee of the Novablast, I’m looking forward to v2.
Im with you on this one too Dave! Novablast with a better upper and wide more stable base please!
While I TOTALLY understand and respect your view for not having too much rubber on the sole, for us everyday peeps that have to go through 1... MAYBE 2 shoes per year, that bit of extra rubber far outweighs the importance of 50-100 grams.
QD: saucony. I love the endorphin pro. I think they will make some great improvements to the endorphin series.
Also, just got the novablast for $99 at Dicks. Can’t wait to try it out!
I quite like novablast, get 2 pairs , orange and glacier ice. Enjoy!
QD: I'm excited for the Asics Novablast 2 & Saucony Ride 14. Those shoes(if done right) are going to be something special. Thanks a lot to YT reviews! Shoe companies must find this resource to be a godsend as far as R&D goes.
Yes indeed!
QD: Nike Pegasus 38. I've never been disappointed wearing the Peg lineup, and it is so consistent. I know exactly what I'm getting every time I buy.
QD: I've only ran in Nike, Adidas and New Balance recently so I might have a narrow sighted opinion. Amongst the 3, I'll say Nike. Adidas Lightstrike seems to firm for a daily trainer and boost is too heavy. New balance fuelcell is a great foam for speed work due to the energy return but not durable enough for a daily trainer. Nike React fits all the properties you would want in a daily trainer, durable, soft enough, not overly heavy. I'm definitely looking forward to a getting a 2nd pair of Peg 37 in 2021 at a discount.
QD: Im thinking definitely saucony. They're moving in the right direction with the endorphin speed.
Agree !
@@Emeranux The Endorphin Speed is the best performance trainer I've ever run in. I just passed 400mi on my first pair and they still feel good. About to order another!
@@seanc.5310 i m already at my second pair i also got the pro and i still prefer the speed they re so good !
I'm a saucony guy but I really love the SL20 man it makes you faster. I trim down my 5k and 10k PB two times with that bad boy.
Nah bro with ur hard work, keep it up
QD: I think Saucony if they incorporate the PWRun+ foam to the Endorphin line up. I was a longtime Pegasus guy, and this last year I became a Saucony Guy. The most comfortable and durable shoes I've ever owned.
Great intel Clay! Thanks for dropping a comment.
after almost half a year of waiting for it to appear on sale, here in Serbia, Hoka Mach 4 has finally arrived. I bought it online, without trying it in the store, and based on several reviews, one is this one. one word: superb! the best running shoes!
Just got my Hoka Mach 4's today. Woohoo! Butter my bread, we're off to see the wizard ;-) Did a 4.5 mile club run at 11min pace. Of course I am no test of the kind of speed the Mach 4 can deliver. My first impressions are this: This shoe is very comfortable on my feet. I had to buy a half size up. They deliver a soft landing and a smooth ride. I can see myself doing my 1st marathon in a Mach series shoe. However, for 10K on down, I will still pull out my Skecher Razor 3's. For half-marathon and above, the Mach has got it. Looking forward to your review of the Skechers GoRun ride 9 and the Max Road 5 is ready for release!!
Saucony will fabric the best easy day trainer shoe in 2021 after the successful Endorphin Speed they did this year
QD: Hoka One One Rincon 3!
For 2021, I am looking forward to Altra’s replacement for the Torin 4.0. Rumor has been that it will be renamed, so I’ll have to pay attention to “new” models from Altra.
Tom Bargerstock What about the Torin 4.5 plush?, nice shoe, I bought 2 pairs.
I love the Plush 4.5! I have 2 pair right now. Great update over the 4.0. Fit, feel, tongue AND the laces are FINALLY sized well!!!
It’s called the Rivera and it releases in February
@@Tempo0523 for the info!!! Much appreciated!
I'd say that the only draw back is actually the offset. 5mm drop is a no no for me. Otherwise these could be my first Hoka shoes. QOD: maybe Novablast 2 will break that 9/10 score.
Too much drop or too little?
Seth, just went to the store today to find a new running shoe....first time in a long time. Didn't see any shoe reviews. As soon as I tried on the Mach 4, I knew this was the one. Light, cushiony, responsive, stabile. Instant hit for me. Hoka did it right.
QD: Nike Pegasus 38.
The 37 was a lot of steps (pun intended) in the right direction. I expect them to fully nail the 38. Hopefully they can bring the weight down slightly, and widen the toe box just a bit. (I personally prefer a bit tighter shoe..the peg 37 is a great fit for me already but I read a lot of comments from people saying it is tight on them)
The react foam is here to stay. I don’t see that changing.
Traction is great on the 37.
We may see some stack height shed as it didn’t seem to help much in the 37 and only added more weight.
The 10mm drop will stay. As much as I would prefer it to be in the 5-8mm range, Nike keeps their daily trainers at 10mm.
The zoom air bags will probably stay. I really liked them initially but can go either way now. After about 50 miles mine started to squeak (in a few different pairs). I have the alphafly and vaporfly and after months of testing I would go with vaporfly, which has no air bags.
Lastly, we may see some sort of plate in the peg 38. Not carbon. Probably composite, maybe a half plate? I don’t think it needs it but I see Nike doing everything they can to make this the #1 runners daily trainer after letting the vomero line die a slow and tragic death.
QD: I am gonna go with Brooks and the second iteration of their Hyperion Tempo. Why? Because they just nailed the 2nd version of the Hyperion Elite and the Tempo was already a fantastic shoe in 2020.
Thx so much for your review -- the Mach 4 have been great for me. Ran about 75 miles with them so far, and couldn't be happier.
Seth, a while ago you mentioned that you were going to do a marathon shoe matrix. I haven’t heard anything about it and I was wondering if you were still planning on doing one? That is the most anticipated vlog for me.
Hope Seth includes some non-plated shoes with extra cushioning for us non-elite runners. Wonder if this Hoka Mach 4 will be one those shoes.
QD: Asics glideride 2, I love the glideride 1, it's my go to shoe for long and steady run. The only issues I had with the shoe was the weight that prevented it from being used at some faster tempos. But fro what I've read the glideride 2 is incorporating flytefoam into the midsole which in all probability will lead to less weight and more responsiveness with the same meta rocker tech.
Can’t wait!
Thanks Seth, I put myself down for "All Notifications." I'm excited about your new Q & A on running shoes live stream and thank you for answering my question last show. I only recently got into the Hoka line with the Clifton 7. I think I want to get this puppy too! I'm on my way to my local shoe-dio!
Awesome! You're welcome!
OMG!! Love this shoe..got x2 first, hated it...got these took em out and ran a live 5 miler..very responsive, locked in feel, love the toe splay and heel counter..everything is awesome..using these for my ultra training. My new fav Hoka! (Better than Rincon)
Here from the future. I’m betting it will be Hoka.
I was 6 weeks of vlogs behind. And now I'm all caught up! Onward and upward!
Hey Seth, the Hoka Mach 4 is the first shoe I bought without checking your review first. That’s how perfect it felt as soon as I slipped it on. Needless to say, your review made me like them even more!
Digging this review, Seth! Now we have to wait for these 😢 have a great one!
Super excited for: these now, Atreyu Artist, the next Novablast, 1080v11! It’s a great time to be alive and a runner!
First time I ever spent more than $70 on a running shoe- well worth the price of admission! I definitely stepped up my game. Everything seems just a little more effortless. Thank you Dr. Jerome Hoka and your team of Sneaker Scientists
**I've been running for about 6 months now and have been running in a simple Asics Gel and was pleased but wanted to up my game and bought the Cliftons and quickly returned them, too clunky so I got the mach 4 which allot of people love but I feel like I'm running in soft sand I guess im used to the firmer sole I'm hoping I can get used to the ride bcause I really want to enjoy this sneaker.
Sketchers...because I love an underdawg! To come up with some surprise. Hoka Mach 4...not sure that heel needs such a flair....maybe could have been a Kkosh lighter..
QD: Hoka and/or Saucony. The Speed is awesome, and version 2 is gonna nail it. Hoka on the trails with the follow up of the Evo Speedgoat.
Butter my bread, we're off to see the wizard!!! Just finished a 4.5 miler in my Skechers (GoRun (no ride) 7+'s and feeling the afterglow.(Try some Skechers in your rotation guys) :-) Went down to the local shoe-dio and tried on a pair of Mach 4's Woohoo! There size 10, my usual, was a little to snug. I find most times I take a 10, but sometimes 10.5. Perhaps the toe box had me want a half size up. Oh, the current manufacturing run has shortened the laces, they much have heard you Seth. The laces were not too long. I have now become a Skechers/Hoka man.
Awesome Raymond, enjoy the ride!
QD: The best daily trainer for me in 2021 will be Mizuno Wave Rider 24 Neo (not bought yet).
I don’t know how many times I’ve watched this video, but it helped me in my decision to preorder this shoes from running warehouse. Thanks Seth!
I wish Hoka had made the modifications in weight and midsole performance but kept the more traditional lines of v.3 (without the elf heel and that rear sole extension) because the Mach 3 looked beautiful--including the upper fabric, though the new fabric is evidently more breathable and maybe contributes to the better fit and lighter weight.
How was the 3 landing for you? :shoe:
QOD: Asics lite series or the Novablast iteration
Fantastic review!! I haven’t worn a Hoka for a while due to their bulky-ness, but after after seeing that score I just may have to head back over to them. Thanks Seth!
Thanks Seth. I just got the Hoka Mach 4. I will be trying it out tomorrow. Great review man.
how were they? I am thinking about picking the hoka mach 4s up or the saucony endorphin speed
QD: I think Skechers will have the best daily trainer in 2021. The Hyper Burst midsoles are incredible, and (for my feet) their uppers are the most comfortable. Currently have three different models in my rotation, and I enjoy each mile in every pair.
the mach 4 gives me real good mach 2 vibes. mach 3 was a complete bust and it’s getting hard to find mach 2’s in my size for a good price. really looking forward to the 4!!!
Just ordered the last pair in UK 9 from the hoka website . These sold out like nothing Iv seen . Excited, done about 200 miles in the Clifton 7’s I’m new to all the running shoes world. I think these will be brilliant
Great video Seth - does this shoe make the Rincon defunct? Keep up the good work
Nike pegasus 38
Excited about this one! I wonder how it compares to the Rincon?
Same
The Mach 4 is going to be smooooooth... and also smother then the Rincon. The Profly midsole material hast improved and in super bouncy.
The Rincon therefore is a little lighter, a little stiffer but a little less durable. Also the Rocker Shape of the Rincon is a littler more aggressive which makes the Rincon still super fast and fun to run, but gives the Mach 4 in comparison a littler more rolling kind of feeling. So the longer the distance to run, the stronger the Mach 4 gets.
It kind of fells like the CarbonX2 without carbon plate, in caseyou had the chance to already try that one?! :)
Only run roads for speed work or if the snow approaches my knees, but when I do: Hoka Rocket X!
QD: Endorphin Pro/Speed 2.0
I thought of a question for you whilst watching the vlog from a couple of days back regarding the evolution of shoe series.
My favourite shoe yet is the Hoka EVO Speedgoat. In love with the bounce. Do you know of any ROAD shoe that has a similar feeling to it?
Thanks for continuously pushing out awesome videos. SB WH LEO
Qd: Asics....they've been amazing. Either Novablast iteration or Glideride.
I'd LOVE(!!) a comparison video between Hoka Mach 4 and Nike Invincible Run!
QD: So many! Never count out the Swoosh (Nike) with some update perhaps of the Pegasus Turbo...or Maybe Adidas will make a SL 21 in honor of the revised date of the Tokyo Olympics. 👍👍
Versatility and weight reasons this puts the Hoka Mach 4 up with the Saucony endorphin speed as number one for daily and speed shoe. Two essential go to shoes! 👍🏻👏🏼👏🏼
QD: Asics Novablast. They'll update the upper and it'll be lighter and have a better lockdown.
Tempted to give Hoka a shot
Great shoes. Awesome cushioning. Only question is if the fit is right for your foot shape. Two small complaints I have on mine is the questionable forefoot outsole durability and the toe box being a tad narrow.
I've got quite narrow feet and never had a pair of shoes fit as well as my Hola Clifton 6's. So concur with the above. Try a wide if that's likely to be a problem for you. Love that shoe so much, will definitely get the Mach 4 in march!
A narrow fit is more than fine, thanks folks. Definitely looking forward to giving them a try.
I hope Altra will make a good Escalante 3.0. the past two iterations have been super hit or miss, with the uppers on both the 2.0 and 2.5 being too stiff and too stretchy, respectively. Alternatively, I find the Escalante Racer to be a fantastic daily trainer in almost every aspect.
Great review Seth! Sooo on the fence with this one, im waiting for the NB rebel 2 to compare before purchase but as the review went on i was really hating on the colourway! Good reason to wait. They always release more colours down the track, maybe in time for rebel 2 release. 1 question por favor? 1. Rebel 2 - will you be reviewing this shoe? And not a question really but Ive been a subscriber for about 2 years now and whats more inspiring than your reviews is to see how naturally kind and inclusive you are with others when you are out and about doing your race footage etc. You inspire me to be more like that too🙏
Hoka Mach 4 = winner winner chicken dinner! Good lawd, this shoe is stellar. I swore off Hoka bc they were so chunky and maximalist. These are so comfy. Running in the Mach 4 for 5+ miles have been insanely enjoyable 🥰
QD: I would like to say that the second iteration of the Glide rides could be a huge contender, but Nike, Saucony, New Balance, and Sketers have all been stepping their games up in a big way in the past few years.
Man, if this sho was out, I would have tried them out instead of the Novablast (great shoe).
QD: I'm a fan therefore Hoka for 2021 Mach 4 as the daily trainer. Until it's release I will continue to use my fantastic Mach 2, my great Rincon 1, and my Clifford 4 for long runs. It's great to see your reviews of other brand shoes but I've tried others with injuries - so far my luck has been great with Hoka - no injuries.
Great to hear Jim!! :shoe:
I'm getting all your notifications 👍🏾🙌🏾
Hi Seth, great Vlog mate! Hoka will/ have produced the best daily trainer of 2021 in the Mach 4 or it will be the Rincon 4. I can’t see anyone else getting close. I think INOV-8 will take the honours in the trail category
Seeeeeeeeeeth! 😊 great video! I just ordered the Mach 4 and they're just delivered. BUT: too small / too narrow. So sad (for me). What do you think about a new Matrix-Video like "Race Day Shoe For Wider Feet Matrix" ...That would be awesome! Keep on rockin' and runningg!
Salomon Sonic 3 Balance! Love that shoe!! Mach 4 just in tha house. Have to try them before I have an opinion. Can’t wait to hit the roads with the Hoka’s!!
I watched the video you did getting your gait analysis done and buying some Brooks Ravenna’s yesterday. Given that the Mach 4 are not a stability shoe you obviously got on fine with them despite needing a support shoe.
Hoka upping their game big time with that shoe.
Thanks for all of your hard work and passion for creating this content.
You mention that this shoe would not be as great for slower pace/ easy days. What are some present day options you would suggest for this? Or key things I should look for?
Thanks!
Was waiting for this video :)
And what did you think? :shoe:
@@SethJamesDeMoor That Hoka wil be my next road running shoe after my NB 1080 Died :)
QD: I think the nike pegasus line up will because the peg 37 is already an amazing shoe, but the 38 i think will capitalize a lot.
QOD: Asics Evoride 2 may not be as cushioned, but it shed some weight closing in to 8oz, so it may be a contender. In terms of overall package, I enjoyed the skechers razor 3 so much, so rather hyped up with the razor 3+ if they really are designed more for daily trainer now.
I thought you were going to make a joke about “the best lockdown of 2020” 😂
🤣🤣
QD: if the endorphin speeds gets a refresh in 2021, it’ll be the best, if not, the ASICS glide ride 2 has a good shot, but there is always room for an underdog
Wow! Great win for the Hoka Mach4... Big question though is if the midsole bottoms-out early (like Rincon?)...QOD: Hoka for now... BUT Asics might come from behind fior the win with Nimbus lite 2 OR a Novablast 2 (lite?).
Good Morning. It‘s funny That you’re saying That the Clinton Edge isn‘t so Good at all because i‘m thinking this Way too 😁 This is maybe the third of fourth Review to the hoka One One mach 4 and every person in the Videos are pure exitet about this Shoe. At this Moment i run the carbon x2 and when they are Done I think i will buy a pair of this 👌
I am a big fan of brooks with their stability/GTS lineup and based on a few videos over at Jamison Michael they are making some changes to how their stability lineup works making a stability category to all their neutral shoes. My dream is that in 2021 they come out with a Brooks Hyperion Tempo 2 GTS which would really be the first stability tempo shoes that has a softer midsole. If that happens it will be hands down the best tempo/daily trainer shoe for runners that need that stability.
I believe it will be the Nike Pegasus 38. The current iteration of the show has shown vast improvements and if they listen to what the people want and act out on it, it will be the most successful shoe of 2021.
QD: I’m gonna go with ASICS, especially with their ride series.
I'm an Adidas fan. My foot is narrow and they fit right. I have the Boston series, SL, ultraboost, and Prime. Just picked up the Adizero Pro...waiting for races to come back to try these out.
QD: I’m going with Nike and Tempo Next% 2 or whatever they call it. I love the current version and know that it’s been a very marmite shoe. I think with a couple of tweaks it could be amazing. Admittedly my shoe experience is way smaller than yours but the current Tempo Next% just made me feel great when running and any improvements would be amazing.
Can’t wait for this Mach 4 I have my money set aside now - just waiting
You won’t be disappointed
QOD: saucony in 2021 especially endorphin speed 2!
Woot woot! :shoe:
Hoka makes a darn good shoe. Great review!
Thanks for watching!
I can’t wait to pick up this shoe in 2021! March seems too far away 😭
That midsole kinda looks like butter! Maybe that’s why it’s such a great shoe
Butter Butter Butter!
Hey Seth, would you say this shoe is as wide or wider in the toe box than the Rincon, Elevon, or Clifton?
I think of Nike released a Pegasus Turbo 3, it would be absolutely amazing
Sadly, they discontinued it. I wanted to get one more pair of the Turbo 2 but it's really out of stock (in my size) here in Germany. :(
@@thangarajmj5814 It’s sad to face the truth. It was such a fantastic seller and it still is to this day so IF they were to continue it, it would probably be one of the next best overall running shoes on the market
I’m curious to see a comparison between this and the Rincon. They seem like very similar shoes, with a lightweight, exposed EVA midsole
Rincon is too narrow and doesn't come in a wide. I was disappointed with the Rincon - I prefer the Mach .. the un-Hoka Hoka
The Mach is gotta last you a lot longer and has a more structured heel counter. The rincon is great for workout days but I wouldn’t use them as a daily trainer just because they’ll last you about only 115 miles. Vs the Mach you’ll get a lot more off but obviously means the Mach is gonna be a lot heavier
@@Carlosediaz543 the Rincon lasted me like 300 miles and I’ve heard the Mach lasts about the same, because it’s the same exposed midsole
Christian, Mach will be more responsive, I'll do a comparison soon! :Shoe:
I’m gonna say Hoka, I’m new to the brand having always favoured Inov8 for trails and Brooks for road however......ATR5’s seem to tick most boxes for me.....love em!
Glad you mentioned the toe box. I really don't like a tight toe box area.
My 2021 shoe cycle has been looking like this so far:
I have a pair of these, one pair of brooks glycerine 19 and old epic react 2 shoes which I bougt from the Nike website when they were briefly available again in March an last but not least Brooks Hyperion Elite 2 - my first ever carbon plated shoes. Since these were the only shoes I bought this year these are the only ones I can really talk about. I've worn like 10 other shoes on treadmills or some 50-100 meters outside a store. If I had to pick my "favorite running shoe of 2021" I guess it'd be these, closely followed by the epic react 2 (I know a 2019 shoe, but it's still way better than its slow and heavy follow ups, infinity 1 and 2). The Glycerines are of course very comfortable and will get you home on every recovery run still allowing you to pick up the pace if you want to but they're just a bit less fun to run in compared to the epic react 2 which are - to mind - phenomenal yet not quite as fast as the Hoka Mach IV. There are of course some Sauconys, some Asics and other shoes by Brooks which I didn't buy because I didn't like them enough on the treadmill. And there are shoes I didn't even try in the first place, so that's even unfairer but hey - you've asked ;-) Oh and of course there are teh Hyperion Elite 2 which I used for my first ever sub 1:40 HM...I guess they are great shoes but since I've only ever worn them when I tried to run as fast as I physically can, I didn't have much time to think about the shoes I wore....
Brooks. I feel with the Hyperion Tempo and Hyperion Elite 2, Brooks is knocking on the door. I'd like to see a Ghost Racer be introduced ( a racing mate to the Ghost Trainer). Brooks.
:shoe: great choices!
I was thinking maybe the Hoka, Nike, or Saucony because all of those companies seem to be heading in the right direction with the build I think. But then again, I am kind of new to running so I am not way too sure. I am so excited to try out the MACHS!!!!!
to watch this 3 month ago and the wait is almost over, finally
This video is a tease😂 I want it now
Novablast 2.. My question of the day prediction
I decided that I wasn't a fan of Hoka then you built me put for this one and let me down with the release date 🤣. Well played sir...well played!!!
QD: I am hooked on Nike!
I think Asics Novablast 2 will be the best daily trainer in 2021
Woot woot! :shoe: