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I’ve been running in Hoka for about 10 years. I got interested in Hoka after I got into running Ultras especially multi-day racing. I’ve run in most iterations of the Bondi line-up. The Bondi 6 is my favorite. I know it’s a heavier shoe? But after I had a knee injury in 2010 I needed a shoe that had a lot of cushion. The Bondi does a great job and goes the distance. Many of my ultra friends use Bondi’s also. I’ve run many sub 3 hour marathons in these shoes and multi-day events. I’ve been able to push the Bondi line-up to around 800-900 miles and that about the upper limit unless you add shoe goo to some of the outsole. Worth the money and goes the distance.
Seth in this and other reviews: These shoes are too heavy!
Also Seth: Wears ankle weights for mountain workouts.
Just poking fun! Love your insightful reviews!
@@RnRDreamsComeTrue He has said his weight and height in many vlogs. I think he's around 5'7" and 110 pounds (50kg), but don't quote me.
Nah, nah, nah! Valid point! 😐
Just got my Bondi 7's in, can't wait to give them a try. I loved the Bondi 6, put 700 miles on them.
I was curious how long they'd hold up, I'm at 475 in my 6s so far
@@jgloor23 all road running and are you a lean/light runner? i use my Hokas for mainly x--country, light trail and weigh 210 pounds so i imagine i'll get significantly less mileage from them.....
So what did you think of the Bondi 7?
I love this shoe so far! It’s the perfect recovery run shoe for me. I also ran in the Bondi 4 and really enjoyed that back in the day. The weight helps me to GO EASY on those recovery days. Great review Seth!
I've got 375 miles on my Bondi 7s right now. They've been a great shoe that really helped with the daily beat down of my knees and ankles. I am considering trying the Hoka Clifton 8s next only because they are lighter.
I like Cliftons. The rincons are good too as they are lighter and a little more responsive for speed/tempo
At 61 and still doing short runs daily, needed a shoe that cushioned the wear and tear on the joints. Was avid ASICS buyer for past 4 years, did the research found Hoka Bondi 7 with huge cushioned soul, with a knee that’s had 2 arthroscopes these shoes are great!!! Yes a little heavy but have given new life and confidence in running and speed. Fitdads 50 Plus approves 👍😎
Congratulations on your training! I am almost 59 years old, I had a lot of health problems but I run (Slowly but long) three times a week! I have Brooks Ghost 13 and Glycerine 19, but I just bought the Hoka Clifton 8 and am also considering buying the Hoka Bondi 7! I wonder how old you can run?!
Sincerely,
Philgood
@@PHILGOODOK1 Greetings Phil, still running daily and usually average 15K steps also daily......now onto second Bondi 7 Shoe (Gone with the all Black colour this time) @62 years still preaching how good they are.....lots of fellow 50 Plus dads also buying and raving. Good luck mate
It felt a little weird at first, but I am very happy with this shoe for long runs. I am 210lbs size 11.5 - around 200mi at the moment and it feels better now than the first run!
Good reply!! I want to know if the shoe is not toooo soft for us heavier runners 🤷🏽♂️😅 210lb like you..
Just picked up the shoe today and ran 10 miles in them and I weigh in the 230’s. Felt good, looking forward to seeing how long they last.
@@edt2688 curious to know how they have been holding up to you.
@@edt2688 im 5’11” 230 AND flat footed and can’t wait to try these. Nike really doesn’t help me much.
@@MLGReX if you’re a big guy with flat feet then Hoka Bondis are definitely the way to go, all the time, every time, no question whatsoever. (The new Bondi 8s come in wide and extra wide as well, and I read they fit more snug than the 7s, so wide or extra might be even better choice). I use them with Superfeet Carbon insoles and have found them to be the perfect combo.
I switched from Nike pegasus (have had 35,36 and 37). I am very pleased so far with bondi 7. I was sceptical initially, but after running them in, I must admit, they are so comfortable. The leg fatigue after longer runs is non-existing. We'll see how that evolves as I use them for more kilometres.
any updates? I'm thinking of switching after having worn pegasus 36 and 38...thoughts
Bro, thank you thank you. You helps a lot especially for newbies like me. Keep going!
Bondi 6 was my 1st pair of running shoes, i got them last Christmas. Had no clue about weight in a shoe and ran in them for everything, even a 10k race! Now using this shoe just for easy days, i love them. Comfy and nice to run in.
Thanks for the second video of the day Seth! 🙂
Had to make sure that my eyes weren't mistaken that you had two ups today!
Seth you are the man! Honestly. Loving your reviews. Your crazy funny and you speak the absolute truth 🔥🔥😂. Big fan from NZ brooo. Cheers !
Loved my Bondi 4s, even ran a 1h20 half marathon in them! May pick up a pair of these in the future :-)
I love this shoe, as someone who now only walks, yes WALKS ! after 40 years of running and now bad knees with no cartilage in my right knee. The Bondi 7 and 6 works! It allows me to get 40 to 50 miles a week of walking with no pain. That's a huge plus. Only wish Hoka could somehow make it just a little lighter. Great reviews always Seth, Thank you!
I plan to buy Bondi 7. I am a fan of HOKA shoes because of their cushions.
QD : I did buy the 7 because of the 4mm stack height and cushioning as I work my way back from hip replacement surgery. I am a long time Nike fan....starting with the moon shoes.....but as I try to make sure I get my stride back and practice landing mid foot to reduce the loading forces .....the ultra and hoaks are my go to shoes!
Speaking from the perspective of a slower runner, I love the bondi's and max cushion shoes! Got the 6's on sale. I was tempted by the clifton and rincon before because of the great reviews, but heck I'd just get another bondi. =D
I picked it up when it come out in wide and I love it; hands down my favorite easy day shoe. I hate the grey colorway but that's the only one they sell in my neighborhood.
Thanks for your review Seth. I stopped running since many month, now it's time to run again. After any kinds of shoes analysed, i decided to choose the Bondi 7. Hoka are my first loving shoes. Wow, not as heavy as you can described these, very very cushioned, more space for my narrow feet. First run confirmed the choice. Note: the stack height is less than a Nike Alphafly (lol).
Started with the Bondi 5 and never looked back! As many have said it is like running on clouds! About to buy the 7's today! I have and will be a lifetime Bondi fan until something better comes along.
The 5 was my favorite. It was a much softer shoe! I think Hoka did something to the Bondi midsole to make it more durable!
I am a weightlifter (As a hobby) and am 6'0 245. So I need these shoes! I also work outdoors and wear them for work!
My two negatives is price and lack of more color selections!
I ran in the Bondi 6 and this was the first time I experienced hot spots on my feet and got blisters from running in 25 years.
I am big fan of the Bondi, have enjoyed many versions
i can't wait to get a pair of Hoka Bondi!
I ran in the Bondi 6 and returned it immediately after one run. It was too plush for me and my feet felt like it was just drowning in foam on each stride. It also gave me pain in the soles of my feet. However, it is very comfortable for walking and that's it. I just bought the Clifton 7's a couple of weeks ago and the softness of the midsole is perfectly balanced! Bought them for easy-day runs.
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...these are suppossed to have a 4mil offset but they feel like my Heels are sitting lower than my midsoles and thus it take effort to get these monsters moving,,they also killed my heels and hurt my instep area..how can such a soft shoe be so unconfortable?
I normally wear stability shoes, but as i wanted to try a neutral shoe and as i was also very interested in HOKA i recently bought the HOKA Bondi 6. I really like them, the energy return is good, they feel very comfortable and it felt my legs were less fatigued after a run. So i will probably try the Bondi 7 later on. I haven’t tried a really long run yet, so maybe i will try another model from HOKA. I also ran a 10km race lately and i ran a new pr in them.
I have been wearing the Bondi as my main shoe since 2013 starting with the Bondi B. The Bondi 7 may be my favorite. I am a bigger guy.
The clips in this video made me miss those sunny summer days...
A silly thought I had while watching the video was that imagine if the bottom of the shoe was as narrow like a Nike shoe... that'd be a disaster 🤣
I put over 3,000 miles on a pair of Bondi 5 but prefer the lighter Clifton (especially when they reissued the Clifton 1). In the Rincon 2 now and really liking them.
My knees have started hurting when I run longer distances, and I think I’ll get these to soften my runs.
Hey Seth, I agree about the price point. As an REI member, I wait until holiday sales and usually get 15 - 20% off. A little patience helps! Thanx, Chris
Just ordered the rocket x, very excited how this shoe will work out
QD I won a pair from Hoka and I use them as my daily shoe and my road running... I'm a big guy so trying to look after my knees while I continue to lose weight, so these are fantastic... I've started to feel they're possibly a little too cushy for short road runs (5km) my thinking for this is my other favourite are my Challenger ATR 5's which feel a little more connected to the ground and hence seem to go faster...
but they're not great on bitumen... So I'm going to try my Clifton 7's again for road next time...
Seth, you really need to acknowledge this niche of “recovery day shoe.” It seems a better slot for this shoe to fill. After a long run or speed workout, I take comfort in knowing my recovery day shoe (Skechers GORun Ride 7) is ready to soften the blow.
I use my Bondi 6 for walking. Yes walking. I run everyday, so I need a good cushion for recovery walking. Soooo comfortable.
I weigh over 200 pounds and so the Bondi 7 protects my knees and gives me plenty of cushion when running on hard pavement. The grip is not great on wet conditions. The upper is very plush and comfortable and it is well ventilated. But I do not sense any energy return or bounce. The shoes feel pretty dead in that regard. These shoes are purely for shock absorption. But they do the job. The material and build quality seem very good after several months of use.
Who likes ground contact feel? I’ve been using Brooks but will probably get these tomorrow. I got a ton of injuries in my marathon last week with Brooks Glycerin 17s. Especially in my feet and shins.
Hey Seth, I feel like you should create a formula for the weight score. Something like stack height in mm/weight in oz. the higher the number the better. Obviously the Bondi is going to be heavy because of its stack height relative to a less cushioned shoe. The real question is: how good a job does this shoe do as being cushioned while staying light?
Good idea
I also think Seth has to keep in mind both his speed and size, which are both very far away from the average person (or the average man in terms of size).
I just got this shoe yesterday night. I'm about to take it for a 5-7 mile walk. It's my 3rd pair of Hokas in the last 3 months. I have both the Speedgoat 4 and Clifton 7. I mostly bought the Bondi 7 for work after they stopped letting us wear Crocs 🥺. I'm really hoping the Bondi 7 keeps me comfortable through my 7-10hr shifts. I must note that both my Clifton 7 and Speedgoat 4 are both "wide width" but, the Bondi 7 feels a bit roomy out of the box without having ordered a "wide". My favorite Hoka is my Speedgoat 4 thus far. The Clifton 7 I can't wear more than 5 hrs straight at before it slightly begins bothering my feet a little, yet for my normal walks I'm ok. I probably need to break in my Clifton 7s more. As reference I'm 36 yrs old, female, 5'4, 222 lbs. I originally bought my first pair of Hokas (Speedgoat 4) in late January 2021 to start hiking on avg 5 miles a day for my weightloss journey, they felt better after hitting 25 miles on them and much better after 80 miles. I'm down 20 lbs since then so, both of my "wide" Hoka shoes especially the Clifton 7 feel more roomy. I was recommended to try out Hokas especially if you're a larger sized person (over 200lbs) and they have been for the most part amazing shoes. Hope this info helps anyone 🤗
Honestly think you’d enjoy the Gaviota 2. Comparatively speaking. It’s a support shoe but doesn’t feel like it.
Maybe your best review ever. As for the weight, I don't see how a shoe with such a large stack height could be much lighter.
There are plenty of places online that can make custom "neon" signs....they are LED to look like old school neon. Haven't had experience with any of them though so can't recommend one over another. Yellowpop is one that comes up that looks like it would be easy to use.
Thank you.
Not a Hoka fan but not because I dislike the shoes. I require a 10+ mm drop with 12mm being ideal, due to a long history of achilles issues. Also, you might be missing out on some good shoes simply because you feel they are too "heavy". Personally I don't care about the weight of training shoes, it's flats that I prompt me to break out the scale. I'm not terribly fast (ran a 1:16 half last year at the age of 52), but I do pay attention to the weight of racing flats. Trainers simply need to keep me on the road uninjured, and comfortable regardless of weight. Don't care if my trainers weigh 9.7 oz or 8.9 or 10.1.
I just brought a pair today and found this video out of curiosity. I’m in my late 60s and I still run with a rucksack or weight vest and wrist weights. ( old army habits die hard) So I’m looking for joint protection from these shoes. I run a lot of steep hills so I purchased a half size bigger to protect my toes from the downhill pounding from the extra weight I’m carrying.
Just picked up the Bondi 7 as I’ve been looking for a good wide running shoe. Decided on the Bondi vs the Clifton on the premise that the extra cushioning will help reduce pain on my knees. I only do 20 minute / 3 mile runs every other day so figured I would prioritize cushioning over something more fast. But curious what you think about the new Cliftons.
QD got the Bondi 6 and love it for long slow runs and recovery days, am at about mid 350s in them when I break 400 will upgrade to the 7.
To be honest, the Bondi 7 was the shoe that I used during my recovery from perineal tendonitis and I love it. Also, while it is heavier, I don’t notice it for my runs personally.
Just finished a first 5km run on this and it was comfortable. I usually use ghost line most of the time though.
I was considering the Bondi 7, Paradigm 5 and Endorphine Swift for a low drop, soft, non plate shoe. Ended up trying all and prefering the feel of the Paradigm some how. Perfect for my slower pace days with the 0 drop!
Love the 6. Will definitely pick up the 7. Great for those days when your joints need a little break.
Just did my own boxing and review. Love them and thought I’d share in case you or anyone else here is interested🌞
You should go easy on the bondi. Considering the weight etc. Its a max comfort shoe. You cant get that insanely soft midsole and still have it light. Maybe if its pebax haha. One side note on hoka shoes though. I think they are a bit inconsistent regarding the eva density. I own several clifton 7s and 6s and they differ alot from eachother in softness. Feels like a bit of a gamble every time i buy them haha. Love from Sweden. Your channel is great. Watched hundereds of videos 😄
I just got my HOKA will use them at work in the medical office. That’s the purpose. I read they’re excellent for knees and back issues. I paid 145. Because I had 5 dollars worth of points accumulated with Zappos. Let’s see how these work. I’m tired of buying expensive shoes and sneakers. I can put together all the money spend for years and years on Dansko and sneakers
I wish I had bought the wide fitting Clifton 7
Seth - how about doing a vlog in which 3 trainers you would buy to cover all training needs for the advanced and average runner or the runner who has plenty of cash or limited funds
Omg I just order my first pair Bondi 7 I'm excited hoping to get comfort. I tried brooks ghost 12 they are ok but they lack the comfort. I'm a 4E in with so I was excited that hoka bondi has it. I use Dr. Custom orthotics cause suffer from very bad heal and arch pain. Finding sneakers with max comfort in 4E is hard i wanted badly Brooks Glycerin however they only come in 2E and I tried them and they are to narrow. Anyway I'm going to try these Bondi and I hope I will love them.
I bought this after learning the Brooks Hyperion Elite 2 is only good for 2-400 miles. I find the Clifton 6 not providing enough cushion ion for 20 plus km runs. Hopefully this Bondi 7 will be my daily long distance trainer.
QD: did not like the Bondi personal. I tried them to help with knees and softer landing and they were not a good fit for me. Swap for Rincon and effectively wire the sol off those in 3-400 miles
The Bondi is in the top 3 shoes I’m looking at right now. The others being the Triumph 18 and the 1080 v10. Being 6’5” and 215, I don’t mind a heavier shoe, and need good stack under my forefoot.
May I ask which one you went with. After my research those three are the exact ones I am looking at. I’m 5’9 255 so one of those will really help.
@@DAjugRnaut I actually went with both the Bondi and the Triumph. And love them both!
@@XXLAsian thanks
Picked it up for 80€ in sale!
Ironically I just bought this shoe in a women's size 9. I bought it for the heel cushion. I was exhausted after my first run and I think the reason is because of the weight of the shoe (as you describe in this video). After about 25 miles in this shoe, I am getting used to the weight and enjoying them.
Hey Seth, Can you please do your full 50 mile review of the Nike Terra Kiger 6? Would be really keen to hear what you have to say. Thank you! :-)
excellent in depth reviews. what would you recommend for walking and standing long periods. I"m looking for a shoe for work. I have the older hona bondi 4, but its kind of narrow at the arches for my wide feet.
Hi Seth, great show!!
Looking to get a more cushioned shoe. I am an ASICS fan, they have treated me well over the years.. going from GT 1000 & 2000, what do you think, Bondi vs Glides??
I used to use Bondi 6 when had pain in the knees - definitely helped with the problem! But after daily usage it was really hard on my calves and it is generally too soft and not responsive.
Just found they might be exacerbating my PF so swapping back into saucony
@Schnitzel still trying to figure that out but I went from hoka bondi which I thought would help but seemed to exacerbate it, so now trying saucony triumph. And also doing hip stretches and resistance band which seem to help as well as the balance disc.
I use mine all day and i live in Akureyri Iceland
Skechers Endorphin Speed! Oops!
Hahaha noticed that too. Saucony will not be happy 😂
Now I want a zebra colorway Endorphin Speed. Thanks SJD.
Hey Seth, when you make a training plan how long do you wait before implementing workouts or even hard efforts, like how many weeks do you typically wait?
And the neon sign has arrived!
Would this be a good walking shoe if you suffer from plantar fasciitis?
Yes definitely
I already have Hoka One One Carbon X-SPE. Beside for running, I use the shoes for daily working. I walk 7km each day. Total distance covered was 560km. But, the out sole now has been eroded. Now I looking for another Hoka shoes who can handle for my daily walking and work. I think I wanna pick up the Bondi 7, couse the shoes have thick out sole, but still have bouncy feeling.
I've been wanting to try a Hoka for some time but they're always way too narrow. Might have to try this out in extra wide!
I go a half size up
Yep, that’s what I found, way to narrow and squished my foot, though being an Altra runner doesn’t help.
I feel like the 7 is a little wider than the 6.
I've seen this before. I thought hokas ran wide when I tried on my bondi's. Feels wider than my novablasts, boston 8's, ultraboost 19s, and def wider than any nikes.
I currently have the bondi 6 in my rotation. I am a stability runner but can generally wear neutral shoes twice a week. Not sure why the weight is such a big issue. This is definitely not a fast day shoe, I mainly use it for the day after a long run or workout
7:38 you got Sketchers Endorphin speed there, instead Of Saucony
Please do a review of the HOKA Bondi X. Thanks
Any tips for choosing shoes for supination ?
The general direction seems to be high cushion shoes but is that all to look out for ?
Will you do a review of the hoka one one challenger ATR 5 (or 6 when it's out). I would gladly appreciate it!!
Just found a pair of bondi 7s size 11 at a goodwill for 6 doll hairs.
Oh boy, I usually wear Harley Davidson boots that weigh 2+ lbs and do everything in them. I'd float with Hoka! LOL
Best road running shoe on the market they are so heavy they make you a better athlete and make your race shoes feel weightless
I picked up the Bondi 7 after your first impression, 150km into them and they’re great! They’re my daily trainer and Long run shoe right now. They’re tough for running in the rain, but dry weather they’re good.
Also in Canada they cost 179.99 so your $150 isn’t that bad imo 😂
It all depends on the weight and speed of the runner. For a guy like Seth, a shoe like this is almost unnecessary, as he's a light runner. For guys like him (i.e. advanced, lightweight runners) a Clifton 7 is already enough for long runs.
On the other hand, a runner that goes slower, pounds harder because they weigh 80kg and over can use this shoe even for harder efforts.
Also, dropping weight would probably mean losing durability. Let's be honest, if you're in the market for a shoe like this, you're either a Seth looking for a pillowy shoe for recovery or REAAAAAALY long runs or you're a heavier person looking for something like a more structured and durable daily trainer than the Clifton 7.
Spot on.
This shoe good for those who do 3-5 miles daily but have plantar and calf pains from road running? Also underpronate and have more of a heel toe strike?
I hope the outsole is better but it doesn’t look better, unless the rubber is somehow different. Yes the cushioning will last 500 miles but my Bondi 6 outsole showed significant wear in the forefoot prior to 100 miles. Other than that it’s a great shoe. Also, I don’t care about weight if I can hardly feel my foot strike to pavement. Their shouldn’t be a weight penalty for the most maximalist of shoes.
Hoka road shoes tend to take away any feeling of the road for me- that swimming feeling removes some enjoyment for me- I do find Hoka nice for wearing around town though.
I don't quite understand the Hoka line-up. They seem very similar apart from specific drawbacks (Bondi 7: weight; Rincon: durability) that other companies manage to avoid
Never had a Bondi. What i am surprised on the video that Glideride costs 120USD over there which is appr 110EUR. Its 140-145EUR here which equals easily to 160USD..
I have bad knees and knee comfort is my #1 concern. I like the plushness of the Hoka's and the shape of the Altras. Looking at the Hoka Bondi 7 and Altra Torin 4.5 Plush. Starting to run just now and training for a Trail 10K & Road 5K. Do you have any recommendations between those or others I should look at?
Don’t run,if you have knees problems then go for swimming ir cycling.Cycling is better for OA
I am a heel strike running , does hoka bondi have a good cushioning at heel or its cushioning is mainly meant for midfoot runners?
I’m 160 pounds and these are a brick. I’d hate them but, right now, this is the only pair of shoes I can wear other than Nike Next% and they’re costing $1/km to wear. To explain: My plantar fasciitis got out of hand last year. I went from an easy 50 miles/wk to a tough 25 miles/wk. I’ve tried about a dozen alternatives, including every Hoka. These shoes are 3+ ounces heavier than my usual minimalist shoes, especially Newtons, so they feel verrry heavy. But they don’t aggravate my left foot. I can put 10-15 miles without major aggro. The alternative, Next %, is a remarkable cushioned, lightweight shoe, but at $250 for a 200 miles shoes, they are expansive to wear - and, perhaps, too light for Max training value. So, Bondi it is. At least until the PF clears up.
Wouldn't a neon sign cause lots of problems with exposure?
I have been a Bondi fan since the first edition. However, the 7 seems to lack solid outsole traction.
I have 695miles on Hoka Clifton5 maybe I should retire them at 700miles and do the video 😊 I see them look very much used 😄
Hey Seth are you getting the polar vantage v2?
So guys I have a question about these shoes. I am a respiratory therapist and I’m up and down all the time. I’ll be wearing these at work. I am heavy. 325 lbs 6’4”. I currently wear the NB 1080 v10. It’s great, but it causes a hot spot on the bridge of my foot when my feet swell towards the last of my 12 h shift. If not for that I would buy the 1080 v11. These look like a good choice. What do you guys think? And thanks for your thoughts.
What is your opinion on Bondi 7 vs New Balance 1080v11?
These or the Peg 37 for a daily easy day shoe?
Looking for an easy day.shoe for MAF sessions with a wide base as I overpronate, will this do the Job??