First choice
Reasons to buy
- Can handle great range of trail from moderate to technical
- Superior grip
- Well-balanced cushioning
- Excellent toe bumper
“The Hoka One One Speedgoat 4 is unique in that combines strong protection and dynamic cushioning in a shoe with limitless uses for trail runners.”
Henry Howard
Ultra runner and certified running coach.
Also consider
Reasons to buy
- Built for speed
- Cushioning is ideal
- Incredibly light
- Very comfortable
“The Hoka One One Zinal is a sleek, fast shoe designed for trail runners who want to zip down their favorite non-technical, non-rooty, dirt and grass pathways. The new shoe, launched in the summer of 2021, is light and cushioned, thanks to its combination of Vibram Megagrip Litebase and EVA foam rubber. ”
Henry Howard
Ultra runner and certified running coach.
Also consider
Reasons to buy
- Excellent cushioning and protection that can handle any type of terrain.
- Added medial support that helps at the end of long runs and ultra distances.
- Great fitting upper with a wide toe box.
- Seriously, this is the best upper that Hoka has released so far.
“The Hoka One One Mafete 4 is a maximal trail shoe for runners requiring additional medial support that many other maximal cushioned shoes fail to provide. With an excellent locked upper incorporating a wide toe box, and enough cushioning and protection for the most severe ultra distance trail races. Runners needing a additional medial support will appreciate just how protective the Mafete is.”
Recommended for
The Mafete 4 is for trail runners looking for a maximally cushioned shoe with additional support for overpronation. The shoe is designed to handle the rigors of ultra distances on burly trails,
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Also consider
Reasons to buy
- Lightweight
- Lugs provide superior traction
- Lower stack height than other Hokas
- Sheds water well
“The Hoka One One Torrent has lots of tread without being overbearing. The shoe is lightweight, breathable, and provides good traction on uncertain terrain. If you are looking for a solid trail racer, the Torrent is a good option because of its responsiveness and ability to handle short or long runs. ”
Henry Howard
Ultra runner and certified running coach.
Also consider
Reasons to buy
- Enhancements to the upper
- Lightweight
- Cushioning
- Versatility, good for multiple uses
“The Hoka One One ATR Challenger 6 is a jack-of-all-trades option, featuring subtle yet pleasing enhancements from the previous version. Among Hoka’s options for trail runners, there are shoes that are built with specific terrain or uses in mind. The Challenger, however, is a steady, lightweight option for all uses without a clear specification.”
Henry Howard
Ultra runner and certified running coach.
“The name JAWZ explains itself upon first look. The shoe has 6mm lugs and they remind you of something you would see on a soccer cleat. The EVO JAWZ has a very thin layer of midsole foam,a Vibram rubber outsole with 6mm lugs and a very thin upper that has Kevlar incorporated. ”
Recommended for
This is a trail racing flat. It is geared towards the trail speedsters looking for something to race in.
Ruggero Loda
Founder and Publisher, Running Shoes Guru
Also consider
Reasons to buy
- Maximum cushioning for longer efforts
- Reliable stability and protection
- Durable
“The Hoka ONE ONE Stinson ATR 6 excels in its niche – a maximal cushioned and stable trail runner with reliable traction, durability, and protection for longer distances and on all types of terrain. ”
Katherine Takai
Long Distance Runner, former Sprinter.
