The Hoka Mach X 2 is an impressive update to Hoka's original super trainer. This versatile shoe maintains its ""do-it-all"" feel but now leans more towards uptempo runs and longer efforts. It features a PEBA top layer midsole, the advanced foam found in Hoka's race day super shoes, for outstanding cushioning and energy return. The bottom layer utilizes EVA supercritical foam for stability and durability. The extended winged Pebax Plate enhances the rocker profile, providing a more aggressive and propulsive ride. With a breathable woven upper, the Mach X 2 offers high performance and sleek design, making it perfect for dynamic running across various distances.
The Hoka Mach X 2 is an impressive update to Hoka's original super trainer. This versatile shoe maintains its ""do-it-all"" feel but now leans more towards uptempo runs and longer efforts. It features a PEBA top layer midsole, the advanced foam found in Hoka's race day super shoes, for outstanding cushioning and energy return. The bottom layer utilizes EVA supercritical foam for stability and durability. The extended winged Pebax Plate enhances the rocker profile, providing a more aggressive and propulsive ride. With a breathable woven upper, the Mach X 2 offers high performance and sleek design, making it perfect for dynamic running across various distances.
The Hoka Mach X 2 is an impressive update to Hoka's original super trainer. This versatile shoe maintains its ""do-it-all"" feel but now leans more towards uptempo runs and longer efforts. It features a PEBA top layer midsole, the advanced foam found in Hoka's race day super shoes, for outstanding cushioning and energy return. The bottom layer utilizes EVA supercritical foam for stability and durability. The extended winged Pebax Plate enhances the rocker profile, providing a more aggressive and propulsive ride. With a breathable woven upper, the Mach X 2 offers high performance and sleek design, making it perfect for dynamic running across various distances.
The Hoka Mach X 2 is an impressive update to Hoka's original super trainer. This versatile shoe maintains its ""do-it-all"" feel but now leans more towards uptempo runs and longer efforts. It features a PEBA top layer midsole, the advanced foam found in Hoka's race day super shoes, for outstanding cushioning and energy return. The bottom layer utilizes EVA supercritical foam for stability and durability. The extended winged Pebax Plate enhances the rocker profile, providing a more aggressive and propulsive ride. With a breathable woven upper, the Mach X 2 offers high performance and sleek design, making it perfect for dynamic running across various distances.
Last updated at 01/30/2026 14:23:41
originally posted on REI
Ok, maybe I have no business buying this super trainer, but, wow. I need stability these are good and I see no issues with the heel- might be nice to have more structure but the shoe works so well!!First fast training run 5 miles- usually I’d do 8s- did 7:30s. Not sure why I’d wear my racing shoes again.The Mach x2 literally pushes you - super springy and propulsive- no sense of lateral instability.I love these!
originally posted on roadrunnersports.com
I ran my best 10 miler in quite a while today in these. My legs tend to feel better in the last few miles. The fit is better than my last pair of Hokas - I have wide feet and the toebox is roomier.
originally posted on roadrunnersports.com
I use these for marathon training. Just the right amount of cushioning and very light. I am a die hard Saucony wearer for the past 15 years but these have won me over. The sizing is way off. I wear a size 11 in every other shoe and in these I had to get a 9.5 for a good fit.
| Variant | |
| color | Black / Electric Aqua |
| size | US 14 |
Ok, maybe I have no business buying this super trainer, but, wow. I need stability these are good and I see no issues with the heel- might be nice to have more structure but the shoe works so well!!First fast training run 5 miles- usually I’d do 8s- did 7:30s. Not sure why I’d wear my racing shoes again.The Mach x2 literally pushes you - super springy and propulsive- no sense of lateral instability.I love these!
I ran my best 10 miler in quite a while today in these. My legs tend to feel better in the last few miles. The fit is better than my last pair of Hokas - I have wide feet and the toebox is roomier.
I use these for marathon training. Just the right amount of cushioning and very light. I am a die hard Saucony wearer for the past 15 years but these have won me over. The sizing is way off. I wear a size 11 in every other shoe and in these I had to get a 9.5 for a good fit.
Used these shoes for 2 months while doing tempo runs and some speed work. These shoes are not Hoka "like". They are not springy and very stiff. After 3 tough workouts in these, my knees immediately started to become sore. I ran the same workouts since with the Hoka One One Cliftons 6's and no pain. I do not recommend these shoes for anyone that is used to springy shoes.
I prefer the Clifton.
I like the style and look of the shoes but they are uncomfortable and hurt my knees when I wore them.
Light weight, high quality, good feeling while running. I use the MAF/zone two training most of the time along with HIIT once a week and its actually difficult to run slow in these. They really are the best HOKA I have used and I have bought at least 20 pair over the years. Unfortunately I had to get them from the HOKA web site as road runner sells these in narrow only and I need a wide. They have a pattern of selling high end shoes in narrow only and also in only greys or black. Color isn't a deal changer but not carrying wide obviously is.
Shoe is uncomfortable in the arch and tends to quickly wear out while running less than 150 miles on the road
| Variant | |
| color | Black / Electric Aqua |
| size | US 14 |
