Last updated at 02/18/2025 08:11:14
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I bought these to have onhand when my Speedgoat 4s wear out. I've been using my Speedgoat 4s since winter ended, and have been quite pleased. They have great grip on the granite in New Hampshire and are super comfortable. I even did my first 17-Mile day backu, and my feet were surprisingly happy at the end.I gave myself fasciitis in April, trying to train for the season, and Speedgoats have been a lifesaver for that. Along with all the other typical remedies, sticking to Speedgoats for all walking and hiking outings has really worked for meAlso, as a woman with a fairly wide forefoot, Hokas are the only brand that has perfo like normal vibram class trail runners, but is wide enough for my crazy feet.I wish they had a high top insulated winter model so I could ... MoreI bought these to have onhand when my Speedgoat 4s wear out. I've been using my Speedgoat 4s since winter ended, and have been quite pleased. They have great grip on the granite in New Hampshire and are super comfortable. I even did my first 17-Mile day backu, and my feet were surprisingly happy at the end.I gave myself fasciitis in April, trying to train for the season, and Speedgoats have been a lifesaver for that. Along with all the other typical remedies, sticking to Speedgoats for all walking and hiking outings has really worked for meAlso, as a woman with a fairly wide forefoot, Hokas are the only brand that has perfo like normal vibram class trail runners, but is wide enough for my crazy feet.I wish they had a high top insulated winter model so I could use them all year.I love the cushioning but do wish these also had a rock plate. I think it would add stability and a hint of extra comfort.Compared to my Speedgoat 4s, the fit is extremely similar.With my Speedgoat 4s, I did have an issue with dirt and small rocks getting into the sneaker, so for the first time ever I started wearing low gaitors with my trail runners. But somehow, with the 5s, I haven't had the same issue.Works for me!
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Let me start with saying - these are incredibly comfortable. I've walked/hiked over 100 miles in them over the last 1.5 months. As a testament to their comfortability, last weekend on a fairly technical 9 mile hike, my feet were sore but I had no blisters or unique pain. In comparison, my friends who had fancy broken in hiking boots both ended up with blisters and unimaginable foot pain! So these really take the cake. However, after 100 miles, the soles are showing pretty noticeable wear and the cushion is beginning to flake off. I am pretty bummed because I love these, but they just aren't all that durable.
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I don't write product reviews very often, but specifically logged in just so I could review this shoe. The Speedgoat is an excellent shoe and served me well for ~70 miles of backpacking through Washington on my latest trip. No blisters, no pain, great traction and great support. BUT after these 70 miles, it feels like this shoe is literally already falling apart. Already!! The bottom foam is starting shred and peel off. The traction looks disproportionately worn out. These shoes look like I have used them for years. I am aware trail runners don't have excellent longevity but I literally bought these less than 30 days ago and it already looks like it needs to be replaced. This shoe is way too expensive to only last one hike. I am super disappointed and would not buy ... MoreI don't write product reviews very often, but specifically logged in just so I could review this shoe. The Speedgoat is an excellent shoe and served me well for ~70 miles of backpacking through Washington on my latest trip. No blisters, no pain, great traction and great support. BUT after these 70 miles, it feels like this shoe is literally already falling apart. Already!! The bottom foam is starting shred and peel off. The traction looks disproportionately worn out. These shoes look like I have used them for years. I am aware trail runners don't have excellent longevity but I literally bought these less than 30 days ago and it already looks like it needs to be replaced. This shoe is way too expensive to only last one hike. I am super disappointed and would not buy this again.
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| color | Elderberry/Lilac Marble |
| size | 9 |
I bought these to have onhand when my Speedgoat 4s wear out. I've been using my Speedgoat 4s since winter ended, and have been quite pleased. They have great grip on the granite in New Hampshire and are super comfortable. I even did my first 17-Mile day backu, and my feet were surprisingly happy at the end.I gave myself fasciitis in April, trying to train for the season, and Speedgoats have been a lifesaver for that. Along with all the other typical remedies, sticking to Speedgoats for all walking and hiking outings has really worked for meAlso, as a woman with a fairly wide forefoot, Hokas are the only brand that has perfo like normal vibram class trail runners, but is wide enough for my crazy feet.I wish they had a high top insulated winter model so I could ... MoreI bought these to have onhand when my Speedgoat 4s wear out. I've been using my Speedgoat 4s since winter ended, and have been quite pleased. They have great grip on the granite in New Hampshire and are super comfortable. I even did my first 17-Mile day backu, and my feet were surprisingly happy at the end.I gave myself fasciitis in April, trying to train for the season, and Speedgoats have been a lifesaver for that. Along with all the other typical remedies, sticking to Speedgoats for all walking and hiking outings has really worked for meAlso, as a woman with a fairly wide forefoot, Hokas are the only brand that has perfo like normal vibram class trail runners, but is wide enough for my crazy feet.I wish they had a high top insulated winter model so I could use them all year.I love the cushioning but do wish these also had a rock plate. I think it would add stability and a hint of extra comfort.Compared to my Speedgoat 4s, the fit is extremely similar.With my Speedgoat 4s, I did have an issue with dirt and small rocks getting into the sneaker, so for the first time ever I started wearing low gaitors with my trail runners. But somehow, with the 5s, I haven't had the same issue.Works for me!
Let me start with saying - these are incredibly comfortable. I've walked/hiked over 100 miles in them over the last 1.5 months. As a testament to their comfortability, last weekend on a fairly technical 9 mile hike, my feet were sore but I had no blisters or unique pain. In comparison, my friends who had fancy broken in hiking boots both ended up with blisters and unimaginable foot pain! So these really take the cake. However, after 100 miles, the soles are showing pretty noticeable wear and the cushion is beginning to flake off. I am pretty bummed because I love these, but they just aren't all that durable.
I don't write product reviews very often, but specifically logged in just so I could review this shoe. The Speedgoat is an excellent shoe and served me well for ~70 miles of backpacking through Washington on my latest trip. No blisters, no pain, great traction and great support. BUT after these 70 miles, it feels like this shoe is literally already falling apart. Already!! The bottom foam is starting shred and peel off. The traction looks disproportionately worn out. These shoes look like I have used them for years. I am aware trail runners don't have excellent longevity but I literally bought these less than 30 days ago and it already looks like it needs to be replaced. This shoe is way too expensive to only last one hike. I am super disappointed and would not buy ... MoreI don't write product reviews very often, but specifically logged in just so I could review this shoe. The Speedgoat is an excellent shoe and served me well for ~70 miles of backpacking through Washington on my latest trip. No blisters, no pain, great traction and great support. BUT after these 70 miles, it feels like this shoe is literally already falling apart. Already!! The bottom foam is starting shred and peel off. The traction looks disproportionately worn out. These shoes look like I have used them for years. I am aware trail runners don't have excellent longevity but I literally bought these less than 30 days ago and it already looks like it needs to be replaced. This shoe is way too expensive to only last one hike. I am super disappointed and would not buy this again.
I have been wearing HOKA speedgoats as my primary walking shoe for several years. I wear them for daily walks and do all of my hiking and backpacking in them. I absolutely love the cushion and support but I just can no longer keep buying them. The Vibram soles just do not last. My last two pair have worn to the point of needing to be replaced (just to have decent traction) in three months. While I am a daily walker, I am not putting a major mileage on these shoes. I am so disappointed and do not anticipate buying another pair.
I have both the Clifton 9 and the Speedgoat. The Speedgoat is slightly narrower and ties lower on the foot. It also has more "bounce" than the Clifton. These are the only shoes I can wear all day long and like them both. If I had to choose one over the other, I would take the Speedgoat only because of a nerve I have on the top of my foot and it is more comfortable. So glad I found Hoka! I am not a runner, but do walk a lot. Very comfortable!
These were my first pair of trail runners and I loved them so much I bought a second pair! I used to hike in heavy soled Merrill's or OC hiking boots and while these are good shoes, I like how light and comfortable these are. They require very little, if any, break in period. I bought originally to hike a Mammoth March (20 mile hike in under 8 hrs challenge) and they were amazing, I had no issues with my feet at all that day. I have even started to do a bit of trail running since I got these and I love how stable my feet feel in these with the wide sole.
I've loved my Hoka Speedgoats over the years, but have noticed they continue to go downhill (pun intended) in quality each time I buy a new pair. Sometimes the fabric tears easily, within 30 miles of buying them. Sometimes the sole or parts of the tread start to peel away. Or they're just done within 80-100 miles. Once, I took them on a 10-day, 100-mile trek and wound up with a badly infected blister within a callus on my outer heel that wept green goo for days. I try very hard not to overuse REI's return policy, but I'm pretty sure my eternal optimism around Hoka trail shoes has cost REI money. I'm on my last pair and need to find a new setup. That said, the high-top hiking boots tend to be sturdier and equally as comfortable. I'm glad to see these shoes coming ... MoreI've loved my Hoka Speedgoats over the years, but have noticed they continue to go downhill (pun intended) in quality each time I buy a new pair. Sometimes the fabric tears easily, within 30 miles of buying them. Sometimes the sole or parts of the tread start to peel away. Or they're just done within 80-100 miles. Once, I took them on a 10-day, 100-mile trek and wound up with a badly infected blister within a callus on my outer heel that wept green goo for days. I try very hard not to overuse REI's return policy, but I'm pretty sure my eternal optimism around Hoka trail shoes has cost REI money. I'm on my last pair and need to find a new setup. That said, the high-top hiking boots tend to be sturdier and equally as comfortable. I'm glad to see these shoes coming down in price because $180 for an 80-mile shoe is ridiculous. For the most part, they are deliciously comfortable though... I wish they were better quality. PS: my partner has had the same issue.
Normally wear women's size 9.5 or 10 in running. Shoes. 9.5 and 10 were too long. Got size 9, and 9 wide. I have low volume foot. Mid foot striker, neutral gait. Low arches/flat feet. Run mixed terrain, r I cky, sandy, cinders, boulder outcrops. Narrow gullies that were trails, with varying steepness, distance varies.Size 9 wore around house for about 30 minutes and arches felt like i was getting poke stabbed by something hard in the shoe. Looked at my arch area and bc of flat feet it layed over side of show slightly and was getting poked by the decorative sidewall, or perhaps the raised mid foot area is supposed to be a support rail(?). Anyway im guessing if my arh was higher it wouldn't have been laying on top of the rail thing. So i tried the wide,and Basically ... MoreNormally wear women's size 9.5 or 10 in running. Shoes. 9.5 and 10 were too long. Got size 9, and 9 wide. I have low volume foot. Mid foot striker, neutral gait. Low arches/flat feet. Run mixed terrain, r I cky, sandy, cinders, boulder outcrops. Narrow gullies that were trails, with varying steepness, distance varies.Size 9 wore around house for about 30 minutes and arches felt like i was getting poke stabbed by something hard in the shoe. Looked at my arch area and bc of flat feet it layed over side of show slightly and was getting poked by the decorative sidewall, or perhaps the raised mid foot area is supposed to be a support rail(?). Anyway im guessing if my arh was higher it wouldn't have been laying on top of the rail thing. So i tried the wide,and Basically the same except more fabric over midfoot for folks with more volume. Cushion was excellent, and it i thiught it would be a good running shoes, i had Goat 2's which were great. Unfortunately, i have to return both. I don't think these work for low arches or flat feet. Same issue with other Hokas i tried after these. So bummer i have to keep looking for 4mm/5 mm drop trail shoes.
I needed shoes for hiking and HOKA is a highly rated brand so I thought I'd give them a try. My shoe size is 8.5 and my foot runs a little wide and the salesperson suggested I get a 9 wide. This has to be the most comfortable sneaker I've ever worn. However, as I was hiking on the trails, I noticed that my foot would turn a little, so think it's either too wide or too long. I'm thinking a 9 regular or 8.5 wide might've done the trick. If you're looking for a comfortable shoe for hiking that has a great grip, these HOKA Speedgoats did the trick for me and hopefully, will for you too!! :)
These shoes are my new faves! I bought them as they were a highly recommended shoe to wear while walking the Camino de Santiago and I’m so glad i gave them a try. They were a little strange getting used to them at first as they tend to lean towards the midline but this became a non issue after a couple of long walks. I haven’t had any blisters yet and they feel very cushioned. A little getting used to the wider base, but all of this is worth it. Love love love this shoe! They are a bit pricey at over $200, but i managed to get them on sale. Even still, I would have bought them—foot health is important!
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| color | Elderberry/Lilac Marble |
| size | 9 |
A workhorse designed for technical trails, the Speedgoat returns with less weight and more traction than ever before. A new shoe from outsole to laces, this trail beast is updated with Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug for enhanced grip on loose soil. Retaining the same stack height and rocker profile, the Speedgoat 5 employs a lighter midsole compound and heartier, double layer jacquard mesh to inspire confidence on any terrain. | Features. Double layer jacquard engineered mesh. Protective toe rand. Late stage MetaRocker. Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug. Vegan. Lay-flat gusseted tongue. Bolstered heel collar. Molded EVA sockliner. Compression-molded EVA foam midsole. 5mm lugs. 34% recycled polyester upper mesh. Laces with 70% recycled nylon and 30% recycled polyester. 100% Recycled polyester sockliner top cloth.
A workhorse designed for technical trails, the Speedgoat returns with less weight and more traction than ever before. A new shoe from outsole to laces, this trail beast is updated with Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug for enhanced grip on loose soil. Retaining the same stack height and rocker profile, the Speedgoat 5 employs a lighter midsole compound and heartier, double layer jacquard mesh to inspire confidence on any terrain. | Features. Double layer jacquard engineered mesh. Protective toe rand. Late stage MetaRocker. Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug. Vegan. Lay-flat gusseted tongue. Bolstered heel collar. Molded EVA sockliner. Compression-molded EVA foam midsole. 5mm lugs. 34% recycled polyester upper mesh. Laces with 70% recycled nylon and 30% recycled polyester. 100% Recycled polyester sockliner top cloth.
A workhorse designed for technical trails, the Speedgoat returns with less weight and more traction than ever before. A new shoe from outsole to laces, this trail beast is updated with Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug for enhanced grip on loose soil. Retaining the same stack height and rocker profile, the Speedgoat 5 employs a lighter midsole compound and heartier, double layer jacquard mesh to inspire confidence on any terrain. | Features. Double layer jacquard engineered mesh. Protective toe rand. Late stage MetaRocker. Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug. Vegan. Lay-flat gusseted tongue. Bolstered heel collar. Molded EVA sockliner. Compression-molded EVA foam midsole. 5mm lugs. 34% recycled polyester upper mesh. Laces with 70% recycled nylon and 30% recycled polyester. 100% Recycled polyester sockliner top cloth.
A workhorse designed for technical trails, the Speedgoat returns with less weight and more traction than ever before. A new shoe from outsole to laces, this trail beast is updated with Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug for enhanced grip on loose soil. Retaining the same stack height and rocker profile, the Speedgoat 5 employs a lighter midsole compound and heartier, double layer jacquard mesh to inspire confidence on any terrain. | Features. Double layer jacquard engineered mesh. Protective toe rand. Late stage MetaRocker. Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug. Vegan. Lay-flat gusseted tongue. Bolstered heel collar. Molded EVA sockliner. Compression-molded EVA foam midsole. 5mm lugs. 34% recycled polyester upper mesh. Laces with 70% recycled nylon and 30% recycled polyester. 100% Recycled polyester sockliner top cloth.
