Hoka OneOne

Runonewon · 09-09-2013 5:04pm #1

Any one use these runners,meant to help when recovering from Plantar Fasciitis. the trail version is the one I intend to get any advice would be greatly appreciated

grahamor · 13-09-2013 10:08am

The link below is one of the better articles out there that considers both sides of the argument.

- http://www.mile27.com.au/hoka/

They seem to be getting more and more popular in Europe and also in the US. Longer trail runs like Hardrock are full of people wearing Hoka's because of the protection they offer on trails and for longer distances.

The article above also discusses how your quads will get less trashed because of the cushioning.

I think they are suitable for certain distances and terrains. I did a 100k trail run in france recently using Inov-8 trailroc 255 shoes (which i love) but wished i had more cushioning especially on the downhills. The blisters i had in the last 5 hours were agony but it's possible they were caused from my socks and not the shoes.

Snow and Rock in Dundrum stock Hoka's. It would be worth trying them on instead of just buying online.

Hope it helps.

TFBubendorfer · 13-09-2013 11:08am

They seem to be the Marmite of running shoes. You either love them or hate them.

Runonewon · 13-09-2013 1:32pm

grahamor
Thanks very much for the information,Ive spoken to a few people and got some positive feedback about these shoes.Great to know where they can be got in Ireland ,Ill be making a trip to Dundrum at the weekend.Ive not trained 6 months due to Plantar Faciitis so need to be cautious when returning to training.
Again thanks for the information,i really appreciate it,
Kind Regards,

Runonewon · 13-09-2013 1:37pm

TFBubendorfer wrote: »

They seem to be the Marmite of running shoes. You either love them or hate them.

They dont look too pretty and seem to be going in the opposite direction to current trends,but they have a good reputation for stability my help to keep my PF at bay

Enduro · 13-09-2013 2:32pm

My GF has bought 3 pairs in the last 3 months. The Imelda Marcos of the Hoka world

Hokas are very popular with ultra runners. You see lots of American runners wearing them these days too. I haven't tried them yet myself, but I will be doing so. If you're doing very long distances there is a definite argument for using these shoes (or similar).

digger2d2 · 13-09-2013 8:20pm

Enduro wrote: »

My GF has bought 3 pairs in the last 3 months. The Imelda Marcos of the Hoka world Hokas are very popular with ultra runners. You see lots of American runners wearing them these days too. I haven't tried them yet myself, but I will be doing so. If you're doing very long distances there is a definite argument for using these shoes (or similar).

Yeh, saw a couple of pairs been worn up in Belfast, now that must be some bouncy experience wearing them on the track!

grahamor · 19-09-2013 2:33pm

Their European website says the Great Outdoors stock them too - http://www.hokaoneone.eu/en/dealer-locator.html

digger2d2 · 20-09-2013 9:27am

grahamor wrote: »

Their European website says the Great Outdoors stock them too - http://www.hokaoneone.eu/en/dealer-locator.html[/QUOTE]

Now that is interesting..... I guarantee you that if I buy a pair then meno won't be far behind

digger2d2 · 20-09-2013 1:35pm

grahamor wrote: »

Their European website says the Great Outdoors stock them too - http://www.hokaoneone.eu/en/dealer-locator.html[/QUOTE]

Won't be in stock until the Spring... However, they can be ordered through the shop between now and then if you know what model/size you want.

sconhome · 20-09-2013 2:20pm

Mrs AKW picked up a pair on trial a few weeks back and I'm still trying to get my head around them. After the past few years of "shoes are bad, barefoot is the way to be" it looks like the whole industry has turned on its head with overly cushioned yet minimalist (alignement) shoes like the Hoka being the rage.

Might just have to order a pair to see for myself

Rogue Runner · 20-09-2013 2:35pm

and then there's these

http://www.zappos.com/reebok-atv?zlfid=2

digger2d2 · 26-09-2013 1:12pm

Well.... I now have a pair of Hoka's in the collection :pac:...... Half price in Snow and Rock.... I just had to try them.

PaulieC · 26-09-2013 2:56pm

what is half price ? As in how much ?

digger2d2 · 26-09-2013 3:31pm

PaulieC wrote: »

what is half price ? As in how much ?

80 blips for the Stinsons.... They have Mafate 2's at 70... Restricted sizes though

PaulieC · 26-09-2013 6:27pm

Have you tried them ? €80 is a hell of a price, especially considering it's half price. Might drop in tomorrow to have a look. Do you know if they have any 9/9.5/10 ?

digger2d2 · 27-09-2013 9:01am

PaulieC wrote: »

Have you tried them ? €80 is a hell of a price, especially considering it's half price. Might drop in tomorrow to have a look. Do you know if they have any 9/9.5/10 ?

Yeah they are expensive but quite a few reports I've read suggest they're capable of 1,000 miles plus. They have 2 types, one is a trail runner and the one I got is dual purpose. I typically wear an 8 or 8.5 but got a 9 in these. Interestingly, the Stinsons comes with standard insoles which give you a 6mm drop and also an additional set which changes them to 4mm. Not sure what other sizes they have.

I've already worn them on a 10 miler and a 3 miler.... They look like moon boots but feel good... I'm thinking of doing my 18 in them tomorrow so that may give me a better idea of how to rate them.

PaulieC · 27-09-2013 10:20am

is this them ?

RayCun · 27-09-2013 11:08am

or these?

Buffalo-Platform-Shoes-Acid-Wash-Harajuku-2013-03-30-DSC4545.jpg

digger2d2 · 27-09-2013 11:58am

PaulieC wrote: »

is this them ?

I had a pair of them in cream when I was 11

digger2d2 · 27-09-2013 11:59am

RayCun wrote: »

or these?

Runs out to buy................................;)

PaulieC · 29-09-2013 11:57am

digger2d2 wrote: »

I had a pair of them in cream when I was 11

classy.

did you do your 18 yet ? I'm heading to Dundrum today, i can feel the pull of Snow+Rock. Hopefully they'll be out of my size &#55357;&#56835;
i did 20 yesterday in a 6-month old pair of Green Silence and they were fine. I have another pair that are not yet opened, but since they are absolutely, definitely the last ever pair I'll have, I'm reluctant to use them &#55357;&#56835;

PaulieC · 29-09-2013 7:27pm

Man, they are some funky shiznit. Unfortunately (or fortunately) they didn't have my size in the hybrid version and I couldn't justify the spend on a trail only pair.
interestingly, the guy in the shop tried to persuade me that the trail version were not actually for trail running, which helped cement the decision not to buy.

digger2d2 · 01-10-2013 9:39pm

PaulieC wrote: »

Man, they are some funky shiznit. Unfortunately (or fortunately) they didn't have my size in the hybrid version and I couldn't justify the spend on a trail only pair.
interestingly, the guy in the shop tried to persuade me that the trail version were not actually for trail running, which helped cement the decision not to buy.

Yeh, did 17 in them and they were grand... Manky looking though so i may keep them for recovery runs in the dark.

grahamor · 02-10-2013 9:28am

digger2d2 wrote: »

Manky looking though so i may keep them for recovery runs in the dark.

Or maybe do what Val Kilmer did

digger2d2 · 02-10-2013 9:54am

Won't be long before someone is on stating that the adhesives in spray paint will break down the cushioning in the shoes rendering them useless

:D

Runonewon · 02-10-2013 9:35pm

grahamor wrote: »

The link below is one of the better articles out there that considers both sides of the argument.

- http://www.mile27.com.au/hoka/

They seem to be getting more and more popular in Europe and also in the US. Longer trail runs like Hardrock are full of people wearing Hoka's because of the protection they offer on trails and for longer distances.

The article above also discusses how your quads will get less trashed because of the cushioning.

I think they are suitable for certain distances and terrains. I did a 100k trail run in france recently using Inov-8 trailroc 255 shoes (which i love) but wished i had more cushioning especially on the downhills. The blisters i had in the last 5 hours were agony but it's possible they were caused from my socks and not the shoes.

Snow and Rock in Dundrum stock Hoka's. It would be worth trying them on instead of just buying online.

Hope it helps.

Just got my Hoka one ones decided to go for stinsons I feel like a child on Xmas morning.It has to be said from the outset that they are deeply unpleasant to look at but it's like running on a pillow Great for my PF

Tea Tree · 15-12-2013 3:07pm

How have they been Runonewon?

I'll be getting a pair of Rapa Nui over the next week. I don't do big mileage (anymore:rolleyes:) but am hoping the extra cushioning will work some magic and allow me to ramp the mileage up a bit.
(may be grasping at straws but worth a shot:o)

digger2d2 · 16-12-2013 10:21pm

Tea Tree wrote: »

How have they been Runonewon?

I'll be getting a pair of Rapa Nui over the next week. I don't do big mileage (anymore:rolleyes:) but am hoping the extra cushioning will work some magic and allow me to ramp the mileage up a bit.
(may be grasping at straws but worth a shot:o)

I did half a 20 mile LSR in them and haven't had them on since.

nerraw1111 · 17-12-2013 11:04am

Interesting blog post on what the shoe actually looks like when it's cut in half. Surprising.

http://freakrunner.wordpress.com/2013/11/18/the-secret-i-learned-by-cutting-my-hoka-evo-stinson-running-shoes-in-half/

Tea Tree · 18-12-2013 10:19am

digger2d2 wrote: »

I did half a 20 mile LSR in them and haven't had them on since.

Oh dear, doesnt sound good. Too much too soon? pain? or just not feel good?

nerraw1111 wrote: »

Interesting blog post on what the shoe actually looks like when it's cut in half. Surprising.

http://freakrunner.wordpress.com/2013/11/18/the-secret-i-learned-by-cutting-my-hoka-evo-stinson-running-shoes-in-half/

what a peculiar thing to do to your shoes!

digger2d2 · 18-12-2013 12:30pm

Tea Tree wrote: »

Oh dear, doesnt sound good. Too much too soon? pain? or just not feel good?

Sorry, just thinking about it now.... I did a 17 mile LSR in them and the lower legs felt it a bit and then the last 10 miles of that 20 miler I mentioned. The latter run I put them on as my feet felt a bit sore and I thought the cushioning would alleviate that somewhat. To be honest I actually think they are just too much runner for me (I usually wear Lunaracers or Kinvaras) So, if you are used to wearing a more cushioned shoe then the step up shouldn't pose any real issues.... Anyway, these things are always worth a try

:)

Tea Tree · 19-12-2013 3:49pm

well mine just arrived. I don't think the rapa nui look just as odd as some of the other models other than the pinkness (convincing myself). Just walking around the house I can really feel the difference in cushioning and much less pressure on my my dodgy toe joint. I'll try them on a short run tomorrow and report back.

munkee · 23-04-2014 1:03pm

Anyone who has these care to update on how they're getting on?

Just listening to this interview with a Hoka guy at the moment.

uvox · 07-06-2014 4:03pm

I have the Mafate 3s and Stinson Trails. They rock! Great shoes for the high miler. The Mafates are more for distance IMO, 14 OZ. Take a big of getting use too, largely (ha) due to the clearance needed when running. However, that's something easily done.

If its maximalist shoes, then these are the ones. Great if you are susceptible to damage or are carrying some and wanting to get back into distance. Done about 1000 KM in the Mafates 3s, less in the Stinsons (largely because I am so happy with the former).

Great Outdoors in Dublin carry Hoka One One trails for men and women, btw. Or see: http://www.greatoutdoors.ie/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=Hoka&x=0&y=0

On maximalism generally: http://runnow.eu/2014/02/shoes-gear/12-facts-about-maximalist-shoes_2449

uvox · 09-12-2014 9:45pm

Update - Hoka One One is now owned by Deckers (as in Uggs). So the supply in Dublin seems a little flaky as they move over to a new supply chain management system. Not that the supply was great in Dublin to begin with.

However, I still think these shoes ROCK. I've used the Conquests, Mafate Speeds too now and they're great. If you're in the U.S. shop around in places like REI. Last Conquests I got were down from 170 bucks to 75 on a special in REI.

The only problem is they wear down fast. As the gent in Great Outdoors explained, that's the double-decker bus going around the corner effect...:)

There are other maximalist options out there too - I'd had some great success with Altra Paradigms. Zero drops, huge toe box. Cheaper than Hokas too.

Hoka OneOne

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