The Truth about Hoka hiking boots

The Truth about Hoka hiking boots - Kaha 2 GTX

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
00:45 History
03:54 Shoe Info
04:43 Is The Leather Good?
05:22 Upper Puncture Test
05:53 Waterproof Test
06:21 Insole
06:34 Midsole
07:26 What's A Hubble Heel?
09:46 Bar Drop Test
09:58 Outsole
10:42 Cut In Half
11:32 Cut In Half Reveal
11:50 The Outsole Is A True Dual Density
13:16 Is It Worth $240?
13:58 Shoe Ranking
15:04 Outro
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@RoseAnvil Ай бұрын

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@louistoussaint1661 Ай бұрын

For the next video u should try Merrell that’s one of the biggest opponents of hoka in Europe

@Tobias_Jose Ай бұрын

Greetings! Have you ever cut an Adidas Gazelle in half? It’s probably my favourite trainer, and always think they’re of decent quality, so am therefore curious as to the material content and construction. I couldn’t find a video on your page so was wondering if you’d ever consider assessing the Gazelle having already done the Samba? Best regards, have a good one and thanks for the great videos 🤗

@1maico1 Ай бұрын

Why do you mix metric and US customary lengths in the same clip? The inch being based on the length of 3 barleycorns and the metre the distance light travels in a vacuum over a set time interval!

@HoriaBogdan3 Ай бұрын

You have to add some Italian, German and Scandinavian brands to your outdoor boots comparison. (La Sportiva, Scarpa, Salewa, Lowa, Hanwag, Lundhags etc)

@outlanderzg Ай бұрын

La Sportiva is the best imho

@10baiserx Ай бұрын

Seriously, I've been waiting years for him to review some actual hiking boots

@8fledermaus8 Ай бұрын

Meindl too

@martincrook1984 Ай бұрын

Roa

@mikedarrell Ай бұрын

Limmer boots as well

@unpopularopinions1776 Ай бұрын

I work in a hospital and operating room, and Hoka’s are probably the most popular shoe I see people wearing. Maybe one reason why they still saw growth during Covid.

@eisernfront8549 Ай бұрын

I see a lot of boomers and middle aged people using it

@user-xf4es7eh9y Ай бұрын

they make a dedicated nurse shoe that's like fluid/blood proof, and non slip soles, and build on the same foundation as their neutral max cushion model. My other half is a nurse. I got her one when she graduated. great shoe but not cheap, comes in wide sizes. extra wide too I think. It's legit. But most of the nurses just wear the regular versions because they look cuter and have more colors and stuff. also more breathable. They just spray them with like ceramic coating so they don't absorb liquids, in theory.

@nuadarstark Ай бұрын

Yep, my mum is a lab technician in a hospital and Hoka Bondi's are some of the most popular shoes there.

@AudioFileZ 29 күн бұрын

There's nothing save for using a fairly soft blown mid-sole material and, pretty much, just doubling the mm thickness that makes a HOKA a HOKA. Other brands have answered this as it's easy to implement with zero added technology ,so as we go forward HOKA's thick mid-sole difference will be less unique. I say try a less thick version of Skecher's Hyper Burst technology running shoes...It doesn't get the respect I feel it deserves, and it is being copied to a similar result by even the current three top athletic shoe brands by changing a few manufacturing parameters to circumvent any intellectual property. The Hyper Burst combines the right mix of enhanced cushioning with retention of compression resilience (i.e. it keeps it's thickness much longer which enhances a good degree of control agains supination and pronation - which even many modern EVA based foams can't achieve). I like New Balance's Fresh Foam too, but it will compress quicker with heavy use so by itself it's not perfect. That said New Balance uses in in several guises some offering more resistance to compression with added motion control. I'm using several Skecher's Hyper Burst based running shoes for the last two-years and finding them excellent, and a better value, compared to HOKA. That brings up the other elephant in the room that during Covid exploded. On Running's cloud shoes. What they've done is to remove material instead of innovate material-wise or otherwise. By creating negative spaces in the midsole it made them feel softer yet it has its problems. It will compress with age faster, it will get objects and dirt hung up in the negative spaces, and it is a one-trick pony without much else. There's a reason you don't see many larger men, or men period, wearing these OR shoes as they just are really great in the support area. This brand fairs best for average weight women users. It will be interesting how they go forward as the trick of negative space will wear off and they'll have to innovate using something more substantial. I'm am a third generation shoe retailer who maintains a separate shoe repair and orthopedic modification facility. I don't speak from a point of no experience.

@russellzauner Ай бұрын

The split heel + diamond cutout = your foot's heel is feeling like it's making better connection with the ground so the transition is less jarring, it separates to guide it down nicely and it's got enough to cushion it while the diamond cutout cradles, flexing, cupping, and allowing midsole expansion on strikes, while better transmitting ground feel data to your own heel.

@joshgonzalez2885 Ай бұрын

As someone who hiked in Hokas for 3 years. They only last 1 season if you go regularly. I still paid for them because nothing was as comfortable especially on the 10 mile trips

@Frizzlefry7 Ай бұрын

Have you tried out the on cloud brand yet? I’ve been seeing a lot of those lately. I’m seeing some on sale for around 100 USD.

@tommysshih Ай бұрын

@@Frizzlefry7 If you like the feel of Hoka's you will proably hate On Cloud. Even the most cushioned model, the Cloud Monster feels rock hard in comparison to Hoka's

@Frizzlefry7 Ай бұрын

@@tommysshih I’ve been reading some reviews saying the clouds are OKAY but the mesh uppers are tearing after minimal wear. So I’m pretty hesitant now. Thanks for the feedback.

@rvierra7235 Ай бұрын

😂😅 You are the sucker they are targeting. Their business plan worked on you!!

@joshgonzalez2885 Ай бұрын

@@rvierra7235 I mean I am putting 600 miles a season on them in Arizona desert while having immense cushion. It’s a trade off

@rustytownetreasures3191 Ай бұрын

50+ year old here, I wore Brooks, still like them, but did buy a pair of hoka , and absolutely love the comfort

@jnm-eh6qt Ай бұрын

Ditto. I was a diehard Brooks loyalist. My physical therapist recommended Hokas and I'm hooked.

@RusticLiving4148 Ай бұрын

I just bought a pair of Brooks Glycerin GTS’s. Haven’t had a chance to try them out yet. Hokas look very nice too. Might get a pair

@markm148 Ай бұрын

52 years old with abused worn feet. I have never worn a more comfortable and better fitting shoe than Hoka.

@MichaelH-ck4hg Ай бұрын

I haven’t tried Hoka yet. I do have a pair of Brooks Ghost Max that I love. I’m standing on concrete at work for 50 to over 60 hours per week. The Brooks are four months old and still feel new.

@rustytownetreasures3191 Ай бұрын

@@MichaelH-ck4hg ghost max are Great, however the hoka are awesome. I do alternate them , from day to day, with New balance 990 v4

@jamesridley9178 Ай бұрын

I've been using a pair of the low top GTX for my mailman shoes and they've put up with a few months of 50+ miles a week on mixed surfaces with a lot of concrete and asphalt. They've been ... actually pretty great. No issues with them and they've been pretty darn comfy. I have very well tested the waterproofing on them and unless I accidentally go too deep into a puddle, my feet have been nice and dry. I'm glad that they performed well for you too!

@DeMart501 Ай бұрын

Hi Weston, I used to sell Hokas and the rep told us that the swallow tail Is designed to displace energy more efficiently, that if you are going downhill or uneven surfaces it helps keep you sure footed. The rocker in it is designed to move your foot easier heel to toe so your foot isn’t doing all the work they kind of move your feet with you. I’ve asked about the vibram soles and I was told it isn’t fully covered to save on weight and cost, I don’t know how true that is. I would recommend this boot for long hiking mileage or backpacking as it really keeps your feet feeling fresh even after hiking all day. I use mine for backpacking only and they have been a game changer for me. Someone else mentioned they don’t last long and they are right: The EVA foams with constant use will only last about 6 months. That is for all shoes that use a lot of EVA. My suggestion don’t use them all the time and rotate different pairs to make them last

@JJ-zr6fu Ай бұрын

I love my hoka hiking boots I know my footing will be secure every step

@thartwig Ай бұрын

“These boots will last longer if you dont wear them!” 😝😒

@DeMart501 Ай бұрын

@@thartwig in simplistic terms yes, but footwear is like a tool. You want to use the right tool for the right job. A hiking boot is not an everyday boot, much like a screwdriver is not a hammer. Use it for it’s intended purpose and you’ll be fine.

@Jarekx2007 Ай бұрын

@@DeMart501 I don't want 5 screwdrivers that do the exact same thing.

@thartwig Ай бұрын

@@DeMart501 but thats a given which makes it a non-statement. The less you use anything the longer it will last, but if you cant use it very long even for its intended purpose what good is it? I usually wear thursday chelseas every day, and for physical work or hiking I have hiking boots. What youre suggesting is common if not normal, I personally dont know anyone who wears hiking boots every day like sneakers, but 6months for any shoe, worn every day, thats not a great investment at 240$

@stevedesilets1105 Ай бұрын

I am not sure why I watch these to be honest, but I really like the content.. Straight forward information, backed with some great metrics/tools etc. I never knew how interesting shoe construction is. Great job!

@samrichards8609 28 күн бұрын

3 videos. Maybe 70 comments I've gone through. No one had a good funny or interesting comment But yes I'm with you, dunno why im here but it's good shit.

@Destroyer-Grizzly-BIH Ай бұрын

I have the Kaha One and they were my first Hoka and I fell in love with them. I work in trades and am on my feet moving around all day and these are my go-to’s over a lot of brands that I own.

@echtogammut Ай бұрын

It's amazing how fast Hoka has grown. I started wearing them after my training coach started using them after being a support runner for an ultra runner (~ 2010). That said for trail hiking or running, I think Solomon and La Sportiva, two of the top brands, but it is very model dependent.

@hypothalapotamus5293 Ай бұрын

Everything depends on what you are using it for. If I want to have fun running down a dry rocky trail, La Sportiva has several good shoes. Base plate, relatively flat lugs, and sticky rubber outsole. Solomons have more specific offerings for mud and other stuff. For zone 2 spam in the mountains, hokas are probably comfortable enough to be a good choice. Then there are those areas with incredibly slick tree roots near cliffs... was so bad I was wondering if microspikes or spiked logging boots would have been appropriate.

@chuckpatterson8895 Ай бұрын

Had two pairs of the Anacapa. Loved those boots. Will have to try these out. Thanks

@RJ-om2dz Ай бұрын

The most experienced, high mileage hikers use trail runners for almost all regular trails. Even in cold conditions. This is true for almost all high mileage hikers like thru hikers. The idea you need or have benefit from a stiff, water proof boot should be stated with caution given the near universal disagreement among the most experienced, extreme hikers.

@zubertish Ай бұрын

For a moment there, i thought surely you were going to trash Hoka. I was surprised you went tippy toe to place them at #1. I own three different pairs of Hokas. They aren't the boots but the trail runners ( Bondi and Speedgoat) and i use them casually as i can't run. They are fantastic for my Plantar Fascitis with only the Speegoats needing an orthotic insert. My foot specialist at the VA suggested them. Awesome. I ended up getting a pair of their flips and the cushion in all three is like cloud walking. The relief on my injured foot is terrific. As an aside, I believe that in addition to the 'marketing' aspect of the ButterFly heel, it allows the width of the heel to be wider all the while saving on materials/cost. The wider heel helps in preguiding the heel strike towards the centering/loading of the weighted contact and pre loads the landing to help offset the impact. That's using SWAGS. Thanks for yet another terrific review!

@stevenswann2835 Ай бұрын

Would love to see you cut and review the Merrell MOAB.

@paulname5483 Ай бұрын

I have a pair I’ve owned now for 8 years (first pair actually) and still wear them for hiking and camping trips. They were perfect right out the box and broke them in Hiking around Lake Tahoe.

@felissour3088 Ай бұрын

Love your content! Please review the Nike Vomero 5 next 🙏

@dann317 Ай бұрын

I've owned these for a year, lots of miles hiked. The waterproof definitely fails in slushy snow and heavy rain. They last for an hour or so and the toe is the first to always go. The lugs on the bottom wear out quicker than I would have wanted. Otherwise these boots have been great. The stride it puts you is really nice and cushion is great as well. I got them for their cushion and they hold up with a heavy ruck sack. Grip is pretty good on terrible rocks and angles. I'd buy again if I could find them on sale. Kaha Gtx > UA HOVR Dawn boot

@plaid-n-ammo Ай бұрын

I got a pair of hoka walking shoes for going on vacation. Really glad I did. There light and have great support.

@user-lg7gp6fg3g Ай бұрын

Love the hiking series! I’d like to see Lowa and Solomon boots cut open!

@shodack5124 Ай бұрын

My BIL just hiked the Appalachian trail in Hoka sneakers. I've sort of ignored the brand until then, but that definitely sparked my curiosity. Thanks for this topic!

@haijj Ай бұрын

My Salomon GTX 4d boots are my most comfortable shoe I’ve ever owned, and while I will buy them again, these hokas are next on my list to try out.

@cynical1985 Ай бұрын

agree completely, taken a couple of those boots trekking across several continents and they've never let me down, can't wait to see how they stack up against the others on the list!

@UnknownUser-rb9pd Ай бұрын

When you walk or run, if you have a relatively normal gait, you don't hit the ground with the centre back of the heel but instead hit it towards the outside corner. Then you roll diagonally towards "toe off" which is the big toe. If you examine heel wear on your shoes you'll see the wear pattern is towards the lateral (outside) part of the heel. I assume the "swallow tail" heel groove controls over-pronation and reduces the amount of inward roll of the foot for the large percentage of the population who roll too far inwards after the heel strike. The dual density EVA along the medial (inside) of the heel will also be used for this purpose.

@Red_Twizzler Ай бұрын

Seriously. People will believe ANYTHING. Such a gimmick.

@UnknownUser-rb9pd Ай бұрын

@@Red_Twizzler The USA has a bigger percentage than any other nation on earth who use orthotics in their footwear. Remarks like yours makes me think that perhaps some people might prefer everybody to use expensive podiatrists and custom orthotics when much of the time simple solutions can work well.

@jasonbinney2979 Ай бұрын

I'm a tech vendor that works in hospitals and clinical staff seem to LOVE Hokas for their comfort. I also stand and walk 8-10 hours nonstop but unfortunately I have 6E wide feet so there aren't any Hoka options for me lol.

@dbrandon4528 Ай бұрын

So… I own this exact pair of boots. My biggest problem is finding boots in a size 15. and then finding them in a B width. For me personally this boot is nothing short of amazing! It’s extremely comfortable. I can put my prescription plastic arch supports in and the narrow toe box for me is a perfect fit. Are they worth $240? For me personally yes, but that’s because I wear a size 15. If you didn’t wear a size 15, They are over priced @ $240. They are definitely worth trying if you’ve got the money or if you find them on sale. Thanks so much for the video. Makes me feel good about my purchase.

@sepehryekebash Ай бұрын

Thanks for doing this video, can't wait to see quest 4 and how it compares to this

@jw_25 Ай бұрын

I've tried Hoka hiking boots before and they are pretty good but priced a bit too steep. Thus far my two favorite hiking boots are the Adidas Terrex Free Hiker (above average durability, great performance, soft boost foam, and can always be acquired for cheap when on sale) and the Nnormal Tomir 2.0 (best hiking boot I've ever owned thus far but I can't seem to wear it out yet).

@CharliehuethePuff Ай бұрын

Hey Weston! Any chance you could do some Zamberlan boots one of these days? I used the Zamberlan 309 Trail Lite Gore-Tex Hiking Boots for Tree Planting in BC/Alberta Canada and they worked out pretty well for me. Curious to see how these and their other products stack up. Thanks for doing what you do! :D

@sethhawken7375 Ай бұрын

I have an OG pair before they got bought. 7 yrs and countless hiking miles and so happy with them.

@esteurer1 Ай бұрын

Would love to see a review on the Oboz Bridger boots, love your videos, thank you for all that you do sir, cheers!

@darkismkayla 16 күн бұрын

My mom bought one kislux and she loves it. It had been there for over 10 years when she went out with it.

@michaelgarner4673 Ай бұрын

I have that same Hoka Hiking boot and I really like it,,,, I bought them new but only paid 199!!! Still pricy but I really enjoy mine,!!!!! It’s very comfortable!!!

@BeerNye Ай бұрын

I would love to see you cut apart the Danner Mountain 600 leaf. I’ve had a pair for a few months now and really like them so far- would be curious to see how they stack up to other foam hikers.

@randallthomas5207 Ай бұрын

Many decades ago when I was a serious runner, I was given a pair of Nike Long Distance Five, aka the LDV. They had very wide heels which greatly increased the stability. Which also worked really well at launching sand and small rocks into the opposite shoe as you ran. So if I wore them running the power line roads outside Boulder City, Nevada, I had to stop every mile or mile and a half to dump out the sand. To add to my dislike, to get the weight down they had hollow areas under the ball of the foot. I was rock hopping and had the point of a rock come up through and break my foot. Last pair of Nikes I have worn. If I got given a pair, I gave them away. I have been extremely wary of anything with a very wide heel tread, and low angle returns ever since.

@mirt8 Ай бұрын

Yo Weston. Love the channel! Can you please get into running so that we can get these types of reviews for running shoes? TYVM

@TumbleweedRancher Ай бұрын

Lowa Renegades have been my hiking boot of choice for around 20 years. Got my 3rd pair about 5 years ago.

@frazierwillard9316 Ай бұрын

I've got a pair of the Hoka Zinals that are for trail running and I don't trail run much but I love the traction. Very comfortable.

@bultitude28 Ай бұрын

I have a Pair of the low top Kahas and have been wearing them almost daily for 7 months. They are the most comfortable shoe I have ever wore and have stopped the usual aches and pains I get from being on my feet at work all day. I will agree with your opinion that the soles will wear down quick as mine are now starting to go through the Vibram parts and onto the foam underneath. I will however buy another pair. Can't beat the supreme comfort.

@2yoyodog Ай бұрын

Easy..real easy to fix the wear problem on Vibram parts....been doing it for years. Find local shoe repair person who'll sell you a piece of relatively resistant rubber compound (determine correct thickness)..buy a tube of quality rubber cement (follow gluing instructions)..file/sand worn parts of Vibram until flat. Cut/glue and contour... Problem solved...saves money.

@shontelle5527 Ай бұрын

Great video! Would love to see you do some mens vs women's boot comparisons to see if they actually make them the same (I feel mine often wear out much quicker than men's of the same brands etc)

@samrichards8609 28 күн бұрын

Yeh good call. I betcha they cut even more on the women's range. I know I would...damn women wanting more

@JJ-zr6fu Ай бұрын

Just got done hiking around all week in the hoka bubble hiking boots it’s great

@darkismkayla 18 күн бұрын

I have one kislux bag I got in 2019, it's the LV white catogram speedy. It's counter quality and it has a nice honey patina now, so the leather is real. I think whatever makes you happy go for it. I've seen LV with plastic leather and blood red glaze...

@davewebster5120 Ай бұрын

The ironic thing is Hoka's are the shoe of choice for nurses and medical caregivers. Turns out being on your feet for 12 hours a shift comfy shoes win out.

@JackCarsonite Ай бұрын

The foam blows out in no time. I use them for work too, and after 300-500 miles, they're toast.

@GoodkatNW Ай бұрын

@@JackCarsonite 300-500mi is normal for any plush shoe style. Denser foam lasts longer, but isn't as comfy. For many step heavy jobs, paying $150/year is worth the huge difference in comfort (many hospitals, kitchens, and service positions also come with a shoe stipend per year)

@JJ-zr6fu Ай бұрын

Yeah the barefoot craze always yields to the actual comfort

@ThisisRubbishlo Ай бұрын

I want more HOKA in my life, great boots

@misteral9045 Ай бұрын

These look like they'd be really comfy for someone who only hikes occasionally but is looking for rougher terrain where a more solid boot would be a little clunky. Good for rock scrambles or log hopping.

@rmrintoul Ай бұрын

Agreed, I love my Hokas, but they’re pretty fragile. La Sportiva would be my request- the TX4 mid is a really interesting shoe

@Tang-qi6zw Ай бұрын

For durability, I will say I had the Tennines as a running shoe, and those wore out disappointingly quick. The rubber completely tore away from the foam, so I only got like 150 miles of trail running up mountains in George Washing National Forrest with those. But they are unmatched as a trail running shoe, and great with rocky hills.

@slkric1724 Ай бұрын

The Hoka Speedgoat is my go to hiking trail boot.

@ChineseKiwi Ай бұрын

The toebox was way too narrow for me when I tried it.

@danstrmsnes8997 Ай бұрын

Review the Ultra Raptor Mid II GTX by La Sportiva. They are very popular in Norway, and personally I think they are very good.

@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup Ай бұрын

I just picked up a pair of those for $120 on closeout at rei but don't really hike. I was planning on using them on rainy days.

@ChineseKiwi Ай бұрын

They have a quite narrow toebox however. For wider toe boxes, the La Sportiva TX Hike is a lot better. I have quite particular feet and toe width in which all the ‘favourites’ don’t fit because of the narrow toeboxes. I found the TX Hike to be a lot better than the Raptor, even factoring out the toebox issue.

@TheMazkon Ай бұрын

I´ve got the Kaha´s and Keen´s Zionic waterproof boot... I´ve got a minor Plantar on the right foot, and the Keen Zionic is clearly the most comfy for me.

@bbroogs Ай бұрын

My brother wore these hiking snow in New Mexico. Suffice to say they are NOT waterproof above the midline lol. He was soaked while the other two of us in normal ass oboz bridgers were comfy and splendid.

@samstucky9984 Ай бұрын

Bought a pair of these a few days ago. They're $60 off right now on HOKAs site. Pleasantly surprised to see them take the #1 spot! Maybe I'll buy another pair while the sale lasts???

@Bikes0420 Ай бұрын

I like the big sloped heel. It descends nice on rock .. more surface area more traction.. I come from mountain biking so I think of it that way it’s like a big bike tire at low pressure.

@BaldacciHonse 15 күн бұрын

Yes the color of the kislux is beautiful and it is a great decision, maybe one day they will add feet and straps. It would be nice to have a bigger bag during the colder months when we have to store gloves, beanies, scarves, etc…

@louistoussaint1661 Ай бұрын

You should make a video on the Merrell shoes dat’s the biggest opponent of hoka and Salomon in Europe 🙏🙏🙏

@proscriptus Ай бұрын

One of the big issues with such a thick sole when backpacking is it makes it easier to roll an ankle, and that's compounded in a very light boot that has less ankle support.

@S7tronic Ай бұрын

Have a pair of Hoka 2's just over a year, hiking/walking, 40-50 km a week on average. Love them, amazingly comfortable but the tongue is a bit on the small side if you lace all the way to the top. the foam sole has held up remarkably well, however the lugs of the front of the sole-specifically the section to the front of the Vibram logo-are almost fully worn down. Will probable replace them with another pair.

@2yoyodog Ай бұрын

Check out my response to repair worn Vibram. (Comment by Dann317)...Easy to repair...Sand/file worn Vibram..buy some rubber compound available from local shoe repair/..some good quality rubber cement. Saves money and keeps you running. Been doing it for years.

@ArtemisiaAbsinthium Ай бұрын

Oakley boots? They are amazing

@IsChaseTaken Ай бұрын

Ik it's far away but for Moctober this year you should do a moccasin comparison. It's a surprisingly deep rabbit hole for slippers

@scotmotzny6344 Ай бұрын

I didn't mind my Hoka hiking boots until the stitching inside the boot started to really rub the top of my foot - just coldn't get any relief from that. I just really want a good trail runner with wide toe box, good cushion and as low a drop as possible. Any recommendations - everytime I think I found something I see a video trashing them on quality.

@injuredtabletennisplayer1474 Ай бұрын

That boot caused me to develop Achilles tendinitis. Have the original one one. Love those. And two runnings which are great.

@joshuakeltz7025 Ай бұрын

Hoka does make good running shoes. Would like to see a comparison of the higher end, modern hunting boots like Crispi, Kenetrek, and Han Wag.

@Jason-bd5iq 16 күн бұрын

I honestly couldn’t tell the model of my Hoka boots but they don’t have that weird booty. Had them about 4 years and use them only a few times a year. Decently comfortable, water proof and unbelievably grippy on ice and slick rock. Hokas wear very quickly as a compromise for the comfort but I’ve had countless pairs but only one of the boots and the $200 price range for the boots is pretty cheap.

@Eskimofo-le4sy Ай бұрын

Rose Anvil should review the Danner Mountain 600 Evo next.

@Thunderbird-2 Ай бұрын

Hoka's new and improved Midsole! Now with "Retsyn".

@sinepari9160 Ай бұрын

I owned a pair of the original one ones back in 2004. I've never owned another Hoka product since, though I hear they are very popular now.

@JJ-zr6fu Ай бұрын

It’s worth trying them again

@logeinthebox Ай бұрын

Have you done Salomon Ultra 4 GTX mid? I feel like they fall into this more hiking shoe/boot category and are generally one of the most recommended. Would love to see how they stack up.

@joshdavis7038 Ай бұрын

Review the Goruck MacV-1 boots. They are great for hiking, amongst other things.

@fredsvlogandreviews5867 Ай бұрын

Toward the end there about wide shoes. I can not even think of a shoe or boot that is too wide. I have not found one yet. Even the splay still need to be wider for my foot but mainly to accommodate the tuberosity of fifth metatarsal which sticks out on the side of the foot making that part the widest part of the foot.

@cbrstar7145 Ай бұрын

I bought a pair of Hooka hiking boots from Winners. Super comfortable but can't seem to handle walking on asphalt. I noticed the soles wearing out almost immediately! Now only wear them on actual hikes.

@NormanF62 Ай бұрын

Galibier Super Guide by Richard Pontvert is the standard by which all hiking boots are judged. Old school thick one piece leather, Norwegian welt construction, durable rubber soles, tough hardware and the famous red laces. For the price, the best boots in the world and with the Super Rando below it, I’ve had only to replace a worn heel! Still going strong - that’s how well made they are.

@Mntnphotog Ай бұрын

The full-length steel shaft often snapped near the arch with lots of hiking. Really more of a mountaineering boot intended to pair with the semi-rigid crampons of the day. But yes, an amazingly well built boot that was the highest standard of the era!

@jortpeters6419 Ай бұрын

Lots of hikers on KZfaq a swearing by the topo pursuit (trail running) or traverse (hiking). So that can be an interesting boot to look at. They often compare it to the altra's but say it is more durable

@fsj1987 Ай бұрын

Have you ever looked into limmer boots? They seem like something that would be worth you looking into and checking out.

@andreasjensen8451 Ай бұрын

I work in an outdoor store. One thing people get wrong about gear is that you pay for lightweight. It's complex to make light stuff good. Hoka is not the most durable. But they are the ones where you get the most comfort to weight ratio

@zhukov43 Ай бұрын

Hoka Kaha 2’s are pure joy.

@urbanfrit Ай бұрын

Topo Trailventure 2 WP. I haven't tried these but I think they fit your brief. I moved from Altra to Topo about 3 years ago and have 4 pairs now, road runners and non WP trail runners. Topo toebox is as roomy as the old Altras, before it was narrowed to grab more of the mainstream market. My Topos have done some proper mileage and durability is unquestionably better than Altras

@lynn95441 22 күн бұрын

Have worn out 8-9 pairs of Hokas for the last decade. Love them! The soles are so grippy that they can be used as water shoes for canyoneering when the tread is nearly gone. However, these new Kaha 2 GTX treads are not as grippy, so slip more on rock, especially when wet. Not the end of the world, but a surprise disappointment. On the plus side, they are actually more comfortable than the previous Kahas.

@AcornElectron Ай бұрын

This is interesting as since I’ve been following Storror I’ve been getting regular Hoka adverts on KZfaq.

@groghunter7403 Ай бұрын

would love to see some checking of some of the claims Oboz makes.

@user-pp5or5og4k Ай бұрын

I regularly hike in HOKA Speedgoats and Torrents. No issues.

@30smsuperstrat Ай бұрын

32 years on my feet for 9.5-10 hours a day carrying boxes around on concrete and first asics was the only shoe I could wear to not aggregate the plantar tendons or heal bruscitus . Then Hoka came along as a godsend. Unfortunately, I'm limited to leather like covering due to company regulations, and Hoka is the only wedge sole should "Bondi" that works for me. Recently, the newer models do NOT breathe well anymore. 😬🙄

@thomasthetrain19 Ай бұрын

As a 2 time 46er with bad knees these and the speedgoat5's have absolutely saved me. I have tried so many boots and these keep me on the trails. They do wear out faster than others I've tried but that's a trade off I'm willing to take.

@zacharyfindlay-maddox171 Ай бұрын

Rose Anvil please do a video about LALO shoes/boots! They are a great company! I wear their rapid assault boots for work, they are very comfortable and are so grippy, and drain water very well. Cheers!

@joshread3220 Ай бұрын

I'd like to see the Merrell Moab 3 in this series

@tehgreatist Ай бұрын

try some soloman boots next. I'm glad you did the hoka kaha I love my pair so much I bought a pair for my girlfriend.

@sambowks Ай бұрын

I have a pair of Hoka Speedgoat 5’s which are really good.

@joshgonzalez2885 Ай бұрын

Would love to see an ON hiking boot. Feel like they make better hiking shoes than running

@jeroen1989 Ай бұрын

On the channel or in the stores? In the latter I need to inform you that they have plenty of hiking shoes available; also boots.

@joshgonzalez2885 Ай бұрын

@@jeroen1989 ON Cloud lol the brand

@paulik3 29 күн бұрын

I would love to see a review on "La sportiva " hiking boots , they seem like good boots for the untrained eye.

@bobmurphy6235 Ай бұрын

Definitely want to see an International boot brand comparasion

@barryrahn5957 Ай бұрын

For the the monastic purist among us, you still can't beat a pair of 4mm thick, iron hard vibrant sole - after they're broken in of course, hiking boots!

@barryrahn5957 Ай бұрын

Our miles must be earned the long way through long-suffering and self mortification. The punishment is the reward - plus the bragging rights you'll earn sporting a pair of well broken in old school hikers. Tremendous!

@winc06 Ай бұрын

I tried a pair of Hokas on the advice of a podiatrist. Almost turned an ankle a few times. The tall, soft foam sole just collapses if I did anything in them. Very unstable. Firmly into barefoot style shoes now. Hiking, I still use my Keenes.

@ZachariahConnor Ай бұрын

Please review some La Sportivas!

@aurtisanminer2827 Ай бұрын

The tennines look like they have good floatation on snow.

@pootinplays 22 күн бұрын

Can you PLEASE do the topo athletic trail venture 2. I think it would tick all of the boxes you are looking for and id like to see it cut open. It's basically the me hoka with a wide toe box plus the lacing system is great

@CT37BN Ай бұрын

Swallow tail is when your walking dowhill meaning those extended heel mid/outsole will hold the ground preventing slippage.

@PhoenixBeI Ай бұрын

I'm always curious about how women's shoes fare in comparison to men's. I'd like to know if the shoes I get my wife and daughter are up to par. I've noticed that women's products can have a lesser quality than men's, and I'm wondering if the same is true for shoes. I would appreciate it if you could add the same model in women's when cutting them in half. Thanks, bro.

@slashwhatever Ай бұрын

I had the previous version of these. Super comfy but after 10 months of nothing more than dog walking a couple of miles per day, the fabric area over my toenail wore through, compromising the water proofing. Hoka were actually very good about it - asked me to take photos and then agreed a full refund, no questions asked. I wouldn't buy them again though. Knowing that for that money I have likely less than a year of pretty light use just doesn't make economic sense to me.

@matthewwheeler9086 Ай бұрын

What about the inov-8 line? How do they compare?

@jeremyk1060 Ай бұрын

No Solomons in the hiking boot show down?

@jamesbruce Ай бұрын

I want to love Hoka, but two issues for me that make me choose Altra, Too Narrow, and lateral stability. All that squish not great on sidehill off camber. Also, a minor issue is that cactus spines go right through the sole.