Hoka Women's Running Shoes Buying Guide
Find the right Women's HOKA Running Shoes for you. From your first mile to your next marathon, there are a pair of HOKA shoes to fit your running style.
Women's HOKA Running Shoes Features & Key Details
HOKA running shoes feature innovative technology to help provide speed, traction and next-level comfort. Learn more about the three core types of HOKA tech below:
Cushioned Midsoles
Cushioned midsoles give HOKA running shoes their signature comfort and speed. This innovative technology works to absorb shock and provide extra soft landings with a plush spring-back.
MetaRocker
HOKA's curved MetaRocker creates smooth transitions with every step and can be dialed up or down for faster transitions or more stability.
Active Foot Frame
An Active Foot Frame securely cradles your foot with lowered and raised midsole walls to provide added support.
HOKA Running Shoes for Different Surface Types
The right running shoes for you will depend on what surface you most often run on. Women's HOKA running shoes are available in road running styles and trail running styles:
Road Running Shoes are typically lightweight and feature performance-driven design features to help keep you moving on pavement, packed ground and indoor surfaces.
Trail Running Shoes are specifically designed to perform against off-road terrain. Trail running shoes often have denser outsoles for more tread and durability.
Stability Running Shoes vs. Neutral Running Shoes
Stability Running Shoes are typically designed to combat overpronation. With medial support and midsole cushioning, stability running shoes can help distribute impact to minimize overpronation. Some popular women's HOKA running shoes are stability running shoes like HOKA Arahi Running Shoes.
Neutral Running Shoes are designed to support neutral runners and typically feature midsole cushioning and added support for shock absorption. Popular styles include HOKA Bondi Running Shoes and HOKA Clifton Running Shoes.
What is Stack Height?
"Stack height" refers to the distance between your foot and the ground while you are wearing your shoe. Shoes with a high stack height tend to have more cushioning, while low stack height styles tend to provide a more natural running feel. Different HOKA shoe styles have different stack heights which provide varying levels of shock absorption and a different feel.
Are HOKAs good running shoes?
HOKA running shoes have gained popularity for their long-lasting performance, innovative designs and extra comfortable construction. With a variety of designs and colorways, there's a pair of HOKA women's running shoes to match every runner's style.
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