I bought my first pair of Hoka’s in 2015 and have been hooked ever since! Since I talk about them pretty much all the time, I also get asked which kind would be best for you guys and they’re all so different depending on what you want!
I’ll give you a little overview on five of their most popular styles below but here is also a little collage of some cute outfit ideas to pair your Hoka’s with. You can find all of these items on Backcountry!
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Here is the lowdown on the different kinds (fun fact! They’re all named after beaches!):
ARAHI
These are the ones I wear! They’re a more stable shoe and will help if you pronate at all when you run or walk. If you don’t know if you pronate, I highly suggest you go into a local running store and have them see which would be best for you. If you’re local to SLC, go to Salt Lake Running Company and have them video you running on the treadmill. That’s what they did with me and that’s how I know I need Arahi’s!
BONDI
Bondi is a neutral shoe with a ton of cushioning. If you have bad knees or are maybe getting a little older, Bondi’s are great to give you more cushioning in each step. You can see how they are thicker in their sole!
CLIFTON
Clifton’s are for sure the most popular out of all of the Hoka’s. They’re the ones you’ll see Outdoor Voices, Free People etc. selling because they are a great neutral shoe with neutral cushioning. If you need a good starter shoe, I’d start here with the Clifton!
RINCON
The Rincon is another neutral shoe with the least amount of cushioning and is by far the lightest shoe. It is also the best value because it’s on the cheaper end of the Hoka’s! It also has a super slim tongue that can sometimes go off-kilter during longer runs which can bother some people.
KAWANA
The Kawana is definitely the most versatile. It is an “omnivore shoe” meaning that it is more geared towards cross-training and offers moderate stability and a higher cushion. The sole on the Kawana is a little tackier than the other road shoes, which is helpful for gym floors.
Hope that helps you guys decide which would be best for you!
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-Liv
