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Hoka Shoe Review

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:A review and comparison of Hoka running shoes}}
The [http://www.zappos.com/hoka-one-one Hoka] shoes started the 'maximum cushioning, minimum drop' style of shoe with their thick, softly cushioned soles. They reduce the pounding on the soles of your feet, but they are not without their downsides. The Hokas are one of my [[Shoes| recommended running shoes]], but I think the [[Altra Olympus ]]/[[Altra Pardigm]] is a 'better Hoka'. However, highly cushioned shoes are not without their downsides and [[Are your running shoes injuring you| may be responsible for some running injuries]]. I've included some recommendations to help you evaluate if Hokas are right for you.
=Introduction=
Hoka One One, pronounced "Hoka O-nay O-nay", means "now it is time to fly" in [http://www.maoridictionary.co.nz/index.cfm?dictionaryKeywords=hoka&search.x=0&search.y=0&n=1&idiom=&phrase=&proverb=&loan= Maori]. These shoes have midsoles that are much thicker and softer than traditional shoes. The soles are also wider to prevent the higher soles making the shoes unstable, like stilts. However, the sole is not as thick as it appears from the outside, as you can see from the image below. The foam in the midsole comes up the sides of the shoe much higher.
I'd suggest getting your shoes from somewhere with free shipping both ways, like [http://www.zappos.com/ Zappos], who also have one of the best selections of Hoka shoes I've found. (While [http://www.roadrunnersports.com/ Road Runner Sports] has the advantage of letting you run in shoes and still return them for an exchange, they don't stock Hokas.)
=Comparison of the Shoes in the Hoka Range=
For a comparison of To put the Hoka rangeinto a wider context, see the [[Shoes| review of the best running shoes]].* '''[[Hoka Bondi]].''' Of all the Hoka shoes I've tried, the various Bondi shoes (Bondi B, Bondi 2, Bondi 3 and Bondi Speed) are my favorites. Like all Hokas, the Bondi has a horribly small toe box, it's easily [[Shoe Modification| modified]]. * '''[[Hoka Stinson]].''' The Stinson is a little heavier and thicker than the Bondi variants, and is available in road and trail versions.* '''[[Hoka Mafate]].''' The Mafate is a huge shoe, and the heaviest and thickest of the Hokas.* '''[[Hoka Conquest]].''' While this is as big and heavy as a [[Hoka Bondi]], the overly firm foam rulings the shoe.* '''Hoka Rapa Nui.''' The Rapa Nui 2 is lighter, thinner and a little cheaper than the other Hokas, but I found it even firmer than the Conquest. In fact, the Adidas Energy Boost feels far more cushioned to me, though it does not offer the same level of protection from stones or uneven surfaces.