Hoka, I give up. What shoe now? - Triathlon Forum - Slowtwitch …
WEBJun 3, 2024 · Hi all. I’m a competitive 50-54 age grouper with dicey knees. Hoka shoes helped. When they released the Rocket X2, it was a game changer. It was easy on my knees and fast AF. I think Hoka has completely lost their way. A new model every week, but nothing geared to sprint/oly distances at a fast pace. The X2 is a GREAT shoe. Mine are …
Hoka shoes and rolling ankles?: Triathlon Forum: Slowtwitch Forums
WEBAug 29, 2013 · Observations: 1) The wide platform is stable, protecting from rolling an ankle. But, if you do roll it, there is a lot of leverage and sprains are more severe than on a lower shoe. I have "problem" ankles and have rolled them three times in my Hokas, taking me out for 6-8 weeks each time. 2) I hate the unisex last.
Anybody Have No Luck with Hoka Shoes?: Triathlon Forum: …
WEBMay 17, 2013 · Post #22 of 91 (40536 views) bsherman wrote: There is enough positive feedback on the Hoka's that I am tempted to give them a try. I am 5'10", 150 lbs, 53 yrs old. I have been injury prone for almost 2 years now, mostly lateral knee issues. I have also been through many different types of shoes and inserts without any relief.
Hoka adding SuperCritical EVA to their Shoes in 2022
WEBTheStroBro December 5, 2021, 5:44pm 1. Three Shoes will have mid-soles that in-part feature a HOKA specific SCEVA compound that they call ProFlyX. Both the Road and Trail Product Line Managers discussed the 2022 line of …
Plantar Fasciitis - Hoka shoes a solution? - Triathlon Forum ...
WEBApr 26, 2013 · Despite their huge cushioning, the Hoka’s have minimal drop (like 4-5mm). That’s gonna tighten up your calves and pf even more if you’re not used to it. Most trainers are 8-11mm, and that’s probably what you’re used to. Going to a lower drop shoe will likely aggravate the pf.
Hoka data on the midsole "S" "V" "W" - forum.slowtwitch.com
WEBJan 17, 2022 · Hello. On recent Hoka shoes, on the medial side of the midsole, some data appears : S with 2 numbers V with 1 number W with 1 number (or C 001 if a carbon plate) W (weight) indicate the weight in grams for size 9 (for men shoes). This is coherent with all shoes I checked. V (volume) apparently indicate the volume of the midsole in cm3 for …
Hoka Skyward X - Running - Slowtwitch Forum
WEBApr 25, 2024 · Went on sale yesterday or today. I ordered a pair and should have them next week. Looking forward to trying them out. I said in another thread these shoes are going to be a potential problem at IM and other tri races because people love their Hokas and these are illegal at 48mm of stack. Folks are going to love them when training in them and will …
Is the new Hoka Mach X2 legal for racing? - Running - Slowtwitch …
WEBRunning. The_GMAN September 12, 2024, 11:46am 1. Supposedly a 44mm heel, 39mm forefoot stack for men but 38/33 for women. Reviews I’ve read said they are still race legal but it seems it goes against the World Athletics’ Technical Requirements for Athletic Shoes (Regulation 10 and Appendix 3). The 40mm rule.
Hoka One One negative effects? - Triathlon Forum - Slowtwitch …
WEBJul 10, 2014 · Triathlon Forum. agingvter July 10, 2014, 1:05pm 1. I am wondering whether anyone has experienced pain after switching to Hoka One Ones. I recently picked up a pair of Bondi B’s (at a great price) and was really excited to run in them. I had been running in Asics Landreth 7’s (discontinued, but like a Cumulus) and was experiencing some knee ...
How much slower are Hoka shoes for doing speedwork?
WEBnpage148 January 23, 2014, 4:25am 3. Well they are the fastest 10 Oz shoe on the market so unless you are use to wearing racing flats or a lightweight trainer for speed work you should be fine. . I’ve been wearing the Hoka Bondis for awhile now. Because on an injury it’s the only shoe I can wear at the moment.