I just found out I can get Hokas locally, quite pumped about that but I have reservations. I looked online at a promo explaining the various types and what they do. Obviously I would be looking at the bondi ones or the evo stinsons. My real question is... do I do enough running and miles to justify getting them, provided of course I find them to my liking. My other problem is will they contain my foot well enough. I never saw anything about them containing a pronation bar, which is one of the things I look for in a shoe as I do overpronate. I am kind of assuming that they would be ok because of the way the shoe envelopes your foot and heel and has the extra cushioning as well as a good kickoff. I know it will most likely be Joel and Nick who give me my responses as they both use them.
I add an insert to my Hoka's. I know that is slightly against what they want the shoe to do, let your foot sink into the cushion, but I like a structured inside. I get them for the soft ride and durability. I injured my Achilles once before, so I dont want it to get stretched again. The insert helps keep it lifted slightly and out of trouble.
Now, I started off with the Bondi B's. Love them. I have 700 miles on them now. They are starting to hurt a little from impact, what use to come with 300 miles on Saucony's, so i have a new pair coming tomorrow. I am trying the Stinson Evo's. They have a little more structure to them and might last a little longer. I didnt go Stinson Evo "Tarmac" since those have a super flat outer sole and wont allow for any trail. I have read review that the regular Stinson with the trail tread is good for both off and on road.
If you are looking for structure, you might like the Stonson's. I have not run in them yet, but Nick says they are a little stiffer. Might be good for you. It is a wash for me since I put an insert in mine anyway. I like for my arch to be 100% support all the time from Superfeet Inserts.
I know you can get them locally and I like to support local shops. Ask if they have a return guarantee. Nick and I buy ours from Boulder Running Company. They offer a no questions, money back within 90 days. That is why Im trying the Stinson's risk free.
Yes, that $170 price tag is steep, but I have gotten double the miles out of 1 pair then my old shoes. They retailed at $110 but Id find them for about $80 on amazon.
If you want the best shoe on the market, buy Hoka. I have zero post leg fatigue in my joints and most muscle groups. You should at least give them a shot.
Nick told me a long time ago, either you love them or hate them.... but I have never met anyone that hated them (probably one of those minimalist runners).
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