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BuyVery good (81/100)
Scores better than 63% of all shoes.
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Overall
Very good (81/100)
Overall rating
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Better Shoes Rating
Very good (81/100)
Compared To Other Shoes
Scores better than 63% of shoes
Compared with all shoes
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Excellent (93/100)
Cushioning rating
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Better Shoes Rating
Excellent (93/100)
Compared To Other Shoes
Scores better than 90% of shoes
Compared with all shoes
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Very good (84/100)
Durability rating
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Better Shoes Rating
Very good (84/100)
Compared To Other Shoes
Scores better than 72% of shoes
Compared with all shoes
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Very good (84/100)
Comfort rating
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Better Shoes Rating
Very good (84/100)
Compared To Other Shoes
Scores better than 71% of shoes
Compared with all shoes
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Good (74/100)
Appearance rating
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Better Shoes Rating
Good (74/100)
Compared To Other Shoes
Scores better than 44% of shoes
Compared with all shoes
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Average (66/100)
Value rating
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Better Shoes Rating
Average (66/100)
Compared To Other Shoes
Scores better than 21% of shoes
Compared with all shoes
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Reviewers said this shoe was better than another shoe they ran in.
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Scores better than 63% of 2,617 running shoes.
Very good
Daily Trainers
Scores better than 63% of 1,872 daily trainers.
63%
HOKA
Scores better than 46% of 137 HOKA shoes.
46%
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4 reader ratings
Showing 1–4 of 4 written reviews
Anonymous runner · Dec 11, 2024
4/5
Overall
The Hoka Skyward X is a wonderful show for high mileage runs and recovery runs alike. For both the midsole really cushions the impact so making it easier on the body.
Anonymous runner · Dec 3, 2024
4/5
Overall
After almost 400 miles on ASICS Superblast, it was time for a replacement long run shoe that would keep my feet fresh for 18+ mile runs. The Superblast 2 was sold out so I couldn't just re-purchase the best shoe ever made. My local running store had a demo with Mizuno, but they didn't have my size for purchase in the Neo Vista. In a pinch before a weekend trip where I needed to pack a long-run shoe, I was sold on the Skyward X, with the promise that I could return them in 30 days if I wasn't completely satisfied. Spoiler: I kept them. There was definitely a break-in period, but after about 30 miles on the shoe, they broke in nicely. Like the Superblast, I can use them for anything from recovery days because of the high stack, to Tempo workouts because of the snappy plate. They're a bit heavy for interval workouts but could be used as a one-trick pony if you don't want to invest in an entire rotation. They're no Superblast 1, but they come damn close.
Braavo Furgi · Dec 3, 2024
5/5
Overall
I'm 70 years old and due to my many years of running need extremely cushioned shoes nowadays. I like the fact that the heel lift is not as extreme as many of the other trainers.
Anonymous runner · Nov 6, 2024
4/5
Overall
I always wanted to try a carbon plated shoe in the shoe rotation and this turned out to be an excellent choice. I have only done one long run in it so I don't have a great feel about the long runs yet, but on 5k, 10k, Half-marathon distance they feel awesome. I actually see an improvement in my speed.
The Cons:
- There is no broad (2E) size in these shoes, so I had to go a size up to get a decent fit.- It feels a little unstable on the turns. You have to be carful when you go through a turn as it feels as if the show will slip offThe Pros:
- The feedback from the carbon plate is real- Awesome cushioning. Please keep in mind its not race legal so as long as you are not in the pro category you should be fine.
