HOKA 2025 Road Line Up Introduction
Initially, the brand which stood alone as being the purveyors of maximally cushioned, super soft shoes now find themself in an ever crowded marketplace. However, with every brand now pumping out mushy marshmallow midsoles like a S’mores production line, what in the HOKA 2025 road line up that makes them stand out?
HOKA Cielo X 1 2.0 Preview
• Category: Road
• Stack: 48mm
• Drop: 7mm
• Weight: 228g | 8.0oz
• Price: $275
• Release date: February 2025
If you are looking for a fast, race focussed shoe to push your PBs, the Cielo X 1 2.0 could be the shoe you are after. First, a redesigned rocker which leaves the midsole with barely a flat point to be seen is the highlight. Then, the full peba midsole contains a carbon plate for propulsion and cutouts to reduce weight for peak performance.
Furthermore, the upper has also had a redesign which may be a bonus for those who were disappointed with the fit of the original version. While at 228g it isn’t in hyper shoe territory but it promises a lively ride as the jewel in the crown of the HOKA 2025 road line up.
You can find out in February 2025 if you have $275 burning a hole in your pocket!
HOKA Clifton 10 Preview
• Category: Road
• Stack: 42mm
• Drop: 8mm
• Weight: 278g | 9.8oz
• Price: $150
• Release date: April 2025
This update is for all the runners who liked the ride of the Clifton, but hated how it lost its cushion over time. Overall, the Clifton 10 keeps the signature stability and smoothness you love, but with a big boost in longevity in a 278g package.
There’s now more foam under the heel and the 42mm stack in the heel and 34mm in the forefoot equates to a new drop for the Clifton at 8mm. Consequently, that elevated stance is going to take pressure off the Achilles and hopefully get you running for many more miles in the Clifton 10.
To those who wanted their shoes to run like a HOKA for longer, say hello to the Clifton 10, coming out in April 2025 for $150.
HOKA Bondi 9 Preview
• Category: Road
• Stack: 43mm
• Drop: 5mm
• Weight: 298g | 10.5oz
• Price: $170
• Release date: January 2025
Next, HOKA ’s ultra-plush Bondi is back with some exciting updates in its 9th iteration, and it’s more comfortable than ever. Known for being “the shoe of the people,” the Bondi has long been the go-to for runners and anyone on their feet for long hours, thanks to its legendary cushioning and all-day comfort.
This time, he Bondi 9 takes that comfort even further. With a higher stack height of 43mm in the heel and 38mm in the forefoot and a 5mm drop, you’re getting more plushness underfoot for those long strides or all-day wear. Overall it is a real workhorse in the HOKA 2025 road line up.
HOKA isn’t chasing lightness by adding more foam. They’re chasing what they call “the right weight”. Weighing in at 297 grams for a men’s size 10, the Bondi 9 delivers the foam-packed ride you crave.
You can slip into these clouds on January 15, 2025 for $170.
HOKA Challenger 8 Preview
In Fall/Winter 2025, HOKA is releasing a new version of its well-loved road to trail shoe, the Challenger. It gets the same updated fit and feel as the new Clifton. Consequently, borrowing the same mechanical foot last in the production process. However, the difference is that it is trail ready. A great fit for urban trails, road to trails and moderate trails.
HOKA Arahi 8 Preview
Another shoe worth a mention for Fall/Winter 2025 is the new version of HOKA ‘s stability shoe. The Arahi comes with an H-shaped frame that helps stabilise the footstrike.
HOKA Mach X3 Preview
Finally, the popular tempo day Mach X 3 will also see a few great updates this Fall/Winter 2025. This pebax plated trainer keeps the best of the Mach X 2 outsole, but gets a new upper, namely with a new lined collar to improve on comfort and avoid heel rubbing. With that, we can wrap up the HOKA 2025 road line up.
