Hoka Bondi 8 | FULL REVIEW | Fat Bottom Fun

[@killernp1317]

I love these shoes. As a bigger guy who is getting back into jogging, this has been a godsend. I bought these and a pair of Pegasus 39s last week and I much prefer this Bondi 8 for jogging for a bigger fella like myself

[@robertschwartz3675]

I actually use Bondi's even when running tempo and intervals as they seem to protect my knees from the increased impact of hard runs. Everyone says you don't use them for fast runs , and I am sure there are faster shoes for that but my legs do the work anyways, not the shoes.

[@saysoun752]

The shoes does most of the work but, your legs have to be able to take the impact of each stride. You might run faster in another shoe but, you'll definitely feel it right after and especially the next couple of days.

[@fudbeer1]

Have worn Bondi for years.People misunderstand what the shoe is for.Its got loads of cushion but its not super soft.This is because its designed for long easy runs.If you run over an hour then you will feel as good in the first mile as the last.If I do the same in say the clifton then although it feels super soft to start with after an hour you start to lose a lot of that feel and it almost feels like its bottoming out a little.Having said that if the shoe has got narrower again this is a backward step.Early Hoka's had that issue and despite only having a slightly above average width foot I still have to wear the wide versions.

[@jacke.bleichjr.3594]

Nailed it!!! 🔥🔥🔥 Well said! 👋👋👋 PS4L!!! 💯💯💯

[@bpg201]

Bondi 4 was the first Hoka I ever tried. I just wanted to see what all the hype was about. And yeah, it was a really nice and comfortable shoe. I've tried other Hokas.....but have had fit issues and blister problems. Generally I'm more a minimalist shoe guy than max cushion....so probably don't need to add this one to the collection. Plus I promised my wife I'd try to curb my shoe purchase addiction. The struggle is real....

[@zerofox2967]

I have the original bandi 6. Four years later they are now showing wear down! I must have an invincible pair. I use them at work in the operating room, walking, running, paintball, trail and daily ware. I'm excited about buying the bandi 8. Thank you for the review.

[@beagle249]

I've got over 900 miles on my second pair of Bondi 7's which I use for mostly for hiking & walking. Great durability!

[@christinewaters7977]

very jealous of this experience! I love the Bondi but using them for my everyday work completely destroys them - I get a new pair every 6 months but really they show a lot of wear for me by month 4. Frustrating (and expensive) since they're the only shoe that I can be virtually pain free in. I'm hoping the slightly different construction of these 8s somehow help.

[@geraldoc6482]

standing by patiently in the novablast 3 waiting room

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

After recovery from broken foot and ankle, I tried out Hoka shoes after a buddy raved about his that helped his plantar fascitis issues. I tried the Hoka Bondi 7 did not like the feel but loved the Hoka Bondi 8 and got those. Feel better than the expensive orthotics I spent $500 in shoes from podiatrist.

[@popoporiBN]

I just got this shoes to replace my 2 year old Skechers and even older Asics. I love it instantly when i put it on and did some steps in the store. Was considering(and tried the fit) of Asics Gel Kayano 30, Nimbus 25, GT 2000 for the price, but Bondi 8 just take the podium for me right away. I am beginner runner, 2.4 - 5km few times a week. I cannot wait to test it out tomorrow!

[@josephvincello8962]

I’ll pay Brandon $1000 to reduce his use of the word “like” by at least 50%.

[@NT-or9wh]

Shakes his head too much and needs better eye contact too.

[@bballerforever]

They both like say “like” frequently unconsciously.

[@omarcortez9394]

Yes it’s bad communication

[@UAE78]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@reelgreens4127]

Like and cool are both hideously overused in modern language

[@easycore90241]

I just purchased this specific version, the Bondi 8, and they fit true to size, not narrow at all. Not as tight or narrow as I thought given this review, in fact they have some room. I have normal width feet, and these fit perfect. For reference, I am a size 10 in asics kayano and addidas ultra boost and size 9.5 in Jordan 1s. Big fan of the channel. These have a plush firm feel, which is exactly what I was looking for. Rotating btw these and the nike pegasus for shorter runs.

[@keithinman9859]

Do you like these better then the kayano?

[@easycore90241]

@@keithinman9859 i do, alot more cushion but they sit slightly higher and thus, a bit less stable.

[@ChrisXMetal]

I wonder if the wide option of the Bondi 8 would help or if it is overall still a narrow fitting shoe?

[@sixkings7831]

I use them for running but I also use them for work. I’m a nurse and I work 16 hour shifts and I wouldn’t be able to work as much as I do 2:13 without them.

[@WilsonXc12]

If I’m normally just a wide (2e) should I go for the 4e?

[@evy684]

I love that you talked about the width of the shoe, on top. I love Bondi. But it really helps me that you talked about how roomy or not it is. Because sometimes I need a wide. So now I know that I will have to order a wide width in the 8. Thanks

[@aliamr6903]

You didn't mention the 4mm heel drop! I think that's the most important feature because there are not a lot of shoes with a 4mm drop and this drop is suitable for a lot of people!

[@nevilmarquez6366]

Own 3 pair of the 7s. That's how much I like the shoe. Recently purchased a pair of 8. My only complaint is I had to go up a half size. But still very comfortable, especially if your a big guy like me. Will be buying another pair soon.

[@markspinozzi2882]

I'm flat footed so stability is a must. Could I get away using this as a stability shoe? I've heard a couple of reviews that I can.

[@TuvaLorentse]

You can!

[@Maggieokeefevideo]

how do you compare to 7? cushion wise thanks

[@brucemihalick4117]

Great review of my favorite shoe, I myself was never a max cushion person either. Mostly I ran in the Wave Rider. But over the last 4 years I use the bondi and love it ! Thank you

[@randenlewis152]

How does it compare to fresh foam more v3?

[@vlagtr]

Bought these to fix my gait. Noticed in most athletic shoes i was wearing out the edges of the shoe. Once i started doing my in research i found i was buying stability shoes when i should've been buying balanced/plush neutral shoes. Still working on a heel to toe drop i might be comfortable with but, after having the bondi 8, i don't think i want more than a 6mm drop shoe due to my supination. These are wearing more evenly on the sole and have not bottomed out for me like other shoes. I use them for walking the dogs multiple times a day and retail work where I'm not only on my feet anywhere from 8-12 hours a days, but also when we process our shipment on a daily basis. They have done me well.

[@teng029]

Hokas have always fit more on the narrow side for me, and I don't have wide feet. This has been my main problem with the brand.

[@senorgrowdog]

Agree 100%

[@madsolesen2883]

Get the wide version?

[@hokaoneonesverige5772]

Available in both wide and extra wide versions.

[@saysoun752]

Never really noticed as I tend to think I have a wider foot but they fit perfectly for me. Nikes, on the other hand, are super narrow. Maybe because I switch back and forth with Nikes, Asics and New Balance that Hokas seems wide.

[@juntakosan]

I had the same problem when I went to try on the Clifton 8 at the store. Luckily they had the wide size that I needed and they fit perfectly.

[@michaelturner6030]

Love the colors (even in extra wide), but I actually don't like a super soft feel. How does the plushness of the Bondi 8 compare to the NB FF More v3 (which is too squishy for me)?

[@wilfredo-teyrosalesfotos]

I see the team’s video post, I like first, watch, get a few good laughs from the reviews and then pass the knowledge 🤜🏾🤛🏻

[@dariomerli7727]

Do you know when the blue model will be avaiable? On the hoka website it is not possibile to pre-order it

[@orion5813]

wonder which one out of the Bondi 8 and the Fresh Foam more v4 will be better

[@almostaverageroger]

Would you recommend this to someone with over pronated flat feet?

[@manuel_877]

Good mornning Believe in the run and all the runners. Second Like!!!! A nice week for everyone. ☀️🏃‍♂️☀️

[@blackops44711]

I just picked up a pair in the wide version. Awesome. First pair of Hokas. Bondi 8 wide version.

[@goat8252]

They are $200 in Canada 🇨🇦 I wish they came in all black I have the 7 wondering if I should go with the Clifton 8

[@stephenvincent4989]

Yes, great review however having purchased 4 different colorways in the 7 and finding that model just perfect for my foot shape, I might pass on the 8.

[@CHEF_DALL]

what about arch pain? is it fixed Bondi 8?

[@carterstevens2115]

No shoe gives arch support. If your having arch pain look at getting an insole.

[@steffpeeters]

Get an insole

[@theflyerpr40d]

It seem the Foam on the Clifton is softer, is the foam on this new Bondi 8 like that compound. Or is still stiffer than Clifton? Thanks!

[@nathanarizona6135]

This is like, the most like, use of the word like I've like heard in like some time. Though I like the info given. Like, I like, like mostly.

[@manueltan8962]

Great Review.....Is it coming in Wide or Extra wide like before ?

[@Chase3141]

Definitely coming in wide. The men’s probably will have extra wide but idk about the women’s.

[@hum-dinger2453]

@@Chase3141 And will still be too narrow

[@Jan.V.B]

@@hum-dinger2453 how wide are your feet?

[@hum-dinger2453]

@@Jan.V.B i need a New balance type 4EE. i am hearing that the bondi 8 does have a wide base but that the bondi 8 seems to fit snugger in the forefoot

[@garybowes6284]

My grandfather was a coal delivery man and he used Clydesdales.

[@DAjugRnaut]

I haven't run in the bondi since bondi 5. The cushion was amazing but my left foot would get a long cut/blister on the medial side of the foot about 3 inches long. I couldn't do more than 3 miles before my foot would start hurting. I have heard this to be an issue in other Hokas. Does anyone have any experience with these newer models to see if that problem was fixed. Thanks!

[@fudbeer1]

I wear extra wide in bondi 7 and its just wide enough and my feet are only slightly wide.Bondi is a very narrow shoe for me I dont even need wide fit in other brands.7 is my favorite shoe ever though.

[@damonbonnett6983]

and that the issue with Hoka now, everything is going narrow, even the models you think would be geared for wide feet runners.

[@NothingMaster]

SHOULD?!?! FYI: Hoka Bondi’s aren’t projected for running. They are incredibly comfortable walking shoes, they really shine at slower speeds.

[@drr7774]

It's a shame they went so backwards with the aesthetics, they used to minimize the huge heel appearance through their styling/color. Now it just screams platform shoe.

[@slavasss2189]

I dont care if platform is wide, if the shoe itself is very narrow and pointy, even in 2e width....

[@davidrosenthal5795]

They don’t care that you don’t care. Lucky for you, if you need more width, try the 4e. :-)

[@slavasss2189]

@@davidrosenthal5795 i just go with Altra and thats it...hoka not make all shoes in even 2e, and in 4e probably just 1 model, bоndi, which is always out of stock

[@robertmorgan2219]

I tried the Bondi 6 and it was WAY TOO NARROW to the point where I returned them. They INJURED my feet and I’ve never worn wide shoes. Ended up getting New Balance 1080V and WOW they are even more plush. The guy saying the Bondi platform felt stiff was the same feeling I got in the Bondi 6. ALSO of note is that New Balance insole is more plush than the Bondi and makes a huge difference, beyond the Outsole stack height

[@tayp.669]

They have different options for width.

[@visceraeyes525]

@@tayp.669 yeah i think theyre the only hokas that actually go up to 4e (extra wide)

[@fad3awayentertainment141]

Do you recommend this for walking a lot for overweight people?

[@Laolu90]

Yes

[@Kaisersozze]

What's the difference between the mens and the womens aside from the color? Is the foam softer for the womens? Thinking of just getting the womens version if the colors are better.

[@Believeintherun]

There is no difference

[@Kaisersozze]

@@Believeintherun Interesting, thanks!

[@kinsells123]

The first and last Hoka shoes that I will purchase. It is like running in soft sand, and these runners managed to knock 1 minute/km off my average run time. They just suck the life from your legs as you increase time and kms. I would avoid these shoes for anyone that 1) enjoys running and 2) wants to keep enjoying running. Where they might add value is for recovery days, or for people that are training for an event that has them running through knee deep mud or in very soft sand across sand dunes. I am a heavy runner (90kg+) that runs 50km+ each week, and have not had an injury in about 5 years. These shoes changed that. My knees and ankles were inflamed and sore for days after running a slow 10km. I usually wear Saucony or On Cloud shoes, and have recently switched back...and the muscle soreness disappeared...and my times magically came back up to my normal average!! They are OK and comfortable for wearing around the house as a pair of slippers, but as a shoe for running - i would not recommend.

[@christiankeil7845]

For me they are all pretty much the same. Mach, Clifton, Bondi etc. I can't really tell the difference any more. I am confused

[@manueltan8962]

yes goes along with the NB Fresh Foam More V3

[@chrisvarelabenitez4690]

What shoe will last longer… bondi or Mach 5?

[@danneh8777]

Bondi

[@flankman9385]

I think you should say “like” more.

[@mississippimotoman2238]

Does this come in the 2E and 4E like previous versions ?

[@cherylgayheart4217]

Great video Brandon! You’ve really perfected your vlog persona! Always love the reviews with Meghan!

[@LofotenDoc]

Great video I am about go see. I guess ❤️

[@iamakashpatil]

Does bondi8 is wider than bondi7 ?

[@stefanconstantinescu1576]

I have Bondi 6 and 7 for running and Clifton 7 and 8 for daily use. I can't put smh else in my feet I like more Bondi 6 and Clifton 7, they are more confortable

[@Life_of_Gavin]

I tried a Hoka Vanquish years ago and it felt like I was running in quick sand. I’ve never tried the Bondi though. I presume it would be much the same as the Vanquish.

[@proximacentaur1654]

05:20 lol yes the bondi 7 felt like a massive slab of shoe. my whole foot was hitting the ground simultaneously.

[@mr-w4812]

Great job guys. Might give this shoe a go when it hits the UK.

[@cameronmueller]

Discounted right now on REI!

[@seththomas8448]

Shoe looks great recently got a pair of hokas for the first time and like them a lot but I can see where some may need a firmer shoe with some response back on their stride. Anyone know what hat that is Brandon is wearing?

[@drewslate]

Ciele Athletics. Not sure which one. Ciele hats are great.

[@jim6070]

Tried them on yesterday, very comfortable and stable, but they look strange like clown shoes.

[@JohnnysTrainVideos]

I have 3 pairs. Getting ready for #4

[@rituhanda997]

Can we use Bondi for gyms and running?

[@stephfromnj]

following

[@saysoun752]

Time to update to the Bondi 8 as I generally have at least 2 - 3 pairs waiting and I'm down to 3 pairs of 7 with 1 of them about to die on me.

[@steveflor9942]

I have Bondi 7 10.5 2E and still get blisters... Narrowed the toe box...? Oh, well. Sure looks nice, though.

[@royjohnson9043]

how to size in this compared to bondi 7?

[@garysailors]

When I found the Bondi 7 for $43 I had to snag it and, frankly, was disappointed. Took it for a 10 mile easy run and came away with toe pain from cramped toes, a blister on the bottom of my right toe (I never blister!) and lots of aggravation of my plantar fasciitis while on the run. That shoe is going up on eBay soon. Seeing no reason here to give the 8 a try.

[@kitkatBruck]

Why should I like and subscribe "before we start this video"? First click on this channel, stopped at the 9 seconds mark.

[@brewlovinrunner]

Hoka would be the best shoes if they weren’t so narrow. I’ll stick to Topo.

[@fatboy5926]

4:37 what are some examples of super light super shoes?

[@fatboy5926]

Is that like vaperflys and that type of stuff?

[@randischlecht5515]

Had ankle surgery back in July, according to the second opinion, doctor found a broken screw and recommended to get a pair of Hoka Bondi, tried on a pair, totally different from what used to wear, but very awesome and very comfortable

[@JayHrabosky1]

I work in footwear and I can’t tell you how many times people have said the bondi gives a pressure point on the inside of the arch (me included). Usually it’s on one foot which is weird aswell. I have the narrowest feet so width isn’t the issue. For female customers having this issue I have given them a mens hoka due to the different arch placement. A woman’s wife still doesn’t work for them so again it isn’t width. I still don’t have a solution for men besides using an insert but I feel that takes away from the hoka feel. Bummer.

[@chrisreyes7326]

Finally have about 400 miles in my Bondi 6's (wide version, usually run in Altra and Topo) and the midsole really does nothing for me at this point. Seeing how narrow the 8 is I don't think I'll be going back

[@davidrosenthal5795]

That’s cool you already have a pair and tried them. Sorry you didn’t like them. I am jealous.

[@manueltan8962]

Good for you, My Bondai 6's upper split up around 300 miles

[@bernynavidad889]

what model of altra and topo do you have? Thanks in advance!

[@robertschwartz3675]

The 8's have wide and extra wide.

[@SteevWho]

The only reason I even watched this was because of the sub header, Fat Bottom Fun.

[@kjam87gxp]

I need those

[@ingloriouspancake7529]

I dunno, I feel like they are sleeping on this shoe. You can run fast with it. It supports your shoe. I don’t think their opinion is that accurate towards it’s just a recovery shoe.

[@derkiealfonso2393]

Like.. its just like, and sort like, ahh like. That's why you ask us to like. Ok like.. like.. like..

[@stoicrunner2757]

Tempted to try the Bondi but will bide my time for the More v4.

[@hum-dinger2453]

Yea More v4 will be an instaBuy. But Hoka refusing to widen their shoes is a pure failure on their part.

[@sidanx7887]

I’ll take more Cush

[@gfrm456]

Got a 7 in wide, hopefully they bring the wide for the 8 too

[@robertschwartz3675]

Wide and extra wide

[@leonardobejarano1977]

Not soft at all! Not plush at all!the review is misleading specially for lighter people. I weight 190 lbs and this has no bounce at all!

[@coolbluetoo]

Bozo called - he wants his shoes back.

[@eightch1980]

These are not that soft. For being Hokas most cushioned shoe I’m not impressed.

[@user-mc3ih8es8u]

Don’t like the guy in the video, very arrogant and stating the obvious 90% of the time.

[@melissamcclurg5276]

This has not came out yet thee 8

[@superfast30]

Its like, yeah like, like um yeah.....like......

[@nathaniel23946]

First like!!! 👍🏼

[@KriticullCTRL]

Wowwww!

[@SimonSez83]

@@KriticullCTRL you're just jealous

[@barryv1314]

like, like, like

[@markkendhammer5932]

Any word on the Clifton 9 or the Rincon 4?

[@stevestarr9769]

Once they stop making shoes shaped like a torpedo and start making them shaped like the human foot, I'll buy a Hoka.

[@AGC828]

Her "wide foot". You guys mention that everytime she's in a video. I have to wonder if you're making something out of nothing? The feamle foot shape is typically a "triangle" vs the male foot which is "rectangular". Most shoes on the market oddly are made for the male foot. They just add "feminine colour ways" and say it''s a "woman's" shoe. A few companies recently have started making true women's shoes. Actually shoes like the Nike Vaporfly is a "woman's shoe" :) Wide forefoot with a narrow heel. :) What we've been doing is making guys run in "heels" :)) ....high 40mm heel height/narrow heel outsolde. You'd think women running in the Vaporfly would do better than men :)) You'd think companies would get a "trace" of female feet BACK IN THE DAY when they began making "girls/women's" runners....logical no?? :) Did Nike and HOKA not do that when making eheir first shoe for men? For each size....get a sample of 50 guys with size 9.5 feet...etc.

[@eightch1980]

Brickish is right.

[@Icecold185]

“Like”

[@PatrickBateman191]

Like… maybe… like… like, yeah something like, I dunno, like euuu like…. Yeah like

[@eightch1980]

This seems like a walking shoe to me.

[@NolanCreeley-s3k]

Kunde Park

[@prod1gy305]

For being classified as a comfort shoe it has absolutely zero right being so narrow. It’s why i’ve never been able to wear the Bondi’s 😞

[@robertschwartz3675]

They have had a wide version for years and now have wide and xtra-wide.

[@asamisato876]

Nobody needa like the vid bc the gent already contributes too many likes

[@小虎王-h4f]

On9

[@richtorres5115]

The shoe is gross!!

[@SimonSez83]

Too many fckin likes bro.

[@zeusfajardo9800]

Good running shoes. Two bad shoe reviewers.

[@zeusfajardo9800]

@@etho98 Oh I do. But do you have a good recipe for a better joke? So excited