Hoka Skyward X After 200 Miles

[@henya2409]

I received mine today, 15km with 05:20/km for the first ride out of the box and it felt fantastic, I love them. Really comfortable, really protective, fun ride with low heart rate. Surprise of the year for me so far. If you are a heavy runner, definitely give it a try.

[@vaughnmadsen7966]

Sounds exactly what I need. Hopefully mine will arrive tomorrow. As a 55 yrs old doing around 70 to 90km most weeks I'm planning to using them for everything including my park run on Saturday. I few extra grams won't bother me!

[@henya2409]

@@vaughnmadsen7966 You will surely enjoy it!

[@dualranger]

@@vaughnmadsen7966 how are they?

[@robertsandru8131]

I’ve got them yesterday. I managed to hit a 4:44 / km average which is absolutely insane for my current running level. Very comfortable, stable and makes you wanna run more.

[@vaughnmadsen7966]

@robertsandru8131 That's great. I've done about 200km now. They still feeling better every time I run. Was only a few seconds off my pb at the local park run......pb was the week before in saucony pro 3s so I was amazed how fast they are for their weight. Awesome shoes!

[@peterledrew2556]

Agree 👍🏼 And for me at 215lbs with injuries and needing more easy mileage this has been the best I've tried. Too soft isn't ideal for someone my size and it has the right amount of firmness and bounce. Might be my favorite shoe ever. I get why some might not like it but for someone like me worth a try for sure! ❤

[@persistentconsistency]

I am 100% with you brotha! Perfect amount of compliance and stability/firmness without being squishy or harsh. They hit it on the money! I'm 213 myself, so it is super reassuring to see someone my size who feels as strongly about the shoe as I do. Trying my best to find a second shoe to alternate on easy days, but may end up just rocking the Skyward for all easy days, which are all of my days except one tempo or longer run per week. Let me know if you found an alternate! I loved the Neo Vista, but it is super soft and a recent DOR 100-mile review found that the responsiveness disappeared although the softness remained.

[@tuliomartino9976]

We need a between two shoes with Mizuno Neo Vista and Skyward X

[@xyzyyy2969]

+1

[@henya2409]

They are very different, I am not sure it is worth comparing them. Skyward X is a beast soaking up miles and giving you protection and comfort. Neo Vista is giving you pop, speed and fun.

[@persistentconsistency]

Doctors of Running 100-mile review reported that the Neo Vista's responsiveness went flat, although the shoe remained very soft. Not at all what I'm looking for, but geez does the Neo Vista feel incredible! Just unwilling to spring $180 for 100 miles of pleasure lol.

[@ipti8]

A good daily trainer if you have the budget for it. Cool tech that I hope trickles down a bit instead of getting pricier. Thanks for your excellent review as always!

[@michaeldominic2070]

I'm loving my pair so far! Highly recommend!

[@Believeintherun]

Glad you like them!

[@DarkMagician225]

​@@Believeintherun210 lbs looking for the most durable shoe from my weight class. Durability over comfort is my priority, but I'm sure you know something that is and highly comfortable. Would like to keep it under $200 and I'm not into the loud colors, black and dark gray if at all possible. Appreciate your input when you get a chance. Dallas Texas 🇺🇲

[@mikeandkimberlybarella7240]

Great review!!! Love my Skyward Xs too!!! Training for a marathon in mine!

[@gregruns]

Are Thomas & Meg wearing the Coros Pace 3? I don't think they have reviewed this watch, have they? I love this shoe, it's a chunk, but not messy!

[@milesmcglamery3173]

Hopefully a Between 2 Shoes is coming with the Mizuno Neo Vista and the Skyward X! Great review as always.

[@RyKnocks]

I have 50+ miles on the Skyward and took the Neo Vista out for a 5K this morning. Skyward wins for me. The Neo Vista is too soft for my liking, while the Skyward feels lively.

[@matthiassventoest6800]

good stuff.., I think I am going to wait for the skyflow

[@marianadefreitas5104]

I would love to know how does the Skyward X compare to the New Balance SC Trainer V2! I’m so torn between the two!

[@Section501K]

Love the long distance reviews

[@jefffehr7354]

Did you find any rubbing in the arch? I did a 15k in mine after doing a bunch of 5k’s & at like 10k I first noticed how much it was rubbing in my arch. Could only do 15 because the rubbing got that bad. Did I get a bad shoe?

[@MidLifeRunner]

Here for the wicked thumbnail

[@outdoors2476]

That thumbnail...love it 🤣🤣 Thumbnail Meg Podcast Meg. Btw, for that cash, I'd move to an Asics Metaspeed...I know trainer vs race day, but still.

[@roostermiller]

This was awesome. So 200 mile is around 320km. Most of my shoes only last 350 to 400km. Shoes like the the clifton, kinvara, the more v4 etc, due to wear or due to the foam just loosing its cushioning properties. We need a dollar per meterage to see what the real dollar value would be. I have the rebel v4 at 200km at present, I know it will make 400km, at around $200 AUS retail that's 50 cents per km, thats good value.

[@scherry2900]

Just 350 to 400km for the More V4? I have more than 2 times that distance and they are still fine with a lot of cush and bounce 😅 I'm sure i use them up to 1200km and than take the 5's. But i also use all my shoes at least 700km.

[@Aron-t6m]

My running shoes last about 1000km, except most of new balance

[@roostermiller]

Its the way I strike the ground wearing down the lateral edge so the sho becomes unstable also a heavier runner so cushion wears out quicker.. Everyone wears out shoes differently. I'd rather pay for another pair of shoes than deal with injury or medical bills.

[@timwhite8500]

These shoes cost A$370 here in AU

[@BroccLeeAV]

Is it wider than other Hoka shoes? Others I've tried are way too narrow. Speedgoat 5 had a narrow hot spot in the midfoot and always loosened but was a roomier shoe from Hoka for me.

[@Maochan81]

Sorry Meg, I was focusing on the SC Trainer V3 right behind you :)

[@antonioromulodelcarmen283]

This shoe. NB SC Trainer v3. Mizuno Neo Vista. In-between 3 shoes.

[@Aron-t6m]

Mizuno Neo Vista is on 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@casual.runner]

@@antonioromulodelcarmen283 throw in Superblast 2 and make it the dream 4some

[@MedicineRunner]

I always said if Hoka made shoes that lasted they would be dangerous for other brands. Think they are finally figuring this out.

[@therealest297]

Just a warning for the wide footers (and huge mistake cause I threw away the box so I can’t return them…). The shoe itself isn’t the most narrow shoe, but the mid foot isn’t optimal for people with wide feet. I also supinate and have ran 15 miles in it in 3 separate runs and the first run was gnarly. The outer part of my foot would roll over the outside of the shoe and step on the midsole. This made the outside of my feet hurt for a few days. There’s also a constant pain in the mid foot in the first mile or so in the 3 runs I did do in these.

[@nikimclaughlin2634]

Hi! I'm 10 weeks out from an Ironman and have a dilemma. I've been running in Bondis for 9 years and my most recent pair of Bondi 8s started breaking down medial midsole after 40km. Feeling a change in my mechanics now. I am considering the Skyward or Gaviota (terrified of changing models!) as I need some stability and plush feel for bunions and a neuroma. Which would you recommend? Does the length run true? Thanks!

[@tritwinsmom4024]

I love my skyward ❤

[@MrN0115]

What will you go for between cielo x1 and skyward?

[@mikesanders4355]

Great review! How can we get that T-shirt, Thomas?

[@mikes7654]

I’m on the heavier side …. for now ( lost lbs 17 thus far 🙂👍🏃‍♂️ ), and was wondering your thoughts with the Skyward X for a heavier runner? Appreciate your input 🙂. Thank You

[@Believeintherun]

If you like cush, you’re in for a treat.

[@Life_of_Gavin]

You guys just make me want to buy every shoe 😆. Also, why don’t you guys have more subs!. You guys are the bomb 💣 Love you guys.

[@EnigmaticAnomaly]

I walk 6 to 9 miles a day, and I've been trying so many shoes, and none of them have been able to last very long. You take a look at the rubber of practically every running shoe on the market, and one thing comes to mind: DESIGNED OBSOLESCENCE! Case in point, two pairs of Asics, the Nimbus and the Excite. The Nimbus was down tot he foam in in less than 300 miles, and the Excite lasted 175 miles! Yet here we have my old La Sportiva Crossovers with 1,800 miles on them!!!

[@Nivek_Fartswamy]

Walking is actually more abrasive on an outsole than the motion of running. The Nimbus has soft rubber by design. Most shoes in the neutral max cushion category have soft rubber outsoles to enhance the cushioning feel of the shoe and smooth out the transition. But this comes at the expense of durability. That's just how it is. I will say that HOKA has made huge strides in outsole durability over the past few years. They were the absolute worst in durability. Now? HOKA is arguably above average in this department. For walking, Brooks probably has the best outsoles.

[@radioactivescalerc]

Is this a good shoe for a 53 Male that suffers from Planters Fasciitis? need an everyday trainer in my rotation for 8-10km daily runs. thanks for the great reviews, any other recommondations for an everyday and also race shoe for my feet issues. I currently on compete in 10km and once a year half 21.1km race.

[@Believeintherun]

You may want to ask The Doctors of Running

[@radioactivescalerc]

@@Believeintherun Thanks

[@dhoang75]

This or Prime X Strung v1 please

[@fayecooper4277]

How does it compare to Magic Speed 4?

[@DodgerDad]

@@Manuel-901Heavy Runners 😂. Do you even own the Magic Speed 4 or Skyward X? Probably not, just speaking nonsense.

[@Manuel-901]

Hi. The Magic speed 4= 240gr= 5k, 10k and half marathon, light runner. The Skyward X= 320gr= Half marathon or marathon. Heavy runners.

[@Manuel-901]

@@jimoconnor8597 .Hi. a diferent opinion.

[@Manuel-901]

@@jimoconnor8597 . Hi. A diferent opinion.

[@Manuel-901]

@@jimoconnor8597 . Hi. I have my opinion.

[@morganvon5664]

I have the shoe. My only problem with it is the upper. My feet get very hot in this shoe. It's not a shoe for the summer.

[@mlevy88]

Wish they made these in a wide fit :/

[@timwhite8500]

They’re pretty roomy compared to the traditional Hoka fit

[@svenja5596]

At that steep price I'm hoping it'll hold up at least another 100. I usually retire my pairs after 300-400 miles. If a shoe can't do that I don't want it 😆🤑

[@Oleg_Kol]

Meg almost said “ you can’t put price on awesomeness”

[@jason.rams4]

Mid watching this video, on a road trip, I stopped at a Dick's store and just had to try these on, absolutely insane!! I can't believe the cushion coupled with the propulsion with that much stack!! Almost bought it right now.

[@stealtherider3008]

Good video!

[@Aldinequeen]

Damn that was fast!

[@TheValonquar]

I bought the deviate nitro elite 3 today its mindblowing!!

[@DodgerDad]

Where?

[@TheValonquar]

@@DodgerDad Local running store :D. Its worth the wait...

[@miyufan2692]

It's good value at $225 ... Holy moly, did I really hear that. Maybe if HOKA sent it to me for free I'd say it too. Next thing we will be hearing the Adios Pro EVO 1 is good value. I'm sure an argument can be made that it is. C'mon, lets keep it real. $225 ... that's a big junk of change for a training shoe.

[@MatterofBased]

I was just going to comment that! If I got them for free and didn’t have to pay for them I would say the exact same thing, but let’s be honest, if they had to pay $225 for them would the review be the same?

[@RyKnocks]

As someone who has paid for this shoe, it's absolutely worth it. I get excited to run in this shoe. I recently bought the Mizuno Neo Vista to see if it would be a cheaper replacement...not even close. Skyward wins hands down.

[@miyufan2692]

@@MatterofBased Agreed. I know my opinion of a shoe changes depending on whether I bought it on a good sale price vs if I paid near full price for it. If I got it for free then it would have to be damn dreadful for me not like it.

[@miyufan2692]

@@RyKnocks In Australia, the Hoka Skyward is $370, the Neo Vista $320. I think neither represent good value. Perhaps at half price I'd consider them. But if you like them and they get you excited to run more than any other cheaper shoe then yes, perhaps they are worth it because of the health benefits of running.

[@RyKnocks]

@@miyufan2692 Hey there! Yea, I understand they’re expensive and probably not for everyone. I hope one day you get to at least try them out!

[@michaellopour7409]

Not a catastrophic result! But wouldn’t it need to be easy to beat your average $130-40 shoe by 50% in mileage? Not sure we quite got a return on the value proposition. Full disclosure I demo’d this shoe and it is pretty amazing for what it is - an expensive shoe you probably don’t want to race in but performs well.

[@drone9082]

Hoka Skyflow incoming ...

[@JoeSmith-np6nz]

Can you guys review the new 880 v14 please

[@Believeintherun]

Written up on the website

[@Feanaro5503]

I ran in my white/blue/gold Novablast 3s in January after the snow melted and the toes got discolored, and I'm still mad at myself.

[@ChirsRichardson10]

Would love to see the review of the NB Super Comp V3.

[@6LJOE]

I GOT IT ON SALE $155

[@thewalls7770]

The price is a non starter. Especially when you consider the price of other shoes in the same category. Shoe companies need to stop with the insane prices of shoes. We’re not buying tennis rackets for goodness sakes.

[@miyufan2692]

The price is insane and what is more insane is that people are willing to pay it. At least the BITR crew aren't that foolish and have the brands send it to them for free. Gotta love that.

[@Manuel-901]

Good morning. Like to Meaghan and Thomas. I prefer the Hoka carbon x3. Have a great day.

[@claudiobarreira9115]

How come you até not putting another 200 miles? Come on...

[@RunsWithT]

👟🦠

[@The_Connected_Universe]

😂

[@okde1875]

No thank you hoka I'm not paying 220 dls .for that shoe!! you ain't getting my Benjamin's people needs to stop paying these ridiculous prices for these shoes they're not even close to asics!!!

[@TheMilesMatter]

Tell me you love the AF v1 without telling me you love the AF v1 lol

[@manueltan8962]

WOW, But Ugly shoe, Neo Vista looks Sexier !

[@Aron-t6m]

Agree

[@itsahardmuttlife9263]

But it’s ugly!! At least Meaghan is cute. So it evens it out. 😁