Hoka Tecton X 2 | FULL REVIEW | Best Race Day Trail Shoe... Again?

Thomas and Robbe review the Hoka Tecton X 2, now with an improved upper that makes this an even better shoe than the first version, which was one of our favorites of 2022. Featuring parallel carbon fiber plates, Vibram MegaGrip outsole, dual-density midsole, all in a lightweight package. Available now for $225.
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[@TrailrunnerTroy]

Tecton X original was a breakthrough all-around beast. The X2 fits better, especially in the toe box. You can’t go wrong. This was my choice in a 200-mile road-trail race last Fall, the Cowboy 200, and the X can handle just about anything. Also used for the technical Sangre de Cristo 50 miler in Colorado and it works as well as the Mafate 4 or the Salomon line for rocky trails.

[@danielmcdonald9917]

I think the tie box is exactly the same both come up tight had to size half up tecton x is better and lighter

[@Defy_GhostGuy]

I love all the reviews you guys do. This is alway my first stop when new shoes arrives. Secure the bag!

[@watercy]

Secure the bag! Thank you Thomas & Robbe for your videos, never missed on of them. I would love to secure that for my next trail run. I also follow believe in the run on Strava. It is great, informative and entertaining, so much fun to follow you. Keep the good work! Aloha from Hawaii ! ❤

[@gozzy25]

Secure the bag ! I'm new to running and starting to do the longer runs. Thank you for teaching a new guy here so much with your knowledge and experience.

[@user-rl5ge2ok5n]

Last year I had an injury and Sunday I ran with my tecton x for the first and I felt better than ever , love all your videos and information

[@bretstevens262]

Great stuff Thomas and Robbe! I'd love to rock a Believe in the Run Weis Hydration pack on the Colorado trails!

[@rcbengaltiger3277]

Secure the bag!!! Y’all are the best running channel by far! Keep it up.

[@jadalan1047]

Secure the bag! You've convinced me to give this shoe a try, especially with the fit upgrade.

[@paulmulks]

Really tempted with this!! Cheers lads, luv from the UK massive 😎

[@Oleg_Kol]

I was waiting for the full review of this shoe! But it doesn’t expect that there will be chance to secure the bag!!!

[@joshgoudelock9524]

Secure the bag! Would love that vest for the summer hydration on the trails! Love all that you guys do 🤘🏽

[@mikebensussen3664]

Secure the bag! Thank you for reminding us all about hydration and knowledgeable about the newest running footwear!

[@codyjung6963]

Secure the bag! Looking like Hoka made just the right changes to this bad boy. Excited to try it out soon!

[@flexibleknits]

Love all the pockets on the hydration bag! Would be handy for a longer run/day hike. Secure the bag!

[@marcello3119]

Yes, secure the bag! Would love the vest for some trail shenanigans.

[@caseyoneill4235]

Secure the bag! Just saw the hoka zinal 2 preview from running warehouse, pretty excited about their trail racing shoes this year

[@scottrowan8819]

Secure the bag! I’ll need that hydration for this Phoenix summer.

[@shawnr.9681]

Secure the bag! Great video, will have to go try these on !!

[@MavenZero]

Secure the bag! Looks perfect for a Colorado trail or two.

[@showstopper295]

Secure the bag! Just bought the tecton, first plated shoe ever. It worked really well even on an over grown trail.

[@michaellopour7409]

2:10 Oh Robbe a turkey is actually 3 strikes in a row! 😂😂😂

[@bedillar]

Secure the bag! Super excited about the Tecton x2

[@robdtracy]

Secure the bag! This looks great for the summer trail season. Would take me to the finish line in trail marathon

[@aguilarluis]

Secure the bag! Woud be aweome for all the trail runs planned for this year.

[@BennyRhymes]

Secure the bag! I love hydration. Also, the shoes look great. I want a pair but I gotta hit more trails in the pairs I have already first!

[@BizzeB-nq1jb]

Secure the bag! Looks like that bag would be perfect on the road, trails, and bike. Keep killing it boys!

[@johnjutras2097]

I trail run, but i also love to hike in trail running shoes. I rock the evo mafates to hike and love them. Would this shoe be ok hiking? Or would the carbon plate make it feel funky at slower speeds?

[@sodak14]

I'm still up in the air between the Tecton X2 and the Saucony Edge. Keep hearing about how unstable the Edge is but I've never had a running shoe that I've sprained my ankle in. Secure the bag!

[@syaamil7]

El Nino happening in Malaysia. Its good to have Believe in the Run Weiss Hydration Bag for my companion preparation for upcoming ultra event during this hot weather. Secure the bag!!

[@MattRunsColorado]

Secure the bag!! Man i have so many new trail shoes lined up for the summer, but that tecton X2 looks sick!!

[@tomato1972]

Secure the bag! Very interested in trying the Tecton 2 for an upcoming 50 miler.

[@matthewbeckham7529]

Love this channel, just subscribed. Secure the bag gentlemen!

[@dartkick04]

Secure the bag! Thanks for the review

[@joshfield5170]

Secure the bag!! Starting to run commute to work so would love this bag 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@scottwiegand8855]

Secure the bag! Would be great for my next Spartan Beast or Spartan Trail Half Marathon! AROO AROO AROO You guys rock!

[@colombian131]

Secure the bag lol let’s goooo , great video guys

[@ronaldhemphill6223]

Secure the Bag! Getting that hydration vest might be what pushes me to sign up for a trail race 😅

[@richardvillatoro1917]

Secure the bag! 10L would keep me HYDRATED on all of my trail runs and hikes!

[@philipbendiksen4814]

I have been running my two ultra races this year with the Tecton x 1. One 50mile trail race in 8h 28mins and one 6h race with the distans 71km, these are both PBs for me and I can partly "blame" the Tecton x for this. It´s a really stable/reliable shoe to run in, like a Mach 4 but for trail and with a carbon plate. Just as I will buy a supershoe like the Nike vaporfly 2/3 or Saucony endorphin Pro 3 for normal races I will definitely buy the Tecton x for ultra races :)

[@danroth8581]

Secure the bag! The vest will pair perfect with my Believe in the Run Ciele cap 🔥

[@OneTouch1980]

Secure the bag. Secure the bag. Hydration tip of the day: if you use a bladder and hear the sloshing of the water when you are out, take the bladder turn it so the the connection point from the bag to the tube is on top then sip thru the straw to pull all the air out. Sloshing gone. Favorite hydration goes to Skratch Labs.

[@jacobdetamore5922]

Would absolutely be a pleasure to rock a believe in the run running hydration vest on the beautiful beaches around charleston, South Carolina! Hydration is necessary in the southern heat!

[@MrGlobalalex]

I have used the Tecton X for the last 12 months mostly on Trail. I have a gravel road 50 mile race soon. Should i use TEcton X or the equivalent for Road run?

[@VaimanikaShastra]

You are amazing, very nice video and much useful info, thaaaanks! However i have now a TectonX and with my first trail very rough terrain session (very steepy DH) i sprained my left ankle in a track which i know like my "bip"!!....i understood why and it was a very terrible instability on the external sides (like a terrible "switch" with no warning) I used the speedgoat5 and the Zinal on the same track where i'm really flying DH like a beast.....i decided to use TectonX only on very easy trail, where i can slightly feel the contribution of the carbon plates....but nothing so helpful at the end😅

[@linzhuo9905]

Secure the bag! That bag makes me thirsty. Nice review as always. Congrats on the coronation of the best podcast!

[@pilmpd]

Secure the bag! Now I just need to find the tecton x2 in my size locally before the 27th.

[@michaelkunkel1079]

Awesome hydration bag!!!

[@vtru2743]

Can’t wait for the Mach X! Secure the bag!

[@andrewescobedo3449]

Secure the bag! Looks like the vest would be perfect for my first trail 50k. I'll be racing in the Tecton X 1s since they were on sale 😂

[@jamcordes]

Secure the bag! I need it for the crazy vert and dirt in Columbus, OH!

[@jasontrieu4670]

secure the bag!! perfect for my ultra marathon this year

[@m3phist0]

'Secure the bag' // '🔐 the 🛍️' Hoka designs are fire.

[@ryanlaw8850]

I'm looking for my first running pack. I'd love to secure that bag!

[@taylorquintero7745]

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[@peterkralik6213]

great video. I'm looking forward to the vest

[@giovanninazario1684]

Secure the Bag! Could use it for Florida Summers!

[@chesstables]

Would be awesome to secure the bag for my first 100 mile trail race in December. I ran my first half marathon in January this year!

[@alechirschauer1592]

Secure the baggggg! Gotta test this to see if it can handle 14ers

[@avoenasdvoe]

Hydration vest looks cool actually

[@zsimkover]

Secure the bag! I'm training for the Wy'east Trailfest 50km in July and would love to rep a Believe in the Run branded vest!

[@thrillridephotography8461]

That vest would look great on me at Skunk Ape's Revenge, here in FLA, in February.

[@jessecowley5914]

Brand new to running. Started running probably the same time this video was made but have already ran and completed a 15 mile trail race in that time. Could have used this pack and the shoes then

[@michelevanornum3314]

Secure the bag. Looks perfect for the trails

[@beit01]

Secure the bag!!! I need to stay hydrated in SW Florida trails (mostly swamps with 🐊)

[@hurley614]

Secure the bag to help my parchedness on long runs.

[@timothypaton318]

Secure the bag!! This Old Man running at altitude here in Colorado sure could use it.

[@benyoung8305]

Secure the bag. I have an old UD. Let's upgrade with Weiss.

[@LouieB4]

Robbe looked like a full on trail pro at the group run! Secure the BAG!

[@audrayvonne9302]

I’m curious if this can work for an ultra? I love Altra Superiors, I have changed out of Speedgoats to put them on a couple years ago for a 50k…I have a ten hour event at the end of the month…I could get Tecton 2 tomorrow, and may need to wait a bit longer for the Superior (probably still need to buy 5, hoping 6 shows up at the store).

[@jmatthiam]

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[@jackliu4240]

Long time listener (AKA subscriber), first time commenting (AKA posting) and it'd be crazy if it leads to me securing that bag! BITR strong!

[@danajingles4733]

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[@kristiebarbee8153]

Summer running fun. Hydration is key- love to be hydrated, but choose another if it’s not for petite women

[@JeremyGiese]

Secure the bag! This bag would have been great to have when I hike with the fam in the Smokey Mountains.

[@apupa43]

Secure the Bag!!! Would make the next 100 miler for sure.

[@davebudnik8219]

Secure the bag! Great video.

[@erclahill]

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[@Syerolis]

SECURE THE BAG!! would be amazing for Oklahoma summers ! Proper hydration is key!

[@ludovicpiejos4379]

I am so glad I skipped v1 to get v2. 100% a buy.

[@gergoracz5718]

Nice! Would love to see what you think about the Nnormal Kjerag. It seems like they are trying to hit the same spots.

[@Believeintherun]

That review is up on the website

[@runthewagnerway]

Secure the bag!! Love the content

[@davidzlotnick1899]

Hi Non USA resident - but shoe question So planning a 50k ultra next year at the Dead Sea It’s non technical - gravel - dusty - salt bridge - pothole type terrain Pretty flat Would you go for the tecton x 2 ? Endorphin edge ? Or good old speedgoat ? Less concerned about speed more about comfort - have a semi wide foot ( I’m a 10.5 wide in the speedgoat ) thanks ! Thanks

[@jasoncito505]

#securethebag! Always enjoy the reviews. Those shoes sound amazing and I need to try on a pair for some big Grand Canyon runs later this year. That hydration vest would look rad against Arizona's Sonoran desert... Just sayin' ;)

[@chukarhun99]

Sweet vest. Secure the bag!!!

[@tylermiller868]

Secure the bag. Need this for my first 50k this fall!

[@Believeintherun]

Thanks for watching! To enter the giveaway, let us know in the comments below, winner will be announced and pinned to the top of the comments on May 23! Open to U.S. residents only. WINNER ANNOUNCED! Congratulations to @christopherchoi6120 on winning the Weis Hydration Vest! We'll get it sent out to you ASAP! Check out more from Weis: store.weis.run/

[@supernaturalcarlover]

Secure the bag! Also, recommend your favorite trail shoe!

[@katiegillespie1941]

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[@swisha5618]

Secure the bag! It’s getting HOT up in Phoenix!

[@vincehan]

Secure the bag! I’ll give you a comprehensive review from running in the mountains here in Utah! 😊

[@ep2932]

Secure the bag! I need new trail shoes!

[@SpinFireOne]

Yo! The vest will look great under the Texas sun here in the hill country! Secure the bag! 🤠

[@joshuamitnick1202]

Sweet bag!! Secure the bag!

[@baseball90242]

Secure the bag. I need those front pockets.

[@zacharysmith4288]

Definitely need the vest! Don’t even need to ship 😅

[@zacharysmith4288]

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[@bladenwilliams9120]

Secure the bag 🎉 would love to rock the vest on my next 100k

[@jaymueller2418]

Hang onto your sack! If your sack were to fall off in the hot Australian summer, mate, that could be fatal! X2 looks top shelf!

[@ede2u]

Secure the bag. Hydrate me, I'll say just about anything for the bag. 😁

[@briansleepylee]

BITB! Believe In The Bag! Congrats on the stats.

[@daz1332]

Hydrate me like a vodka sour 🤣 because I love the bladder pack