Comments on: Hoka Clifton Running Shoe Review

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By: Ross Singer

Ross Singer — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 16:27:59 +0000

In reply to Tyson. I really like the feel of my Cliftons, but I too found myself developing a blister (on my middle toe) that didn't begin to go away until I switched shoes. I also got a black and blue big toe nail on the same foot. My Cliftons were my usual size and I had the right amount of toe space, but overall the shoe felt loose on my foot compared to the Brooks I was accustomed to wearing, in part because of the odd tongue, which the author mentions in his post. I have a moderately wide foot, so this is odd to me. I also found it difficult to get the lacing to feel good. For now, I'm back to Brooks Ravennas, which have always been good shoes for me.

By: Justus Stull

Justus Stull — Wed, 21 Jan 2015 15:05:19 +0000

Nice review about the Cliftons. I personally love this shoe from its light weight to not very maximal feel (compared to traditional hokas). I too was a little skeptical about the upper construction, but after 400+ miles my first pair has shown no major issues with the Uppers. Check out my longer term review of this shoe for pics and details http://www.mannaadventure.com/hoka-one-one-clifton-long-term-review/

By: Hazel O'Halloran

Hazel O'Halloran — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 00:46:22 +0000

You compared the Cliftons to the Skechers GoRuns. I’m keen on trying Hokas and the Clifton seemed to fit my foot fairly well plus I’ve read a lot of people say it’s awesome if you have had problems with sore knees and plantar fasciitis. However, I have run in GoRuns before and they caused problems with hip bursitis and I’m not keen to repeat that. I would have thought the Hoka would be a different kind of shoe (despite feeling soft and comfy) as they have a lot more cushioning than the GoRuns? What do you think?

By: J Pulliam

J Pulliam — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 17:01:59 +0000

I've now gotten up to 150 miles in my Cliftons. The uppers are holding up well, although I've noticed the same issue with the overlays that you have. My bigger concern is with the midsole foam degrading. Pictures and other miscellaneous thoughts here.

By: belsha

belsha — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 19:22:58 +0000

Just received a pair ordered online. Just walking around with them in the house, I feel a very strong “bump” under the arches, such as arch support as in “support shoes”. This usually spells a nightmare in me for longer runs (I like a shoe that’s flat under the foot, that doesn’t pressure the foot or pushes it in another direction). So I’m kind of worried, and wonder if I should send them back before running in them. Anybody else had this experience?

By: Steve K

Steve K — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 21:22:29 +0000

Pete (and Sam),

Have you guys received an early version of the Challenger ATR to try out? Since REI is planning to carry them for the holidays, it would be great to get initial thoughts on if its truly Clifton+ More traction and start those holiday shopping lists. Your initial comments about how great the Clintons felt on the trails has me very hopeful that it’s going to be a good shoe. Thanks!

By: Tom Abbott

Tom Abbott — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 22:09:57 +0000

I’ve been wearing the Cliftons for just over a week, but just for easy miles – except for four 800m’s at only 5K pace. Wore Adzeroes for a couple of 5K’s Did 8 miles in the Clifton’s yesterday evening (including 2 of those 800’s) at an overall slowish pace. Felt fine during and at home afterward. This morning, one heel at the end feels like the symptoms of Plantar Faciitis! Hurts each step when walking. But with weight on forefoot, pain goes away. Anyone else have this experience?

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 17:56:54 +0000

In reply to Chase Coffey. Thanks Chase!

By: Beth

Beth — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 12:00:37 +0000

History: prefer minimalist footwear but have wicked bunions, overpronate and prone to metatarsal stress fractures. Used to love Saucony Kinvara, Mirage and Virrata and Nike Frees but they just don’t work for me anymore. Need wider toebox and more cushioning sadly.

Have 1,000 miles on some Bondis and they’re still doing great, but i wanted a lighter shoe that also had cushioning and wide toebox.

Got a pair of Cliftons and Altra Paradigms. The Paradigms are going back. No contest. The Cliftons fit better (and i have a narrow heel) and i felt i could run 10 miles in them right out of the box. Barely got through a mile in the Paradigms.

By: Chase Coffey

Chase Coffey — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 00:18:38 +0000

Pete,

Great review. I have been following your reviews for quite a while now and it’s always a joy to read them. I have the pleasure of working at Running Central in Peoria, IL. and we just hosted Stephanie from Hoka about two weeks ago. I also received a pair of Cliftons to try. I already put nearly 600 miles on the Conquest (a bit stiffer). I highly recommend trying out the new Stinson Lite. It is a more traditional shoe that they began to offer. You will see most of Hoka’s athletes like Kyle Merber, etc. wearing the new stinson lite for nearly all their regular running.

I am a senior runner at Bradley University and use the Stinson Lite as a recovery shoe. My go to shoe is the Adios Boost and the old Boston (boy am I excited to strap a pair of Boston Boost on). Anyways the Stinson Lite gives you a much more traditional feel, but in an area that is less fortunate on soft surface running still gives you that soft surface that we look for as runners.

Keep up the great reviews! If you are ever in Peoria come check out the new store!

By: Tyson

Tyson — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 21:55:59 +0000

Pete,
This is an excellent analysis to understand this new shoes. I’m a slower old marathoner(4 hrs or more) with no technical knowledge. I ran a marathon with Clifton a week ago. I ended up 4 black toe nails with a nasty blister but a well made shoes. The reason is that it provides a necessary cushions. My problem was a half size smaller than I needed. Last ten miles a marathoner runs with a tired legs which makes difficult to maintain elastic foot landing with quick stride. Tight front toe space like Clifton with thicker yet softer cushion squeezes further down the hapless toes and constantly smash poor toes repeatedly several thousands times except a true heel striker. I spoke with the Hoka employee about this but I’m not so sure. So, I’m moving on Addios Boost2