Brand

Hoka

Hoka has 6 models reviewed by the Shoe Sherpa community.

- **Country of origin / HQ:** Founded in **Annecy, France** in 2009; now headquartered in **Goleta, California, USA**. - **Width options:** Hoka offers **2 widths on some models** and **3 widths on some models**; the official site shows width counts on product pages, but a complete brand-wide list of narrow/standard/wide/extra-wide availability was not verified. - **Signature foam/midsole technologies:** Known for **plush, shock-absorbing midsole foams** and a **max-cushion** approach; many models use **Meta-Rocker**-style geometry. - **Typical fit characteristics:** Commonly described as **cushioned with a rocker feel**; fit varies by model, and some Hoka shoes are commonly reviewed as **true to size**. - **Categories they make:** **Road running, trail running, racing, training**, plus some **road-to-trail** and **hiking/waterproof** models. - **Price tier:** Generally **mid-to-premium**; many models sit around **$140–$175**, with some performance models reaching **$250+**. - **Notable / known for:** Best known for **high-stack cushioning**, **lightweight comfort**, and a **rockered ride**; also widely associated with **max-cushion daily trainers** and **trail shoes**.