Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide
Valyermo, California
HOKAÂ Challenger 7 GTX Trail-Running Shoes - Women's
$160.00
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Be ready for rain or shine, street or summit. These HOKA trail-running shoes are made to cross over from trails to roads. Waterproof GORE-TEX helps keep your feet dry whenever you come across puddles.
Key Details
Trail-Running Shoe Type
Light-Trail
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm)
4.4
Running Shoe Cushioning
Moderate Cushion
Rock Plate
No
- Simplified engineered mesh uppers
- GORE-TEX Invisible Fit with 70% recycled polyester face fabric for enhanced protection in inclement weather
- Laces with 70% recycled nylon and 30% recycled polyester (excluding aglet)
- Soft CMEVA foam and an increased stack height for a plush feel
- Durabrasion rubber
- 4 mm lugs
- Inspired by gravel tires, the outsoles have smaller, tightly spaced lugs in center and larger, more aggressive lugs at the perimeter for improved traction on uneven terrain
- Weight (half pair): 8.1 oz.
Imported.
View the HOKA Challenger Product LineView all HOKA Women's Trail-Running Shoes| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Light-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Moderate Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 4.4 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 27.8 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 23.4 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Upper | Textile/synthetic |
| Lining | 100% textile |
| Midsole | CMEVA |
| Outsole | 52% EVA/48% rubber |
| Rock Plate | No |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 0.2 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
| Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX Invisible Fit |
HOKA Footwear - Women's
| 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 |
| EU | 36 | 36.6 | 37.3 | 38 | 38.6 | 39.3 | 40 | 40.6 | 41.3 | 42 | 42.6 | 43.3 | 44 | 44.6 | 45.3 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 8.7 | 8.8 | 9 | 9.2 | 9.3 | 9.5 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.3 | 10.5 | 10.7 | 10.8 | 11 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches.
Buying Advice
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Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'5"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8.5
Running Experience:Experienced
5 days ago
Clunky
No, I do not recommend this product
I've had 3 pairs of the Challenger 7 before trying the GTX version. These feel much wider and clunkier. They don't have the same stability when running on trails. I'd love to go back to the previous style, but they are discontinued.
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'5"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8.5
Running Experience:Experienced
2 months ago
I have a previous Hoka that it has more support
No, I do not recommend this product
Not very comfortable cushioning not great support I had to put more cushioning
2 months ago