Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Built for long-haul efforts, the women's HOKA Mafate X trail-running shoes deliver supreme plushness with a dual-density, premium foam chassis. Forked carbon fiber plates add a pop of propulsion.
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View the HOKA Mafate Product LineView all HOKA Women's Trail-Running ShoesBest Use | Trail Running |
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Trail-Running Shoe Type | Rugged-Trail |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 7.6 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 39.9 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 32.3 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Textile/synthetic |
Lining | 100% textile |
Midsole | Carbon fiber plate/PEBA core |
Outsole | 82% rubber/18% EVA |
Rock Plate | No |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4.8 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
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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 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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I seriously hesitated ponying-up the big bucks for these Mafate X. Now that I’ve worn them a few times, I wish I would’ve pulled the trigger sooner to make them mine. For context, I wear Bondi 9 and Skyward X on roads, and used to wear Stinson 7 on trails. My Stinson’s will be worn for shorter neighborhood walks on MUP, now. These Mafate X might be the perfect trail shoe—at least for me. The width throughout the shoe is more generous than both Bondi and Skyward X, but still hugs the heel as it should. The upper fabric breathes and is durable enough to resist scuffing; encountering plenty of wet grass still left my feet and socks dry. Before actually wearing the shoes I thought: the laces going so close to the toe-end of the shoes looked odd, the tongue looked short, and wondered if the shoes would feel too heavy on my feet. The laces offer phenomenal adjustability and stay tied. The tongue is precisely the proper length and kept its place throughout. The shoes felt plush, springy, and supportive through the entire foot and my feet, legs, and even hips, were happier than they’ve been in recent memory. Seriously, you probably wanna give these shoes a try. And if they don’t become your new BFFs the way they have mine, there’s always the more-than-generous exchange/return policy. But I’m betting you’re gonna be out there eating up the trail miles in these Mafate X beauties like I am.
Perfect trail shoe for me. If you’re a fan of skyward x, you’ll love these! Surprisingly stable, but tons of cushion. TTS!