Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Built for tough trails, these HOKA trail-running shoes are ready to go the extra mile. Rocker Integrity Technology™ maintains control on long runs. Plush cushioning helps you navigate rocky terrain.
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View the HOKA Mafate Product LineView all HOKA Men'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) | 8 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 44.8 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 36.8 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Textile |
Lining | 100% textile |
Midsole | Dual-density midsole with a super critical foam top layer |
Outsole | 100% rubber |
Rock Plate | No |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 7.44 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 14 Wide | 15 | 15 Wide | |
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U.S. Men's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.6 | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 14 Wide | 15 | 15 Wide |
UK | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 13.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 |
EU | 37.3 | 38 | 38.6 | 39.3 | 40 | 40.6 | 41.3 | 42 | 42.6 | 43.3 | 44 | 44.6 | 45.3 | 46 | 46.6 | 47.3 | 48 | 48.6 | 49.3 | 49.3 | 50.6 | 50.6 |
Foot Length (in.) | 9.06 | 9.2 | 9.4 | 9.56 | 9.7 | 9.875 | 10.1 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.5 | 10.7 | 10.9 | 11.1 | 11.2 | 11.375 | 11.6 | 11.7 | 11.9 | 12 | 12 | 12.4 | 12.4 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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I have been a steadfast HOKA Speedgoat 5 GTX loyalist. Right out of the box the Mafate 5 feel as good as they look. If I had to choose one word it would be bouncy. They have all of the cushion of my beloved Speedgoat 5 GTX with a MUCH softer cushion with the same great Vibram grip. So much softer feel on declines. I usually get 3-4 months or 500-600 miles out of a pair of Speedgoats so I am excited to see how these hold up but the Mafate 5 has a chance to be my new favorite HOKA.
The Mafate 5 are easily the most comfortable shoe I own. Coming from speedgoat 4 there is no comparison between the level of cushion these provide. Some reviews have said they ruined the Mafate with the 4 being the perfect shoe and the new version being to much "squish" but I disagree. These are prefect for my use which is combination road to trail running.
Was happy until the eyelet tore - 30 days after purchase and maybe 12 wearings. Sent them back and Hoka said outside of warranty - bad product, bad warranty, bad service. 0 for 3