After making some large modifications to the Clifton 10, we’re all awaiting the brand new Hoka Clifton 11 this Fall to see in the event that they’re persevering with to take large swings or play it secure.As somebody who has run in each mannequin of Clifton, I’ll admit that the previous few years it simply hasn’t performed a lot for me. I run in A LOT of Hoka footwear, however this one has slowly pale out of my every day rotation. I believe the froth and match simply hasn’t saved up with different manufacturers.
That being stated I used to be proved flawed with the ten which was considerably higher than the 9. So what will we learn about this Summer season/Fall 2026 launch? Right here’s what we all know after chatting with the HOKA crew and holding the brand new mannequin at The Operating Occasion (TRE) in San Antonio.
Specs
As quickly as we obtain them for testing, you’ll get an entire evaluation with any updates to weight or colorways! The one change you’ll discover within the specs is the load went up only a tad, nothing that you’ll discover on the run.
- Weight: 9.9 oz males’s, 8.1 oz ladies’s
- Stack: 42 mm
- Heel Drop: 8 mm
- Obtainable in Broad (and further huge in males’s)
- $150
- Obtainable Summer season/Fall 2026
Learn our present evaluation of the Hoka Clifton 10, it’s in all probability going to be price stocking up when it goes on sale because the modifications right here appear to be minimal.
Much like what Brooks is doing with the Ghost 18, Hoka is maintaining the modifications restricted this 12 months. We expect that is for a few causes: they made large swings final 12 months and people want time to adapt, they produce other footwear to concentrate on.
What’s New and Completely different within the Hoka Clifton 11
The Clifton 10 was solely NEW final and a change to the heel to toe drop (as much as 8mm from the usual Hoka 5mm), which meant a giant adaptation for lots of runners.
Final 12 months we famous that with the enlargement of their line to the HOKA Skyflow (which we love for lengthy runs), the Clifton appears to be transferring extra in direction of an off-the-cuff runner shoe or an unimaginable possibility for individuals who are on their ft all day.
This nonetheless feels extremely true as they haven’t but upped the standard of the froth to tremendous vital, however as a substitute are sticking with the identical full-length compression-molded EVA (CMEVA) foam from the ten. Looks like a missed alternative or possibly simply what we’re hoping to see within the 12.
So what did change?
Largely they made modifications to the higher to refine match and luxury.
The fabric is designed to be a lot softer and extra comfy. I recall the 9 feeling actually stiff, so positively a notable change. Moreover they made modifications to the sockliner to once more enhance softness and total consolation.
I do know the sockliner isn’t one thing we discuss quite a bit, however it’s a element of the general cushioned feeling of the shoe and for some footwear can present extra arch help. Moreover after all we wish them to take in and wick away all of the foot sweat we’re creating. So sure, it’s an essential element, however not so flashy.
Additionally they added some new reflective options and 3D printed brand…are you excited?
Truthfully, in the intervening time I’m form of bummed that is all they did for the 11, however who is aware of I’ll slip into it and be like holy smokes this higher modifications all the things. I’ve been confirmed flawed earlier than.
Hoka Coaching Line Up
Unsure the place all of the completely different fashions slot in to their line up, right here’s a fast breakdown.
- Hoka Clifton – Base every day coach for impartial working
- Hoka Mach 7 – Completely adore the Mach for being that decrease drop with cushion, very gentle and sooner shoe.
- Hoka Skyflow – That is going to be your tremendous cushioned long term coach that will get their tech updates (we’ve been instructed)
- Hoka Bondi – Plush restoration run shoe, lately we’ve most popular to Clifton. Very best in your ft all day shoe
- Hoka Skyward X – That is their carbon plated shoe for the plenty and boy is it enjoyable!
Who’s This For?
It’s lengthy been in our lest of finest footwear for standing or strolling all day and these updates will preserve it firmly a prime that record.
- Broad Toes: The brand new final ought to enhance the room within the forefoot and we love that they do Broad choices
- Heavier Runners: These updates ought to make the Clifton extra sturdy for our taller and heavier runners.
- Lengthy Runs: Truthfully, now we have different footwear we’d suggest now
- Entrance of the Pack: Unlikely you’ll be placing in miles on this shoe
All proper, that’s your Hoka Clifton 10 preview coming in 2025. An entire new final and presumably a complete new future for this shoe.
What do you assume?
Are you excited? Are you feeling a bit like, why are you messing with my favourite shoe??
Searching for different trainers??
