THOMAS: Meaghan beloved her colorway. I, alternatively, discovered myself as soon as once more watching one other brilliant royal blue higher — a coloration that Hoka appears decided to maintain in rotation. That is the place I remind everybody, but once more, that my favourite Hoka designs come from its collaborations. The usual colorways not often do it for me. (I’ll save this thought for the “Issues We Didn’t Like” part.)
That stated, Meaghan and I agree on the match. The shoe runs true to measurement, and the higher is comfy, freed from hotspots or heel raise. I used to be involved concerning the uncommon bulbous heel counter, nevertheless it works properly sufficient to lock within the heel with none discomfort. Transferring down, the CMEVA midsole strikes a fantastic stability between softness and firmness, carving out a transparent distinction from the Bondi. In order for you pure cushioning and luxury, the Bondi is your shoe. However if you’d like cushioning with a contact of responsiveness, the Clifton delivers.
Did I discover the change in drop? At first, perhaps. However as I settled into my run, any distinction pale away. The Clifton’s signature clean transition stays intact, and we’ll see whether or not or not it actually compresses over time. Down under, no information is nice information for the outsole. Hoka’s Durabrasion rubber retains you sure-footed and hits all the appropriate spots for sturdiness.
Once I don’t love a shoe’s coloration however nonetheless take pleasure in operating in it, I do know the design is strong, and that’s precisely the case right here. Final up, my US M10.5 weights 10.7 oz. (3o3 g), which isn’t mild however is okay in a cruiser just like the Clifton.
