Customer Reviews Hoka Challenger 8

Hokas are not shaped like feet. Not enough room for the big toe to extend straight forward. Not enough room for the little toe to spread. I like the cushioning; however, there is more under the heel than under the metatarsal area, forcing more weight onto the forefoot, which I find painful.

I use these for work as I stand a lot. They are very cushiony and comfortable, however a warning! The heel is lower and sometimes leaves you off balance, worse on carpet. Beware

My last 4 HOKA were the Bondi style . This time around I decided going for something different and I am absolutely in love with this model . The combination of colors is great and protects them from looking dirty .

I love almost everything about this shoe - especially the color! But it was not right for me because it made me realize that I absolutely must have a wide toe box. If you have a narrow-ish foot this would be great. For me it squeezed my whole foot - and especially the front/toe. It felt almost line a tourniquet (like my Hoka Speedgoats) so now I know to go with Brooks or Altra or Topo.

I have been wearing Hoka Challengers for about 2 years now - use them consistently for my outdoor walking and hiking. This is my 3rd or 4th pair. The quality of workmanship and soles has gone way downhill. Since these are sold as hiking shoes, the bottom sole needs to stand up rocks and uneven terrain - not now. Had my latest pair for exactly 1 month and the bottoms are breaking apart. Hope i can return.

This shoe fit better in the size 10 than it did in 10.5, but I prefer the greater stability of the Arahi.

I really like these shoes!! They are comfortable enough to wear at work BUT they are “squeaky” so it drives me crazy. Super comfortable as an everyday shoe though

These fit great. A tiny bit bigger than Bondi 9s. So comfortable and the hot pink really is a fun pop of color!

narrower then other Hokas that I have purchased (cliftin & bondi). I like the additional tread.

Very comfortable, but I didn't love the colors in person.

Nice shoe, true to size- has a decent cushion I just didn’t think it would be enough for 20 mile days.

The heel is weird and constructed in such a way that my ankles turned in (over pronate). I hoped to use them for walking but had to send them back instead.

Great shoes. Look awesome with a casual dress, leggings or denim.

The most comfortable sneakers I have ever put on!

Excellent fit and style. Love the color.

I am a wide, ordered a wide, and they feel very comfortable!

Great shoe. Slightly more narrow than my other HOKA shoes but I have a narrow foot so they are fine. The only thing is they are very breathable so maybe more for summer or warmer months

I love the Hoka Challenger 8. I’m a nurse in the ER and these shoes allow me to work comfortably on my feet for my entire 12 hour shift!

Very comfortable with a rolling gait feel unique to Hoka. This is my 2nd pair. Love the plain navy color as I don’t want multiple neon colors showcasing my feet.

Always a Hoka fan! Great for trails/road running.

Love Hokas. I love these shoes. They don't have the same heel height as my last pair but I love them. I also love the hot pink color!! Thumbs up!

very good