Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 5

Tried another Hoka shoe but found the toe box much to tight. The Bondi 5 solved that issue. The fit is great!

great shoes fits all my needs

This shoes saves me during my thirteen hour shifts working expos. I have a slightly wide foot (close to an E width) and the shoe accommodates the width perfectly. As a running shoe I can run forever in this shoe. The firm cushioning is perfect.

I tried the bondi 4 and it was bit mushy for me (260 pound runner) also a touch narrow. On reading the reviews I decided to give the 5 a shot and I'm glad I did. The padding is firmer, its not rock hard, its just firmer which for a guy my size feels less mushy. The upper is improved and on par with other major brands. This gives a guy like me the ability to get a very cushioned shoe in a wide size with a low drop. Looking forward to getting some serious miles in these to determine the durability but so far, so good. There is a plastic covering on the tongue that evens out pressure from the laces on the upper foot. It did feel odd on my smaller foot but a quick adjustment of the laces cured it. Just note if you go a bit too tight, that thing is a burden.

I keep reading all of the negative comments but I don't get it. I run 20-30 miles a week and have for the last 15 years. I have always been a Brooks kind of guy until my knees/hips/feet started to hurt. After about six months of research, I switch from Brooks' max cushioned shoe (Glycerin) to the Bondi 5. I immediately fell in love and no longer experience joint pain. I have had these shoes for a month now and my first road race of the year coming up in another month. This shoe is a max cushioned shoe and extremely lightweight all in the same. I can use them for half marathon distances as well as a fast 5K run and feel like I can keep going afterwards, even through the steep hills of West Virginia. This shoe has helped me to do what God has continued to bless me with the ability to do and that is run.

Love the Bondi 4! Comfortable, light weight and great cushioning! On my second pair now. The first pair lasted over 1000 km; the second pair is now over 600 km and still going strong. I am stocking up on this shoe so that I don't have to purchase the Bondi 5!

Having used the Bondi for the last 4 versions since 2011, was looking forward to the 5, not disappointed, great cushioning, feel, support and traction for slight trails. Takes about 30k to break in.

To put into perspective, I run on average 30-50 miles per week with walks in between. I have owned several different styles of Hoka's, (Clifton2&3, Vanquish, SpeedGoat and Challenger ATR2, etc) and each has performed beautifully. Not always as expected but never poorly. The Bondi 5 is no exception to that rule. I am unable to compare it to the Bondi 4 however. In comparison to ALL the other Hoka shoes I have run in Bondi 5 is the BEST at what it is designed for. The hard man made surfaces of concrete, asphalt etc are no match for the comfort and stability of the Bondi 5. To note the Bondi 5 is the first running shoe of any brand I have ever owned that the tread wore evenly across the entire shoe. Giving me confidence that my foot placement has improved since using the Bondi 5. Which is very important to me when the miles start stacking up. If you are an avid road runner then the Bondi 5 should be given consideration as an option to your daily running gear.

I previously had the Bondi 4's which were way too narrow. Gave me blisters on the outsides of my feet on longer runs. I am normally a standard 'D' width in other shoes like Asics, but Hokas run really NARROW. Anyways, I saw that the Bondi 5's came in wide, so I ordered a pair. Could not be happier. Feel like I could run forever in these shoes.

Recommended by my podiatrist to help address sore tendon problems due to aging. The shoe has achieved its purpose. In the all black color, I can even wear in for business attire.

I used them to race, train out door and on the tredmill

I run between 110 and 150 miles per week, focusing primarily on 50m-100K Road/Trail Ultras and dabble in the 1/2-Full Marathon on Road. The Bondi has been one of my favorite shoes for the past two years. I'm a big fan of the update for several reasons. 1. Extremely comfortable and breathable upper. 2. Wide forefoot that accommodates feet well on easy recovery days. 3. Light and responsive shoe capable of responding well to paces between 4:50 and 7:30 per mile. 4. Durable-Capable of withstanding 500-750 miles depending on size/stature of runner. 5. Cushioning is perfect for easy recovery and long runs.

Having run on the Bondi 4 for about a year (35 miles/week), I knew I had found my perfect shoe. Minor aches and pains that I was starting to experience in my hip flexors, completely went away after using the Bondi 4. I began to think I should buy up a couple pairs, as the new version was about to hit. Well, I decided to go with the new model and after putting in 35 miles, I can see that I made the correct choice. It seems that forefoot fit has been updated, eliminating some of the unnecessary roominess. The engineered mesh upper with slight stretch is a noticeable improvement. A molded OrthoLite insole is like a little pillow under foot. While the overall heel-to-toe strike seems only slightly firmed up from the last version, it is still a very pleasurable ride. I absolutely love the new Bondi 5 and just don't see how you can improve on this incredible shoe. Well, I guess I've said that before. Great job Hoka product team. Great job.

I'm 6'2" 255 and have had 4 lower back operations. I'm very active but need a cushioned shoe to help with my back and have a bad knee. The Bondi 5 is my 6th pair of Hoka's and these are by far the best that I've had. After reading some reviews that may not have been so positive, I understand that all of our feet are different and won't have the same results as others. For me, I'm looking forward to another color already. The cushion and comfort are 2nd to none. The upper is soft, comfortable, and breathable like the Valor, with the lower of the Bondi. In my opinion, they've taken the best of 2 worlds to come up with the Bondi 5. I would take all comments with a grain of salt and give them a shot and form your own opinion. Good luck!

It's amazing how many different feedback comments there are that are so different. Some love these while others hate them. Good thing you can try them out and return them within 30 days and it costs you nothing. Good job Hoka! For me they are great! Love my Bondi 4's, but these better. Love the bright orange colored ones. This for me is one of the big improvements over the Bondi 4. I would even suggest more wild colors. The shoe at first seems a little stiff, but after a few runs it softens down. It also feels more stable than my 4's which is a good thing because I tend to over pronate a little. The balance between stability and cushioning is tricky, but I think Hoka has nailed it in the Bondi 5. Thank you Hoka for helping us old guys run and compete with virtually no knee or back pain!

I have worn all Bondi versions and this (5) is the best, so far. Very comfortable, yet they don't feel heavy. I like the lacing style and appreciate the wide toe box. This style of shoe has kept me running after a recent hip injury and surgery. Thank you Hoka!

After 9 years of treadmill use prescribed by my cardiologist after a triple bypass, I began to experience knee pain. Fortunately a local shop introduced me to Hoka. I purchased 2 pairs of Clifton 3's from them and then found Bondi 5 on this website and bought a pair. My other pairs in the treadmill rotation are Saucony and Adidas into both of which I installed good quality heel pads but they don't compare with the Clifton 3's and nowhere near the Bondi 5.

I was against the notion of using Hokas since I've been more in the pursuit of the barefoot movement for the last 5 years after reading Born to Run. However as I've aged, now 53 I need more cushioning but did not want the large drop in traditional running shoes. I tried Altra for a while and then Hoka. I found the Clifton 2 and Bondi 3 too narrow so I passed and ran in Zoot for a while. I returned to the Clifton 3 nad now the Bondi 5. Both are excellent and I cannot say enough good things. Comfort is A1, the ride is plush but firm although the Bondi is softer and great for recovery runs. Toebox is roomy and arch is good. The only issue I have is that I typically wear a thin sock like Balega or Swiftwick and had to lace them differently across the bridge as they were a bit sloppy. Other than that....No issues.

They were great on my knees going down hill. I love the colors they are eye catchy which makes people ask you about them.