Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 5

I run in your Bondi and Clifton models. Have a size 15 foot. Past Bondi models have been a really tight fit and feel at least half-a-size small in length. I have been waiting for you to offer size 15 in wide, but it appears you don't make a size 15 wide in any of your models. Why? Is it in your future plans? I really like most all elements of the Bondi except the tight fit. Rated a 3 for overall tightness....if the shoe were wider and a half-a-size larger (more true to size), am sure would rate a 5.

When I put on my Asics 4E and I look down. I see a Coke bottle or hour glass shape. Bondi Wide does not have this shape. It is suitable for low arch feet which mean I need to loosen the shoe string to compensate. It end up looking like a fat man belly. No curve. Not a sexy shoe. On meta rocker - the heel curve is right but the toe curve is late. The sole at toe is too thick. The shoe does not roll forward. It does not propel you forward. Bondi Wide is true size as to its length. Its toe section is wide, rounded shape and high. Perhaps Hoka is overdoing 3 things at one go. Perhaps, cut the height at toe. It's getting too loose. As important as comfort, make it sexy please. Bondi is tall but light. Its softness is just right for me.

I tried these out then returned them - while they seem well constructed and look more like a conventional running shoe than some Hoka models (if you're into that) they were pretty stiff and, despite the ample heel height, did not have the cushioning that I've come to expect from Hoka (I have a pair of Claytons that I use for running/workouts and a pair of Clinton 2s for general use and walking). I decided to go with a pair of Clinton 3s - they still seem to have the cushioning that really makes a difference with my ankle/Achilles and knee issues...

Long time supporter of Hoka shoes but I am switching to something else. The toe box just isn't big enough and I am tired of saying things and having no one listen. I can't wear orthotics or thick socks with these shoes. So I am forced to use the stock insert that I don't want to use and it's still to tight in the toe box.

I have both knees replaced and a hip replacement as well. I am 44years old and had the replacements when I was 40. Since then, I have had CRPS in both knees as well as the bottoms of both feet. Very painful so I was looking for something with a lot of cushioning but an athletic shoe. I have found it with the ATR3 as well as with the vanquish 3.

I wore size 10 in the Bond1 3,4, Clifton 2,3 and the Odyssey for yea but now the 10 dies not fit, I switched to the Bondi 5 10.5 wide and all is well.

I wore out three pairs of Bondi's 3 and 4's and they were both far better than the 5's. The 5's are not the typical Hoka cushioning. I will not buy another pair of 5's. Hopefully, the 6's will be better.

I wrote to Hoka asking if we'll ever witness true wide shoes in our lifetime.I discovered Hoka few years ago and bought total of eight pairs hoping that every other one will finally fit me.No luck at all.Bought the Bondi 5 right after it was introduced and wore it daily for 2-3 hours and was thinking that finally there is a shoe I could wear that is not too tight.Did a road trip for the last five days and took only the Bondi's with me and wore them for 14-15 hours a day.After five days in pain I finally got home.During all this time my feet was numb,blisters everywhere, uncomfortable etc.Adding also the hardness of the shoes bottom we are far away from the smooth and pleasant cushioning of the previous shoes despite the fact that they are awfully tight.I think it's time for the people responsible of making decisions at Decker to take off the pink glasses and hear what the real world customers have to say/remember the "new" Coke?/.Also I am not a runner and use the shoes for walk only.

The Shoes tongue is too long and after a 20 mile run - it had worn and bloodied my skin...it irritated and rubbed the area on the ankle

I REALLY wanted to like this shoe. When I first tried it on, it felt amazing on my feet. Light weight and extremely comfortable on the bottom of my feet. Then, I wore them to a staff meeting at work immediately after wearing them. Just from sitting, I had to take them off multiple times so my feet could get circulation back to them, especially my right foot. As an RN, I stand on my feet for 12 hours at a time and regularly work 3-4 shifts in a row. I'm athletic, not overweight, but have horribly wide feet. A 4E is what I am used to, and these just wont cut it. To anybody who has a normal sized foot, treat yourself to these shoes, as they are AMAZING. As for you wide footed people out there, STEER CLEAR!

Off its Rocker Just got the new Bondi B 5. It is very different from the previous models some good things and some not so good. Pros- It's looks are vastly improved It softer and seems more cushioned than the Bondi B 4 more like the 3rd model. The laces are flat making it much easier to lace and stay laced The shoe is much more comfortable than before. More forefoot room Improved outsole for durability Cons- Really only one negative buts it's a big one. The rocker sensation is all but gone. The shoe lands flat and toe off is not ramped like before making it harder to roll past the plush EVA. If you take the Bondi B 4 and set it on the ground and press down on the toe raising the heel off the ground and let go the shoe rocks back and forth 3 to 4 times. With the Bondi B 5 doing the same thing the shoe lands flat on the heel and does not rock at all. It feels like they changed the last all together making it l it just a Clifton with more EVA. Running in the shoe is still a pleasure but not being able to rock the shoe to experience a forward roll via a ramped toe off is very disappointing. Many earlier Hoka models had a huge rocker feeling with dynamic toe off, newer models have a much tamer rocker with some feeling that they have none at all. I can only hope being a loyal Hoka runner from the very first shoe that they will put a more dynamic rocker in future models.

The soles wore off very quickly with cracks on the side. I will attempt to upload a photo if this site allows.

I miss the old shoes. I wore a pair a Stinson Trail at work (hospital) until they were unpresentable. Ran in a pair of the old gray Bondis until they fell apart. I bought my first pair of Altras because they felt more "Hoka" than the Hokas I tried on at my local dealer. Five pair of Altras later, I went and tried on some new Hokas with fingers crossed-no dice. I'm concerned that the zero drop of Altra is not the best for those who work long hours on hard floors and I do not like them nearly as much as my old Hokas for work. But, alas, the old Hoka cush is still unobtainium. Maybe it is just be, but I really don't want to drop the cash on some new Stinsons hoping for a break-in that makes them feel like they used to that may not happen.

The right shoe feels like i have something under the outside of my foot. It is the seam where the two materials come together .

I've been battling some foot pain and was looking for a shoe with loads of padding that would allow me to continue to run on harder surfaces, without aggravating my injuries. Unfortunately these were somewhat of a letdown and resulted in my returning the shoes. The padding was not as plush as I'd expected from a brand like HOKA. Overall the shoe felt thick, stiff and heavy. Despite the length of the shoe being correct, my heel would lift out of the shoe on a regular basis. Also, when down hills my foot would routinely slide in the shoe which put me on a fast track to blister city. It felt as though I was standing on this giant platform but the upper portion of the shoe wasn't' able to secure my foot enough prevent the heel lift and foot slide. I was happy with HOKA's liberal return policy and in all honesty, I wouldn't have bought the shoes if they didn't offer returns after use. I may try them again in the future but for now I'll be looking elsewhere.

the the shoes are just ok. nothing special. they're not like the hoka's I bought 3 years ago. they don't have the super cushion that made you attract my business. I'll probably start looking at other brands in the future.

I have about ten runs in my new shoes and I am not sold on them yet.

I have been a religious fan of Hokas... backpacking in the Tors and running in Bondis and using them for casual wear since the Bondi 2 and you've ruined the shoe! The cushioning in the 5 is stiff like other "lesser" shoes and the flexibility is poor. Bondis were the only shoes that I could run in with my chronic plantar fasciitis and I now have to go find a new shoe. There is no way these are still "plush" cushioned shoes! The shoes now also have inflexible plastic labels on the tongue. Why? I am SO disappointed!

This shoe has serious durability issues. I purchased these to ease back into running after a hip injury. I have run in them a grand total of 30 miles and the rubber tread is already pulling away from the sole. For 150 dollars? ridiculous.

Just got these Bondi 5 sneaks and found the arch to be high and quite uncomfortable. The insole/sock liner dig into the bottom of my foot making for a very uncomfortable run. I will be returning them. My Challenger 3 ATR's were very comfortable but the uppers began to tear within the first year. I don't put high mileage on my shoes so that was disappointing. Hoka did give me a credit which I used to purchase the Bondi 5. I love the cushioning of the Hokas but I'm not sure I'll give them a third try.