Customer Reviews Hoka Hupana 2

This show is like walking on clouds. The comfort of these shoes can't be overstated.

I love this shoe. It has perfect cushion and great toehox.

I bought these shoes as a supportive "everyday" shoe. I run in HOKA brand so was very excited when these came out. When I first put them on I was a little disappointed that they were more narrow in the toe box than I was used to. After a few wears they stretched a bit and now fit like a glove. They are extremely comfortable and result in NO pain whatsoever when I wear them all day.

For review perspective.... I am a 43 year old casual road/pavement female runner and I run 3-5 miles each about 3-5 days a week with an average sub-9 p/mile pace. I am a smaller person with a heavy heel strike, short strides and my left foot is mostly neutral but I battle supination with the right foot. I sometimes do longer distances and bought the Arahi's after suffering a painful setback with an IT band/knee injury during a recent Half Marathon. My previous Hoka experience was from the Clifton 3's I had to stop wearing last year because they were great on my knees/shins but terrible on my Plantar Fasciitis. The Arahi's are lightweight and have the great Hoka cushiness without sacrificing support and stability - that's a big deal in my opinion. I've had no pain from my knee on/after runs during my recovery using the Arahi's. As an added bonus, I have not had to change out the insole in the right foot because these do not cause my PF to flare at all. I am not yet back up to pace but I can tell these are better for speed than the Cliftons. PLUS, unlike most running shoes, they are incredibly comfortable walking shoes and also garner compliments on their appearance even from non-Hoka owners (I have the generic black/peach pair). I have only found two negatives.... One, the heels are loose so "flop" just a little while running even with lacing changes and this can make the heel to toe transition less smooth in spite of the great early meta rocker design. Two, I have a wider forefoot and these do not have the wider toebox I was anticipating from Hoka, this style is a little narrower but not enough to cause discomfort so far. The "cons" aren't enough to drop a star in rating for a shoe that is saving my sanity by putting me back out on the road running in comfort.

I've worn these on a 5 mile walk and a 3 mile run and around town. So far, I really like them. My feet are on the wider side, so I also bought the wide version to compare. My feet were swimming in the wides and the regular width had one snug spot which has gone away. They are lightweight and quite stable. I had tried one of the more plush models which I did not like at all. Too squishy. The Arahi has just enough. They make me wicked psyched to start running again!

Having a bone disease in my left leg causing numerous surgeries on bones and knee left me with no cartilage at all. I have been in constant pain just when walking and trying to hold off on a knee replacement since I have been told due to my weak bones it may not work and I could lose my leg. I went to a local running store to see if there was anything that could help. I have now had these Arahi shoes for about a week and they are a godsend!! With the help of an insert and these shoes I am able to walk without much pain in my knee!! I would have never imagined it was possible.. thank you for such a great shoe!

I use one pair to jog and a second pair to wear casual. The best for my pronation.

This is my new everyday all the time shoe. Very very comfy and Yes I can run in them! But I can walk, shop, go out, anything in it too. Super cute and have received a lot of great complements on them. I'm buying another pair in a different color soon, but this one will be my favorite for a long long time!

Marathon runner, training shoe

I use this as my all around workout shoe. Gym workouts, running errands, playing 5 hrs of pickleball a week and have 1 pair dedicated to mud running. Great shoe that is my forever grab and go.

Great support and cushioning. My new favorite shoe!

great

These shoes are light weight yet absorb the impact of running. They have simple lines and the sole is not as large as a normal Hoka shoe.

Comfortable

I started with this shoe to see if I liked them and I will be back for more

For relief of plantar fasctitis while running short distances.

I absolutely love this shoe!!! I have weird toes on my right foot where my third toe is the same length as my second toe. It is hard to find shoes that my toe does not jam into the front of the she. If I get a size larger they always feel too big and sloppy. These are perfect fit. I only wish the sole did not wear so quickly.

I have wider feet from 38 years of running. These shoes accommodate my orthotics. Feel cushioned but stable, so far I love them

I have been looking for a simple black and white shoe that looks sleek but still provides the support I need (sorry Nike...that is not you). I am so glad I found these shoes! I love how the bottom of the shoe is not as thick as the traditional Hoka's so they do not look bulky. The black and white color is amazing! Even my husband commented on how he enjoys all the little details on the shoes. I can't wait to wear these with everything!

Love these will be buying and other pair

Great basic shoe

Hoka shoe is used for walking and second pair of Hokas is used as my work shoe! Love these shoes!

I did a track workout twice in these & they are sooo light! Love the comfort & they look great at the gym for my weight class! I own 4 pair of HOKA's now!

I've gotten so many compliments when I wear this shoe. I use them for speed work on the track and then onto my kids' baseball games and traveling in them. Such a great neutral shoe and I especially love the color!

I was worried these wouldn't be as supportive as my Asics or Brooks, but they were perfect! Love them