Customer Reviews Hoka Challenger ATR 6

Purchased my size. They felt small. Short in this case. Clicked the exchange procedure and requested the same shoes a half size larger. I shipped my current shoes back 2 days later. Been almost 3 weeks now, and still have not received the exchange larger shoes yet. How long does it take???

Oh my. Recommended as an alternate to my beloved Bondi 7's, I have had 3 pair. First of all, too narrow and not at all cushy. Also short, and I always order 8,5 R. Returned reluctantly for new Bondi 8, but Hoka did not have my requested color/size, so received refund instead. Went on the hunt to other retailers, and found Bondi 8 at LL Bean; quite a markup in price, and ordered .5 size larger per their recommendation, so size 9 R. OMG they look like clown shoes plenty comfy, but mighty wide and super ugly. Just returned to LL Bean today. I want Bondi 7's back

The right shoe insole cuts into my heel. Not as comfortable as I thought. Hopefully they will break in.

The shoes are super comfy and feel great to run in. However, I ordered the elderberry / lilac color and the shoes are not the same as pictured. Online the images the show the bottom of the show to be orange, but mine are black. I am a little disappointed that the shoes are not actually the same as advertised, but in the end this does not affect the it's comfort or performance.

Comfortable but squeaky. Annoyed.

I would take the questionnaire first and figure out what shoe would be right for me. I didn't know about that when I ordered. Next time I will do it right.

I finally gave in and bought a pair of these and it's basically one of the best decisions I've made for work apparel. They are super comfortable and stable and I can walk in them during the whole shift. I actually bought specifically these because I really liked the orange accents on top and on the bottom, but the ones I received have barely any orange on them, bottom soles are completely gray a little too boring for me.

I love the comfort of the shoes. This particular style I am not crazy about, but overall comfort is great!

But still not better than the Clifton 8 or the Arahi also I didn't like that much the material or could be the color makes them look cheap .

I have arthritis and spondylolisthesis (spine broke as a kid) and I got these shoes after they had been recommended time and time again. I am 5'3 and weigh approximately 260 lbs, I'm also AFAB. These shoes I do find to be supportive and help me stay balanced. I have a fairly active job and the shoes have served me well enough. They definitely were not created with active fat people in mind and I can see them wearing. They are replacing a pair of Reebok Terrex trail runners which were only slightly worse. The price difference between the two was a jump however. Also they do not match my clothing and I look stupid a lot, but seeing as I wear a 10 wide and needed something to keep me from slipping, these were the best choice.

I used this product for trail running. I don't think they have as much support as previous models of the Challengers. I've been buying challengers for a few years and there seems to be a big change in the base of the shoe.

I bought two pairs of HOKA sneakers in the same size. The other style fit and these are too tight.

The shoes fit fine and are cushioned, but I was disappointed by the color offerings. Wish you had cute, fun colors and not just boring orthopedic shoes.

I switched to trail running shoes from running shoes. soles are holding up after 1 month of use.

I've run in the Challenger ATR since version 2- mostly trail & long distance. Have loved it .. . .until v6. I've got custom orthotics & this latest version's heel cup is not deep enough to keep my heel in the shoe- no matter what lacing strategy I employ. I've tried switching models, and it seems to be a consistent problem I'm having across the HOKA lineup. Please bring back the v5 fit ( with the padded tongue). . . .

I love my Hokas.... but I don't live near a store which sells them, so I need to purchase online. I purchased the new version (6) in the same size as the shoe I have had for multiple orders, and this time the shoe is too big. Super frustrating. Why can't you get the sizing consistent? I needed to use them, so didn't return them, and now am using a pair of shoes too big for me.

Like most Hokas, the Challenger ATR is comfortable out of the box with little break in time required. I took these hiking once, and on a handful of dog walk/runs before the tread actually tore and was flapping. Less than 25 miles total wear, and I'm either gluing them or sending them back. Customer service is great with Hoka, and they will take returns even if you purchased them at a run shop, which is what I did. This brings me to the problem of what to do with my return credit. The Speedgoat's have better soles, but I've tried these on in store before and they are narrow and constricting. My issues with ordering in Wide is twofold: I do not have wide feet, and wide sizes (as well as ordering up a half size) tends to cause heel slippage. I am a true blue size 8 with high arches. What I want in a trail shoe is a foot shaped toe box AND ultra cushioning, but that would require that my two favorite running shoe companies have a love child. May I introduce you? Can we make this happen?