Customer Reviews Hoka Anacapa Low GORE-TEX®

I agree with another reviewer, the bizarre extra heel pad just does not work. For one, it is narrow and does not stay in place very well. On the right shoe, the pad had been smashed and maintained an odd bend to it so it did not fit regardless. Why not just bulk up the heel area instead of adding this weirdo pad Hoka? I really wonder how some designs pass muster. The shoe itself is comfy but the heel feels a bit bulky in length. The heel sticks out of the back of the shoe and I feel like these would be great on a kids bike to place the heel down to come to a sliding stop. Back they go.

These weren't offered in wide, but I took a chance and tried them anyway since they were on sale. Unfortunately I really need the wide width so I'll have to return them. Lesson learned.

Built good fit is just totally wrong

I bought sz 10 1/2: too big. Returned them for a 10- too narrow in forefoot. Sadly I give up. Wanted Hoka hiking shoes because I love the Hoka running shoes and trail shoes I have.

Like others said, sizing feels off. I got the 8.5 which is my normal size. It felt like they were long enough but somehow the toe space was too small such that my big toe was rubbing too much against the top of the shoe. I sized up to 9 which now feels a little too long but Im going to keep them since I think they would work with thick socks in the winter. Overall not too happy with the cushioning or arch support either. Might be that the size is just not perfect but all around this is not the most comfortable shoe. For reference I also own the Bondi 8 which is sooo much more comfortable and cushioned and the sizing is normal. SUCH a shame since the exterior of these shoes is gorgeous. Home should redesign the interior.

I bought these shoes to wear hiking in Ireland because I wanted waterproof hikers. While they fit the bill, they are nowhere near as comfortable as the sneakers. The toe box is very stiff, and they aren't as padded, so the balls of my feet got a little sore.

To me, these shoes are just ok. They are hard and stiff,kinda hurts my arch. Can only wear them for a short time. Will not purchase again.

Shoes feel heavy and hot. Not much airflow so feet get sweaty quickly. The first time I wore them was on a 5 mile hike and I got blisters on the inside of my ankles (odd place) despite wearing thick socks. I would not purchase this edition again.

This is a nice looking and very well made shoe, but it just wasn't right for my feet. It was too narrow for my foot and the material was stiff and rather uncomfortable. I ended up returning these and going with the Gaviota 4, same size and width. It was perfect right out of the box.

I am so sad they don't have wide options for these shoes! I LOVED everything about it- the color, the sole, the look, but it was unfortunately too tight around my foot. I don't even normally need to go for wide sizes- but with HOKA that has been the case. So disappointed as I was looking forward to it being my new go-to pair! If you have narrow feet this is the shoe for you but if not, avoid it:(

It's not what I thought

I purchased this for a hiking shoe. It was very comfortable and seemed like it would be great for this purpose however the sizing was too small (too short). I have other Hoka sneakers size 9, which fit well and provide a little room. However a 9 in this had hunt toes touching the front which isn't good for hiking. As a side note I had also purchased the Kaha 2 size 9 to try, and they fit great. As a comparison between the two, I found the Kaha 2s to be a little chunkier of the two styles.

Pros: waterproof, grip on ice and snow and comfortable for my plantar fasciitis. Cons: sole is not even on bottom, can't plant heal correctly when going downstairs because of heal flair, higher sole difficult with bad knees going down stairs.

I purchased a size up since wider width was not available. It was very narrow. Lengthwise, both feet were about 3/4 inches too short. I do like other shoes, so I do wish wider hikers were available. These are too narrow overall unless going to a wider width.