Customer Reviews Hoka Clifton 8
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Customer Fit Survey:
82%"Felt true to size"
89%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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I have always worn a size 8 in the Hoka Clifton, but this new one (Clifton 8) is a half size larger. I returned them and got the 7.5 and it fits great.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have purchased prior versions of the Hoka Clifton and have LOVED them. These are a little disappointing - they don't have quite the same fit around my foot. The upper of the shoe is a bit odd - the fabric isn't firm enough to hold it's shape, so when you look down at your shoe it looks a bit like it's bunching. They've also add some different support behind the ankle and lowered the ankle. It's not horrible, but I prefer the older Cliftons. I will need to to start researching other brands as the Hoka Clifton will no longer be my go-to shoe.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Size down, the original size I purchased I had to return because the shoes kept slipping off the back of my heels. Additionally, I don't ever buy wide shoes in any style but I found that these shoes are incredibly narrow and giving me blisters because of it, so I wish I had. Other than that they are very well made and great for working out/running, just wish they fit me correctly.
Taylor,
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My last Hokas were Clifton 5's. I finally decided to replace them. Clifton 8's don't seem to be the same quality in the uppers and feel snug. Most of all, I really dislike the stiff, high-profile heel pull, especially compared to the all knit style of my old Clifton 5's. I've decided to go to our local runner's supply store to try on a variety of styles to find my new favorites.
Joyce, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I got these because so many people recommended then, but they have turned out to be too much shoe for me, a petite female. Too heavy, albeit comfortable enough. Too padded in the inside of the foot for me. Wish I had not worn them outdoors or I would return them.
Regretful,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Bought these as a gift and the recipient really enjoys them. I would have given 5 stars but I waited until "Black Friday" to get a deal but Hoka actually raised their price on that day.
Vinnie C,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
They were highly recommended by a friend. Unfortunately, I thought I was getting a shoe with a more neutral alignment. Had back surgery and wasn't able to try them out right away. By the time I was able to start PT, my therapist said I had the wrong shoe for my gait. Past the 30 days. Bummer.
Maggie,
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I bought these shoes because everyone raves about how comfortable and wide they are. I have a metatarsal fracture on the side of my foot that is painful when pressure is applied. I even ordered these shoes in wide. They were not wide - the rubber sides of the sole were not even as wide as my Nike flyknits, which are more comfortable. So, I had to return the Hokas. Side note: they smell very strongly of rubber - I left the box open overnight & the smelled up the room they in.
Cindy, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
They are really cute, lots of people love them. I hate them, they hurt my feet they seem to wear unevenly on my heel.
RN4U,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I recently wrote a review about the narrowing of the Cliftons. Not only have I had to go to a wide which I havent ever worn before because a I have narrow, skinny foot but the thickness of the tongue is so uncomfortable that it hurts the top of my foot. I have to keep the laces loose which then leaves the heel prone to slippage. I'm not sure how much longer I am going to be able to stay with Hoka, and I hate that because I have loved them since Clifton 6 and have worn many pairs.
Lori,
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Really was excited for these shoes, as I have the Hoka recovery slides and live in them! Unfortunately, these were to long, narrow at toe-bed, and lacked in arch support. For me, they didn’t have the same arch support as the slides and I was looking for something more substantial.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Sadly, these shoes were too narrow, even in the wide width. I normally wear the Hoka Challenger ATR in a 8.5 wide and was hoping these Cliftons would fit the same as those. Unfortunately, I will be returning them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have wide, somewhat flat feet. I could feel the arch a bit and, for me, I don’t need to feel it. I ended up also buying New Balance 1080v11. For me, these felt better. I returned the Hokas.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Wall of the shoe is too high and irritates my foot when I run more than 2 miles in them. I do not have any special inserts in my shoes normally and I saw a running specialist and they said my arch is neutral and normal. This is my first time trying Hokas. I would recommend trying a bunch of pairs or going to a running store to get fitted for a shoe so this does not happen. Not opposed to trying a different Hokas shoe but would not buy this one again for running
Anna,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
This is the very first time that I got a blister while running. I could feel my second toe move back and forth while jogging. This happened about the 5 th time I ran in these shoes for a distance of only 6 miles.
Sabrina,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Bought a medium Clifton 8 and it seems wide. My heel is loose in the back. Also i sometimes feel like I'm leaning back. i guess because it's a rocker type sneaker
Kathy,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I was hoping this would be similar to the HOKA x OV Clifton shoes but they are not. They're more stiff and frankly, not much different from running shoes of other brands. I already wore them so unfortunately cannot return. Please bring back the HOKA x OV Clifton! They were the first HOKA shoes I've purchased and were perfect in every day.
HOKA X,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I wear these shoes exclusively in the hospital setting. They are very comfortable and supportive, but my right shoe is "squeaky". I have a very professional role and there is often laughter when I am walking with someone as the squeaking sound is difficult to ignore. Laughter is good, but not really what I was looking for in an expensive shoe.
Shelley,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
I have been wearing the Cliftons since the Clifton 6 and loved them. They fit perfectly and honestly I feel that they "healed" my hips with the wonderful cushioning. Then the 7's came out and were a bit narrower but I was still able to wear them but not as comfortably. So I tried another brand which lacked the cushion but had a wider toe box. I came back to the Clifton. Now the 8's are out and are even more narrow. I have tried to get used to them but have blisters on my toes. I have a very thin foot and actually used to wear narrow shoes but a couple weeks ago I went to the Bondi and bought a wide. I have ordered a Clifton wide and hoping it works. The Bond is great cushion but heavy. Honestly, I feel that Hoka is narrowing me out of their shoes.
Lori,
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These are very cushy but I couldn’t wear them due to the insole. It felt like some sharp rubbing the side of my arch in my foot. I really think it’s according to how you’re made. My feet are slight pigeon toed and I tend to put weight on the outward sides, I have a high arch plus plantar fasciitis. After wearing these a little over 30 minutes I was done and had my brooks launch back on.
Chris, Zappos Customer,
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I like my Clifton 7 better, 8s seem a little narrower. What’s with the short shoelaces? Not enough to even knot? Hummmmmmm
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
My first pair had literally thousands of miles on them . The most comfortable shoes. This last pair are great too but they make a squeaky noise when I walknot cool!
Hard W,
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I really wanted to like this shoe based on cushion level, but the arch was way too low.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I tried the sneakers for a trial run as part of the 30 day runlimited program but they were not comfortable on the arch of my feet.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at HOKA ONE ONE
Retuned Clifton 8 in size 7.5 medium because these caused a corn on right foot. Got resized for a 8 wide. Never wore that size in other shoes. Now the width is ok but not too sure about the size. Seems as though my foot is sloshing around , heel is loose. The top front of the shoe is wrinkled and clown-like Not coming back to HOKA. Would like a refund not a credit. These shoes are clearly not for me
Carrie,
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