Customer Reviews Hoka Kaha 2 GORE-TEX®

Workmanship was extremely disappointing immediately upon opening the Hoka box, especially at this retail price point. Instead of rubber reinforcing the leather upper, you could see how the leather was just pieced and glued in. There were messy gaps between the leather and rubber parts. Under the sole, the tread looked impressive for traction, but again the gluing was hasty and pieces were gaping. Back on top, the eyelets around which the laces tie look like cheap plastic that will quickly loosen or break off. So it's easy to imagine multiple weak points where this hiking boot would start falling apart or allow water to leak in, even after minimal wear. Upon trying on the boots, the padding was fairly cushy, which I was seeking after recently injuring my ankle. But after walking just a few feet on a carpet with the laces strung only loosely, I could already start feeling this boot's pressure on my ankle bone. What a disappointment after seeing the terrific reviews. Seriously, think twice, don't waste your time.