Customer Reviews Hoka Challenger 7

I refer to my friend, its comfortable, holding feet right, really really comfortable

Very comfortable with a wide toe box. My feet do not feel crushed, yet they feel supported.

I wear a 10.5 in mens more consistently then I can order a size that fits the same in Womens. I have a 10.5 in Hoka shoes already, and ordered the same size in these and they were way too small. Hoping to exchange for a larger size.

Recovering from knee surgery so haven't really gotten to take them for a run yet, but I like how they feel on foot. Just the right cushion to response feel that I like. Length true to size, width feels narrow to me (I got the wide & it's right on the edge of too narrow, which was not a problem in v.5 or v.6). Since I did get wide there are only select colours available. And while I appreciate more than one option (I'm looking at YOU v.6 until a year in), I'm not a fan of any of them. But I like the shoe enough that I kept the teal/orange version. I typically run road, gravel/urban trail, and back and this shoe seems like it will do well as a hybrid shoe. But HOKA, "Challenger 7" is the moniker for those who died in the space shuttle explosion. Maybe name it something else.

Recovering from knee surgery so haven't really gotten to take them for a run yet, but I like how they feel on foot. Just the right cushion to response feel that I like. Length true to size, width feels narrow to me (I got the wide & it's right on the edge of too narrow, which was not a problem in v.5 or v.6). Since I did get wide there are only select colours available. And while I appreciate more than one option (I'm looking at YOU v.6 until a year in), I'm not a fan of any of them. But I like the shoe enough that I kept the teal/orange version. I typically run road, gravel/urban trail, and back and this shoe seems like it will do well as a hybrid shoe. But HOKA, "Challenger 7" is the moniker for those who died in the space shuttle explosion. Maybe name it something else.

These shoes like the two other pairs I own are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. Quality construction and fit

Bought these to referee soccer. 100s of games per year. Last weekend officiated 8 games and legs and feet feel great .

It is a high-quality, lightweight shoe. I love the horizontally ribbed shoe strings that kept my shoes tied without having to double knot them! I hillsides wish they were just slightly wider. Customer service was outstanding. UPS claimed they delivered them but I never received them and the customer service department canceled that order and ordered me a new pair on the same day and I receive them three days later. Ultimately, I returned the shoes within the 30 day window because the arches didn't fall quite right for my feet, but in my opinion that should not stop you from trying these shoes out yourself. The return with simplicity itself

It is a high-quality, lightweight shoe. I love the horizontally ribbed shoe strings that kept my shoes tied without having to double knot them! I hillsides wish they were just slightly wider. Customer service was outstanding. UPS claimed they delivered them but I never received them and the customer service department canceled that order and ordered me a new pair on the same day and I receive them three days later. Ultimately, I returned the shoes within the 30 day window because the arches didn't fall quite right for my feet, but in my opinion that should not stop you from trying these shoes out yourself. The return with simplicity itself

Have had about 2 weeks. Have not worn on trails but so far as my everyday wear they are fabulous.

Felt comfortable the moment I put them on. There was the expected break in on the first couple of 2-3 mile walks. Had to adjust lasing to get the tingling out of my left foot. No problem from then on.

I had the previous version, it was great. This model rubs my achilies tendon due to the weird shaped back of shoes. The loop to help pull the shoe on has also been removed, it was a great feature. Do not buy this shoe.

I have wide foot. I ordered EE size and the sizing was too narrow.

This was a purchase for a Waitress that is always on her feet. this was a welcome surprise and needed replacement for the footwear that she was wearing. she was very grateful and noticed the difference in her legs at the end of her shift. Money well spent.

Very comfortable shoes

Shoes are comfortable and I do recommend them minus one issue that was resolved by HOKA. I use wide sizes, the right side shoe was quite tight and uncomfortable. HOKA refunded the cost and will reorder.

Shoes are comfortable and I do recommend them minus one issue that was resolved by HOKA. I use wide sizes, the right side shoe was quite tight and uncomfortable. HOKA refunded the cost and will reorder.

Great plush cushion trail shoe. It doesn't quite have the stability in the hind foot that the bondi 8 has, but it's my next favorite shoe. Ran 15 miles in them last week and had plenty of cushion for that distance and I'm 205 pounds.

Very comfortable, ton of cushion. Could be a bit wider in the forefoot... .still a bit narrow. Rubber is great but has very poor grip on any icy surface. Rubber compound seems a bit off...

Annoyed at first because I was not clear on their D versus W shoe width. They made the return effortless and replaced the show within a week. This has to be the best sneaker I've ever owned. Do yourself a favor and try one, it may be the last brand you ever use. I didn't even have to change the insole. Keep doing what you're doing, making a great sneaker. Thanks.

These shoes have definitely helped my back pain but if it wasn't for that I would return them. They are no more comfortable than Skechers. My feet still hurt everyday.

These hiking shoes give me foot pain after a short period of light walking, despite having new shoe inserts. I see no difference versus my old non-Hoka hiking shoes. I'm disappointed. This was a big purchase for me.

Standing and walking on my big feet for 10-12 hours a day. I love the cushiony feel and support. Will always buy Hoka sneakers in the future.

The Challenger 7 is a good shoe, and I'm wearing it every day. I really like the beefed-up tread for my outdoor yard work. BUT, I really just wish it had the supportive feel and 'bounce' that my Bondi's have -- albeit with the off-road tread that the Challenger has.