Customer Reviews Hoka Clifton 9

Hoka is my favorite brand of athletic shoes and I have three pairs of Clifton 8. When Clifton 9 came out, I ordered a pair in my usual size, 8.5 B. I loved the extra cushioning but the shoes were too big. When I went down a size and tried on an 8B, they were a bit too small. Glad that I have my three Clifton 8s. I hope that when Clifton 10 comes out, Hoka returns to the sizing Clifton 8 but keeps the plushness of Clifton 9.

I bought my first pair of Hokas on the recommendation of my foot surgeon who highly recommended Hokas. I have totally enjoyed the Clifton 8. I prefer the sole and the more slender appearance. I find the Clifton 9 more wide in the toe box and the sole is more like the Bondi sole.

toe box narrow not wide enough. i have a pair of Hokas that fit me perfect. They are w challenger ATR 5 wide 10 d

I had to buy a total of 5 pairs to find the right size. I wear an 8 in a different style of Hokas and had to size down to 7 wide for this pair. Now that I have the right size, I am trailing them to see if I'm going to keep them.

I've loved my previous Clifton's but planning to return the 9. They do not feel as cushioned as the previous versions, plus they seem narrower than before.

I tried out the Clifton 9s which the Hoka team and my orthopedist recommended after I tried the Bondi 8 redesign which absolutely didn't work for me due to a narrower mid and forefoot. These are better than the Bondi 8s, but they still run narrower at the mid foot and are less cushioned than I prefer. I am also not a fan of how high the shoe comes up my ankle in the back. I ordered two colors in the same size but the all black pair was shorter and narrower than the pale mauve, so I returned the black ones. I'm hanging on to the mauve pair while I try out other brands to see if I can find something I love as much as the Bondi 7s. At the recommendation of my orthopedist, I also tried a couple other Hokas - as compared to the Clifton 9s, the Arahis were even more narrow/firm and the Gaviotas were far too firm though the width was perfect. Please bring back the Bondi 7s, those were the best sneakers that I've ever worn.

Fast shipping and great customer service. If you are looking for a B7 replacement, this isn't it. I have tried the B8 and did not like them. I have a plate and 8 screws in ankle from motorcycle accident from 1998 and the B7 was like walking on clouds. The Clifton 9 is wearable and more comfortable than B8. Bring back the BONDI 7 PLEASE!!!