Customer Reviews Hoka Challenger 7 GORE-TEX®

Walking - good support - plush footbed - fun color

Walking - good support - plush footbed - fun color

I bought the challenger GTX because I wanted a light, waterproof trail runner to use hiking and dog walking in a variety of conditions, and because it comes in interesting colours compared to other GTX models. For years I have bought the speedgoat GTX . I love the vibram that is secure on slippery surfaces, it has a great responsiveness on the trail and pavement, and the waterproof quality lasts for about a year. While the colour is interesting, the Challenger feels very different. It doesn't have the structure of the speedgoat nor the responsiveness. It feels like a worn pair of sneakers, or cheaper sneakers from another brand. The nonvibram sole feels a bit slippery on wet sidewalks. So, I was left thinking that this shoe does not have that great Hoka feel. I'll be returning them.

I was having sudden foot pain and heard about Hoka. I bought a beautiful pair of colorful and fun shoes that also took my pain away while walking to crazy rescues who love to pull. with the tread I am not only pain free but have managed to stay on my feet.:)

I ordered these trail running shoes the week before my Costa Rican vacation(poor planning) and only wore them around inside my house for two days before our trip. These shoes were comfortable and were perfect for hiking through the rain forest on steep muddy rocky trails and even were good for hiking up an old lava flow. My feet never felt wet and I'm pretty sure the tread on these shoes kept me from slipping or falling down. The fit is the same as my Bondi 7 shoes.

The shoes were so wide that i couldn't get them tied tight enough. I have no idea how anyone wears these shoes.

The shoes were so wide that i couldn't get them tied tight enough. I have no idea how anyone wears these shoes.

This is my third pair of Hoka these are the best by far. I have RA and my feet always hurts.

Wasn't sure if the shoe would be comfortable enough to wear for extended periods but to my surprise, they are extremely comfortable

Bulky. Men's shoe feeling. Gave me a back ache after an hour of wearing. Back in the box they went

I am a longtime Hoka customer, but these are my favorites so far. They are light but stable, great traction and water resistant. I purchased them for golfing this Spring and have been pleasantly impressed with their warmth and comfort.

I am a longtime Hoka customer, but these are my favorites so far. They are light but stable, great traction and water resistant. I purchased them for golfing this Spring and have been pleasantly impressed with their warmth and comfort.

Bought a black pair of these Hoka's to wear on a trip. The weather was rainy and having the waterproofing was a lifesaver. Was able to wear them walking for miles a day while sightseeing and also to the gym for weight workouts! Feet were COMFORTABLE. No blisters or problems whatsoever. I give them 5-stars for comfort and versatility. On appearance, I would give them 4-stars because they look bulky. I prefer a sleeker looking shoe.

Bought a black pair of these Hoka's to wear on a trip. The weather was rainy and having the waterproofing was a lifesaver. Was able to wear them walking for miles a day while sightseeing and also to the gym for weight workouts! Feet were COMFORTABLE. No blisters or problems whatsoever. I give them 5-stars for comfort and versatility. On appearance, I would give them 4-stars because they look bulky. I prefer a sleeker looking shoe.

First of all, these were the most uncomfortable shoes I've ever put on my feet. There was zero comfort and support, and I was shocked at how unpleasant they are to wear. Secondly, upon opening the box I was heavily disappointed - the material looks cheap which I didn't expect for this price point, and the fabric part of the shoes had wrinkles that would not dissipate after unboxing. I considered an exchange in hopes another model would be less unpleasant, then changed my mind and went for a return because I highly doubt the quality will vary much from one shoe to another in the same brand line. I opted for a pair of Brooks, and am happy with that purchase. The good news is, customer service was fantastic and very helpful.

First of all, these were the most uncomfortable shoes I've ever put on my feet. There was zero comfort and support, and I was shocked at how unpleasant they are to wear. Secondly, upon opening the box I was heavily disappointed - the material looks cheap which I didn't expect for this price point, and the fabric part of the shoes had wrinkles that would not dissipate after unboxing. I considered an exchange in hopes another model would be less unpleasant, then changed my mind and went for a return because I highly doubt the quality will vary much from one shoe to another in the same brand line. I opted for a pair of Brooks, and am happy with that purchase. The good news is, customer service was fantastic and very helpful.

I needed a waterproof running shoe bc I need to run on grassand the grass is almost always wet. These shoes are in fact waterproof, lightweight, and very comfortable. I had some low back pain and knee pain before that I am not feeling since I bought these Hoka shoes (I'm 58 years old).

A beautiful shoe light weight and comfortable- at first then my toes started complaining An earlier hola was much more comfortabke on hard ground

This is my 6th pair of hokas! These are the best ones yet! So far they are all good though

I love my Hoka sneakers: although they are not at all spongy, i still like them..

Run/walk light hike