Customer Reviews Hoka Stinson 7

I bought these Stinson 7s for their more rigid forefoot rocker, and aggressive sole. It's one of the few shoes that I don't have to insert carbon or fiberglass inserts under the insoles to keep my big toe from flexing upward with every step. Generally, it seems like a good orthopedic shoe for those that need stabilization in the forefoot area. I went up a half size as well, to accommodate my excessive bone around the 1st metatarsal phalangeal joint. Living in the mountains, I need an aggressive sole for outdoor year round use. They are very comfortable, and if they get more flexible with time, I'll put some inserts in. The only thing that is not ideal for me, is that the tongue is to thin and not stiff. I need to adapt my shoes as slip ons, and this tongue slides down and bunches up when used this way when I insert my foot. I modified this problem with a sewing awl, by sewing the upper tongue to each side of the shoe. Works great.

I like these shoes for me, but unless you're a very large human like myself, you might not like them. They are huge and heavy, it feels like you're wearing low top hiking boots. I use them for hiking/walking on dirt roads and trails, some jogging at times. Not a nimble shoe, and they look a little dorky.

From the moment I first put them on, I thought they would be a great shoe to wear day to day. Lightweight and sturdy with good feel underfoot, I was beginning to like them. I put them on the second day, and my knees and ankles begin to hurt as I started walking. I read that this was a stability shoe, but it did not feel like it. In general, it was a good shoe, just not for me.

I purchased these upon a recommendation from my Doctor, who claimed HOKA trail running shoes were the best for over pronation and Plantar Fasciitis. He was right! These shoes have the best support of the many I've tried. (These are better than Brooks-Beast.) However, my Dr was also right when he mentioned their limited life span. I am several weeks into owner ship with a little under 40 walking miles (pavement and sidewalk/concrete) and the bottom soles towards the front-center show significant wear. Probably the quickest wearing sneaker I'ver ever purchased. While I understand the premium price and short lifespan for what is arguably the best-in-class supportive shoe, I'd still like to see improvements made to increase durability without compromising comfort/support.

Had four (4) pair of Bondi's for walking and recreational. Recently purchased Stinson 7's. Still plush with additional stability. Love them! Will try them for golf this week

I have ordered approx. 20 pairs since 2017/18. I have a bad foot, 3 surgeries and Hoka's helped kick my body weight to arch and heal. Have been wearing Stinson's since 2019. I can't run or hike but Hoka's are what I live in indoors and outdoors. Randomly find a color I can make work. Do not like the top heel slip in design, not sure how necessary this is for most. 2017- mid 2023 the heel was better supportin my opinion.

I have ordered approx.. 20 pairs since 2017/18. I have a bad foot, 3 surgeries and Hoka's helped kick my body weight to arch and heal. Have been wearing Stinson's since 2019. I can't run or hike but Hoka's are what I live in indoors and outdoors. Randomly find a color I can make work. Do not like the top heel slip in design, not sure how necessary this is for most. 2017- mid 2023 the heel was better support, my opinion.

I heard lots of good things from colleuges who have purchased it before me, I've been told that when you wear them, you feel like you're stepping on the clouds, from the level of comfort and long standing. Well, that was not the case for me! I don't say it is not comfortable, but do not expect extra ordinary comfort! Totally depends on your previous experience.

All about this sneaker is true. Comfort, support, and style. Quality materials and construction. Just be careful on your size. Wish I had ordered a half size larger.

I hike from Mexico to Canada every year (pct) and purchase 6 pairs of Stinsons each year (37 pairs to date). Loves: cushioning is spot on. Feels hard at first, perfect after 50 miles, and lasts about 400 miles before becoming too soft. Rocker. Love the way it rolls through the stride. Tread is just about right, could be slightly more aggressive. DISLIKES: nobody's foot is shaped like that. Please, for the love of all creatures big and small, make a foot shaped Stinson, the competition is destroying you with sales of footshaped thru hiking shoes. Additionally: why can't Hoka send shoes to a post office on trail??? No General delivery to a post office?!? I need new shoes every 12 days and with modern technologies, why oh why can't they fix this problem. The new stock insoles are a brutal joke. Just put a piece of paper inside that says "insert insole here"; the old ones were better. Still buying... reluctantly

I have many Stinson's and usually find them comfortable. However, recently they are a bit lighter in weight and do not seem as comfortable. The padding is said to be ample but to me it seems a bit less. Also, for the first time the light shoe is rubbing my toe uncomfortably.

Looks like a great product. Too wide for my foot even using inserts

I own the Stinson 6 and 7. Although I prefer the uppers and lacing on the Stinson 6, the midsole and outsole of the 7 is far superior to the 6. The Stinson 6 midsole is so soft it was done in 3 months of just walking. The 7 provides more support and durability. They are both wide for my narrow feet. I purchased a pair of Arahi 7's in a women's 12 to get a stability shoe that was narrow enough, but it does not have near the support of the Stinson 7. Weight in a shoe is irrelevant to me, I need the support and the Stinson 7 has it. Also, the Gaviota 5 is so wide its not even a consideration.

I never had Hoka's make the top of my feet sore, these did. I gave them a rest for a couple of days and they seem to be fine now. I wish Hoka could stay with some of the solid colors they used to have like the Stinson 5 instead of trying to be as wild as they can. But I guess marketing won out. Would be nice to have a combo to satisfy both.

All Hoka shoes that I have bought are so close to being great. Far better than other brands in general. These shoes were so comfortable and checked all of the boxes for me, I wore them mainly to the office and for short walks. Basically never off-road. Then, after 3 weeks, the rubber outsole started peeling and I had to return them. I'm sure I could have glued it back easily but felt that they were too new to be dealing with that.

I have Bondi 8s. I like the Stinson better. Hey HOKA, think about making a court shoe?

For starters. So far so good! I have been running in Stinsons for a while now. Very functional all-terrain running shoes. Equal mix of tight, technical trail, plus pushing my BOB running stroller with my two youngest on the road. All-weather traction on trails is good to go, but not too off-road for the road. Smooth transition! Size 15D fit is good. I will say the 7s are a slightly more stable, and have a slightly narrower overall footprint platform than the Stinson 6s. I tend to get a lot of mileage and everyday use out of my Hokas. I literally wear the soles off of them.

Hoka Stinsons are a great shoe for backpacking. I've backpacked many trips in them and gone through two pair of these and love them. But seriously whoever is picking the shoe colors for these in their department needs to be fired. who wants a shoe that looks like a birthday cake or wine colored? just make a normal looking shoe. if you need help go check out altra or topo. returned my third pair not because there was anything wrong with them but because I couldn't see myself looking down at them for the next six months

I use the product for everyday use

Background: The only Hoka style I have worn the past 10 years has been the Stinson starting with original. My everyday shoe. Walks ,runs and into the office (casual). I am 5'9", 220 lbs so appreciate the extra support. Pros: Width good, better than last version which I returned Comfortable Hard sole which I think will wear less than previous soft soles (I believe this is the reason "ATR" was taken off the name) Love the orange color Cons: Just not as much cushion/bounce as previous Stinsons. Previously felt like walking on pillows, this model is cushioned but not the same Little tight on toe box from sole to top of shoe.

A really good combo for me of plush (for total knee replacements) with some structure for the sole height stability. Strongly recommend the shoe, BUT the color schemes (in many of the current models) are far from any desirable spectrum for me (with others unsolicited comments aligned, as mine).

Due to the structure of these i have been having issues with my knee. Initially they felt great. May need to take my time breaking them in.