Customer Reviews Hoka Stinson 7

Couple months? What a waste. Rubber tread pulling away.

Arrived in used condition. They look like someone has worn them for a month already. The original box was clearly beat up, so it should have been obvious that the shoes were used. Super shady business practice.

Matt from Doctors of running recommended these for hiking. so I bought these shoes for short weekend hikes. They tend to run narrow in the mid foot. This should have been the first warning sign. Though initially comfortable the first month, more recently they became really uncomfortable and started giving my blisters at the top of my left arch if I wear them for 2 to 3 hours. Unfortunately, I am out of the return window and Hoka wont take them back.

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webbing started to tear after 4 weeks of casual wear. Hoka did nothing to fix them.

Got an 11 and a 10 1/2. Sent them back. Pretty disappointing.

I have loved all my hokas but there's a slight tear in the right top panel and it's getting bigger. Not sure if I have a warranty. I only wear them for work and I know that I didn't damage it. this hasn't happened to any of the other pairs that I've had for a lot longer.

I returned this product because it started falling apart within a week or two. I contacted your customer service and was told I would have to take it to a UPS store to return it and wait for it to be evaluated and refunded and be without shoes for god knows how long. There would be no compensation for having to go out of my way and being without the shoes and my money. Best they could do was 10% off my next purchase which is no different than what you offer new customers on your website. When I asked to speak to supervisor I was told that request wasn't approved. I am a nurse who has bought Hokas at least twice a year for 10 years. I have never been so dissatisfied with a customer service experience in my life. First you don't stand behind your products or make any attempts to fix a situation appropriately or keep a loyal customer. Just absolutely disgraceful. I bought these shoes for my fiance bc after years of wearing them I told him he needed to try them. Now not only will I tell everyone how they fell apart I will tell them what a terrible company you are to deal with and how your customer service is a nightmare and not to give them your money. I really tried several times to give you guys an opportunity to make it right but you clearly don't care. For shame!

The shoe is comfortable and with plenty of tread I'll give them that but It completely fell apart after only two months of light wear. My toes have already poked through the fabric on both shoes, The fabric is coming apart from the base of the shoes on both sides with both shoes, the fabric by my smallest toes are now ripping. There's a solid 1.5 inch hole in the side of my left shoe from this. Oh, and the plastic art/design that is on top of the fabric of the shoe is all peeling off. I've only worn them about three months now and they look like they've been run over by a lawnmower. This isn't normal because I've owned two pairs of Hokas in the past and lasted me much longer. This is my worst shoe from hola yet. When I looked online I saw that unfortunately, many people are discovering quality issues with Hoka. I'm gonna stay away from Hoka until this is fixed. My shoe cost 150 and three months in I already have to purchase another shoe.

For years it's been Hoka or the highway. After three decades of trail running and both meniscus done, Hokas (Speedgoat and Stinsons) had me on the trail with zero pain. When it came time to invest in a new pair, I read the Speedgoat reviews and hoped the many reports on poor quality were isolated to that model. Nope - less than 15 days after putting on my new Sinson 7s, after two walks to break them in, I took my first packed dirt, zero grade trail run, and while stretching, I noticed the mesh upper pulling away from the rubber lower on both sides of the left shoe. What a colossal disappointment. I'm happy to pay two hundred dollars for a shoe that gets me on the trail, but not when it falls apart two weeks later. I wonder if Hoka's corner cutting to save material and assembly costs is worth parting ways with another loyal customer. I mean, how do you get one back once he/she's gone? Sad. For both of us.

My Stinson 7s uppers have split at the toes on both shoes - a rip on the fabric. My older Stinsons did not have flimsy fabric on top - hoka went cheap and I paid for it The shoes are barely usable and I've had them for a few months

Ordered a pair back in November for pavement walking around 12 miles a week. The sole started to unglue from the seams within 3 months. I then sent back for another pair and the same thing is happening. its a shame because they are very comfortable. will go back to the challenger

I have loved my Hokas over the years and have had 4 pairs of Speedgoats, then switched to Stinson's last yr after visiting a Hoka store and trying them on. I loved them! Wore them on a 75 mi trek on the Alta Via 1 trail in Italy then continued to run in them putting on 600 miles on them. They lasted beautifully. In May 2025 I purchased a new pair of Stinson 7 and after 20 mi they started falling apart. Becoming unglued. I returned them for another pair and the second pair did the same thing. They started falling apart after a few runs. I took them to do TMB Trek and after they looked like they were going to fall off my feet. After talking to an agent they only suggested returning for another pair. I love the Stinson 7s but this is ridiculous. Have to imagine I'm not the only one dealing with this. I'm not sure what to do? Returning them for an another only to have to do it again is not the answer. Hoka- can you problem solve this and get me a pair that are going to hold up?

I purchased two pairs of Hoka Stinsons directly from Hoka online. I had hoped to use them on a continuing hike the Continental Divide Trail. In the past, I had a good experience with three pairs of Hoka Speedgoats. After only ten miles, the Hoka Stinson 7 forefoot upper began to separate from the top edge of the shoe. Basically, the seal between the fabric and upper edge came apart. It appears that it was poorly glued. It occurred on both sides on each shoe. It is a material defect. Because I am hiking I don't have the luxury of the Hoka warranty rigamarole. I am disappointed that a trail running shoe has problems after only ten miles.

Been looking for a shoe to compliment the Ahri 7. Thought this might do it but out of the box to stiff. Tried the Anacapa Breeze low but after 2 months wearing them hips hurt when I walked. So I'm back to the Arhi7. To date these are the best for me. PS I have really bad feet and overpronate terribly. Do date the Argo 7 is only shoe that works. And it's great.

Been wearing Stinson 7's for years. I have ordered 2 pairs in the last month. Both started coming apart where the sole meets the shoe on the side within days. I sent one pair back and received a credit. Bought another and they had the same issue in the first week. They are comfortable but the durability is clearly a manufacturing defect. I don't feel like continuing to send them back. Pretty disappointing.

The shoe started separating at the seems where the base meets the top . The vinyl design started to peel away as well. Very comfy but very poor construction. Easy return

I bought these for walking. They hurt my feet. seems like they put to much pressure on the outside of my feet. like they're sqeazing my feet.

Well built and stable shoe but unfortunately my toes were badly bruised after less than 2 miles of slow run.The toe box material don't seem to agree with my toes.Have to return it unfortunately.I had better luck with my Bondi..

It's completely see-through. Hated it and returned it so fast it would make your head spin. Never buying another shoe from Hoka. Also sizing was off.

These were my sixth Hoka shoe purchase. My first were the Stinson ATR 6. I loved them and also purchased the Stinson boot back when it was available. I had finally found a shoe I could walk comfortably in with my various foot issues. I have also ordered slides, flip flops and sandals. All were great and held up well. My When my sneakers wore out, I put chest the Stinson 7 expecting the same quality. Within a couple of months the vinyl started separating from the shoe around the toe. There was no reason this should be happening, so I sent in the shoes under a warranty claim. The warranty is for one year and my claim was denied for being out of the range. I purchased the shoes in August of 24 and returned them December 28 of 2024. I am very disappointed with the quality of these shoes and with the customer service.

I'm on a fixed income and decided to purchase these four years ago, due to severe spinal stenosis. They are above my financial means but they have helped me. The last pair I bought, I had to exchange because they started to fray on top. A year later I still have the replacement pair. I ordered a new pair and they were delivered on 11/18/2024. I have generally worn the new pair on the weekend when I go out and wear my old pair around the house. Two days after the 60 day warranty, the new pair are coming apart and now I am unable to exchange them. I have barely worn them! The material appears to be poor quality in comparison to my old pair and I'm very disappointed. For this price and in consideration of my income I will buy something less expensive. There's no advantage in spending extra money for something that's poor quality. I can not add photos.