Customer Reviews Hoka Mach 6

If the Clifton and Carbon x3 had a child it would be this shoe. You can run long easy, tempo, and do intervals all in this one shoe. Clifton has the legacy of the one shoe does all but this is a strong contender as a one shoe does all role. Good job Hoka!

So I'm new to running and I love the bounce on this shoe! I went and ordered a Mach 5 as well and this is honestly a wayyy better ride. More bounce and the durability with the rubber helps! I am a bit heavier so the rubber on the outsole is going to help long term, I can tell that I may be lucky to get 100 miles out of my Mach 5 but this was built to last! The bounce is so much fun to run in!

I cannot seem to help myself but I keep reaching for this pair every time I go out for a run. First time trying Hoka. I have done a couple of 4mile to 6 mile runs on them and my legs feel great and fresh every time I run in them. I am worried I might have a new favorite! Nice bounce feel, snuggly fit. The heel step feels low, but it depends on what you are used to or how you step. Overall I love the shoe and can't wait to try it for longer runs, I think it will hold on pretty good.

I took a brake from longer distance running and just started again with training , went straight to the Hoka website to choose my shoes, again " winner choice " I love the Mach6

I'm an intermediate runner in my early 40s, with a typical cruising speed of 8:30/mi in the 5K-10K distance. My feet are slightly wide, and computer imaging sized my feet at men's size 9.5E. While dealing with a minor left knee injury, I noticed that my Clifton 9 were the only shoes in my rotation that allowed for mostly pain-free running, and I needed a speed-shoe while recovering. Come Mach 6. Considering my injury, I did not have high expectations. The first impression upon putting the Mach 6 on was its similarity to Clifton 9, while feeling more narrow, though not tight, with a better foot lockdown. These shoes are really lightweight. When I took them out for a first run, a 5K in the streets, I PR'd immediately, topping my previous best by 13 seconds on a mile. Then last weekend, I took them on a first longer run, an 8-miler, and I logged a 10K PR during that run. All-in-all, no perceivable issues with my knee, despite the speed, and I am grateful. How does the Mach 6 feel? On that first run, I immediately thought of ASICS Novablast 3, but without the squishiness, and with some more perception of the ground feel underneath. The energy return is clearly present and feels propulsive. Just pushing forward feels more engaged and encouraged in the Mach 6. While the shoes are not necessarily "unstable," they are less stable than the Clifton 9. Therefore, I wouldn't suggest them for walking. There are more suitable options for that purpose. Overall, the Mach 6 is an outstanding running shoe, and definitely a winner for me.

This shoe fit well right out of the box. I use it for track workouts and tempo runs. I used it for one long run so far (16 miles) just to see how it would do and it was amazing during the long run. This shoe can literally do it all. I have been using the Clifton and Rincons since 2019 and I love both of those shoes too but I think I am a Mach guy now.

Use a a daily trainer up to 15 miles. Really enjoy it. True to size for me.

Great shoe, and the wide version is just perfect! I would recommend for sure. Almost felt like I didn't need to break them in. It's not extremely wide at all, and just good enough, I would assume they are narrow otherwise.

Bought these as a daily trainer. These were my first non-Nike running shoes in a number of years. I put a couple of 6 mile runs on them, and then ripped through a marathon distance through the streets of Philadelphia. Very few issues - a few hot spots here and there over the course of the run, but for the most part they were a joy to run in. Highly recommend.

The Mach 6 is an improvement over the Mach 5 (ran through two pair of 5s). A bit narrower in the toe box and a firmer ride but more responsive. The firm feel has softened a little bit after the first 50-60 miles. I prefer the look of the Mach 6. Less boxy, color scheme better. Great for tempo and speed work. Still good for zone 2 runs but not as plush as the Mach 5s. Going to buy another pair when these wear out.

This is a very comfortable lightweight shoe Would recommend for anyone with exercise and running in mind

They look great and feel even better

Absolutely the best version of this shoe yet. Much improved fit in the upper forefoot that makes the this show comfortably wrap your foot without sacrificing the natural movement. The additional rubber to the outsole gives just enough stability to make this a great daily trainer and improve the durability.

Reference: I wear Clifton 9 size 9.5, Cielo X size 9, Mach 5 size 9.5. For Mach 6, 9.5 wide. It fits well out of the box. Hearing that it runs narrow, I got the wide. It might get little loose after few miles. Performance: The bounce is better than Mach 5 but less than Cielo. It will be a perfect daily trainer.

The Mach lineup has had a spot in my running shoe rotation since the Mach 4. I've put hundreds of miles on both the 4 and 5 and have loved them both dearly and feel that the 5 improved on the 4. This is the same case with the 6 overall, with a few minor downsides. First off, this shoe definitely feels like it will be more durable than the 5 which is my main problem with the 5. Otherwise, the shoe was perfect. The 6 is a little tight if you order TTS but I like the snug fit. It doesn't feel as fun or snappy to run in compared to the 5 but I think that's due to emphasizing longevity in the foam which is what everybody didn't like about the 5. The Mach 6 is still plenty of fun to run in and super light so it makes everyday from a normal easy run to a tempo run a lot of fun.

I bought this pair for my high schooler. Hoka has become his fav!

I have a ton of experience running just like any other 2:30 marathoner or 14 min 5k'er out there. The mach 5s were complete garbage! No support, no response, nothing in the mid foot, etc. This show brings it all! I have had many injuries throughout my life including compartment syndrome, runner knees, two penetrating disks, hiatel hernia, posterior tendonitis, etc, and these shoes didn't let me loose the notion of going straight and staying straight! I was gliding on my first run! The 5mm drop is excellent along with the extra support helping to keep your foot landing straight. The other thing that wowd me were the laces being long enough where there were a little more than enough to create a double knot. Lastly, the mid sole protectant is a MUST! I battle achillies tendonitis time and again! Not this time! This shoe beats out the current asics stability shoes and this is a neutral shoe. I'm very happy to be running with hoka on my feet where I can not have to focus on cadence to protect my knees or my calves. Thanks hoka!

I love the way these fit! Definitely changed the way I was running, I could feel my hamstrings working more and my lower back didn't tighten up like it usually does after a 10k. Still alternating shoes for break in period but so far I love these.

Amazing fit. Ran 5 miles 3x in first week and all good!

Love the feel of the Mach 6. Super light and can feel the extra cushion throughout the midsole to heel with responsive feel on the toe off. Amazing job with this model, great improvements all around!!