Customer Reviews Hoka Mach 6

Marathon training

I never leave reviews on shoes but this is too good not to. I've been a Mach fan since the 4, each iteration has been better than the last and the same is true for the 6. It has incredible energy return and because the stack height isn't through the roof it maintains a light weight. The Mach 6 feels highly versatile for a variety of runs, easy day/recovery runs, speed intervals/tempo runs, as well as long runs. Also, the colors are amazing, I bought the Virtual Blue / Bellwether Blue, looked great online and even better in person.

I was in the market for a road shoe for training as I've been out running on asphalt and concrete more often lately as I wait for the trails to clear of snow and mud. I tried various different shoes from countless brands and ended up disappointed in all of them. Then I saw a YouTube video of someone who got their hands on these shoes early and had great things to say about them so I decided to hold out for release and try them for myself as my trails shoes are speed goats and I've had a pretty pleasant experience with Hoka so far.. WOW and I happy I made that decision, I ordered them as soon as they were available and the arrived super quick, and the running experience is absolutely astonishing! I've had these for just under a week and I've already set my new PR for 10k and my legs didn't feel like I had just ran that distance at all, let alone at my fastest pace! Despite not having a plate, the Mach 6's are insanely responsive and have phenomenal energy return, with enough cushion to take some of the impact load of your feet and legs without limiting your ground feel or having an insane amount of drop. I'm also really pleased to see that these came in wides as most road shoes I find tend to run too tight for my feet. I'm definitely picking up a second pair and I can't wait to run my next 10k in them! Great job Hoka! If you're thinking about getting a pair of these to try do yourself a favor and Fly Human, Fly!

I purchased a pair from a local running store the day they came out and have done a couple runs in them. Compared to the Mach 5, it fits better on my foot. With the Mach 5 my foot slid a bit more forward sometimes causing a purple toe if I did a lot of downhill running. That is not the case with the Mach 6. However, the largest improvement is in the sole and ride of the shoe compared to the Mach 5. The Mach 6 is bit firmer, with added stability. It has a less spongy feel, something I prefer. I always felt the Mach 5 more of a race shoe. The Mach 6 is now something I want to train in every day. It's a nice balance between a racer and something more hefty. The Mach 6 now has treaded rubber "pads" at the contact points. The Mach 5 lacked these, was a bit slippery, slightly sloppy feeling on runs and most importantly the sole ground down very quickly if running on concrete. This all seems to be addressed. It's basically what I would personally have changed to improve of the Mach 5. Time to order more of them :).

You guys need to work on wide width design. Had a blister on my right little toe for the first two weeks. In my opinion you need to redesign your wide with sneakers still tight in the toe region. Other than that great sneaker.

I use for work. Lightweight, and so far, comfortable with great support. I stand/walk for 9 hour days.

So comfortable and I like how they look

The Mach 6 is the most comfortable shoes I've owned. It is also very comfortable. With an angled front, it makes longer running strides more natural.I also use this shoe for cardio cross-training (martial art combat) because it's so light and comfortable, making those jumping kicks a lot more flowy. Not the best of this type of exercise but ok for me.

Good walking shoe! I wish Hoka had more options for slip on shoes like sketchers has, business casual wear.

I bought this for more of a gym workout shoe and so far it's great. I am a die hard HOKA fan, I have trail shoes and, hiking boots, cold weather boots and running shoes from HOKA.

tight in toe box

Really comfortable and stylish. Rated 4 instead 5 stars (little higher sole than other shoes), need to get used to them so as not to turn an ankle

Bought these because I like the other Hoka shoes I've tried. Very comfortable shoes and I like the color.

Mainly used in gym for cardio work outs. The 10 2EE actually feels more narrow than my other HOKA purchases that are also 10 2EE

Mainly used in gym for cardio work outs. The 10 2EE actually feels more narrow than my other HOKA purchases that are also 10 2EE

My Podiatrist recommended Hoka shoes several years ago. She scoffed at my Van's gym shoes, and pointed out that she and her entire staff wear Hoka shoes - and she doesn't have an endorsement deal. I thought she was putting me on, but I bought pair and quickly became a convert. I'm on my fourth pair now, and my wife and kids all are Hoka fans.

great look not as comfortable as the RICON-4 I previously owned,Im an avid runner 4to 6 miles a day

Great shoes, wore them the first to go out shopping and they are awesome shoes. Haven't had any problems with them.

Shoes very comfortable and good on my joints

I have back problems and these shoes help me a lot

The shoe is comfortable and definitely adds a bounce to your step. My only complaint is that it feels tighter/smaller than other Hoka's I own. Maybe they just need to be broken in? Overall, a good shoe though. Maybe size up .5?

I run in these and I'll probably not buy any other brand of running shoes.