Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 9

I use my Hokas mainly for walking 4-5 miles per day. I have long been a Bondi 8 fan. I have received my Bondi 9 as a gift from my husband. They are beautiful and I have only worn them around the house so far. I guess you would say I am saving them for when my Bondi 8's wear out. They fit the same as Bondi 8 which is a big concern and the color is lovely. Thank you Hoka!

These are the best feeling shoes I've ever worn. I feel like I'm walking on clouds

Great support and comfort. deep enough to accommodate an orthotic

Love them so comfortable and no break in period. I found these to be more comfortable than the bondi 8. Can't wait for more colors to come out so I can get more. Love my Hoka shoes. Great for being on feet for long shifts

So far these are the worst of the Bondi "upgrades". I have a pair of Bondi 5 (or 6) , that I use for yard work, that are more "plush" than these. The hard high heel back was awful. The color was nice. I guess it's time to start looking for a new "plush" shoe.

On a positive note, my 4'10" has reached new heights. I must be at least 5' tall again, having shrunk over the past 60 or more years. Thanks, Hoka. Not only are my new Hokas very attractive in the silvery hue, but they are comfy as well. Only problem is, they are too chic for me to wear often for fear of soiling them with every footstep. Besides this not as desirable aspect, I have an old-woman balance issue which is exaggerated by the rolling contour of the Clifton's soles.

My dog got a little dirt on them and it would not wipe off. I had to wash them and kept them spotless but something keeps causing a discoloration on them. I can't stop it. I also hate the fact that white on white is purple.

Luckily I stocked up on pretty Bondi 8 colors because there aren't any Bondi 9 colors that are appealing. What on earth happened? Ugh.

I've been using Bondi for many years- consistently replacing every 3-4 months until Bondi 8. The look of the shoe started becoming too over the top, but at least still comfortable. However, as soon as the 7s were re released, I returned to those. I decided to give the 9 a try and I was so disappointed. Why does Hoka feel the need to exaggerate an already chunky sneaker? Surely you can incorporate new technology without trying to look trendy. Besides the look, the comfort just isn't there for me. My knees and hips hurt after wearing them and while I feel secure when walking and running in the 7 and 8, I found myself constantly checking my balance with the 9. This might be a good shoe for others but it is a frustrated and discouraged no for me.

This shoe is perfect from the first time you put it on! Great for knee and back issues.