Hoka are about to launch their lightest racing flat coming in at 210g.
It’s specifically aimed at shorter distances and includes their CARBON X carbon-fibre plate for a faster, more propulsive ride.
At £140, it’s not cheap BUT that’s probably not too bad for a racer with carbon plate tech, some of the carbon competition comes in at MUCH higher prices than that. You know the ones 😉
This pre-sale closes in less than a week on 29/10/2020, so act quickly if you are interested.
There is a somewhat unusual launch video that made me snigger, it is here. Sorry I couldn’t embed it in the post as it’s not a Youtube one…so you’ll have to click through to their launch page and page down to see it.
- Breathable
- Anatomical tongue construction
- Foam midsole provides stable footing and absorbs impact points
- Carbon fibre plate delivers a smooth transition through the gait cycle
- Early-stage Meta-Rocker delivers an up-tempo, propulsive ride
- Zonal rubber placement for weight savings and durability
This is not a paid-for placement, I received no freebies, I will get a commission if you buy one.
Last Updated on 24 January 2026 by the5krunner
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tfk is the founder and author of the5krunner, an independent endurance sports technology publication. With 20 years of hands-on testing of GPS watches and wearables, and competing in triathlons at an international age-group level, tfk provides in-depth expert analysis of fitness technology for serious athletes and endurance sport competitors.
That video is amazing! ………….. said my 6yr old niece.
yeah, retro maybe? but it made you comment, so maybe it served its purpose!!!!
I feel used now 😉