HOKA ONE ONE Carbon X 3 Running Shoes Fast, light and comfortable, the Carbon X 3 Running Shoes from HOKA ONE ONE are ideal for endurance style races or training runs. Key to the shoe’s speed is the combination of carbon fibre plate, early stage Meta-Rocker and CMEVA Midsole with PROFLY construction. This design gives fantastic energy return for each stride, making the shoes feel rapid and responsive for a sublime ride. Rubberised EVA provides the cushioning and comfort necessary for lengthy runs, giving HOKA ONE ONE’s renowned plush feel. The knit upper and integrated tongue allows for great breathability and airflow for better temperature regulation and the extended heel tab makes it easier to pull the shoes on and off. Impressively, all elements of the Carbon X 3 are vegan.
HOKA ONE ONE Carbon X 3 Running Shoes Fast, light and comfortable, the Carbon X 3 Running Shoes from HOKA ONE ONE are ideal for endurance style races or training runs. Key to the shoe’s speed is the combination of carbon fibre plate, early stage Meta-Rocker and CMEVA Midsole with PROFLY construction. This design gives fantastic energy return for each stride, making the shoes feel rapid and responsive for a sublime ride. Rubberised EVA provides the cushioning and comfort necessary for lengthy runs, giving HOKA ONE ONE’s renowned plush feel. The knit upper and integrated tongue allows for great breathability and airflow for better temperature regulation and the extended heel tab makes it easier to pull the shoes on and off. Impressively, all elements of the Carbon X 3 are vegan.
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HOKA ONE ONE Carbon X 3 Running Shoes Fast, light and comfortable, the Carbon X 3 Running Shoes from HOKA ONE ONE are ideal for endurance style races or training runs. Key to the shoe’s speed is the combination of carbon fibre plate, early stage Meta-Rocker and CMEVA Midsole with PROFLY construction. This design gives fantastic energy return for each stride, making the shoes feel rapid and responsive for a sublime ride. Rubberised EVA provides the cushioning and comfort necessary for lengthy runs, giving HOKA ONE ONE’s renowned plush feel. The knit upper and integrated tongue allows for great breathability and airflow for better temperature regulation and the extended heel tab makes it easier to pull the shoes on and off. Impressively, all elements of the Carbon X 3 are vegan.
HOKA ONE ONE Carbon X 3 Running Shoes Fast, light and comfortable, the Carbon X 3 Running Shoes from HOKA ONE ONE are ideal for endurance style races or training runs. Key to the shoe’s speed is the combination of carbon fibre plate, early stage Meta-Rocker and CMEVA Midsole with PROFLY construction. This design gives fantastic energy return for each stride, making the shoes feel rapid and responsive for a sublime ride. Rubberised EVA provides the cushioning and comfort necessary for lengthy runs, giving HOKA ONE ONE’s renowned plush feel. The knit upper and integrated tongue allows for great breathability and airflow for better temperature regulation and the extended heel tab makes it easier to pull the shoes on and off. Impressively, all elements of the Carbon X 3 are vegan.
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I run at least a 5K/day at OrangeTheory Fitness.Upon the X3's launching, I was watching many negative or lackluster reviews on YouTube (more so centered around the upper knit). I was worried however, I went through with the steep-priced purchase; I'm very glad I did! The shoe is super comfortable & supportive IMO. This has become my FAVORITE running shoe and I will purchase again once needed. One thing that stood out the most is the durability (integrity) of how this shoe's PERFORMANCE holds up over time. I've been using mine for 6+ months and I don't feel a noticeable difference (or at all) since my first time using them. I purchased a pair of ON Running shoes and I felt that the responsiveness/integrity of the shoe withered away within just 1-2 months. I don't ... MoreI run at least a 5K/day at OrangeTheory Fitness.Upon the X3's launching, I was watching many negative or lackluster reviews on YouTube (more so centered around the upper knit). I was worried however, I went through with the steep-priced purchase; I'm very glad I did! The shoe is super comfortable & supportive IMO. This has become my FAVORITE running shoe and I will purchase again once needed. One thing that stood out the most is the durability (integrity) of how this shoe's PERFORMANCE holds up over time. I've been using mine for 6+ months and I don't feel a noticeable difference (or at all) since my first time using them. I purchased a pair of ON Running shoes and I felt that the responsiveness/integrity of the shoe withered away within just 1-2 months. I don't know if the X3's seem to hold up so well because of the Carbon Plate or some other factor but I'm a super happy customer. Love the two-toned split design as I feel this is the most attractive pair that Hoka offers; I do wish they had more (subtle/neutral) color options. One con (I went with the black/white two-toned color), is that the white side (inside) has gotten very dirty but that's expected. I'm a bit OCD when it comes to this however, due to the great performance of the shoe, it didn't faze me as much as it normally would. I might go with a darker two-toned color next time around.
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At the recommendation of my Podiatric Surgeon I bought these shoes. They are honestly the best show I think I've ever had on my feet. (also the most expensive I've ever worn) Very comfortable and really help with my foot pain.Size was just what I expected and the width was perfect.I have two complaints. The first is color choices. All these fancy colors really look great but because of my medical issues I need to be able to wear these shoes all the time. Work or play, church or business meetings. Can we just get a plain black or white shoe? Heck, I'll even settle for gray or just about any type of darker, way less flashy color. I just don't like the lack of color choices and honestly I don't need all that.Second is the way these shoes "lace up". Basically they ... MoreAt the recommendation of my Podiatric Surgeon I bought these shoes. They are honestly the best show I think I've ever had on my feet. (also the most expensive I've ever worn) Very comfortable and really help with my foot pain.Size was just what I expected and the width was perfect.I have two complaints. The first is color choices. All these fancy colors really look great but because of my medical issues I need to be able to wear these shoes all the time. Work or play, church or business meetings. Can we just get a plain black or white shoe? Heck, I'll even settle for gray or just about any type of darker, way less flashy color. I just don't like the lack of color choices and honestly I don't need all that.Second is the way these shoes "lace up". Basically they don't. The laces are over some sort of elastic type material so they're almost like a slip on except they are very very difficult to get on. I'm not even sure if I was still running that this would be how I would want my shoe to stay on. It's incredibly inconvenient and some days I don't wear them because I just don't feel like wrestling them to get them on my feet. By the next day, however, I'm very motivated to get back in them due to the foot pain.So, can we get these in a style that's easier to get on and can we please have them in some basic colors? Black, white, brown, gray?
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This is my second pair of Hokas. I picked these up because I work in a restaurant and have to stand for typically more than 7 hours at a time. I’m 5’9” and weigh 245. I have weak arches (read flat feet) and over pronate so my first pair were Arahi 5’s. Let me be clear about this before I begin. I LOVED my Arahi 5’s. However, I needed a new pair of shoes and I wanted to change the flavor up a bit since more support usually means a heavier shoe. I decided to pull the trigger on the Carbon X because I figured the carbon plate would help with stability/support while still feeling light. I read some mixed reviews on this specific model but went forward with the purchase anyway. So let’s get into it.Feel: these shoes are very very different from the Arahi’s. You can feel ... MoreThis is my second pair of Hokas. I picked these up because I work in a restaurant and have to stand for typically more than 7 hours at a time. I’m 5’9” and weigh 245. I have weak arches (read flat feet) and over pronate so my first pair were Arahi 5’s. Let me be clear about this before I begin. I LOVED my Arahi 5’s. However, I needed a new pair of shoes and I wanted to change the flavor up a bit since more support usually means a heavier shoe. I decided to pull the trigger on the Carbon X because I figured the carbon plate would help with stability/support while still feeling light. I read some mixed reviews on this specific model but went forward with the purchase anyway. So let’s get into it.Feel: these shoes are very very different from the Arahi’s. You can feel the carbon plate in the shoe holding your foot in a very specific manner. The carbon plate and outsole guide your foot through a complete heel to toe strike which is really nice. In addition there’s a ton of return energy in the foam they use in the mid/out sole of this shoe and definitely what makes the package worthwhile. I can totally see why people consider this a race day shoe, or at least for longer distance training.Fit: This is where I have mixed feelings and most of the negative reviews really rose to the surface. The upper part of the shoe is flyknit which is technically supposed to mold to your feet, but truthfully this is one of the areas in which the shoe lacks. This style of shoe is made for those of us that have a thicker instep than outstep (idk if this makes any sense). But if you find that the inside part of your foot from ankle to bottom of foot is wide (read thick) this flyknit design is made for you. However. The flyknit material over the toe box seems “molded”. So if your foot tapers from back to front it may seem “loose” fitting. Which is the antithesis of flyknit. This does not bother me though, as I’m not looking to run 10+ miles. However, what does bother me is that the collar or opening of the shoe really doesn’t stretch much making it a bit difficult to get into. I guess this was Hokas way of making their flyknit different? Here’s the disclaimer— it’s not easy to get your thick foot inside at first. It’s like they made the shoe for us but not necessarily with us in mind. You’ll realize this when you go to lace the shoe for the first time. Again, because it’s flyknit the laces are almost just for decoration instead of for actually securing your foot. Please be aware that my comments on foot thickness should not be misconstrued for wideness. Which brings me to my next point. I don’t require wide shoes. If you do or generally find yourself pushing that boundary on ordinary shoes I would recommend you go for a wide size if available.Finish: The outsole seems as if it is made up of a very soft rubber compound. So I do not anticipate these shoes lasting very long, regardless of what you use them for. I’ve worn these shoes through numerous shifts ranging from as little as 5 hours to 9 hours and they feel exactly the same the last step you take with them on as they did the first step you took that day. There’s no denying that the carbon plate is at least partly responsible for that. The shoes are so light that when I picked up the box they were shipped in, I thought someone had stolen the shoes out of the box and just left the box on my doorstep. They are THAT light!Summary: I’m actually glad that I decided to branch out and try a different product from Hoka. It was a toss up between these Carbon X’s or just going for a brand new pair of Arahi 7’s. The fact that I was saving about $45 from one model to the other is what pushed me in this direction. I will say however that for my intended use (work shoe) the Arahis might’ve been a better option. The color way that was available to me is fine. Grey and highlighter yellow top. They do feel super comfortable and part of that comfort comes from the carbon plate and mid/out sole material working together to get you to heel to toe strike in stride over and over again. I think that if you’re like me (in foot shape) and are able to afford trying something different these shoes would be a good purchase or at the very least a viable candidate on your shortlist.
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I run at least a 5K/day at OrangeTheory Fitness.Upon the X3's launching, I was watching many negative or lackluster reviews on YouTube (more so centered around the upper knit). I was worried however, I went through with the steep-priced purchase; I'm very glad I did! The shoe is super comfortable & supportive IMO. This has become my FAVORITE running shoe and I will purchase again once needed. One thing that stood out the most is the durability (integrity) of how this shoe's PERFORMANCE holds up over time. I've been using mine for 6+ months and I don't feel a noticeable difference (or at all) since my first time using them. I purchased a pair of ON Running shoes and I felt that the responsiveness/integrity of the shoe withered away within just 1-2 months. I don't ... MoreI run at least a 5K/day at OrangeTheory Fitness.Upon the X3's launching, I was watching many negative or lackluster reviews on YouTube (more so centered around the upper knit). I was worried however, I went through with the steep-priced purchase; I'm very glad I did! The shoe is super comfortable & supportive IMO. This has become my FAVORITE running shoe and I will purchase again once needed. One thing that stood out the most is the durability (integrity) of how this shoe's PERFORMANCE holds up over time. I've been using mine for 6+ months and I don't feel a noticeable difference (or at all) since my first time using them. I purchased a pair of ON Running shoes and I felt that the responsiveness/integrity of the shoe withered away within just 1-2 months. I don't know if the X3's seem to hold up so well because of the Carbon Plate or some other factor but I'm a super happy customer. Love the two-toned split design as I feel this is the most attractive pair that Hoka offers; I do wish they had more (subtle/neutral) color options. One con (I went with the black/white two-toned color), is that the white side (inside) has gotten very dirty but that's expected. I'm a bit OCD when it comes to this however, due to the great performance of the shoe, it didn't faze me as much as it normally would. I might go with a darker two-toned color next time around.
At the recommendation of my Podiatric Surgeon I bought these shoes. They are honestly the best show I think I've ever had on my feet. (also the most expensive I've ever worn) Very comfortable and really help with my foot pain.Size was just what I expected and the width was perfect.I have two complaints. The first is color choices. All these fancy colors really look great but because of my medical issues I need to be able to wear these shoes all the time. Work or play, church or business meetings. Can we just get a plain black or white shoe? Heck, I'll even settle for gray or just about any type of darker, way less flashy color. I just don't like the lack of color choices and honestly I don't need all that.Second is the way these shoes "lace up". Basically they ... MoreAt the recommendation of my Podiatric Surgeon I bought these shoes. They are honestly the best show I think I've ever had on my feet. (also the most expensive I've ever worn) Very comfortable and really help with my foot pain.Size was just what I expected and the width was perfect.I have two complaints. The first is color choices. All these fancy colors really look great but because of my medical issues I need to be able to wear these shoes all the time. Work or play, church or business meetings. Can we just get a plain black or white shoe? Heck, I'll even settle for gray or just about any type of darker, way less flashy color. I just don't like the lack of color choices and honestly I don't need all that.Second is the way these shoes "lace up". Basically they don't. The laces are over some sort of elastic type material so they're almost like a slip on except they are very very difficult to get on. I'm not even sure if I was still running that this would be how I would want my shoe to stay on. It's incredibly inconvenient and some days I don't wear them because I just don't feel like wrestling them to get them on my feet. By the next day, however, I'm very motivated to get back in them due to the foot pain.So, can we get these in a style that's easier to get on and can we please have them in some basic colors? Black, white, brown, gray?
This is my second pair of Hokas. I picked these up because I work in a restaurant and have to stand for typically more than 7 hours at a time. I’m 5’9” and weigh 245. I have weak arches (read flat feet) and over pronate so my first pair were Arahi 5’s. Let me be clear about this before I begin. I LOVED my Arahi 5’s. However, I needed a new pair of shoes and I wanted to change the flavor up a bit since more support usually means a heavier shoe. I decided to pull the trigger on the Carbon X because I figured the carbon plate would help with stability/support while still feeling light. I read some mixed reviews on this specific model but went forward with the purchase anyway. So let’s get into it.Feel: these shoes are very very different from the Arahi’s. You can feel ... MoreThis is my second pair of Hokas. I picked these up because I work in a restaurant and have to stand for typically more than 7 hours at a time. I’m 5’9” and weigh 245. I have weak arches (read flat feet) and over pronate so my first pair were Arahi 5’s. Let me be clear about this before I begin. I LOVED my Arahi 5’s. However, I needed a new pair of shoes and I wanted to change the flavor up a bit since more support usually means a heavier shoe. I decided to pull the trigger on the Carbon X because I figured the carbon plate would help with stability/support while still feeling light. I read some mixed reviews on this specific model but went forward with the purchase anyway. So let’s get into it.Feel: these shoes are very very different from the Arahi’s. You can feel the carbon plate in the shoe holding your foot in a very specific manner. The carbon plate and outsole guide your foot through a complete heel to toe strike which is really nice. In addition there’s a ton of return energy in the foam they use in the mid/out sole of this shoe and definitely what makes the package worthwhile. I can totally see why people consider this a race day shoe, or at least for longer distance training.Fit: This is where I have mixed feelings and most of the negative reviews really rose to the surface. The upper part of the shoe is flyknit which is technically supposed to mold to your feet, but truthfully this is one of the areas in which the shoe lacks. This style of shoe is made for those of us that have a thicker instep than outstep (idk if this makes any sense). But if you find that the inside part of your foot from ankle to bottom of foot is wide (read thick) this flyknit design is made for you. However. The flyknit material over the toe box seems “molded”. So if your foot tapers from back to front it may seem “loose” fitting. Which is the antithesis of flyknit. This does not bother me though, as I’m not looking to run 10+ miles. However, what does bother me is that the collar or opening of the shoe really doesn’t stretch much making it a bit difficult to get into. I guess this was Hokas way of making their flyknit different? Here’s the disclaimer— it’s not easy to get your thick foot inside at first. It’s like they made the shoe for us but not necessarily with us in mind. You’ll realize this when you go to lace the shoe for the first time. Again, because it’s flyknit the laces are almost just for decoration instead of for actually securing your foot. Please be aware that my comments on foot thickness should not be misconstrued for wideness. Which brings me to my next point. I don’t require wide shoes. If you do or generally find yourself pushing that boundary on ordinary shoes I would recommend you go for a wide size if available.Finish: The outsole seems as if it is made up of a very soft rubber compound. So I do not anticipate these shoes lasting very long, regardless of what you use them for. I’ve worn these shoes through numerous shifts ranging from as little as 5 hours to 9 hours and they feel exactly the same the last step you take with them on as they did the first step you took that day. There’s no denying that the carbon plate is at least partly responsible for that. The shoes are so light that when I picked up the box they were shipped in, I thought someone had stolen the shoes out of the box and just left the box on my doorstep. They are THAT light!Summary: I’m actually glad that I decided to branch out and try a different product from Hoka. It was a toss up between these Carbon X’s or just going for a brand new pair of Arahi 7’s. The fact that I was saving about $45 from one model to the other is what pushed me in this direction. I will say however that for my intended use (work shoe) the Arahis might’ve been a better option. The color way that was available to me is fine. Grey and highlighter yellow top. They do feel super comfortable and part of that comfort comes from the carbon plate and mid/out sole material working together to get you to heel to toe strike in stride over and over again. I think that if you’re like me (in foot shape) and are able to afford trying something different these shoes would be a good purchase or at the very least a viable candidate on your shortlist.
I got this shoe at a discount. I thought there were nothing to complain for the sake of the price. It turns out I was wrong. I have a clifton 9 and I always hold faith to Hoka. I went for a track running at the day I received the shoes, wearing it for 40minutes, and started to feel strange near me ankle. I had a picture for this(with some of my blood although) and apparently there is a hard rise-up near the lining, which is scratching my skin all the time. And despite the quality assurance issue, i think for a racing shoe it is just average. With a carbon plate but not even as responsive as those without one. I would only recommend it if you really want to try a carbon at limited budget. Otherwise there are better options.
My 1st pair of Hoka were purchased at Christmas time . They were to wear only during officiating basketball games. I felt like I was floating! An injury that I have been dealing with for almost a year now seemed to be fixed. Since then, I had purchased my 2nd pair to wear everyday. Basketball season for me came to an end before they could be worn due to overworking my existing injury. Since I have been suggested to rest...wear a boot on my right foot and have surgery on my foot within the next 6 months. So 2 pair of shoes and unfortunately all I can wear is a left shoe! Saddened that I have not been able to enjoy the full comfort of my HOKA! But once my surgery is over and I am back to normal routine I will only wear HOKA!
I had high hopes for these shoes after having a great experience with the Carbon X 2s. I bought the Carbon X 3s along with the Rocket Xs in the spring of 2022. I've used the Rocket Xs for my outdoor runs since abandoning the X 3s and they are great. The fit is snug and they have a smooth rebound and bounce when hitting the pavement.I had the following issues with the Carbon X 3s:- The removal of the tongue caused bunching on the top of my foot. This would get painful after longer runs as I could never get this area to remain flat when I tightened my shoe laces. There was too much material in this area and it would bunch up instead of remaining flat like a traditional tongue.- The removal of the tongue also made lacing up the shoes problematic. On the Carbon 2s I ... MoreI had high hopes for these shoes after having a great experience with the Carbon X 2s. I bought the Carbon X 3s along with the Rocket Xs in the spring of 2022. I've used the Rocket Xs for my outdoor runs since abandoning the X 3s and they are great. The fit is snug and they have a smooth rebound and bounce when hitting the pavement.I had the following issues with the Carbon X 3s:- The removal of the tongue caused bunching on the top of my foot. This would get painful after longer runs as I could never get this area to remain flat when I tightened my shoe laces. There was too much material in this area and it would bunch up instead of remaining flat like a traditional tongue.- The removal of the tongue also made lacing up the shoes problematic. On the Carbon 2s I could use the extra eyelets to help with adding extra tightness around the back of my foot to keep my heel in place. With these shoes my heels were constantly moving and never snug. I tried many lace variations to fix this but I could never get anything to work.- The shoes have a severe taper on the outer feather edge. This caused my baby toes to get callous build ups which became painful after a while. Ultimately, I had to stop wearing these shoes and take a couple weeks off from running.I am not sure why Hoka decided to totally redo the Carbon X 3s. While the sole remained great, and they look cool, everything else that was great about the X 2s was totally thrown away with the X 3 revision.
I am 5'10", 170lb neutral runner who puts in 50-150 miles/month depending on the season (I live in Central Texas - summer is lethal) and ambition (maintenance vs race training). My HOKA history - 1 pair of the original Cliftons, 3 pairs of the original Rincons, 2 pairs of the Rincon 2s, 3 pairs of the Rincon 3s, 1 pair of the Carbon X 2s. The best part of this shoe is the midsole without question. They are more comfortable now (about 150 miles in) than they were on my first run in them. Firm (relative to Cliftons and Rincons) yet still really cushioned/comfortable and more responsive than the Carbon X 2s. The upper is very comfortable and feels more breathable than the Carbon X 2s BUT, like a lot of other "professional" shoe reviewers have said, it is hard to get a ... MoreI am 5'10", 170lb neutral runner who puts in 50-150 miles/month depending on the season (I live in Central Texas - summer is lethal) and ambition (maintenance vs race training). My HOKA history - 1 pair of the original Cliftons, 3 pairs of the original Rincons, 2 pairs of the Rincon 2s, 3 pairs of the Rincon 3s, 1 pair of the Carbon X 2s. The best part of this shoe is the midsole without question. They are more comfortable now (about 150 miles in) than they were on my first run in them. Firm (relative to Cliftons and Rincons) yet still really cushioned/comfortable and more responsive than the Carbon X 2s. The upper is very comfortable and feels more breathable than the Carbon X 2s BUT, like a lot of other "professional" shoe reviewers have said, it is hard to get a really good lock down with the upper (but it does allow your feet to swell). But, because a lot of my runs are fairly straight, I am not making a lot of twists/turns in them so the lockdown isn't THAT big of a deal. The heel tab accommodates my heel/achilles better than the Carbon X 2 (rubbed a hole through the fabric in the heel cup) and I haven't rubbed a blister in these shoes. I have used these shoes on anything from 4-mile tempo/HR runs to 11-mile ultramarathon training runs. My recommendation for these shoes - anything from fast 5-10K asphalt/concrete race shoes (where the course isn't too sinuous) to tempo/HR track sessions to half-marathon. Personally, not sure I would take them on 20+ mile runs. I got a lot more mileage out of my Carbon X 2s than I thought I would (probably between 400-500) and have already put well over 150 miles on my Carbon X 3s. To be cliché, let the shoes do the work. This probably isn't a shoe for "choppy" runners or short-striders. This shoes has almost forced me to alter/open my stride. After the first 1-2 miles when my body is warm, I open my stride and let the midsole, rocker and drop "take over" - shoe feels good and keeps me keep my technique and pace consistent.
Admitting I am an older runner at age 69. Most of my runs are between 2-6 miles with paces between under an 8:30 mile pace to slower days at under a 10 mile pace a few times a week. I wanted to get a little more spring in my step and the Carbon X3 offers that opportunity. I am a normal size 10 meaning I do not need a wide width unless the shoes run a bit narrow.Based on that information the comfort of the Carbon X3 was great. The cushion and toe box was excellent! I had an issue with the fit around the ankle. The edge of the shoe pushes up on the distal part of the lateral malleolus on both feet causing discomfort. In spite of this issue, I did a 2 mile run at about an 8:26 mile average. The run felt good, however both malleolus were sore due to the friction. I ... MoreAdmitting I am an older runner at age 69. Most of my runs are between 2-6 miles with paces between under an 8:30 mile pace to slower days at under a 10 mile pace a few times a week. I wanted to get a little more spring in my step and the Carbon X3 offers that opportunity. I am a normal size 10 meaning I do not need a wide width unless the shoes run a bit narrow.Based on that information the comfort of the Carbon X3 was great. The cushion and toe box was excellent! I had an issue with the fit around the ankle. The edge of the shoe pushes up on the distal part of the lateral malleolus on both feet causing discomfort. In spite of this issue, I did a 2 mile run at about an 8:26 mile average. The run felt good, however both malleolus were sore due to the friction. I also noticed my heel lifted just a bit when running. This is a problem, because the heel needs to stable in the shoe for the carbon plate to be useful. Even with this issue the carbon plate did add some spring to my step and I enjoyed the run. I decided to add an extra Hoka flat insole liner in each Carbon X3 shoe to see if that would life my foot up enough for my malleolus to clear the edge of the shoe even though it defeats the purpose of a light running shoe. It help a little bit, but could use a little more space. I then tried using clips when not wearing the shoes to stretch the side of the shoe down and allow space for my malleolus. It help a little bit, but still and issue. I also tried thicker socks.Now the issue of the heel slipping up. I decided to use a locking lace to create a more snug fit at the top keeping the heel set in place so I could the full use of the carbon plate. A problem came up when I noticed the tongue is totally attached to the shoe preventing a locking stitch at the top of the shoe without making an extra hole in the tongue. This was a total disaster for me and cause me to return the shoes.
As much as I love this company, I must share my thoughts on this year's model. I feel the last round of design on two models (Clifton 9 and the Carbo) is a step backward. Please share this with your R&D team. The main issue I had with this year's Carbon X was the padding on the ankle area is no longer there. I owned a prior year's version and it had a seamless padded area. This version has two seam points that dig into your outside lower ankle. I wore crew socks over ankle socks, but I could still feel the knots dig into my ankle. As for the Clifton 9s, they have a higher tongue compared to previous years, which also digs into the center top of the ankle. So as you run in both these two models, there is fiction. I recently ordered the carbon x3 to replace the ... MoreAs much as I love this company, I must share my thoughts on this year's model. I feel the last round of design on two models (Clifton 9 and the Carbo) is a step backward. Please share this with your R&D team. The main issue I had with this year's Carbon X was the padding on the ankle area is no longer there. I owned a prior year's version and it had a seamless padded area. This version has two seam points that dig into your outside lower ankle. I wore crew socks over ankle socks, but I could still feel the knots dig into my ankle. As for the Clifton 9s, they have a higher tongue compared to previous years, which also digs into the center top of the ankle. So as you run in both these two models, there is fiction. I recently ordered the carbon x3 to replace the Clifton 9s, only to return them, and finally go back to the Clifton 8s. I wish you rolled out the same shoe in new colorways so we don't have to keep adjusting to new cuts/designs. Redesign the outside of the shoe like car manufacturers, every 5-7 years. Just change the colors, graphics, hoka name on the outside and leave the rest alone.
I bought my first pair of Carbon X (notice, note Carbon X 3) two years ago and absolutely loved them. Though I was not, and never have been, an elite or advanced runner, I wanted to try out the carbon layer that supposedly helped to propel the wearer forward. I was not disappointed! I loved the feel and energy of the shoes, whether I was walking my dog, power-walking through the neighborhood, or doing my limited HIIT walk/jog/run sessions through the neighborhood or at my local park. They were a blessing to someone who was recovering from back surgery and trying to regain as much athletic activity as possible.HOWEVER, this new model, the Carbon X 3 is awful. Who made the decision to eliminate the tongue from the shoe? Did the company executives actually try them ... MoreI bought my first pair of Carbon X (notice, note Carbon X 3) two years ago and absolutely loved them. Though I was not, and never have been, an elite or advanced runner, I wanted to try out the carbon layer that supposedly helped to propel the wearer forward. I was not disappointed! I loved the feel and energy of the shoes, whether I was walking my dog, power-walking through the neighborhood, or doing my limited HIIT walk/jog/run sessions through the neighborhood or at my local park. They were a blessing to someone who was recovering from back surgery and trying to regain as much athletic activity as possible.HOWEVER, this new model, the Carbon X 3 is awful. Who made the decision to eliminate the tongue from the shoe? Did the company executives actually try them out? I have seen tongueless shoes in the past and, to my knowledge, none has been very successful. There must be a reason!!!Perhaps I am just too old (66) to appreciate this model, but (1) pulling on the shoes feels strange, (2) trying to adjust the laces in their funky pattern is difficult and frustrating, and (3) due to the inability to get the laces situated as I like them, wearing the shoes walking through my house for two minutes did not feel secure and comfortable. I could not put them back in the box and begin my refund process fast enough. Again, whose idea was this?If you can find a pair at a local store, try them on for yourself. You may be one of the rare -- in my opinion -- people who like them. Otherwise, this is the most inexplicable move I can imagine for this line of shoes. They were absolutely wonderful in their earlier version. Why totally mess up a great thing?
| Distributeur | Hoka |
| Inclinaison | 5 mm |
