Water Resistance I tested the waterproof leather upper and rubber midsole by dipping my Sky Kaha at Rattlesnake Lake for a few minutes. Bought 3 new pair for my 2 sons and I going to Philmont next year. The adjustable lacing system also provides a lockdown fit regardless of your foot type. Fit Fit was one of the first things I noticed. Use These work well for casual hikers and serious backpackers. It has a style to it, similar to the chunky sneakers that are currently trending.
These boots passed the five-minute stream test without a problem. Winter Hiking Boots that grant insulation to the user during hikes. Water Resistance These boots have a flood height of 5. I hiked in about 50 degree weather with wool socks, and I didn't find them uncomfortably hot in that scenario, water proofing was good as I trudged through mud, I did not do any river crossings, so I can't speak to that level. Your feet will thank you.
This component also allows excess moisture to escape, making the cleat breathable. Not really what the shoe is made for, but it performed well with the added benefit that I was able to run downhill upon meeting the trail, surging through flooded sections in high water and remaining dry and passing 2 runners on the long downhill that had rocks that the Hoka sole absorbed similar to their other offerings, but with more ankle support. See and High Boots with a cuff that goes above the ankle. And an adjustable lacing system provides a lockdown fit regardless of your foot type. If your hikes don't take you into wet weather conditions,. Comfort The Hoka Sky Kaha boots blew us away with their extraordinary comfort.
Either way, my feet were soaked. This boot does well in almost all of our review metrics, making it an easy decision to award it the Top Pick for Lightweight Adventures. With surprising speed, it makes the ups easier and the downs quicker. Overall, the fit runs large and a little wide. Weight The Hoka Sky Kaha weighs in at a respectable 2. The heel box felt excellent to the feet of our reviewers, with no slippage reported. As a member you can share reviews of items you purchase and we'll reward you with discount points valued at 5% of the item's original purchase price.
Online, the boots looked like they might run a bit large. The tread peeled off in one spot. Named for the Māori word for strength and support, the Kaha delivers both. Named for the Maori word for strength and support, the Kaha delivers both. Running down hills felt super stable thanks to the high top support in the Kahas. Those boots have more rigid material around the ankle.
In the middle of the lacing system, two eyelets are located side by side. Stability The Hoka Sky Kaha has dimensions that make it one of the most stable boots for its weight that we tested. The Hoka Speedgoat Mid is light as a feather, weighing nearly a pound less, though does not have the same protection and stability. The Sky Kaha from Hoka One One features a full-grain leather upper which offers robustness while keeping the elements at bay. Weight per Pair size 11 2. The next hike was as an approach shoe to climb Mount Baker via the Coleman Deming route.
That was during the height of the minimalist running shoe craze. This combination maintains its structure even after day after day of long miles. I love the fact that they are more stylish than the traditional hiking boot. When hiking over long distances, this trekking shoe will deliver you to your destination in comfort and safety. While there were some runners who raised their eyebrows, there were plenty who fully embraced the Hoka approach, seeing those chunky soles as the key to speedy trail descents with less of an impact on the muscles and joints. My feet feel like they breathe so much better and don't overheat. Great boots if you use them for the right things, somewhat concerned for the long term wear of the sole if used on extremely rugged, rocky, off tail terrain, but once again that is not really what they are designed for.
For how plush the midsole feels, they have a surprising amount of rigidity to them, making them feel quite stable. If possible, please enable JavaScript in your browser for the best possible experience. The next hike was around 2400 vert 6 miles up Round Mountain in Washington. Most comfortable boot i've owned Reviewed by Matt S. Good to know Casual hikers can choose day hiking footwear or multi-sport sandals. Please enable JavaScript in Your Browser JavaScript is not currently enabled in your browser and due to this our site will not work as it should. It performed exceptionally even on rock with wet sand.
An eVent waterproof cleatie is embedded within the upper for optimal protection from wet trail conditions. After about a week part of the toe cap on the outside of the right boot began peeling off. JavaScript is blocked by AdBlocker or ScriptBlocker We're sorry - it looks like some elements of CampSaver are being disabled by your AdBlocker. In the case of insulated ones, they may reach the calf. This boot brings the comfort of a trail running shoe but adds in the support you would expect from a hiking boot, resulting in a capable performer in all trail conditions.