REVIEW: HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes

One of the hardest working shoes in the HOKA line-up, the Bondi 8 takes a bold step forward this season, reworked with softer, lighter foams and a brand-new extended heel geometry. Taking on a billowed effect, the rear crash pad affords an incredibly soft and balanced ride from heel strike to forefoot transition.

Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes

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SHOP THE NEW HOKA BONDI 8 ROAD RUNNING SHOES HERE

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes

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KEY FEATURES

Upper:

• Vegan
• Engineered mesh with recycled content
• Partially gusseted tongue
• Recycled content lining
• Ortholite® Hybrid (recycled) sockliner

Midsole:

• All-new lightweight, resilient foam
• Heel pull tab
• Extended heel with billowed grooves

Outsole:

• Durabrasion rubber outsole
• Zonal rubber placement for weight savings

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoe

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ENHANCEMENTS FROM THE BONDI 7

• Softer, more resilient new foam
• More rubber coverage for enhanced durability
• More precise internal collar foam for enhanced comfort
• Extended heel for smoother transitions
• More sustainable materials

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoe

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COMPARISON WITH OTHER HOKA MODELS

Bondi 8 vs Clifton 8:

• Both the Bondi 8 and Clifton 8 are legacy icons with ample cushioning, minimal weight, and a uniquely smooth ride.
• The Bondi 8 is a maximally-cushioned shoe first and foremost. The Clifton achieves a best-of-both-worlds balance.

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoe

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Bondi 8 vs Kawana:

• Both the Bondi 8 and Kawana feature maximal HOKA cushioning, and unique geometry designed to provide a smooth, supportive ride at any pace.
• The Kawana features a more responsive CMEVA foam and SwallowTail™ geometry designed to provide a more versatile training experience.

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SHOP THE NEW HOKA BONDI 8 ROAD RUNNING SHOES HERE

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