drop: 8 mm

Hoka Clifton Pro

Name: Hoka Clifton Pro
Brand: Hoka
Price: 165.00 USD
Availability: InStock

165.00 USD

Support

Stable Neutral

Plate

None

Distances

10KHalfMarathon

pace

stability

rebound

cushioning

Who Are Hoka Clifton Pro For?

The Clifton Pro is for recreational and intermediate runners who want one cushioned shoe for most of their week — easy miles, longer efforts, and the occasional pickup in pace. It suits those who like protection underfoot but don't want a soft, sink-in feel, so committed sprinters chasing 5K PRs and runners seeking a pure plush recovery slipper should look elsewhere.

Feelings and Experience

Underfoot the supercritical foam feels lively and moderately firm rather than pillowy, with a noticeable spring back that rewards a rolling stride. The aggressive MetaRocker tips you forward smoothly, so transitions feel quick, though that same rocker can feel a touch insistent at very slow shuffling paces until you settle into a rhythm.

Performance Specs

Drop: 8mm heel-to-toe offset (Hoka official; lab tests read closer to 10mm) — moderate, easing strain toward the heel without feeling dropped-back.

Cushioning: High — ProGlide+ supercritical EVA over a 43/33mm stack, generous but ride-focused.

Responsiveness: High — springy foam and rocker geometry drive rebound; there is no plate.

Stability: Moderate — a wide, stable-neutral platform for neutral runners; no medial posting.

Pace: Optimal for 4:45–5:45 min/km (7:40–9:15 min/mile).

Best Distances and Maximum Speed

It genuinely excels from 10K through the half and into the marathon, with the half marathon as its sweet spot for most runners. Push the pace and the foam works best down to roughly 4:20 min/km (7:00 min/mile); below that a dedicated racer serves better.

Technologies and Materials

The midsole is Hoka's ProGlide+ supercritical EVA paired with the MetaRocker geometry, with no plate. A breathable engineered mesh upper keeps things comfortable, and near end-to-end rubber coverage aids durability. It weighs about 264g in a men's US 9.