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    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    The toe box on the latest iteration of the Speedgoats is narrower. As your feet expand during a whole day walk, this would explain your issue. Some of the other Hokas have wider toe boxes.
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    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Absolutely. Maybe they sold me a trash pair. Never going back. My newest pair of Stinson's should arrive on the 29th...:)
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    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    I found neither model to be great for wet traction. Given that, I'm going back to Stinsons. The other benefits outweigh the drawbacks.
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    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Having worn both, I'd say the Speedgoats are more like lightweight road shoes with vibram soles. They are more suited to flat, groomed surfaces. Very little stability and a bit narrow in the toe box. Stinson's are more robust on the bottom end, wider outsoles for stability and to help prevent...
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    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Stinson's are not upgraded Speedgoats and they aren't cross trainers. They are trail runners - closer to a hiking shoe with massive cushion.
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    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Hoka Stinsons for the win. Just through out my Speegoats and am going back to Sinsons. The Speedgoats started falling apart within a week, especially the inside lining of the tongue. They also had abysmal grip on wet surfaces and wet dirt and have very little structural stability. I really...
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    Increasing protein consumption

    Egg whites. Add salsa, ketchup, hot sauce, etc... done.
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    Shoes for wide feet, want to avoid problems with zero drop shoes

    I've had good luck recently with TOPO Ultraventure Pros. Wide toe box like Altras, but 4-5mm drop like Hokas. Best of all worlds if you can find them.
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    Poncho

    Is the Altus poncho not sold in the US? I can't seem to find a retailer...
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    Are custom inserts worth it?

    Which model are you using?
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    Are custom inserts worth it?

    I used to suffer from sore knees AND plantar fasciitis. My doctor sent me to a podiatrist who convinced me that orthotics are mostly hype and a waste of money with just a few exceptions. He actually told me to buy Hoka One One shoes and all my problems went away. He wanted me to eventually...
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    Slippery When Wet? Trail runners on Portuguese tiled walkways

    Since your question was specifically about Hoka trail runners and not Hoka road running shoes, I can tell you I have worn both the Stinson ATR 3 & 4, as well as the new Speedgoat model. The Stinsons are the lightest and have the most cushion but are slippery on smooth, wet surfaces. The...
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    A Tiny Bottle of Liquid

    If you are a U.S. Citizen, consider applying for Global Entry. It comes with automatic enrollment in Pre-check. I'm a frequent flyer and I have had Pre-check for nearly 10 years. As long as your liquids are less than 3 ounces each, you don't have to put it in a clear plastic bag and you don't...
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    Festivals along the Frances

    There is a wonderful free organ music festival in the Cathedral in Leon in November.
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    Newbie Questions

    Thank you. We will check that out...
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