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Hello,
I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk. So can anyone recommend a women’s model that is lightweight and cushioned but still durable? Not a fan of the waterproof, as feet always get wet anyway. Thanks
This doesn't sound normal, and as @davebugg has already noted, there may be reason to think that there might have been production defects. There is the issue of whether you can get this addressed. But more importantly, I suggest it would mean thinking twice about whether to move to another brand of shoe. If Hoka have worked well for you in the past, and you know that they address any underlying issues you have, buying the current version of the same shoe might still be a reasonable option.I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk.
Try Ahnu Sugarpine II ... lightweight, sturdy, great tread and wears well. I also have a pair of Anhu Montara, also great hiking shoes though a bit heavier and with a stiffer sole.Hello,
I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk. So can anyone recommend a women’s model that is lightweight and cushioned but still durable? Not a fan of the waterproof, as feet always get wet anyway. Thanks
Foot glide is a brand name for a kind of salve that you can put on your feet to help avoid blisters. Works in much the same way as Vaseline but is more effective and less unpleasant.I'm intrigued: what is a foot glide?
I wore Merrels for the vf last year, did it in 3 stages and wore out a pair per stage as the soles are not robust but they were light and comfortable . I also did the camino in the same make two years before and managed to find 3 pairs of the exact same old stock online so stuck with what works!Hello,
I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk. So can anyone recommend a women’s model that is lightweight and cushioned but still durable? Not a fan of the waterproof, as feet always get wet anyway. Thanks
I loved my Ahnu Sugarpine and they never seem to wear out although they have lost their “shine”. They are now my gardening shoes and sadly their newer model doesn’t fit quite so well.Try Ahnu Sugarpine II ... lightweight, sturdy, great tread and wears well. I also have a pair of Anhu Montara, also great hiking shoes though a bit heavier and with a stiffer sole.
Hello,
I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk. So can anyone recommend a women’s model that is lightweight and cushioned but still durable? Not a fan of the waterproof, as feet always get wet anyway. Thanks
Hello,
I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk. So can anyone recommend a women’s model that is lightweight and cushioned but still durable? Not a fan of the waterproof, as feet always get wet anyway. Thanks
I really feel for you with your hip and knee issues - they do say with arthritis though to keep moving, so maybe gentler daily distances on camino might be tolerable for you and actually help. My homeopath recommended scheussler calc. flour. tablets 1 per day for my knee problems, plus arnica pillules three of four times every day whilst walking until the body adjusts to the physical demands then only arnica at night, but carry on with the calc flour. It could be placebo effect but it definetly helped me, though your issues sound more advanced than mine - but its all i have to offer i am afraid, except to say walk a little when you have warmed up then take a bus to your evening destination. You still get the atmosphere and you are still doing it.I am praying that I will one day make my second Camino. I've been planning it but now am experiencing a lot of hip and knee problems. I try to ignore, but hard to do when the pain keeps me awake at night and I have trouble walking when I get up in the morning. Does get better during the day. However, looking to the hopeful future, my question on footwear is... does anyone have advice on good "vegan" footwear. I wore leather in 2017, but would really like to adhere to my convictions going forward. I've researched brands, but haven't tried any yet. Any thoughts from fellow vegans or anyone else in the know?
Everything is a compromise. Obviously the lighter, more breathable trail running type shoes simply will not have the durability and cushioning of the hiking type shoes.
With that glowing review of them, I'm thinking they must have given you a free pair.I can't speak to the durability, but I have worn plenty of hiking boots and hiking shoes over the years and none have come close to the cushioning of Hoka trail runners.
I'm not saying they are perfect shoes, just that one thing that they certainly don't lack is cushioning. I think just about everyone who has worn them has attested to this, including the post that started this thread.With that glowing review of them, I'm thinking they must have given you a free pair.
I really feel for you with your hip and knee issues - they do say with arthritis though to keep moving, so maybe gentler daily distances on camino might be tolerable for you and actually help. My homeopath recommended scheussler calc. flour. tablets 1 per day for my knee problems, plus arnica pillules three of four times every day whilst walking until the body adjusts to the physical demands then only arnica at night, but carry on with the calc flour. It could be placebo effect but it definetly helped me, though your issues sound more advanced than mine - but its all i have to offer i am afraid, except to say walk a little when you have warmed up then take a bus to your evening destination. You still get the atmosphere and you are still doing it.
As for footwear, any boot/shoe constructed of strengthened fabric, as many are, should be ok. Best of luck with your plans, I am sure you can do it.
Just to be clear it is calc. Flour. - calcium flouride., a homeopathic remedy. Best of luckThank you so much for you kind advice. Not sure what the flour tablets and arnica pillules are but will do research.
By definition of homeopathic, there are no active ingredients in homeopathic "remedies"Just to be clear it is calc. Flour. - calcium flouride., a homeopathic remedy. Best of luck
As i said in my original post, “it could be the placebo effect”.By definition of homeopathic, there are no active ingredients in homeopathic "remedies"
As Trecile has pointed out, there are no active ingredients in homeopathic pillules so I apologise if I have in any way made you think they might be a ‘remedy’ for your issues. It was incorrect to use that word, i didnt think how it might come across.Thank you so much for you kind advice. Not sure what the flour tablets and arnica pillules are but will do research.
You might take a look at Altras. I walked the Norte last fall in my Lone Peaks and they held up well. And without a blister!Hello,
I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk. So can anyone recommend a women’s model that is lightweight and cushioned but still durable? Not a fan of the waterproof, as feet always get wet anyway. Thanks
I’m surprised. I used Hokas (Speedgoat 2 non-waterproofs) Le Puy to SJPP. It’s about the same distance as SJPP to Santiago. That was 2 years ago and I still have my shoes. And they’re still going strong. (I only use them once every month or so ... can’t seem to bear to throw them out.)Hello,
I have now had 2 pairs of Hokas and love the lightweight cushioning, on my second Portuguese I barely felt the cobblestones. But they don’t last at all, my new pair have around 300km and are cracking where the shoe bends when I walk.
I hadn't seen this shoe before, and I swear by Salomon's; then I read the 'isn't available in Canada' which explains why this shoe hasn't been on my radar. Maybe for next Camino whenever that may be. Thanks for profiling this one.I am very happy with the Salomon Odyssey Pro hiking shoe. It is designed for long-distance hiking (not trail running).
It is lightweight, dries fairly quick, and comfortable on hard surfaces. I have also worn it backpacking in all conditions including sandy desert, deep mud, and through the snow. The shoe has a nice, wide footbox for toes to spread out. The life span of the shoe depends on terrain, but I usually get at least 700 miles before it starts to become uncomfy. I've never worn out the tread on the shoe. Sometimes the fabric area near my pinky toe develops a small hole.
Unfortunately, it isn't available in Canada, and I don't know if it is available outside the United States. It is a fantastic shoe choice for the Camino.
Plus one on the Hoka Speedgoat--Sweeeet.The Hoka women's Challenger ATR is now a version 5, so it is two generations newer than the ATR 3 you've had the problem with. There were some production quality issues with a run of ATR 3's that were problematic for a small percentage of users. Hoka did allow for replacements, regardless of use, if a failure occurred in that batch of shoes. I do not know if that is even an option at this point, given the time frame from when the ATR 3 were first released.
If you found the ATR was suitable otherwise, than I would recommend trying the newer Challenger ATR v5. I know with the problems you had, that you may wish to avoid them, but, as with all manufacturers, identified issues in quality do get addressed in future productions.
If you have a local shop, ask them if they will work with you if the shoes have a premature breakdown. I do not know what country you live in, but in America, REI carries the shoe and they can be returned up to a year after purchase for ANY reason related to use.
At 500 miles / 800 km your shoe's problem may be within a normal range of wear, but not at 300 km.
A similar Hoka shoe in the level of cushioning and stability is the Hoka Speedgoat v4, but it is built for more rugged terrain so the materials in the sole are different.
The New Balance Women's Fresh Foam Hierro v5 has a cushion level near to the Hoka Challenger ATR and is designed for the same type of use. For those who report that they fit well, they give it high marks in the same performance areas that the Hoka shoes also are meant for.
Just to be clear it is calc. Flour. - calcium flouride., a homeopathic remedy. Best of luck
As Trecile has pointed out, there are no active ingredients in homeopathic pillules so I apologise if I have in any way made you think they might be a ‘remedy’ for your issues. It was incorrect to use that word, i didnt think how it might come across.
I can only say It is something i have a belief in, but there is no scientific evidence to back that belief up.
All the best anyway .
I am looking at Hoka as well, I have always worn NB Leadville model that I import from the states as you could not get them in Oz. they were terrific never a blister but they no longer make them...a shame . look on utube.. ginger runner who does reviews and work out what suits you.Which model of Hoka are you now using? There may be a similar New Balance offering that can offer near the same level of cushioning, depending on the Hoka you use.
Do you need a wider than normal width, or do most regular width shoes fit you ok?
I am looking at Hoka as well, I have always worn NB Leadville model that I import from the states as you could not get them in Oz. they were terrific never a blister but they no longer make them...a shame . look on utube.. ginger runner who does reviews and work out what suits you.
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