[A self-paying review without any consideration] HOKA ONE ONE TENNINE HIKE GORE-TEX Unconventional Decathor has overturned the common sense of hiking shoes

HOKA ONE ONE 's momentum never stops.

HOKA ONE ONE has revolutionized trail running shoes with its unique thick sole , has expanded its lineup in recent years, not only to trail running, but also to the category of road running shoes, and finally hiking shoes, increasingly increasing the number of followers of its unique shoe philosophy in many sports and outdoor fields.

TENNINE HIKE GORE-TEX hiking boots, developed by the HOKA® in great boots, developed to make the hiking experience more comfortable and enjoyable. At a glance, the concept, appearance and content are innovative, avant-garde, bold and unique.

I have worn several HOKA® So I finally decided to buy these all-new approaches of the latest hiking shoes at my own expense, and then try walking while wearing them in a heavy load and wearing them in a light outfit. What's the difference between regular shoes? And was that ambitious attempt a success? As usual, I would like to check these things without any precautions.

Main features of HOKA ONE ONE TENNINE HIKE GORE-TEX

The HOKA ONE ONE TENNINE HIKE GTX is a mid-cut hiking boot made for long distance hiking on technical terrain. The midsole incorporates hovercraft elements and the rear-expanded Hubble® heel shape and compression molded EVA foam provide high stability and cushioning on the downhill, reducing the burden on your ankles when landing. In addition, the rocker-shaped sole supports smooth weight transfer. The outsole uses Vibram® Megagrip, which is well-known for its high grip, allowing for reliable traction and braking over a variety of terrain. The flexible mesh upper is designed with sustainability, durable, breathable and waterproof, and is comfortable for a long time from the moment you wear it, making it an attractive pair of shoes for hikers who are usually dissatisfied with stiff or heavy boots, or for beginners who are still worried about their strength in climbing.

Recommended points

• Shock absorbing properties that make you feel like you're walking on a cloud
• High stability on flat ground and gentle, uneven terrain
• A midsole with a rocker design that supports smooth, rolling foot movements
• Lightweight despite extensive support for comfort
• Grip power that allows you to land and step on stable steep slopes and wet terrain
• Once tightened, it is difficult to loosen
• High waterproof (breathable) properties due to GORE-TEX and boot shape

Points that interest me

• While it is very stable on flat terrain and loose descents, the extremely wide sole is difficult to use in steep and rocky technical mountainous areas.
• The heels that extend backwards must be taken downhill and should not get caught by tree roots or stairs.
• Soft, thick cushions tend to cause more blurring when landing than regular boots when they are heavy.
• Expensive price

Main Specifications and ratings

Detailed review

Comfortable fit and luxury to tighten your entire foot firmly

This model is a mid-cut hiking boot, but when I put my feet in it, I felt it was soft, as if I was wearing trail running shoes, and it was comfortable to wear without any discomfort.

Basically, the last shape is loose enough to have a toe box, but the area of ​​the shoelaces extends to the toe of the toes, so if you tighten the strings, you can make the entire instep fit tightly.

Although it does not seem particularly robust in terms of protection to the shoes and toes, it is equipped with the minimum necessary items as hiking shoes, making it safe. Rather, while maintaining protection, the front part from the toes to ankles is mesh-like, so despite being GORE-TEX waterproof shoes, it is surprisingly difficult to get stuffy (photo below). It's a great plus for comfort when walking for long periods of time.

The metal hooks at the ankle position of the shoelaces had a very good catch on the laces, and during the test there was almost no looseness in the shoes at all. Furthermore, the ankle area is high for a mid-cut and highly supportive and cushioned, making it easier to prevent gravel and dirt from entering when walking (photo below).

The GORE-TEX membrane wraps around the foot to a high position on the tongue, making it extremely waterproof (photo below).

An innovative midsole that delivers unprecedented stability and shock absorption.

With this comfort in mind, we will finally focus on the sole part, the biggest issue with this boot. The biggest feature of this boot is the HUBBLE® heel shape with a large extension on the back (photo below).

Why did you need to make your heels so big? In short, this is nothing more than "improving stability" when walking (especially downhill).

I'm sure many people will agree that one of the major stresses for hikers' feet is downhill. The downhill often comes after long climbs, and despite the heavy impact and stress that apply to your knees and feet, you must look at them while tired, both your body, feet (energy).

Therefore, HOKA® believes that in order to walk through such dangerous descents more safely and comfortably, even higher "stability" is necessary. As a result of reconstructing the sole from scratch, the answer came up was this extremely vast area sole and an expanded heel. Comparing typical hiking shoes of the same size with TENNINE HIKE The overall sole area is large, but you can see that the back half of the foot is as wide as geta.

The logic is simple: On descent slopes, most hikers land mainly from their heels to absorb the impact, but if they can hold the cushion in as large acreage as possible, the risk of shaking and twisting will be reduced. It should also reduce the load on your feet. It seems to make a lot of sense, and when you actually walk, the effect is clearly visible.

The wide sole reduces the shaking the moment you land, and the wider sole takes impact, giving you an unprecedented sense of security on downhills.

The notch inside the heel plays a role in making it easier to instantly adjust the subtle left and right shaking when landing. These fine tweaks show that this new mechanism has been thoroughly tested and achieved this time (photo below).

Of course, HOKA® 's specialty, and the thick cushioned midsole is still in good condition. At 33mm heels and 29mm toes, you may not be used to it at first, but many people will be addicted to the exquisite cushions that look like they're walking on clouds (photo below).

It is worth noting that although it has such ample support and cushioning, it is not that heavy (at 27cm, 479 grams measured) (photo below). It's safe to say that he's doing surprisingly well.

A calculated rocker shape that will make walking more fun and move your feet naturally forward

It has been designed to make it comfortable to walk not only on descent slopes, but also on flat ground and uphill slopes. One of these is a rocker-shaped sole that curves gently from heel to toe to make it easier to propel your feet from landing to kicking off the ground and forward (photo below).

If the sole of these boots had a flat sole with no ingenuity, the wide sole felt more frustrating than necessary, and it might have resulted in a massive way of walking, like snowshoes and familiar, lifting your feet and then pushing them forward.

At the beginning, it was flat and felt like nothing unusual, but as I started walking, my heels came into contact with the ground slightly earlier than usual, but rather than hitting it, the sole gradually came into contact with the ground as it rotated naturally to my toes. And to put it in a bit more exaggerated, before you know it, you feel like your toes are beginning to kick forward. This rocker shape maintains a completely new but natural walking feel, and not only does it make hiking more enjoyable, its light walking ease (photo below).

The outsole uses Vibram® Megagrip, which is not slippery even in wet rocks or muddy areas, and boasts extremely reliable grip, and also uses a one-time advance Litebase structure that reduces weight without reducing durability (left photo below). The rug is slightly shallow, but the pattern of the rug is well-drained, so it still has high grip as expected.

I don't really want to do it, but I was able to break through the trail of remaining snow that suddenly appeared without any difficulty (photo below. If it was frozen, I'd be out).

Still, the fatal disadvantages of innovative heel shapes are bothering you.

So far, HOKA® has brought to hiking shoes, but in fact, it is not without a fatal negative aspect while walking.

This is none other than that, especially on the downhill slope, it is easy to hook your heels when going down stairs or tree roots (photo below).

It's true that on normal downhills and flat trails, the huge wide sole is very comfortable. It amplified the fun of hiking.

However, the impression changes completely with routes with many tree roots, rocky areas, large rocky mountain paths, and well-maintained stairs. If you walk without being careful, your heels will accidentally hook you to the edge, which could lead to an unexpected fall. Maybe you should be careful and get used to it so that you can walk, but isn't that counterproductive? I can't help but feel that way. Japanese trails are often more varied than wide and long trails in the West, so I personally can't help but think that this is a very troublesome disadvantage for Japanese hikers.

Other than that, as has been the case with all HOKA® shoes, I am concerned about the negative aspects of this soft cushion, and the more it is soft, the more burden it becomes, the more subtle the blur when it lands (photo below). It's not too bothered by the fact that you run lightly on your own, but when it comes to mountain climbing, you'll often find yourself walking with a large load on your back. For this reason, it can be extremely stressful for people with heavy weight, heavy luggage, or in other words, people with heavy weight, so this should be considered before purchasing.

Summary: A completely new "comfortable and fun" hiking experience on well-maintained long-distance trails

"The innovations we brought to running shoes in 2009 will now be hiking," a HOKA® developer said in an interview. Certainly, due to its entirely new construction and shape, this shoe is innovative as a shoe that combines unprecedented stability, comfort and cushioning, and there is no doubt that it will bring a great hiking experience for users. For long distances and long-term trekking or several days of hiking, this vast area of ​​cushioning will always provide you with a comfortable step.

However, it must be said that comfort may be limited in mountains in Japan. The wide platform is prone to getting caught in narrow rocky areas, and it is difficult to walk in stairs with varying elevation and rocks and tree roots. We recommend that you weigh the advantages and disadvantages of whether you should wear these shoes, and consider whether the benefits will outweigh your strength and experience, taking into account your walking area and pace at the same time.

However, the idea of ​​TENNINE HIKE itself is very reasonable, and despite its appearance it is definitely a highly refined and smart product. Time will reveal how hiking boots will evolve in the future, but how will designers overcome various challenges in the future? I can't look forward to that either.