HOKA Speedgoat 6 Reviews

After 600 km of alpine and muddy forest running, including a 70 km race, a runner's Speedgoat 6 upper is intact and the cushioning still good.

Their Speedgoat 6 is still like new after about 300 km, with some lug wear but the same cushioning and propulsion as at first.

A 175 lb runner with 300 km in the Speedgoat 6 likes it: lugs barely worn, perfect stack and drop for trails and no narrowness issues for their narrow feet, but it feels brick-like on asphalt.

Three pairs in, a runner uses the Speedgoat 6 for everything up to 20 miles with over 350 miles per pair and no fit problems.

On their second pair, a runner finds the Speedgoat 6 slightly firmer than the 5 but more durable, retiring one at 400 miles still runnable.

A 'good shoe' verdict, but questions whether it's still category-leading. It fixed the v5's problems and gives a secure fit, durable materials, great grip and protection. The midsole lost some liveliness after 50-100 miles, though, and if you want real cushion there are better options now. 'Maybe it isn't that special anymore.'

Called a reliable, durable 'blue collar' trail shoe and a return to form after the v5. Drawbacks: a long break-in (~50 miles), a short tongue, stiffness, and too little cushion past 8-10 miles for bigger runners.

Excellent all-round trail shoe: well cushioned, stable, great traction and a durable upper, and still intact near 300 miles. Wide sizing is available. His only gripe is that rivals have caught up, so it's no longer unique.

Almost 100 miles over four to five weeks at varied paces and terrain. They liked the comfort from the first run, the stable broad platform, the sticky grip and the slightly firmer, more responsive midsole, and expect 500-600 miles of life. Downsides: a snug Hoka fit (they went up to the wide version for a relaxed fit), a less breathable upper, a thinner toe rand and struggles in sloppy mud. The midsole is less soft and bouncy than the Speedgoat 5, but they call it a great one-trail-shoe choice.

Wide-footed Topo and Altra fan, happy with the Speedgoat 6 over 100 km and calls it a trail tank with everything needed.