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Reddit Reviews
lecluzeauAgreed! They’re almost too sticky!
mo-mxMy trusted old Hoka Mafate Speed 2's. I don't know what they put in that rubber, but it's like magic on ice and snow.
CuteporquinhaI also went a similar run today and I just used the Hoka Mafate Speed ones and they're great very sticky sole!! (Edited a typo)
DunnoWhatToPutSoHiLa sportiva prodigio pro is incredible if you're willing to spend the £150 or so. Hoka mafate speed is good, new version looks mega soft
You are absolutely bonkers. I have the utmost respect for finishing in those! Mafate is a good shoe but hokas are too narrow for me and give me blisters unfortunately
Limp_Temperature1846Nice! Are the Mafates looking like a better shoe for longer and technical mountain runs? Also bummed that I’m not liking the speedgoats as much as earlier versions
Came back to say that I’ve taken the Mafates on a few long technical runs now (10-15m, 3-4k feet) and love them! Great shoe!
rotn21Hoka Mafate Speed. Haven’t tried the newest version, love the 4s
teethface_24Happy to see I own three shoes featured on this list. \- Nike Peg Trail: A perfect door to trail shoe. Light, snappy, and can easily log long miles. Advised only for light trail terrain, think California carpet. \- HOKA Mafate Speed: Will just eat any type of terrain. Ran a 50k and never once bothered my feet. \- Nike Zegama 2: Have a pair stashed in the closet, ready for use.
TonyTheJetAfter years of Hoka Speedgoats and not liking the latest model, I now use the Hoka Mafate Speed for my hikes under 16-18 miles and Saucony Xodus for the long runs/hikes.
They have held up well for me! The last two outings I did were 15 miles, 6700 feet of vert and 21 miles, 5600 feet of vert on varied terrain. They don't feel like "running on clouds" as much as the Speedgoats, but they grip rock very well and give you more feel on class 2-4 scrambles. They also aren't as likely to tip and twist your ankles. I think if you're looking to get into ultra distance you might want something built more for a long haul, but I've been fine up to 20ish miles.
Rankings by Use Case
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Best for Deep mud and soft ground
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Salomon - Speedcross Series
Best for Quick draining and drying for wet trails
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Altra - Lone Peak Series
Best for Road-to-trail transitions
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Nike - Pegasus Trail Series
Best for Steep technical descents
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Altra - Lone Peak Series
Best for Technical rocky terrain
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La Sportiva - Prodigio Series
Best for Ultra-marathon racing
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La Sportiva - Prodigio Series
