Hoka - Speedgoat 5

I've the Speedgoat 5 and Zegama 2. The Zegama are way better for me, in particular for long runs 20k+, as I'm getting blisters with the SG5s. Zegama's are so much more comfortable and better fitting and they work very well on tarmac too. Due to the stack height, they are not the most stable, so I wouldn't recommend them for highly technical trails or muddy stuff (but I'd say that's true for the SG5s too). Next trail shoe purchase will be Zegama's again, my feet do love them.

11 Road: - Saucony Endorfine Speed 3 (retired) - Adidas Takumi Sen 8 (intervals, ~5k races) - 2x Adidas Evo SL (daily trainer, 3rd pair ready to go) - Adidas Pro 4 (just used for a HM) - ASICS Superblast 2 (used for long runs, ultras, dislike) - Brooks Adrenaline 22 (retired, just for hikes) Trail: - Saucony Peregrine 13 (stiff, only when muddy) - Hoka Speedgoat 5 (have miles left, but Zegama are infinitely more comfortable - sort of retired) - Nike Zegama 2 (daily trail trainer / trail ultras, new pair ready to go) - Adidas Agravic Speed ultra (short trail races, gives me heel blisters)

I’m on my 3rd season of switching to trail runners over hiking boots. Everyone may have a different experience but for me, my feet have never been happier (Hooka, Speedgoat 5).

I’m on my 3rd season of switching to trail runners over hiking boots. Everyone may have a different experience but for me, my feet have never been happier (Hooka, Speedgoat 5).

Cascadia 16s were my go-to, now it's Speedgoat 5s. Solid on some ridiculously rocky, rooty trails in MA.

I'm heavier and the SG5s are my go-tos. Also been liking the Topo MTN racer 3 of late

In the same boat in re loose ankle ligaments and rolled ankles, and never really made the connection. I was running exclusively in SGs, and rolled my ankle badly thrice in three months at the end of last year. Been in PT and just getting back to being able to run again after the last one. Didn't have this issue with my old cascadias, so now I'm curious to try switching up my shoes.

You probably want to go to a store and try a few, or order a few and return the ones that don't work. Lots of speedgoat mentions so I'll add the Salomon Genesis - I loved the speedgoat 5, but the 6 doesn't work for me so I switched to the Genesis instead. Loving it so far. I know this is controversial but I also love the quicklace system, feels so much more secure and consistent than standard laces.

I am a hobbyist wildlife photographer who also happens to trail run and yeah, I use my trail running shoes when I'm out taking photos. I typically pick my hoka speedgoats for this at the moment, I like having something cushy because my camera is ancient and heavy af. Also use an old pair of brooks cascadias that are a little too beat up to run in, but fine to walk in. When it is very muddy or snowy, I switch to boots (I have a pair of Irish Setter Wingshooters that work really well for this).

So I loved the Speedgoat 5 (wide), the 6 is ok but just isn’t the same. Kind of makes me sad. Challenger is different but I think I like it more than the 6. I know this is probably the wrong sub but does anyone have a road shoe that gives me those SG5 feels with a tread I won’t wear off in a month on the pavement?

I daily wear trail runners. Hoka speedgoat 5s felt like they wore out really quick (but super comfy and I'd do it again if they still made them). Wearing challengers now and I feel like they're doing just fine though. Probably a different compound or something. I'd imagine the answer is just "it depends"

I’ve run in Speedgoat 5’s for years (I’m on my 4th pair). Often in very rocky and wet trails. I don’t often do more than 12-15 miles but I rarely slip and feet are rarely sore after my longest runs.

Location Minnesota I started off with YakTrax Running slip on for my trail shoes. They work, but they also have a sqush to them. Which changes how your shoe interacts with the surface. So, personally I only used them when I had to due to icy conditions. Regular snow I would just run good socks and my trail shoes. Then I picked up the spiked version of the Speedgoat 5's. The Speedgoat 5's fit my foot well. I have run a 50k with the regular 5's. I perfer a spike built into the shoe vs adding something to the shoe.

Speedgoat 5’s I went through 6 pairs on my triple crown hikes. I’ll never wear another shoe on trail.

12,650 miles total hiked on long distance trails were all in trail runners. I’ll be on the CDT sobo this year with Speedgoat 5’s I only wear hiking boots if I’m helping with trail maintenance.

I used these and SpeedGoat 5 currently. Im so bad at telling the difference between shoes. I can't tell if its a blessing or a curse. No shoes feel faster/slower than another after about a half mile of a run.

Everyone's feet are different shapes and sizes. What works for one may not work for another. But anecdotally, I will say I've liked each trail shoe I've punched based on this subs suggestions in the past. I have narrowish feet. I've run a 50 mile race on Nike Zegama 2s, and a 50K long run on Hoka Speed Goat 5s. And trained on trails in both shoes. I like both of them, and would repurchase again if I wasn't one to try New shoes just because. I just picked up Speed Goat 6s tonight and will be running a 30 miler on Sunday in them. (Last long run before a 115 mile race at the end of the month) I can report back her what I think of them post run if interested. I plan on splitting the 115 mile race between all 3 shoes. Again, I can report back on how each one feels during the same race.

I’m a true believer that Hoka screwed the pooch on the Speed Goat 6s. The 5s were fantastic shoes.

I think I've had 6 pairs from 3,4, evo, 5 and the 6 is by far the worst. 5 wore out fast, the 6 is likely the same but it's not in my rotation enough to die. I was the biggest sg fan but the dream is over, they suck now.

Your best bet is to find one of the prior generation of current shoes (Speedgoat 5, Topo, Altra, Salomon etc). Anything is going to be light years ahead of chucks in terms of traction and support. Head to your local run shop , let them know your budget and try on as many as you can - every make/model fits differently and everyone has different feet , trying on in person is the best way to make sure you get the most value for your dollars. Good luck 👍