![]() ![]() Granted, they have some responsiveness to propel you down the road but not enough if you’re looking to do speed or tempo runs in them. More usage will tell if the zonal rubber placement found on the outsole gives the shoe increased durability and reduced wear and tear.Īlthough the Arahi 6 offers a smooth ride, don’t expect to get much energy return from this shoe. The cushioning was the right amount, and at no point did my feet feel like they were pounded on the tarmac or gravel. The breathable mesh upper moved well with my feet during the run. The Arahi 6 didn’t feel heavy, and I thought it had a rounded fit to support my foot. The shoes felt smooth during a longish run of eight miles and a shorter, slightly fast-paced one at three. There are standard, narrow, and wide-width options available similar to the Arahi 5 model. But the toe-box is roomy enough for a nice bit of flex, making the toe-offs feel natural. Given the heel height of 29mm and the forefoot height of around 24 mm, the Arahi 6 is not the most flexible stability shoe. The heel-to-toe transition created a springboard effect to drive forward momentum. Hoka’s use of their signature Meta-Rocker midsole is intended to make landings and toe-offs gentle I had to applaud the brand’s ability to deliver on this front. Thankfully, it guided my foot instead of correcting it, which was very much welcome. I was particularly keen to see if the Arahi 6 did give support for runners like myself who overpronate. They certainly had a bounce to them underfoot yet remained firm. The different colour foam in the J-Frame on the sole is noticeably firmer than the rest of the foam. ![]() ![]() Meanwhile, the reinforced pull tab at the heel made them easier to pull on and off. The lightweight mesh uppers give them a snug, comfortable fit, as does the additional padding on the tongue on this model. There was no stiffness or rigidity, which can be the case depending on the material used for such a shoe. As soon as I pulled on the footwear, I felt a decent amount of cushioning without it feeling like it had extra weight weighing me down or tightening my foot, especially around the toe area. Striking a sweet spot between stability and lightweight cushioning is not always easy, but Hoka seems to have managed to do this seamlessly with the Arahi 6. (Image credit: Hoka One One ) Hoka Arahi 6 review: Ergonomics ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |