Hoka Men's Bondi B 2 Running Shoes - 2013

i cannot say enough about these great kicks. if you have had bondi b's prior, these are even an upgrade if you can imagine that. i like the seemingly more ventilated forefoot, as well as the pull loop on the heel (actually wish they had the same horizontal pull on the Bondi Speed, which i also have and love). as i have written before, never before - and i have tried them all - have my legs felt better post-runs, which i think is the greatest benefit when logging some extended miles. but even on race day - i am wearing them for my run this coming weekend IM 70.3 florida as they make me feel light and floaty. and i am a big dude too. don't think twice about this purchase. (ps - orthotics fit perfect in these too!) (Posted on 5/16/13)

I've been running in these exclusively for the last 4 weeks averaging 43 miles a week. I'm 6' 190 and at 45 Ive been through some shoes. The first couple runs felt almost awkward but once I shortened my stride and concentrated on a quicker turnover I have become not only faster but no longer have that tired, sore feeling after runs. They don't feel that soft and as far as looks go who cares. I actually like wearing them around because they do break necks. Best thing is my wife got a pair who is not a runner and refused to "ever" run a race is 3 weeks away from her first 5K. She walks fast on the treadmill but always had problems if she ran and decided to run a minute and it has progressed. It's nice to have your partner understand why one runs. Thanks to Hoka my passion is becoming her passion. Thanks to Hoka whenever I order a new pair she will expect a pair... Thank$! (Posted on 4/13/13)

It's only been two runs, but it is amazing how comfy these shoes are. They also don't look as "huge" in person as some pictures make them seem. I can't wait to get out again for my next run! (Posted on 4/13/13)

Best running shoe I have ever used, by far! I have used the traditional shoes from Asics to Brooks to Saucony and the Hoka's are in a league of their own. Just ran the Georgia Marathon last Sunday and ran my best time. Feet felt great at the end. Looking forward to a great ultra season now! If the Hoka road shoes are this good, I cannot wait to try out their trail shoes. (Posted on 3/24/13)

The Bondi B2 has done wonders for my plantar fasciitis! My foot still hurts some but not near as much and the recovery after a run is much faster. I feel that it is just a matter of time before my PF is healed. Plus these shoes are fun to run in, they are not "fast" shoes but are great for logging miles and building your base while reducing the pounding to your joints. I have 105 miles on mine now so I think I can safely say they are working for me. The outsole shows some wear on the outside of each heel but the eva foam is still holding up with no signs of compression, they spring right back to life. I should get at least 600 miles easy out of these but will try for 1000 if I think the eva is holding up. I am very happy with these shoes as I was really stuggleing with the other shoes I have tried. I am a bigger runner BTW at 200 pounds. (Posted on 3/23/13)

I had been struggling with a seemingly unsolvable problem of a significant hot spot on the ball of my left foot, and everything I tried (, lubrication, new shoes, new socks, different lacing, etc) did little to alleviate the problem. I'd see Hokas and initially wrote them off as gimmicky, until I read an article on SlowTwitch.com by Dan Empfield. I decided to give them a try, and have not looked back since then. The problem is solved! (Posted on 3/19/13)

Ran a 50K in the Hoka's and my feet felt really good during and afterwards. Ran the same race last year in another brand of shoes and my dogs were "barking" the last 5 miles. Give them a try! (Posted on 3/19/13)

As an elite 50+ Triathlete competing for over 25 years I had started seeing numerous legs issues from running. I had heard about Hoka's from a friend who is an ultra marathoner and he swore by them. I had a hard time coming to grips with the price of them. I decided to buy a used pair(about 40 miles) off e-bay to see if they were as advertised. I was blown away at how comfortable they were and the lack of leg fatigue I have experienced since purchasing these. I have about 500 miles on this used pair and they are still going strong but just recently purchased my first pair of new ones with out any hesitation and I will continue to do so probably forever unless they do something stupid and change them. They are worth the high price. It would be nice if they could get it down but I guess whatever the market will bear. (Posted on 3/16/13)

Joint damage to my toes from Rheumatoid Arthritis stopped me from running for several years. As I gradually returned to running, I discovered Hoka One One, and what a difference. The combination of outstanding cushioning paired with exceptionally light weight is just ideal for me. I've even converted my wife to Hoka One One. And, I get a kick out of their bold styling. Some manufacturers would opt to make their shoes look "conventional". Not the folks over at Hoka One One. (Posted on 3/13/13)

I am fairly new to running and have a long history of foot problems. After a handful of short runs in the Hokas I have to say they are exactly as advertised. Pillow soft on the run and zero leg or foot discomfort after. I think using these in my shoe rotation is going to allow me to run for a long time. (Posted on 3/3/13)

I've been using Hokas since Aug. 12 , from the Stinson Evo Trail to Bondi and bondi b 2. They are amazing! They help me run faster with less fatigue. I've Pr 'd with them on long trail runs to road 1/2 marathons. I would recommend they Highly!! (Posted on 3/3/13)

preface: i am a clydesdale triathlete, thankfully a fast one, however running has always been the truest challenge, esp. to find a shoe that worked for me. trust me, i have tried them all. and finally, i found the hoka bondi b. my legs feel fresh even after the longest runs; they are the most shock absorbing shoe i have ever worn; yet at the same time über light; orthotics fit exceptionally well. i have tried another pair recently just to let my two pairs of hoka's "rest" - the result? i am never going back. hoka's all day every day my friends! (Posted on 3/2/13)

Awesome training and racing shoe. Been racing in them for 3 seasons. From trails to the Kona Ironman, legs still feel good after a long run and especially when coming off 112 miles on the bike. Have converted many friends who now ride the Hokas. Awaiting the new revised versions with lighter and more breathable top. (Posted on 2/22/13)

The hokas put pleasure back into running , the bondi b 2 has a more breathable upper , the sole remains the same smooth stable feel with the only shoe out there with a energy return via a transfer of downward energy to a forward roll .All it takes is a slight forward lean and the shoe provides a sensation effortless motion. (Posted on 2/14/13)

Hoka's are becoming more and more popular throughout the running community. I'm not sure I will be able to run in anything else. The Stinson Evo's seem to fit my foot the best. I have heard the Bondi's are great for road use. (Posted on 2/10/13)

The best pair of running shoes I have owned in the past 40 years. This is not an exaggeration. I really love them and they keep the jolts to a minimum. I am really glad I purchased them and they are my fourth pair of running shoes in the past two months. I really love them. (Posted on 1/31/13)