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03/06/2021
Eric S.- How would you rate the fit? Not for meCould be betterGoodPretty comfy!Perfect!
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- If yes, how do these stack up? leather upper for winter wear and golf spot on!
Hoka one one bondi
excellent, comfort perfect fit and a great price to match, couldn't ask for more
Hoka One One Bondi SR Mens D Width
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This shoe feels so lightweight and the cushioning is very comfortable! I'd say I have a pretty average arch, where I like some support but the shoes with pronounced arch support will hurt my feet. This was perfect for me, and probably flatter-footed people; but if you like a lot of arch support this may not be for you. I wore it around the house to try it out, and after a couple hours, I could feel the pressure of the tongue/upper pressing into the dorsal part of my foot. By the time I took them off, my feet took a few minutes for the circulation to return to normal. Perhaps because it's leather, there's less give. So if you've ever had that issue with other shoes, it might also come up with this pair. Also, the pull tab at the back was kind of annoying in conjunction with my scrub pants. The tab sticks out horizontally, so my hem would get caught on top of the tab every time I got up from sitting, which looks messy. That said, the cushioning for the soles of my feet was wonderful. It was true to size and there's lots of space in the toe box. If it weren't for the upper issue, I could definitely see myself wearing these for a full day on my feet and feeling very well supported. I'd still give it a try. I did like it, but the gripes I had with it were a dealbreaker considering the price.The Bondi X is a carbon-plated, max-cushioned trainer; the Bondi 7 is a non-plated, max-cushioned trainer. Here we will be comparing these two Hoka trainers.
The Hoka Bondi X is a brand new training shoe with a thick, stiff midsole. It has a full-length carbon plated in its midsole and has a premium price of $200.
The Hoka Bondi is on its 7th iteration and is also a highly cushioned daily trainer. The Bondi 7 costs $150 and weighs more than the Bondi X.
Which one of these max-cushioned Hoka trainers is for you?
OKA ONE ONE Bondi X
The Hoka One One Bondi X is a super premium, max-cushioned trainer with a carbon plate in its midsole that makes it feel snappy. The Bondi X is softer, more comfortable and more versatile than the regular Bondi 7 but it does come with a $50 higher price tag.
The Bondi 7 is supposed to be a max-cushioned, long-distance trainer but it rides more like a daily trainer.
Its stiff Meta-Rocker midsole helps roll you through transitions and makes the ride feel efficient, however the Bondi 7 is missing the signature Hoka “running on clouds” experience.
Version 7 has been updated with a new upper, the biggest addition being a comfortable memory foam collar. It maintains the same midsole and outsole as its predecessor.
The midsole of the Bondi X is made of EVA and it’s the softest midsole that Hoka has ever created. The Bondi 7 also has an EVA midsole but it feels firmer than the Bondi X’s midsole.
The biggest difference between the midsoles of these two trainers is that the Bondi X has a carbon plate embedded in its midsole which stops it from flexing.
The carbon plate makes the Bondi X’s ride feel less natural than the Bondi 7 but it makes the Bondi X feel more propulsive. The Bondi 7 relies on a rocker shaped midsole to make it energy-saving and efficient.
The Bondi X is better suited to steady runs while the Bondi 7 is better suited to slow, easy and recovery runs.
Stability is better in the Bondi X because it has a wider midsole base which flares out. The plate in its midsole also makes the shoe feel more stable.
The Bondi 7 has a more durable outsole which has more rubber on it. The Bondi X has less rubber in order to save weight so the Bondi 7 is more durable and will be able to eat up more miles.
The upper of the Bondi X is made from hot melt TPU yarns which is lightweight and breathable. It has a thin, racing-inspired tongue which is gusseted and it has a wider fit than most Hokas which makes it very comfortable. It fits true to size.
The upper of the Bondi 7 is made of engineered mesh which is thicker and warmer than the Bondi X’s mesh. The tongue of the Bondi 7 is lightly padded and not gusseted. The collar of the Bondi 7 is filled with memory foam which gives the Bondi 7 a plush, luxurious feel. It fits true to size but has a very narrow fit so it’s available in a wide version.
If you’re looking for a soft daily trainer which can handle easy and steady paced runs, the Bondi X is the better option. Its stiff carbon plate makes the Bondi X more propulsive than the Bondi 7 and it’s also lighter which makes it easier to pick up the pace. The Bondi X has a more comfortable upper but its outsole is not as durable as the Bondi 7.
If you’re looking for a firmer daily trainer for mainly recovery and easy runs, the Bondi 7 is the better option. It has a more natural feeling ride and very plush, comfortable collar padding. The Bondi 7 is also $50 cheaper than the Bondi X which makes it much better value for money.