A good and comfortable shoe to run in.
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A top-tier race shoe, especially for shorter distances and fast training runs. By Hoka standards, the Rocket X Trail has firm cushioning and a very good ground feel. Compared to other Hoka models, the stack height is quite moderate.
The Rocket X Trail performs best on easy trails and gravel roads. On these surfaces, it rewards good running technique: the lightweight construction and the carbon plate’s rebound return some of the energy from landing back into toe-off.
We do not recommend this shoe for beginner runners or for walking, as the cushioning—and especially the carbon plate—requires some speed and force to function properly.