Hoka x Cotopaxi Torrent 2 Trail Running Shoes

Collaborating with the outdoor brand Cotopaxi, the Hoka x Cotopaxi Torrent 2 Trail Running Shoes uses recycled materials without sacrificing technical performance for a reliable and sustainable trail running shoe.

Recycled Mesh Upper

Designed with an engineered mesh upper, the HOKA x Cotopaxi Torrent 2 utilizes recycled Unifi Repreve yarn derived from post-consumer waste plastic. By repurposing plastic waste, this improves the sustainability of the shoe, without compromising any functionality. The lightweight mesh wraps the foot in breathable comfort and ensures added flexibility. The material is extremely lightweight, which contributes to the overall weight of the shoe by keeping it down. Hot air is easily able to escape through the layer of mesh, where it is then replaced by cooler air from outside of the shoe. This will mean that there will be a constant cycle working to keep your feet feeling comfortable in a controlled climate. The material is able to stretch, which will mean that in every stride that you take no matter what the size of it is, the material will react to it, reducing the risk of damage being caused to it. Completing the upper is a lacing system which locks down the midfoot to reduce in-shoe slippage so you can enjoy distraction-free strides.

ProFly Midsole

PROFLY is a dual-density midsole made using rubberised foam that aims to give you a forgiving landing and a responsive toe off. This has meant that HOKA have used softer cushioning in the heel and a firmer foam in the forefoot to ensure you land comfortable but push off quickly. The thick material covers the whole of the foot, making sure that all areas are protected from an impact on the ground. Towards the bottom, the midsole material absorbs impacts from bumps and scrapes. Stopping it from reaching the foot, the higher layer of midsole works to counteract these forces, which in turn provides the feet with rebound and bounceback. This will give you an extra spring in your step. The aim of PROFLY was to make for an even lighter and resilient ride to support you as much as possible when you're running.

Sticky Rubber Outsole

When trail running it is imperative to have an assured footing, with difficult, unpredictable terrain often causing obstacles and challenges to your performance. The Torrent 2 boasts a sticky rubber outsole, which delivers an abundance of grip and traction to help fill you with confidence as you take on the trails. The highly durable outsole is able to maintain its high level of performance no matter what is put in its path. The long-lasting rubber looks after itself when exposed to uneven surfaces, abrasions, and scrapes. This assists with certain movements, like takeoffs, landings and sudden changes of direction. Completing the outsole are mutidirectional lugs which give you the give required to conquer all trails.