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REVIEW: HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes

One of the hardest working shoes in the HOKA line-up, the Bondi 8 takes a bold step forward this season, reworked with softer, lighter foams and a brand-new extended heel geometry. Taking on a billowed effect, the rear crash pad affords an incredibly soft and balanced ride from heel strike to forefoot transition.

Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes

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KEY FEATURES

Upper:

• Vegan

• Engineered mesh with recycled content

• Partially gusseted tongue

• Recycled content lining

• Ortholite® Hybrid (recycled) sockliner

Midsole:

• All-new lightweight, resilient foam

• Heel pull tab

• Extended heel with billowed grooves

Outsole:

• Durabrasion rubber outsole

• Zonal rubber placement for weight savings

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoe

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ENHANCEMENTS FROM THE BONDI 7

• Softer, more resilient new foam

• More rubber coverage for enhanced durability

• More precise internal collar foam for enhanced comfort

• Extended heel for smoother transitions

• More sustainable materials

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoe

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COMPARISON WITH OTHER HOKA MODELS

Bondi 8 vs Clifton 8:

• Both the Bondi 8 and Clifton 8 are legacy icons with ample cushioning, minimal weight, and a uniquely smooth ride.

• The Bondi 8 is a maximally-cushioned shoe first and foremost. The Clifton achieves a best-of-both-worlds balance.

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Pictured: The HOKA Bondi 8 Road Running Shoe

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Bondi 8 vs Kawana:

• Both the Bondi 8 and Kawana feature maximal HOKA cushioning, and unique geometry designed to provide a smooth, supportive ride at any pace.

• The Kawana features a more responsive CMEVA foam and SwallowTail™ geometry designed to provide a more versatile training experience.

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