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REI has HOKA Men's Challenger ATR 6 Trail-Running Shoes (limited sizes) on sale for $69.83. Shipping is free, otherwise choose free store pickup where stock permits.

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  • Dual-layer mesh uppers made with REPREVE yarn breathe easy to keep your feet cool in hot weather
  • CMEVA foam midsoles lend stability and impact absorption
  • Early-stage Meta-Rocker places the transition zone behind the metatarsal heads for a smooth ride and fast forefoot transition
  • Zonal rubber placement on outsoles reduces weight and adds durability; broad, closely spaced 4 mm lugs provide all-terrain traction
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Rei.com [rei.com] has HOKA Men's Challenger ATR 6 Trail Running Shoes (Outer Space/Radiant Yellow) on sale for $69.83. Select free store pickup where available, otherwise shipping is free.
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The better GTX gore-tex water resistant version is also available for $74.83

It's worth the small $$$$ difference

https://www.rei.com/product/18312...shoes-mens
Not looking to pick a fight, but the high arch is by design - it doesn't "plague" the shoe. If it is "obtrusive" to you, perhaps HOKA isn't the right shoe brand for you.

Also these are trail runners, and as such are not specifically made for pavement. However, in the two years since I've had this same model, I've run 2 10Ks and 3 5Ks on pavement, along with the associated training and regular exercise on neighborhood streets in these shoes, plus occasional leisure sneaker activities. I've not experienced any of the poor durability claims you make. Even after all that use, they're nowhere near ready for being replaced.
Great find, little heads up , they run narrow, not the best for wide feet

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rokon4heyseus
02-01-2023 at 02:09 PM.
02-01-2023 at 02:09 PM.
Just my 2 cents:

I've been running for almost 3 decades (wow I'm old). Honestly my best recommendation is to try these on before buying (if you can). There are so many factors to buying the right running shoe for the specific individual. Places like Runners World or Snails Pace will have you run on a treadmill to measure foot impact, stride length, and a ton more. How much cushion? What terrain will you run on? Best way is to try them on in a B&M...or borrow a friend's (gross).

Tl dr: Hoka is a solid brand. Get New Balance MT series. Jk 😜
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seahawks
02-01-2023 at 02:25 PM.
02-01-2023 at 02:25 PM.
Quote from JonathanS5325 :
What line did you wear? I found it to be the exact opposite in that they were more roomy and ran a bit wide compared to other brands I wore at the time. This was about 2 years ago with the Clifton 8s. Not sure how things have changed though since that was my last pair of Hokas, but I've been thinking about getting another pair when the right deal comes along.
I have the Arahi 5's in 2E width. Got them a little over a year ago. They are also almost 2 sizes smaller than my other brand of shoes I own (Vans, Adidas, Nike, etc)
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brucknerfan
02-01-2023 at 02:47 PM.
02-01-2023 at 02:47 PM.
Quote from eocuph :
Meh, soft landing but no energy return. Asics Fuji light 2 or 3 is a much better road to trail option. Similar stack height, but better lock down and much more fun to run in.

The Asics shoe is quite different. The forefoot is very flexible and midsole is not as cushioned. Might not be the best option for people that like rockered shoes.
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brucknerfan
02-01-2023 at 02:50 PM.
02-01-2023 at 02:50 PM.
Hoka.com put their carbon plated trail shoe, the Tecton X on sale this week. 20% off. This model is getting an update soon and retailers will put it on clearance towards the end of winter.

The Tecton X is the only trail shoe Hoka makes that has their supercritical midsole foam.
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02-01-2023 at 03:04 PM.
02-01-2023 at 03:04 PM.
Quote from sjjones :
The better GTX gore-tex water resistant version is also available for $74.83

It's worth the small $$$$ difference

https://www.rei.com/product/18312...shoes-mens [rei.com]
Good finding! Is this GTX version good for daily regular jogging?
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bagofchips
02-01-2023 at 03:27 PM.
02-01-2023 at 03:27 PM.
Quote from Wand :
Do these run true to their size?
I'm a 10 and always that's my size. My feet are a LITTLE wide and some models historically don't work for me, like the Speedgoat.

Have had Challengers & Stinson & Mafates (many pairs) but am super partial to the Torrents.
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02-01-2023 at 03:37 PM.
02-01-2023 at 03:37 PM.
I'm super weird. Any arch in a shoe hurts my foot. Like where the arch is on the side of my foot. No idea how I'm such an anomaly but I'm nervous to try these due to the high arch comments ;(
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SDVeteran
02-01-2023 at 04:08 PM.
02-01-2023 at 04:08 PM.
Ordered one. Seems like these run narrow so most likely returning them
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02-01-2023 at 04:27 PM.
02-01-2023 at 04:27 PM.
Quote from sjjones :
The better GTX gore-tex water resistant version is also available for $74.83

It's worth the small $$$$ difference

https://www.rei.com/product/18312...shoes-mens
Seriously curious - is the Gore-Tex useful when the show also has all that side venting?
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JT84
02-01-2023 at 04:27 PM.
02-01-2023 at 04:27 PM.
Sad that the GTX model does not come with wider sizing. Ordered the regular ones anyhow. Thank you for posting.
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02-01-2023 at 04:31 PM.
02-01-2023 at 04:31 PM.
Indeed, they are comfy and for me true to size. For example, in Adidas, Puma, Skechers I'm the same size but Nike I size up a half. Have these in another color from the Dec sale. Mainly used for jog walking my dog about 3-4 miles a day. My opinion, I would put them around the same league as Nike Pegasus line with "react" foam in terms of foot padding.
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P1t0
02-01-2023 at 04:32 PM.
02-01-2023 at 04:32 PM.
Sweet! Grabbed myself a pair! I love these for hiking.
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02-01-2023 at 05:00 PM.
02-01-2023 at 05:00 PM.
Quote from hellspice :
Not looking to pick a fight, but the high arch is by design - it doesn't "plague" the shoe. If it is "obtrusive" to you, perhaps HOKA isn't the right shoe brand for you.

Also these are trail runners, and as such are not specifically made for pavement. However, in the two years since I've had this same model, I've run 2 10Ks and 3 5Ks on pavement, along with the associated training and regular exercise on neighborhood streets in these shoes, plus occasional leisure sneaker activities. I've not experienced any of the poor durability claims you make. Even after all that use, they're nowhere near ready for being replaced.

Did you just trailsplain me?
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02-01-2023 at 05:35 PM.
02-01-2023 at 05:35 PM.
It's REI. Buy it in your 2 closest sizes and then return the one that doesn't fit or heck return both if neither work for you.
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blackbeasst
02-01-2023 at 06:17 PM.
02-01-2023 at 06:17 PM.
How are these for just every day walking?
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