Hoka Men's Clifton 9 Shoes (Blanc De Blanc/Virtual Blue)

rajinikanths

Dec 5, 2024 3:26 PM

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rajinikanthsDec 5, 2024 3:26 PM

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Quote from oregon_fan

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Until you wake up one day and plantar fasciitis decides knocks you off your feet. Literally.

Brooks has shoe finder for each foot condition - low or high arch, etc. It suggested GTS adrenaline for me 3 years back when I had plantar fasciitis. It completely got rid of my pain and I was able to do 15k steps per day. Since then I'm not wearing anything other than adrenaline GTS. I was planning to try HOKA but after reading a comment from 6 pairs owner here, I'm little sceptic.

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rkibbe

Dec 5, 2024 4:40 PM

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rkibbeDec 5, 2024 4:40 PM

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No wide sizes 😢 but otherwise a good deal

SFNYC

Dec 5, 2024 6:16 PM

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SFNYCDec 5, 2024 6:16 PM

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Amex does have $25 off $125 (which includes tax) so that's another option for some in addition to 10% cash back, so overall would be better than costco deal (assuming you like the style)

itdepends

Dec 5, 2024 6:36 PM

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itdependsDec 5, 2024 6:36 PM

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Hoka is the only shoes I overpay I recently bought work shoes from new balance I paid 35 after 30 percent discount plus 10% cashback but of course these are two big different shoes I would buy this at 114 no problem

RaiyanAlam

Dec 5, 2024 6:45 PM

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RaiyanAlamDec 5, 2024 6:45 PM

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Quote from craig.678

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$99 on Costco

Went out of stocks in hours

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a4aseph

Dec 5, 2024 7:13 PM

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a4asephDec 5, 2024 7:13 PM

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Quote from rajinikanths

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Brooks has shoe finder for each foot condition - low or high arch, etc. It suggested GTS adrenaline for me 3 years back when I had plantar fasciitis. It completely got rid of my pain and I was able to do 15k steps per day. Since then I'm not wearing anything other than adrenaline GTS. I was planning to try HOKA but after reading a comment from 6 pairs owner here, I'm little sceptic.

Shoe finder online or in store ?
Are you able to run or just walk ?
My wife has pf and she has not been able to run for 3 years can only walk but she still has pain even after walking.

TheCosmoKramer

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Dec 5, 2024 9:03 PM

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TheCosmoKramer

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Quote from HonestAppliance433

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These or the bondi 8? I'm new to Hokas and have a recently developed plantar fasciitis

Clifton 9 is supposed to be better for walking (son used to sell Hoka)

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VioletHealth8715

Dec 5, 2024 10:27 PM

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VioletHealth8715Dec 5, 2024 10:27 PM

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Quote from Sonnysunshine17

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100 or less, no thanks

These shoe companies have got Americans figured out. "We want our shoes to sell for $100 but most shoes sell for $50. How do we get $100? Simple! Just price them at $175 and do a perpetual sale bringing the price to $115 and the schmucks will think they're getting a bargain for our $50 shoes!"

I'd love to try Hoka but I frankly see nothing material wise different between these and some $35 sale adidas.

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RobbyDaBank

Dec 5, 2024 11:24 PM

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RobbyDaBankDec 5, 2024 11:24 PM

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I've heard Clifton 9 is less cushioned/plush than the 8. Anyone have experience with both?

RobbyDaBank

Dec 5, 2024 11:27 PM

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RobbyDaBankDec 5, 2024 11:27 PM

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Quote from VioletHealth8715

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These shoe companies have got Americans figured out. "We want our shoes to sell for $100 but most shoes sell for $50. How do we get $100? Simple! Just price them at $175 and do a perpetual sale bringing the price to $115 and the schmucks will think they're getting a bargain for our $50 shoes!"

I'd love to try Hoka but I frankly see nothing material wise different between these and some $35 sale adidas.

It's about materials and design. Every running shoe has its own type of foam. Some foams are more advanced than others and require more expertise to manufacture. Some last longer than others. Some foams look plush but are really just bulky and stiff, like on the Adidas Duramo. Some can be thin but still soft, like on the Ultraboost DNA. It's not just a gimmick. The cushioning really is significantly different between brands and models.

The foam Hoka uses is extremely comfortable if you stand/walk/run for a long time. You may think it won't make a difference, but your feet, ankles, legs, core, and back will all definitely notice it.

If you put your body through high-impact activities every day, it is worth investing in something that will make you enjoy the activities more and could also reduce your risk of injury by reducing strain, especially on joints.

If companies like Walmart, Reebok, etc., made $30 plush, high-stack shoes (provided they didn't fall apart in a month), then maybe Hoka would need to lower or better justify its pricing, but as things are, only a handful of companies make these kinds of shoes, and they all cost a lot, even on sale.

FWIW I think the New Balance More V4 beats any Hoka shoe on comfort.

Last edited by RobbyDaBank December 5, 2024 at 03:45 PM.

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HDKING

Dec 6, 2024 12:12 AM

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HDKINGDec 6, 2024 12:12 AM

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Quote from omnicious

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Why would you own four pairs of Hokas if they're garbage?

I bought them during a big sale. Liked the looks of them and they seemed comfortable at first.

DonkeyFinest

Dec 6, 2024 12:45 AM

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Quote from CharlesBarkley

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It's nuts to me that shoes are a "deal" at $116 🤷 ♂️

This is popular amongst medical professionals who stand for extended amounts of time.
Average Joe's dont need this type of supportive gear.

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tom_pat

Dec 6, 2024 2:03 AM

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tom_patDec 6, 2024 2:03 AM

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Yes great deal but unfortunately not on wide sizes. If anyone is planning to buy wide (not related to this deal) I would size up by 0.5. Just my 2c

t.i.

Dec 6, 2024 2:06 AM

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t.i.Dec 6, 2024 2:06 AM

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Quote from SDzZz

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tell me you don't know anything about shoes without telling me you don't know anything about shoes

How about I tell you, you are a clown by straight up telling you, you are a clown.

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SDzZz

Dec 6, 2024 4:20 AM

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Quote from t.i.

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How about I tell you, you are a clown by straight up telling you, you are a clown.

Not sure why you are taking it so personally, but since you are - making a statement of "It's nuts to me that shoes are a "deal" at $116" without having done some proper research is pretty ignorant. Hoka shoes have cured foot issues such as plantar fasciitis for several people. Hoka's don't go on sale often so any discount is great and appreciated and considered a deal for many.

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Product Description:	Men's Clifton 9 by Hoka at Zappos.com. Read Hoka Men's Clifton 9 product reviews, or select the size, width, and color of your choice.
Product SKU:	zappos_9818111_56083504
UPC:	196565172747

Hoka Men's Clifton 9 Shoes (Blanc De Blanc/Virtual Blue)

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