Hoka Gaviota 6

Hoka

Hoka Gaviota 6

RoadDaily TrainerActive
76

$180

MSRP

Weight283g
Drop6mm
Stack39mm / 33mm

Key Specs

Weight283g
Drop6mm
Stack Height39mm / 33mm
Cushioning8/10
Responsiveness4/10
Flexibility3/10

Performance Radar

Performance

Pace Range5:00/km7:00/km
Ideal Distances
5k10khalf_marathondaily
Terrain
Road
Energy Return4%
Lifespan700 km
Ride Feel
StablePlushRocker

Construction

Midsole FoamCMEVA
Upper Materialengineered_mesh
Outsole Rubberdurabrasion_rubber
Lacing SystemTraditional

Fit & Feel

PronationMotion Control
Width OptionsD, 2E, 4E
Arch TypeLow, Neutral
SizingTrue To Size
Toe BoxWide
Heel CounterRigid

Expert Reviews

Doctors of Running

76

Strong full-length medial stability with new H-Frame design. Wide fit. But CMEVA foam feels outdated at the price.

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Runner Sentiment

What runners love

Excellent stability
Wide fit for Hoka
Good for walking
Lighter than Gaviota 5

Common concerns

Midsole feels outdated
Poor shock absorption
Expensive for what you get

Best For

Ideal for

Maximum stabilityOverpronationWalkingWide feet

Not ideal for

Speed workNeutral runnersBudget-conscious buyers

Where to buy

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