Hoka's most popular everyday trainer earns consistent praise for its maximal cushioning without the dead, hollow feel some competitors deliver. Recommended across Reddit and expert sites for easy miles and recovery runs.
The Clifton is the shoe that made Hoka a household name, and it still earns its spot — if you want to feel like you're running on clouds without sacrificing too much ground feel, this is it.
“The Guide 17 shoes 'basically feel like the best of Hokas without the dead hollow feel.'”