Customer Reviews Hoka Challenger 7

I have wide foot. I ordered EE size and the sizing was too narrow.

This was a purchase for a Waitress that is always on her feet. this was a welcome surprise and needed replacement for the footwear that she was wearing. she was very grateful and noticed the difference in her legs at the end of her shift. Money well spent.

Very comfortable shoes

Shoes are comfortable and I do recommend them minus one issue that was resolved by HOKA. I use wide sizes, the right side shoe was quite tight and uncomfortable. HOKA refunded the cost and will reorder.

Shoes are comfortable and I do recommend them minus one issue that was resolved by HOKA. I use wide sizes, the right side shoe was quite tight and uncomfortable. HOKA refunded the cost and will reorder.

Great plush cushion trail shoe. It doesn't quite have the stability in the hind foot that the bondi 8 has, but it's my next favorite shoe. Ran 15 miles in them last week and had plenty of cushion for that distance and I'm 205 pounds.

Very comfortable, ton of cushion. Could be a bit wider in the forefoot... .still a bit narrow. Rubber is great but has very poor grip on any icy surface. Rubber compound seems a bit off...

Annoyed at first because I was not clear on their D versus W shoe width. They made the return effortless and replaced the show within a week. This has to be the best sneaker I've ever owned. Do yourself a favor and try one, it may be the last brand you ever use. I didn't even have to change the insole. Keep doing what you're doing, making a great sneaker. Thanks.

These shoes have definitely helped my back pain but if it wasn't for that I would return them. They are no more comfortable than Skechers. My feet still hurt everyday.

These hiking shoes give me foot pain after a short period of light walking, despite having new shoe inserts. I see no difference versus my old non-Hoka hiking shoes. I'm disappointed. This was a big purchase for me.

Standing and walking on my big feet for 10-12 hours a day. I love the cushiony feel and support. Will always buy Hoka sneakers in the future.

The Challenger 7 is a good shoe, and I'm wearing it every day. I really like the beefed-up tread for my outdoor yard work. BUT, I really just wish it had the supportive feel and 'bounce' that my Bondi's have -- albeit with the off-road tread that the Challenger has.

Love this shoe. Fits my feet very well and is sure footed on the trails.

I bought this sneaker for my husband. He takes a wide width and, besides New Balance sneakers, there are limited options for a good, wide width, trail sneaker. He really likes this Hoka sneaker and, if he likes it, it has to be good!

I have to say these are the most comfortable Hoka Shows I have had. However, the reason why I gave it a 4 instead of 5 is because the don't know how long they are going to last. I only had four 5K runs and I already see the outer sole protectors are starting to deteriorate quickly. This is not just in this pair of shoes, but also my Bindi X and the Rincn 3. I was going to buy the Clifton 9. It decided to get the Brooks Hyperion Max (had the tempo which last me years) instead. I will still buy some more Hokas but will keep an eye on how the sole gets better.

I have to say these are the most comfortable Hoka Shows I have had. However, the reason why I gave it a 4 instead of 5 is because the don't know how long they are going to last. I only had four 5K runs and I already see the outer sole protectors are starting to deteriorate quickly. This is not just in this pair of shoes, but also my Bindi X and the Rincn 3. I was going to buy the Clifton 9. It decided to get the Brooks Hyperion Max (had the tempo which last me years) instead. I will still buy some more Hokas but will keep an eye on how the sole gets better.

This is my second pair of Hokas and they are my go to running shoe now. I am a casual runner/walker/hiker and the Challenger 7 can handle them all if needed. They are very versatile and really comfortable. Highly recommend.

I have plantar fasciitis and these shoes really alleviate the pain. They are super comfortable. They only thing keeping me from giving them 5 stars are that the colors are so ugly. I found a gray pair that were pretty good looking. It would be nice to there were some other more muted colors. I will definitely buy these again

I have plantar fasciitis and these shoes really alleviate the pain. They are super comfortable. They only thing keeping me from giving them 5 stars are that the colors are so ugly. I found a gray pair that were pretty good looking. It would be nice to there were some other more muted colors. I will definitely buy these again

These shoes get me a lot of attention on the trail and off. No more sacrificing style for comfort. Also, if you have a wide foot like me, grateful for the fun colors. If I had one complaint with most shoe manufacturers these days, the lack of fun colors for the wide sizes. Apparently us wide footed folks are boring and unadventurous. Thanks for giving me some excitement. Also, I really hope we will get some hiking boots in the wide size. Thanks for listening and for changing my life with your comfortable product.

I'm finally running again and it largely has to do with finding a great supportive shoe that meets all my needs. Hoping these last a good while, but I already want a pair for kicking around the house as well!

Great! Until I stepped on a sharp stick. Came all the way in to the insert. I am returning for another pair just like it because they are soooo comfy!!!

Feels very efficient. Geat for being on your feet long hours. The heel has a steep angle to it unlike the Speedgoat and Bondi. So the heel feels a lot different.

Its ok but its not as comfortable as the bondi 8. And wide seems bigger but then exact size feels tight and hurts foot later the day wearing it.