tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post219752127174121021..comments2024-03-28T06:26:26.652-06:00Comments on Road Trail Run: Hoka One One Clayton 2 Review: Tuning a Super Light & Super Cushioned SpeedsterSam Winebaumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-69139325898036532902017-12-26T19:40:59.037-07:002017-12-26T19:40:59.037-07:00Hi Matt, they should go as far with Goo as other H...Hi Matt, they should go as far with Goo as other Hoka. You might want hold out for successor Mach though. A much improved all around successor. Our review http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2017/11/hoka-one-one-mach-review-much-more-than.html<br />Sam, Editor Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-65994558127990521002017-12-26T18:53:46.912-07:002017-12-26T18:53:46.912-07:00You mention that you put 150, and then that the mi...You mention that you put 150, and then that the midsole is likely to pack up sooner than some shoes. Anyone have some guesstimates on lifetime milage for these? My Clifton's and Challengers usually get 500 with some serious shoe goo-ing. My Bondis and Stinsons go to about 900, again, with some goo love.Mattnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-44790643818574590452017-11-21T14:54:52.972-07:002017-11-21T14:54:52.972-07:00Hi Greg,
Thanks for writing. The Clayton is firmer...Hi Greg,<br />Thanks for writing. The Clayton is firmer and more responsive for sure and has a rocker sole. What kind of injuries? I found the Clifton 2 very soft and caused me ankle pain. No such issues with Clayton, much more stable at the heel with no bevel and firmer foam, Some see arch blister issues for most resolved by swapping sock liner. You might consider waiting for the Mach which has a fabulous upper, transitions better, and in our testing no arch irritation. It is out Feb. See our review just posted here http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2017/11/hoka-one-one-mach-review-much-more-than.html. Another rocker alternative might be the very fine Skechers GOrun Ultra Road R2 http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2017/07/gorun-ultra-r-2-review-bentley-of.html<br />Sam. Editor<br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run! See our page with links to all reviews here http://www.roadtrailrun.com/p/blog-page.html You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews. Shopping through links on articles help support RoadTrail Run and is much appreciated. Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-6177894521849651972017-11-21T14:45:12.699-07:002017-11-21T14:45:12.699-07:00Hi I currently run in Clifton 3's and find the...Hi I currently run in Clifton 3's and find them great but not very responsive but ok for distance, Will I find it difficult to change over to Clayton 2 or should they fit and run similar, The cliftons have helped with my injuries and hope the claytons will do the same as they have a similar shape to the rocker sole?Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11765077496834858109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-49397177582568837852017-08-09T14:30:35.192-06:002017-08-09T14:30:35.192-06:00I also have blister issues with Clayton 2. Unfortu...I also have blister issues with Clayton 2. Unfortunately they didn't fix this issue, hope for next version.Σπύροςhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04458499979955678552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-85853788665455019202017-07-25T15:59:01.218-06:002017-07-25T15:59:01.218-06:00Hey There!
Great review comparing the two shoes. I...Hey There!<br />Great review comparing the two shoes. I think it's only fair to mention that both versions have a very stable platform as well. So, it does give quite a bit of support without some type of posting or what not. Well, I went for an 8 miler in the Clayton V2s and low and behold, the blister monster attacked again. It's just forward of the arch and it seems the thicker insert is the culprit. It kinda folds over in the beginning of the toe box. I'm wondering if people are cutting the insert to sit in the shoe rather than the insert going up the side. When you put your hand in it you can feel the insert driving up the side of the inner part of the shoe. <br />Any insights here, I love the ride, just hate the blisters...again.<br />Anyone, cutting the insert or simply taking it out?<br />ThanksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-50209182576190193652017-07-17T10:31:49.561-06:002017-07-17T10:31:49.561-06:00Hi Stephen,
They are not quite as stiff as Bondi w...Hi Stephen,<br />They are not quite as stiff as Bondi with a slight toe bend way up front they are for sure stiffer shoes and they do have the meta rocker. So for faster running and they are a faster lighter shoe than the clunky Bondi and even oversoft Clifton they might work for you.<br />Sam. Editor<br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews. Shopping through links on articles help support RoadTrail Run and is much appreciated. Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-69015326105258930552017-07-17T09:12:33.715-06:002017-07-17T09:12:33.715-06:00Great review as usual Sam. I have been running in ...Great review as usual Sam. I have been running in Bondis for over a year now since the metarocker and stiffness accommodate my arthritic big toe metatarsal joint by minimizing the amount of flex that occurs. I'd like something a bit faster though. Do you think the Clayton would yield a similar metarocker/stiffness protection of my big toe joint?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03382307881247182627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-34053579596471373732017-06-19T07:07:17.559-06:002017-06-19T07:07:17.559-06:00Hi Peter,
We will have a review of the Glycerin 15...Hi Peter,<br />We will have a review of the Glycerin 15 up next. The Clayton is considerbly lighter and also firmer. It is a far livelier shoe but considerably stiffer to, Glycerin being very flexible for such a high stack shoe with lots of rubber outsole coverage. A closer comparison would be to Clifton or Vanquish. The Glycerin has hands down a superior upper, among the best if not the best of 2017. The Glycerin also has a very durable outsole. <br />Sam. Editor<br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run.! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews. Shopping through links on articles help support RoadTrail Run and is much appreciated. <br />Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-83155301336069030872017-06-19T05:31:22.611-06:002017-06-19T05:31:22.611-06:00Thanks for a great review. I was wondering if you ...Thanks for a great review. I was wondering if you have had a chance to compare the Clayton 2 with Brooks glycerin 15?Peternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-13632813683436488582017-04-30T09:41:30.833-06:002017-04-30T09:41:30.833-06:00Hi Anonymous, which Altra are you running in now? ...Hi Anonymous, which Altra are you running in now? If the Torin 2.0 then the Clayton would a good move. Thanks for reading Road Trail Run.! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews, Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-84296046464070217432017-04-30T08:22:48.253-06:002017-04-30T08:22:48.253-06:00I'm currently looking to switch back to Hokas ...I'm currently looking to switch back to Hokas and have been running most of my miles in Altra 2.0, but want a little more cush. Would these be a good move?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-36390456625521805912017-04-22T06:19:04.005-06:002017-04-22T06:19:04.005-06:00Hi Unknown,
Thanks for writing! I am personally no...Hi Unknown,<br />Thanks for writing! I am personally not a big fan of the Clifton for one key reason. The heel is to soft and unstable with its deep bevel geometry for me and usually leads to twinges in the bones above the ankle, which I get with no other shoe, and I have many. Still a fun fast shoe to run and so light but concerns for me. The Clayton is firmer all around and more responsive but still a true Hoka unlike, in my opinion, the Tracer which I consider a pretty conventional race flat with a great upper.<br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run.! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews, Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-75160557710085171962017-04-21T21:42:13.372-06:002017-04-21T21:42:13.372-06:00 Thanks for the wonderfully detailed review. How d... Thanks for the wonderfully detailed review. How do you think this shoe compares to the O.G. of Hokas ultra light/ highly cushioned shoe the Clifton 1. Which might be my favorite shoe of all time. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02878449702893779137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-52001306157807489402017-04-16T05:06:46.560-06:002017-04-16T05:06:46.560-06:00Hi, How does the clayton 2 compare with the nike z...Hi, How does the clayton 2 compare with the nike zoom elite 9 and ON Running cloudflow?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-42788627523346062122017-04-14T19:32:27.631-06:002017-04-14T19:32:27.631-06:00Miki, it is among the widest but aboslute width is...Miki, it is among the widest but aboslute width is not the only thing that could make it comfortable for a wider foot. The front overlays as described in the review are thin in width. Very even pressure no tight areas up front the result. It also has very good height volume Hope this helps. What works for you know in terms of width? <br /><br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run.! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews, Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-2539280698487824952017-04-14T13:42:50.171-06:002017-04-14T13:42:50.171-06:00Hi Sam
How would you describe the toe-box? Is it ...Hi Sam<br /><br />How would you describe the toe-box? Is it wider than the "usual" Hoka?<br /><br />Which of the Hokas has the widest toe Box?<br /><br />Thanks<br />MikiMikihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15250794980153291497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-24696988922534060812017-04-13T05:58:29.017-06:002017-04-13T05:58:29.017-06:00Thanks Adrienne!
Give them some time to break in. ...Thanks Adrienne!<br />Give them some time to break in. Realize that the flex is different than the Freedom when broken in. They will flex closer to the front of the shoe and where they flex will, even broken in be stiffer. The Freedom flexes far back almost under the instep and is very flexible there and overall more flexible. You will find the Clayton to be firmer. It is s shoe for running faster long miles while the Freedom is softer bouncier, a fun shoe but not a particularly fast or a longer run shoe for me, Let us know how things go. <br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run.! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews, Sam, Editor<br />Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-36567446507064475192017-04-12T21:20:56.491-06:002017-04-12T21:20:56.491-06:00Thanks for the breaking in warning! These are my f...Thanks for the breaking in warning! These are my first pair of Hokas, and they arrived in the mail today so I was excited to do my first run in them. My shins and lower legs were getting tired quickly and it made me nervous that they weren't for me. I'll keep working at them! I also have a shoe problem...I have 12 pairs I rotate. My favorite right now are my Saucony Freedoms!Adrienne Welker Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05388376865804049786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-86669610314415032222017-04-11T11:55:48.615-06:002017-04-11T11:55:48.615-06:00Hi Benjamin,
It is my understanding the Hoka websi...Hi Benjamin,<br />It is my understanding the Hoka website and earlier catalog I have lists without the sock liner. I try to include everything and Running Warehouse has Clayton 2 at 28/24 and Clifton 3 at 29/24 which I think is the correct total. <br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run.! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews, Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-82933989015480959712017-04-11T11:33:24.757-06:002017-04-11T11:33:24.757-06:00Hi, is the stack height really 28/24?
Hoka says on...Hi, is the stack height really 28/24?<br />Hoka says on its website that the Clayton 1 and 2 have a 24/20 stack height.<br />I was interested in the shoe, but if the stack is almost as high as on a Clifton that'll be too much for me.Benjaminnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-77057809750902724362017-04-10T18:16:51.985-06:002017-04-10T18:16:51.985-06:00Hi, have you tried the clifton 3? If yes, how woul...Hi, have you tried the clifton 3? If yes, how would you compare it to the clayton 2? Debating on getting another clifton 3 or trying the clayton 2. ThanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14864597534189195499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-33221400446787552092017-04-09T14:11:15.688-06:002017-04-09T14:11:15.688-06:00Seung.Kim, putting in my case a nice substantial ...Seung.Kim, putting in my case a nice substantial adidas energy Boost or Boston insole sure solved the issue for me. As with Clayton 2 and maybe a bit more so with v1 it is also important to break them in. Also creasing of the more substantial overlays of v1 makes break in longer for some. Thanks for reading Road Trail Run.! You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews, Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-32423433712472670032017-04-09T13:10:39.615-06:002017-04-09T13:10:39.615-06:00Thanks for the good review, as usual. It seems th...Thanks for the good review, as usual. It seems that Hoka changed the insole to address the blister issue of the Clayton 1. Do you think that putting a thicker Ortholite insole in the Clayton 1 will make it pretty similar to the Clayton 2 and solve the blistering issue, which is what has kept me from getting the Clayton 1.seung.kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07230036200766543355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-74928095421620318552017-04-09T06:11:32.268-06:002017-04-09T06:11:32.268-06:00Hi Dom,
Haven't tried off road yet and it may ...Hi Dom,<br />Haven't tried off road yet and it may be a while here in New England. Super wet everywhere.<br />I have compared to the Huaka and the Clayton 2 is torsionally more rigid. After break in front flex should be about the same, The upper is more smoothly supportive than Huaka but with lighter materials. I doubt it will be as supportive on trails as that Altra Torin 2.5. As far as stack, the Huaka had 27/25mm while Clayton 2 has 28/24. I believe Sage Cannaday ran and won Speedgoat in Huaka's. I think Clayton would work very well on smoother trails, rock in cavities to be considered and at 8 oz very very light. As far as off camber would need to test but suspect if used for a race shoe for say Western States and balancing light weight and super cushion they should be considered! For UTMB no. For that I would highly highly recommend you look the new Sense Ultra. In fact I would also look at that one for Western States, extra weight being a small penalty for the comfort and versatility on all terrains even road. It's a hybrid that leans trail while the Clayton leans heaviest road. Review here http://www.roadtrailrun.com/2017/03/salomon-s-lab-sense-ultra-s-lab-race.htmlSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.com