It’s hard to remember a world before Hoka. Surely, the sneakers have not been around forever (the brand launched in 2009). But darn if those cushy soles have not taken over the world of running shoes.

Hoka and I have a mixed history when it comes to running shoes. On the trail side of things, I'm a huge fan; the Speedgoat 6 was probably my most used trail running shoe in 2024. But on the road? That ...