Hoka Clifton L Suede Running Shoes

A fresh spin on the coveted Clifton franchise, this everyday iteration combines signature HOKA cushion and geometry to deliver an incredibly lightweight ride. Designed for downtime, this casual trainer features a neutral last adapted from the Clifton, a suede upper with bold colour pops and an airy, EVA footbed intended for all-day wear.

Suede Leather Upper

Ensuring feet remain protected and secure, the Hoka Clifton L Suede Shoes have a Suede Leather upper construction. The suede leather materials have a durable, long-lasting construction to protect both your shoes and your feet, whilst also ensuring your feet remain cosy and locked in. The shoes have small perforations throughout enhancing the breathability available to your feet, and ensuring that air can flow freely to keep your feet as comfortable as possible without causing too many distractions. The Clifton L's also have an ultra-lightweight, no-sew SpeedFrame construction to provide your feet with additional support, as well as, prevent irritation and abrasion from occurring. The shoes have a plush, cushioned collar and tongue to keep your ankle and foot comfortable inside the shoes. Alongside this is a traditional lace-up system to provide you with a locked-in, secure fit, and help to prevent feet from slipping around inside the shoes. Finally, the uppers have a 3M reflective stripe, to enhance your visibility during low light training.

EVA Midsole

Early-stage Meta-Rocker geometry is applied in the midsole to increase running efficiency. Meta-Rocker midsole geometry is specifically designed with a low heel-toe differential and a sculpted outsole to create a unique fulcrum effect, like a rocking chair to encourage a guided gait cycle. This design supports a runner's natural form while promoting an efficient, smooth roll from initial impact to toe-off. In the Clifton L Suede's, the transition zone is placed behind the metatarsal heads; this helps create a smoother ride and a faster transition to the forefoot. A full-length platform of EVA resides underfoot for lightweight, responsive cushioning. Generous, soft and durable, it spares your joints as you strike down onto hard, unforgiving surfaces whilst adding an energetic response with each step. A moderate heel bevel helps to promote a smooth heel-to-toe transition; it enhances ground contact and unites with flat-waisted geometry to stabilise and support every stride.

Grippy Outsole

A grippy outsole with a full ground contact design completes the Clifton L. Strategic hi-abrasion rubber zones adorn this; increasing the shoe's durability, reducing its weight and employing an updated lug pattern to supply enhanced traction on every road surface.