Hoka Sky Arkali Walking Boots

The Arkali heralds a new breed of hiking shoe. There's off-road, off-trail and then there's off the map. The Arkali features a combination of running shoe innovation (light and comfortable), climbing shoe technology (exceptional grip and traction) and hiking boot engineering (rugged and protective), ensuring you are ready for those fast-paced mountain walks

Matryx Upper

The upper of the Arkali is constructed using Hoka's Matryx technology which is a lightweight weave including kevlar strands for unparalleled strength and durability without adding weight. The upper is amazingly comfortable and super durable tying in with the lacing system for an excellent fit and feel. When pulling on the laces the upper wraps around the foot for a snug and locked in fit, while ankle and heel straps additionally offer structural and proprioceptive support on uneven terrain. The higher construction of the shoe provides support to the ankle when going through tricky terrain, keeping you comfortable throughout the whole walk. Furthermore, the high-abrasion rubber toe cap extends to the midfoot for increased protection on unpredictable terrain.

PROFLY Midsole

The midsole features an EVA top sole for running shoe cushioning at an incredibly light weight. The EVA is that first piece of cushioning that your foot feels, increasing the comfort dramatically and providing a luxury experience throughout your walk. Additionally, the Arkali features a Profly midsole for a cushioned landing and propulsive toe-off. Profly is a dual-density midsole with a forgiving landing and a responsive toe-off. That means Hoka use softer cushioning in the heel and firmer foam in the forefoot so you can land comfortably but push off quickly. A Rangi bottom foam technology aids with durable cushioning and helps with a responsive feel.

Furthermore, The Meta-Rocker system is also added and is specifically designed with a low heel-to-toe differential and works like a rocking chair for your foot, allowing the foot to be guided effectively through the natural goat cycle. The Meta-Rocker is like wheels for your feet and is all about complementing a runner's normal gait cycle to drive you forward. The active foot frame beds the heel and foot deeply into the midsole, as opposed to sitting on top. This means that the Arkali offers guidance without the need for medial posts or other constricting elements. The active foot frame functions like a bucket seat in a race car by cradling and supporting your foot over unpredictable terrain.

Vibram Megagrip Outsole

Vibram Megagrip covers the entire outsole for a full ground contact design. The aggressive Vibram lugs offer great grip and traction on multi-surfaces for a truly stable and comfortable ride. Having exceptional traction will allow you to tackle difficult or arduous terrain with full confidence as well as comfort. In addition, Multi-directional lugs take supreme grip up a notch, keeping you on your feet on varied terrains whether ascending or descending, wet or dry.

Who Are HOKA One One?

Hoka One One is the brainchild of two gravity sports enthusiasts Jean-Luc Diard and Nicolas Mermoud. Both men have been adventuring for as long as they can remember, and their trail running experiences have taken them across the globe.

Both Jean-Luc and Nicolas are committed to the values of freedom and enjoyment and feel that this is part of to the running experience whether running on the trail or in the city. With this in mind they started to look at the variables that affected the performance of different types of runners.

They quickly came to an important conclusion; fatigue, impacts and muscle strains were challenges that runners of all stripes had to deal with every day. So Jean-Luc and Nicolas came up with a brilliant idea, why not design a shoe that would help to alleviate these problems - so that freedom and enjoyment could be guaranteed every time you go running!

From that idea Hoka One One was born. The word Hoka is derived from the ancient Maori language and roughly translated to "now it is time to fly". That's just how it feels to run in a pair of Hoka One One shoes; with each and every step, your foot flies.

Today's runners from around the world are learning about the benefits of Hoka One One, they have been used by marathon winners. 50 miles, 100 miles and even 2000+ miles ultra-runners as well as runners just like you or I, who want to enjoy running, perform at their peak and feel that important sense of freedom whilst maintaining top physical performance and protecting against shocks, jolts and injuries.

So put your best foot forward, it's time to fly!