Truth be told, though, its individual story is one of evolution, not revolution — as if anyone will complain. After all, why mess with a good thing?
Compared to last year’s model, the biggest changes happen underfoot, where the Clifton gains an extra 3mm of stack height, clocking in at 42mm for a men’s size 10.
While Hoka’s designers decided to preserve the midsole material, compression-molded EVA, the extra foam should offer additional impact resistance during longer efforts, as well as increased durability over hundreds of miles.
What’s more, the heel-to-toe drop increases from 5mm to a more universal 8mm, offering a smoother transition underfoot — especially at faster paces — making this the most competent Clifton for tempo and track workouts.