Hoka Bondi 9
The Bondi 9 finally swaps in a supercritical EVA midsole, making Hoka's max-cushion cruiser noticeably softer and bouncier than the Bondi 8. It is built for recovery days, high-mileage heel strikers, and bigger runners who want maximum protection. The trade-off is weight and a ride that never wants to go fast.
Reach for the Hoka Bondi 9 for easy recovery days and everyday training miles. A wide, stable base keeps it steady without stability hardware, so it's a good pick if you're mostly neutral but like a planted feel. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
- Softer supercritical foam is a real upgrade
- Very protective for recovery days and big runners
- Wide, stable base
- Heavy
- Sluggish at anything faster than easy pace
| Shoe | Cushion | Support | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoka Clifton 10 | Maximum | Neutral | $150 | Analyze |
| New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
| ASICS Novablast 5 | Maximum | Neutral | $150 | Analyze |
| ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
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