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Hoka Clifton 11

The newest Clifton keeps the tall, soft EVA platform and 8mm drop of the Clifton 10 with a refined upper and small weight savings. It remains the definition of an easy-day cruiser: cushioned, rockered, and unfussy. Runners wanting pop or ground feel should look elsewhere in the lineup.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack42 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Hoka Clifton 11 for everyday training miles and easy recovery days. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Daily trainingRecovery runs
Pros
  • Familiar plush Clifton ride
  • Smooth rockered transitions
  • Works for walking and standing all day too
Cons
  • Not versatile for faster paces
  • Midsole foam is ordinary EVA at this price
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability70
Popularity95
Price70
Versatility52
Lightness72

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$150Price (MSRP)
42 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
9.7 ozMen's weight
8 ozWomen's weight
2026Release year
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