{"id":5473,"date":"2021-10-03T13:44:43","date_gmt":"2021-10-03T13:44:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/?page_id=5473"},"modified":"2022-07-24T17:39:35","modified_gmt":"2022-07-24T17:39:35","slug":"hoka-bondi-x-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/hoka-bondi-x-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Hoka Bondi X"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c15006-da, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c15006-da[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c15006-da\"]{text-align:center;font-size:50px;line-height:55px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c15006-da mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c15006-da[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c15006-da\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h1 class=\"kt-adv-heading_c15006-da wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c15006-da\">Hoka Bondi X Review Analysis (2022)<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-1536x1024.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-2048x1365.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-225x150.webp 225w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-100x67.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-525x350.webp 525w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-788x525.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-270x180.webp 270w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-324x216.webp 324w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-63x42.webp 63w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-1024x683.jpg\" height=\"512\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-525x350.jpg 525w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-788x525.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-324x216.jpg 324w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X-63x42.jpg 63w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5510 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Bondi X review\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\">Last update: April 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hoka Bondi X is a maximal cushioning shoe for daily running with a carbon-fiber plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you get it? We&#8217;ve analyzed many reviews from expert and amateur athletes to help you decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Consensus<\/h2>\n\n\n<style scoped>.gc-review-box{padding:18px;margin-bottom:25px;background:#fff;box-shadow:0 2px 20px rgba(0,0,0,.08);overflow:hidden}@media only screen and (min-width:768px){.gc-review-box{padding:30px}}.gc-review-box .review-top{overflow:hidden;float:none;width:100%}.gc-review-box .overall-score{width:100px;margin:0 20px 10px 0;float:left;background:#e43917;text-align:center}.gc-review-box .overall{display:block;padding:8px 0;font-size:52px;line-height:1;color:#fff}.gc-review-box .overall-text{display:block;padding:6px 0;font-weight:700;font-size:11px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#111;color:#fff}.gc-review-box .review-header{display:block;margin-bottom:9px;font-size:26px;font-weight:700;line-height:32px}.gc-review-box .review-text p{margin:0}.gc-review-box .review-criteria{margin-top:20px;padding:40px 0 0 0;border-top:1px dashed #eee;border-bottom:1px dashed #eee;transition:.4s linear;transition-property:width,background-color}.gc-review-box .rate-bar{position:relative;display:block;width:100%;margin-bottom:34px;background:#ddd;height:14px;transition:.4s linear;transition-property:width,background-color;border-radius:5px}.gc-review-box .rate-bar-title{position:absolute;top:-21px;left:0;font-size:14px}.gc-review-box .rate-bar-title span{display:block;min-width:140px;height:18px;line-height:18px}.gc-review-box .rate-bar-title span[data-rich-text-placeholder]{position:absolute;top:0;left:0}.gc-review-box .rate-bar-bar{width:0;height:14px;background:#e43917;border-radius:5px}.gc-review-box .rate-bar-percent{position:absolute;top:-21px;right:0;height:18px;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;line-height:18px}.gc-cons-pros{overflow:hidden;margin-top:20px}.gc-cons-pros__col{width:100%;float:none;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:20px}@media only screen and (min-width:768px){.gc-cons-pros__col{position:relative;float:left;width:48%;margin-right:4%;margin-bottom:5px}}.gc-cons-pros__col:last-of-type{margin-bottom:0}@media only screen and (min-width:768px){.gc-cons-pros__col:last-of-type{margin-right:0;clear:right}}@media only screen and (min-width:768px){.gc-cons-pros__col--full{width:100%;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;float:none}}.gc-cons-pros__title{margin:0 0 15px 0;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.2}.gc-cons-pros__title--pros{color:#58c649}.gc-cons-pros__title--cons{color:#f24f4f}.gc-cons-pros__list{margin:0 0 15px 0!important;padding:0!important;list-style:none!important}@media only screen and (min-width:768px){.gc-cons-pros__list{margin:0}}.gc-cons-pros__item{list-style:none !important;margin:0 0 12px 0!important;position:relative;padding-right:30px;font-size:16px;line-height:20px}.gc-pros__item svg{height:20px;width:20px;margin:0 10px 6px 0;vertical-align:text-top}.gc-cons__item svg{height:16px;width:16px;margin:0 10px 6px 0;vertical-align:middle}<\/style><div class=\"gc-review-box\"><div class=\"gc-review-box__wrapper\"><div class=\"review-top\"><div class=\"overall-score\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;\"><span class=\"overall\">8.9<\/span><span class=\"overall-text\">Overall score<\/span><\/div><div class=\"review-text\"><span class=\"review-header\">A good maximal cushioning shoe for comfortable long-distance running<\/span><div><em>Don&#8217;t have time to read the full review? Here&#8217;s what you need to know.<\/em><br><br>The Hoka Bondi X is a <strong>great classic<\/strong> of the brand. Among running shoes already highly cushioned, the Bondi has one of the biggest stacks in the Hoka range (33 mm heel height)! This eighth version marks a significant evolution with the addition of a carbon plate in the midsole.<br><br>The testers enjoyed the outcome overall. They note a smooth and comfortable ride with just the right amount of bounce under the forefoot. The stiff plate helps compensate for the softness of the midsole. However, some runners doubt the new, much wider heel design, which can be disconcerting or impair stability. Furthermore, the shoe remains relatively<strong> heavy,<\/strong> with 300 g\/10.6 oz for men and 257 g\/9.1 oz for women.<br><br>Finally, the upper and outsole are no-frills, and that&#8217;s good: they are <strong>effective<\/strong> and tick all the boxes meet in terms of comfort, foot lockdown, grip, and durability.<br><br>In short, the Hoka Bondi X keeps its<strong> original DNA<\/strong>, but with a carbon plate! Fans of the collection will be delighted for their long runs. At $200 (base price), it will be more challenging to convince others!<br><br>Please read<em> our <a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/hoka-bondi-x-review\/#Hoka_Bondi_X_Complete_Review_Analysis\">full review of the Hoka Bondi X<\/a> for more information.<\/em><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"review-criteria\"><div class=\"rate-bar clearfix\"><div class=\"rate-bar-title\"><span>Comfort<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-bar\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;width: 95%\"><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-percent\">9.5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar clearfix\"><div class=\"rate-bar-title\"><span>Responsiveness<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-bar\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;width: 90%\"><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-percent\">9<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar clearfix\"><div class=\"rate-bar-title\"><span>Foot lockdown<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-bar\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;width: 90%\"><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-percent\">9<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar clearfix\"><div class=\"rate-bar-title\"><span>Stability<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-bar\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;width: 85%\"><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-percent\">8.5<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar clearfix\"><div class=\"rate-bar-title\"><span>Durability<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-bar\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;width: 90%\"><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-percent\">9<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar clearfix\"><div class=\"rate-bar-title\"><span>Value for money<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-bar\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;width: 80%\"><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-percent\">8<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar clearfix\"><div class=\"rate-bar-title\"><span>Design<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-bar\" style=\"background-color:#E43917;width: 85%\"><\/div><div class=\"rate-bar-percent\">8.5<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gc-cons-pros\"><div class=\"gc-cons-pros__col\"><div class=\"gc-cons-pros__title gc-cons-pros__title--pros\" style=\"color:\">PROS<\/div><ul class=\"gc-cons-pros__list gc-cons-pros__list--pros\"><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-pros__item\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" style=\"fill:#58c649\"><ellipse cx=\"256\" cy=\"256\" rx=\"256\" ry=\"255.832\"\/><polygon points=\"235.472,392.08 114.432,297.784 148.848,253.616 223.176,311.52 345.848,134.504 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t391.88,166.392\" style=\"fill:white\"\/><\/svg> Soft and very comfortable cushioning<\/li><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-pros__item\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" style=\"fill:#58c649\"><ellipse cx=\"256\" cy=\"256\" rx=\"256\" ry=\"255.832\"\/><polygon points=\"235.472,392.08 114.432,297.784 148.848,253.616 223.176,311.52 345.848,134.504 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t391.88,166.392\" style=\"fill:white\"\/><\/svg> Great comfort for long runs<\/li><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-pros__item\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" style=\"fill:#58c649\"><ellipse cx=\"256\" cy=\"256\" rx=\"256\" ry=\"255.832\"\/><polygon points=\"235.472,392.08 114.432,297.784 148.848,253.616 223.176,311.52 345.848,134.504 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t391.88,166.392\" style=\"fill:white\"\/><\/svg> More responsive and smoother ride than before thanks to the plate<\/li><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-pros__item\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" style=\"fill:#58c649\"><ellipse cx=\"256\" cy=\"256\" rx=\"256\" ry=\"255.832\"\/><polygon points=\"235.472,392.08 114.432,297.784 148.848,253.616 223.176,311.52 345.848,134.504 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t391.88,166.392\" style=\"fill:white\"\/><\/svg> Effective and comfortable foot lockdown overall<\/li><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-pros__item\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" style=\"fill:#58c649\"><ellipse cx=\"256\" cy=\"256\" rx=\"256\" ry=\"255.832\"\/><polygon points=\"235.472,392.08 114.432,297.784 148.848,253.616 223.176,311.52 345.848,134.504 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t391.88,166.392\" style=\"fill:white\"\/><\/svg> A wide shoe that will suit wide feet<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"gc-cons-pros__col\"><div class=\"gc-cons-pros__title gc-cons-pros__title--cons\" style=\"color:\">CONS<\/div><ul class=\"gc-cons-pros__list gc-cons-pros__list--cons\"><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-cons__item\"><svg height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 365.71733 365\" width=\"20px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g fill=\"#f44336\"><path d=\"m356.339844 296.347656-286.613282-286.613281c-12.5-12.5-32.765624-12.5-45.246093 0l-15.105469 15.082031c-12.5 12.503906-12.5 32.769532 0 45.25l286.613281 286.613282c12.503907 12.5 32.769531 12.5 45.25 0l15.082031-15.082032c12.523438-12.480468 12.523438-32.75.019532-45.25zm0 0\"\/><path d=\"m295.988281 9.734375-286.613281 286.613281c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.769532 0 45.25l15.082031 15.082032c12.503907 12.5 32.769531 12.5 45.25 0l286.632813-286.59375c12.503906-12.5 12.503906-32.765626 0-45.246094l-15.082032-15.082032c-12.5-12.523437-32.765624-12.523437-45.269531-.023437zm0 0\"\/><\/g><\/svg> The large, wide, and soft heel is not for everyone<\/li><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-cons__item\"><svg height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 365.71733 365\" width=\"20px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g fill=\"#f44336\"><path d=\"m356.339844 296.347656-286.613282-286.613281c-12.5-12.5-32.765624-12.5-45.246093 0l-15.105469 15.082031c-12.5 12.503906-12.5 32.769532 0 45.25l286.613281 286.613282c12.503907 12.5 32.769531 12.5 45.25 0l15.082031-15.082032c12.523438-12.480468 12.523438-32.75.019532-45.25zm0 0\"\/><path d=\"m295.988281 9.734375-286.613281 286.613281c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.769532 0 45.25l15.082031 15.082032c12.503907 12.5 32.769531 12.5 45.25 0l286.632813-286.59375c12.503906-12.5 12.503906-32.765626 0-45.246094l-15.082032-15.082032c-12.5-12.523437-32.765624-12.523437-45.269531-.023437zm0 0\"\/><\/g><\/svg> Heavy shoe<\/li><li class=\"gc-cons-pros__item gc-cons__item\"><svg height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 365.71733 365\" width=\"20px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g fill=\"#f44336\"><path d=\"m356.339844 296.347656-286.613282-286.613281c-12.5-12.5-32.765624-12.5-45.246093 0l-15.105469 15.082031c-12.5 12.503906-12.5 32.769532 0 45.25l286.613281 286.613282c12.503907 12.5 32.769531 12.5 45.25 0l15.082031-15.082032c12.523438-12.480468 12.523438-32.75.019532-45.25zm0 0\"\/><path d=\"m295.988281 9.734375-286.613281 286.613281c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.769532 0 45.25l15.082031 15.082032c12.503907 12.5 32.769531 12.5 45.25 0l286.632813-286.59375c12.503906-12.5 12.503906-32.765626 0-45.246094l-15.082032-15.082032c-12.5-12.523437-32.765624-12.523437-45.269531-.023437zm0 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kt-btn-align-center kt-btn-tablet-align-inherit kt-btn-mobile-align-inherit kt-btns-wrap kt-btns_2a1d6a-65\"><div class=\"kt-btn-wrap kt-btn-wrap-0\"><a class=\"kt-button button kt-btn-0-action kt-btn-size-large kt-btn-style-basic kt-btn-svg-show-always kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true\" href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/go\/hoka-bondi-x\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" style=\"border-radius:40px;border-width:0px\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Click for Best Price<\/span><div style=\"display:inline-flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center\" class=\"kt-btn-svg-icon kt-btn-svg-icon-fe_arrowRight kt-btn-side-right\"><svg style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"><\/line><polyline points=\"12 5 19 12 12 19\"><\/polyline><\/svg><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hoka Bondi X Complete Review Analysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc.jpg\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-1536x1024.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-2048x1365.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-225x150.webp 225w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-100x67.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-525x350.webp 525w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-788x525.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-270x180.webp 270w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-324x216.webp 324w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-63x42.webp 63w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-1024x683.jpg\" height=\"512\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-525x350.jpg 525w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-788x525.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-324x216.jpg 324w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc-63x42.jpg 63w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_bc.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5509 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Bondi X carbon plate\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Storm warning for Bondi! Marked under the sign of the X for its eighth edition (2021), we suspected that Hoka One One\u2014recently rebranded to simply Hoka as many runners had already done unofficially before\u2014was preparing something special. After a Bondi 7 almost identical to the Bondi 6, it was time for a significant change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drum roll: the Hoka Bondi X now boasts a <strong>carbon plate<\/strong>! There, we said it! So right off the bat, our reaction is to think that it&#8217;s in the trend. After conquering the world of trail running (see The North Face Flight Vectiv), brands are now exploring the use of carbon plates for <strong>daily trainers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So the real question is: <strong>what&#8217;s the impact<\/strong> on the Hoka Bondi X? We have analyzed the reviews available to date to answer this question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s go!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cushioning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1.jpg\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-1024x666.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-300x195.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-768x499.webp 768w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-1536x998.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-2048x1331.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-231x150.webp 231w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-100x65.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-336x220.webp 336w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-538x350.webp 538w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-788x512.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-269x175.webp 269w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-323x210.webp 323w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-63x41.webp 63w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-1024x666.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-768x499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-1536x998.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-2048x1331.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-231x150.jpg 231w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-100x65.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-336x220.jpg 336w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-538x350.jpg 538w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-788x512.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-269x175.jpg 269w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-323x210.jpg 323w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1-63x41.jpg 63w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5453 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Bondi X midsole cushioning\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style scoped>\n            .gc-box{margin-bottom:30px;padding:20px;border-left:5px solid transparent;line-height:24px}.gc-box .label-info{background-color:#5bc0de;display:inline-block;margin:0 5px 10px 0;padding:3px 6px;font-size:75%;font-weight:700;color:#fff;text-align:center;white-space:nowrap;vertical-align:baseline;border-radius:.25em;line-height:14px}.gc-box.green_type{color:#3c763d;background-color:#dff0d8;border-color:#cae6be}.gc-box.blue_type{color:#31708f;background-color:#d9edf7;border-color:#bcdff1}.gc-box.red_type{color:#a94442;background-color:#f2dede;border-color:#e8c4c4}.gc-box.grey_type{background:#ddd;border-color:#ccc;color:#444}.gc-box.info_type{color:#155724;background-color:#d4edda;border-color:#c3e6cb}.gc-box.info_type svg{fill:#30a030}.gc-box.download_type{color:#004085;background-color:#cce5ff;border-color:#b8daff}.gc-box.download_type svg{fill:#3a9aff}.gc-box.update_type{color:#004458;background-color:#d9edf7;border:1px solid #bce8f1}.gc-box.notice_type{color:#856404;background-color:#fff3cd;border-color:#ffeeba}.gc-box.notice_type svg{fill:#f7a000}.gc-box.error_type{color:#721c24;background-color:#f8d7da;border-color:#f5c6cb}.gc-box.error_type svg{fill:#c70000}.gc-box.border_type{border:2px solid #ddd}.gc-box.icon_type{display:flex}.gc-box.icon_type .gc-box-icon{width:28px}.gc-box.icon_type .gc-box-text{flex-grow:1;margin:0 15px}.gc-box-text > *{margin-bottom: 20px;}\n        .gc-box-text > *:last-child{margin-bottom:0}        \n        <\/style><div class=\"gc-box green_type \" style=\"text-align:left;border-radius:0px;\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"gc-box-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"gc-box-text\">\n\n<p>Compression-molded EVA foam, carbon-fiber plate, Early Stage Meta-Rocker Geometry<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Hoka said the Bondi X had the softest foam the brand has ever created. In practice, the CMEVA is a <strong>traditional foam<\/strong> that does the job but gets <strong>a bit old<\/strong> even if it has evolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, the testers confirm its <strong>incredible softness<\/strong> under the foot but do not find it particularly bouncy. 2021 is the year of the so-called &#8220;supercritical&#8221; foams like Nike&#8217;s ZoomX, and we&#8217;re still waiting for Hoka&#8217;s reply with new cutting-edge technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of stack height, the sole reaches 33 mm under the heel and 28 mm under the metatarsals (<strong>5 mm<\/strong> drop). So the cushioning is <strong>maximal<\/strong> for comfortable shock absorption. Combined with the soft underfoot feel, it makes the Hoka Bondi X the ideal <strong>recovery shoe<\/strong>, even if it obviously intends to accomplish much more than that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3.jpg\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-1024x756.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-300x221.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-767x566.webp 767w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-1536x1134.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-2048x1511.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-203x150.webp 203w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-100x74.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-474x350.webp 474w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-788x581.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-270x199.webp 270w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-324x239.webp 324w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-64x47.webp 64w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-1024x756.jpg\" height=\"567\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-1024x756.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-767x566.jpg 767w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-1536x1134.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-2048x1511.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-203x150.jpg 203w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-100x74.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-474x350.jpg 474w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-788x581.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-270x199.jpg 270w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-324x239.jpg 324w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3-64x47.jpg 64w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_3.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5451 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Bondi X on feet\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The breaking news on this model is the <strong>carbon plate<\/strong> to boost responsiveness. This type of technology usually equips competition shoes. Still, in the case of the Bondi X, it seems that Hoka One One made this decision to compensate for the very soft cushioning of the midsole by giving it a <strong>better structure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ll see the result in more detail in the section on the ride, but overall, testers liked this addition. Indeed, they found that the carbon plate allowed a much<strong> snappier toe-off<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some runners found that the <strong>heel<\/strong> was just <strong>too soft<\/strong> and <strong>wide<\/strong> for optimal cushioning. Heel-strikers may be reassured by the wide (Swallow Tail), and well-padded (Crash Pad) platform, but others may find it <strong>awkward<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be seen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foot lockdown (upper)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3.jpg\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-1024x666.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-300x195.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-768x499.webp 768w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-1536x998.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-2048x1331.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-231x150.webp 231w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-100x65.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-336x220.webp 336w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-538x350.webp 538w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-788x512.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-269x175.webp 269w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-323x210.webp 323w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-63x41.webp 63w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-1024x666.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-768x499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-1536x998.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-2048x1331.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-231x150.jpg 231w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-100x65.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-336x220.jpg 336w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-538x350.jpg 538w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-788x512.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-269x175.jpg 269w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-323x210.jpg 323w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3-63x41.jpg 63w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_3.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5455 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Bondi X mesh upper\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gc-box green_type \" style=\"text-align:left;border-radius:0px;\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"gc-box-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"gc-box-text\">\n\n<p>Engineered mesh with hot melt yarn<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The upper of the Hoka One One Bondi X is undoubtedly one of its great strengths. It features a classic design with a well-made <strong>engineered mesh<\/strong> with hot mel yarn that provides excellent support for the foot. The semi-rigid, padded internal heel counter helps to lock in the foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The shoe looks <strong>massive<\/strong>, and the in-shoe feel matches this impression: there&#8217;s space! According to testers, the<strong> toe box<\/strong> is one of the <strong>most spacious<\/strong> ever seen on a Hoka shoe. It will reassure those with wide feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The downside is that runners who, on the other hand, have <strong>thinner feet <\/strong>might have some <strong>difficulty<\/strong> to properly adjust the pressure of the laces and prevent the foot from moving while running. We&#8217;ve seen several comments on the subject, so this is something to watch out for if you&#8217;re in that situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The weight of the shoe is still a bit high even if there&#8217;s an improvement: the Hoka One One Bondi X weighs now 300 g\/10.6 oz (men&#8217;s model) against 323 g\/11.4 oz for the Bondi 7, making it closer to the Bondi 6 (306 g\/10.8 oz).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, the breathability is adequate: the foot is well-ventilated in the shoe, according to the testers, despite the dense construction of the mesh and its few overlays. Bonus: the tongue is fully reflective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hoka crafted a neat upper for the Bondi X, although you&#8217;ll have to try the shoes first if you have narrow feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grip and durability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2.jpg\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-1024x666.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-300x195.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-768x499.webp 768w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-1536x998.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-2048x1331.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-231x150.webp 231w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-100x65.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-336x220.webp 336w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-538x350.webp 538w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-788x512.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-269x175.webp 269w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-323x210.webp 323w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-63x41.webp 63w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-1024x666.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-768x499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-1536x998.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-2048x1331.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-231x150.jpg 231w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-100x65.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-336x220.jpg 336w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-538x350.jpg 538w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-788x512.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-269x175.jpg 269w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-323x210.jpg 323w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2-63x41.jpg 63w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5454 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Bondi X rubber outsole\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gc-box green_type \" style=\"text-align:left;border-radius:0px;\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"gc-box-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"gc-box-text\">\n\n<p>Hi-Abrasion rubber, Full Ground Contact design<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The outsole of the Hoka Bondi X has a good amount of <strong>rubber<\/strong> to provide protection and traction. Even if some foam areas are in direct contact with the asphalt, testers did not note any particular durability issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So the setup is practical and classic. The platform is <strong>not very flexible<\/strong>, but this is mainly due to the carbon plate. It&#8217;s the price to pay for a better energy return!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Ride<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4.jpg\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-1024x666.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-300x195.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-768x499.webp 768w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-1536x998.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-2048x1331.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-231x150.webp 231w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-100x65.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-336x220.webp 336w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-538x350.webp 538w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-788x512.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-269x175.webp 269w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-323x210.webp 323w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-63x41.webp 63w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-1024x666.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-768x499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-1536x998.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-2048x1331.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-231x150.jpg 231w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-100x65.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-336x220.jpg 336w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-538x350.jpg 538w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-788x512.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-269x175.jpg 269w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-323x210.jpg 323w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4-63x41.jpg 63w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_4.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5456 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Bondi X road running shoe\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, the big news on the Hoka Bondi X is the carbon plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put, this new model is still clearly a Bondi at heart, but the plate allows, according to testers, to get a more <strong>responsive ride<\/strong> especially under the forefoot. So it&#8217;s an improvement, and die-hard fans will no doubt appreciate the evolution of their favorite model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, testers remain doubtful about the shoe&#8217;s purpose: is it a trainer, or should it be seen as a comfort option for competition? Playing a little bit of both sides, runners criticize the Bondi X for not excelling in any area. We may have a case of <strong>Jack of All Trades<\/strong>&#8230; on our feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, as noted above, some runners felt the heel was <strong>too soft and wide<\/strong>, which would create a slight imbalance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the Bondi X appears like a high-end &#8220;<strong>cruiser<\/strong>&#8221; for <strong>long distances<\/strong> at <strong>intermediate paces<\/strong>. For example, a long run in preparation for a half or marathon seems ideal, provided you like soft cushioning, of course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1.jpg\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-1024x628.webp 1024w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-300x184.webp 300w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-767x470.webp 767w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-1536x941.webp 1536w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-2048x1255.webp 2048w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-245x150.webp 245w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-100x61.webp 100w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-571x350.webp 571w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-788x482.webp 788w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-269x165.webp 269w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-323x198.webp 323w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-64x39.webp 64w,https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1.webp 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-1024x628.jpg\" height=\"471\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-1024x628.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-767x470.jpg 767w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-1536x941.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-2048x1255.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-245x150.jpg 245w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-100x61.jpg 100w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-571x350.jpg 571w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-788x482.jpg 788w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-269x165.jpg 269w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-323x198.jpg 323w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1-64x39.jpg 64w, https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Hoka_Bondi_X_official_1.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" class=\"wp-image-5452 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hoka Bondi X road running shoes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The new Hoka Bondi X succeeds in taking the series a level higher with an audacious move to the carbon side of the run. The plate adds a good bounce to the cushioning, lacking in the previous versions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, the signature soft cushioning of the flagship model of Hoka is still there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the main weakness of the shoe remains its weight. It&#8217;s heavy, and we don&#8217;t see why it has to be like this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, the bill stings a little at $220, especially for a trainer which is a bit clunky for speed sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns_61002d-42, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns_61002d-42{margin-top:5%;margin-bottom:5%;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns_61002d-42{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-button{font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,\"Segoe UI\",Roboto,Oxygen-Sans,Ubuntu,Cantarell,\"Helvetica Neue\",sans-serif, \"Apple Color Emoji\", \"Segoe UI Emoji\", \"Segoe UI Symbol\";font-weight:600;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#ffffff;font-size:25px;background:#cf2e2e;border-color:#cf2e2e;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button .kt-btn-svg-icon{font-size:36px;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_61002d-42 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kt-btn-align-center kt-btn-tablet-align-inherit kt-btn-mobile-align-inherit kt-btns-wrap kt-btns_61002d-42\"><div class=\"kt-btn-wrap kt-btn-wrap-0\"><a class=\"kt-button button kt-btn-0-action kt-btn-size-large kt-btn-style-basic kt-btn-svg-show-always kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true\" href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/go\/hoka-bondi-x\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" style=\"border-radius:40px;border-width:0px\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Click for Best Price<\/span><div style=\"display:inline-flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center\" class=\"kt-btn-svg-icon kt-btn-svg-icon-fe_arrowRight kt-btn-side-right\"><svg style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"><\/line><polyline points=\"12 5 19 12 12 19\"><\/polyline><\/svg><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Terrain<\/td><td>Road<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pronation type<\/td><td>Neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drop<\/td><td>5 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Heel stack height<\/td><td>33 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Forefoot stack height<\/td><td>28 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight (men)<\/td><td>300 g\/10.6 oz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight (women)<\/td><td>257 g\/9.1 oz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Release year<\/td><td>2021<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cushioning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Softness (1-5)<\/td><td>1 &#8211; Very soft<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bounce (1-5)<\/td><td>3 &#8211; Moderate<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technologies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Outsole<\/td><td>Rubber, Full Ground Contact<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Midsole<\/td><td>CMEVA, Early Stage Meta-Rocker Geometry, Carbon plate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Upper<\/td><td>Engineered Mesh<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Speed<\/td><td>Slow, moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Distance<\/td><td>Mid, long, 10k, half marathon, marathon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Workout<\/td><td>Daily runs, recovery<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparisons &#8211; Hoka Bondi X vs.:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hoka Bondi 7<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Testers unanimously noted a clear improvement from one model to the next. The Bondi X is lighter, more responsive, and (icing on the cake) offers even softer cushioning than the Bondi 7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s one significant difference: the price, which rises from $220 to $150. We&#8217;ll be honest; we don&#8217;t think it&#8217;s worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hoka Clifton 8<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>See the <a href=\"https:\/\/runnerslab.com\/comparisons\/hoka-clifton-vs-bondi\/\">side-by-side comparison<\/a> with our comments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1631560434695\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How&#8217;s the fit of the Hoka Bondi X?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><br\/>The Bondi X fits true to size so that you can choose your usual size for Hokas. However, the upper is roomy, especially the toe box, so it&#8217;s best to try it on if possible if you have narrow feet.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1631560502823\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is the Bondi X a stability shoe for overpronation?<br\/><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It&#8217;s a universal shoe for all runners. The stability is good, but the massive heel may bother some people. So try it if you overpronate.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1631560569313\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is this a good shoe for the marathon?<br\/><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Bondi X is a good option for the marathon with its comfortable cushioning, effective lockdown, and carbon plate. 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