REACH FOR THE SKY

Hoka's Skyward X promises that holy grail of running shoes: speed and comfort. But it really shines over moderate-paced miles

- Mike Sawh

Hoka says its Skyward X delivers the plushest ride you’ll find. That’s big talk for a big shoe that joins the growing army of what have now been dubbed ‘max cushion super trainers’.

That’s the name given to shoes that go big on protective cushioning, while also embracing some of the traits associated with racing shoes. So while the Skyward X can handle any long Sunday run, it will also give you the scope to mix up the paces a little.

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