HOKA Mach 6 Review
Will the latest upgrades propel the HOKA Mach 6 to the number one seed for daily trainers and onto the finals? Or will we be left with a major upset? Read on to find out.
HOKA Mach 6
Features
It feels good to run fast in the HOKA Mach 6.
Have your runs felt stagnant lately? Not anymore. These lightweight trainers are your key to unlocking everyday speed. The new super critical foam is fine-tuned for extra energy return, giving you the perfect amount of snappy responsiveness and bouncy cushioning to push the pace and keep your legs feeling fresh.
“I tested the Mach 6 on an 8-mile run with 30-second pickups every mile. I noticed that it felt peppier and better for up-tempo runs than the Mach 5,” says Kate, who’s currently training for a half-marathon. “I was able to get a good turnover going, and picking up the pace every mile felt smooth.” Read more from our HOKA Mach 6 review.
Details:
- Upper: The lightweight and breathable creel jacquard mesh upper feels like air conditioning for your feet while extra padding along the heel collar and a gusseted tongue give you a performance fit with foot-hugging comfort to go the distance.
- Midsole: The new super critical EVA foam midsole is composed of multiple tiny cells (imagine running on millions of small air bubbles), which offer more responsiveness at a lighter weight than traditional midsole compounds. The result is a firm yet peppy ride.
- Outsole: Strategic rubber coverage on the outsole gives you confident footing while you’re turning corners and running at top speed.
Tech Specs
HOKA Mach 6
| Weight |
6.7 oz (W), 8.2 oz (M)
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|---|---|
| Stack height (heel/forefoot) |
35 mm/30 mm (W), 37 mm/32 mm (M)
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| Heel-to-toe drop |
5 mm
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| Surface |
Road
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| Ride | 3/5 on the Firm to Plush Scale |
| Cushioning | 3/5 on the Minimum to Maximum Scale |
| Energy | 3/5 on the Relaxed to Propulsive Scale |
| Category | neutral |
What’s New
HOKA updated the Mach 6 by switching from a dual-density midsole previously used in the Mach 5 to a single-layer super critical foam midsole. Other updates include a creel jacquard upper with zonal breathability and refinements to the collar and tongue. New strategic rubber outsole coverage gives you better traction on the road as well.
Who It’s Best For
This is a great performance running shoe that is durable enough for daily training, yet light and snappy for picking up the tempo or even racing.
“I’d recommend the Mach 6 to anyone who likes a lightweight trainer that is ready to pick up the pace,” Kate said in our HOKA Mach 6 review. “If you’re looking for a speed day shoe without a carbon plate, and with some decent cushioning, this is a great choice. I also think it’s good for people who like a firm-ish feel.”
Why You’ll Love It
You’ll love the lively feel of this lightweight trainer thanks to its responsive midsole and smooth transitions from heel to toe.
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Star Rating is 5 / 5
Might be the perfect show for me.
Like many of us, I have more pairs of running shoes than I can possibly need. But also like so many of us, I am constantly looking for the perfect pair. This one seems to push all of the right buttons: fit, cushioning, lightness, responsiveness, comfort, support.
Star Rating is 4 / 5
Hola Mach 6
They are a great shoe for mid distance runs. I bought a 1/2 bigger than normal and fits good. Great response after ground contact and my legs feel really well after running in them. These shoes feel like it takes less of an effort for the next step, doesn’t feel like I use lots of energy to pick foot up after ground contact.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Excellent workout shoes
On my second pair of the Mach 6, love using these especially for workouts, where I feel I get a nice extra kick compared to my daily trainers.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Shoes
Awesome
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Stylish Walking Shoe!
This is my 5th pair of HOKA’s. Love this new Mach 6️⃣. It fits well and has a stylish design. Awesome!!! I liked mine so much… I bought my wife a pair. She loves hers too! ????
Star Rating is 5 / 5
I love the Mach 6
This colorway rocks too. Used to rock cliftons and wanted something a little more firm. These are amazing!
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great running shoes!!
Although, I just got these, the runs in them have felt great, only have done 5-10k runs in them but still holding up nicely!
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Running shoes
I bought it for my son and fits perfectly. He loved.
Star Rating is 4 / 5
Hoka Mach 6
I was running in Hoka Clifton shoes and they changed the heel to toe drop in the Clifton 10s. So I had to find different shoes and ended up with Hoka Mach. It took 2-3 runs to get used to the Mach 6 shoe. They are more springy in the heel cushioning and not as stiff overall as the Hoka Clifton’s. The Hoka Mach 6 is a faster shoe to run and feels great after a few runs. I have bought a 2nd pair already.
