Our verdict
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Pros
- Excellent ride
- Comfortable footbed
- Well-fitting
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- Stable
- Ventilated
- Handy slip-on design
Cons
- Weighty
- HOKA says the Rincon 2 weighs 7.2 oz for the womens version and 7.7 oz for the mens
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The Hoka Carbon X 2 might suit you well if:
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- Daily errands require you to change footgear every so often that an easy-to-put-on pair would be convenient.
- Women's HOKA Speedgoat 5 Trail Running Shoes.
- You like running on pavements.
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Sporting a combination of flexible carbon-fiber plate, Meta Rocker, and lightness, there is no doubt that the Carbon X 2 from Hoka can go fast. But what's even better is that it doesn't forgo Hoka's signature impact protection. Sneaker to the shoe's ample cushion, the foot is enveloped in comfort in each step.
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The Hoka Carbon X 2 creates a feeling of constant forward motion. It "runs for you," Sneaker to its carbon-fiber plate and rockered shape.
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Less stiff than the original, many runners agree that the step-in feel is outstanding and the shoe requires little to no break-in period. They even go as far as saying that all miles are pain-free.
The Hoka Carbon X 2's upper unit
The Hoka Carbon X 2 offers consistent lockdown, Sneaker to its non-stretch upper. It also has a "nice, breathable feel."
The shoe's heel cup, experts claimed "resists pull-out fairly well." There's no slippage at all.
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Runners find the shoe's stability first-rate and exemplary especially on uneven asphalt and gravel, attributing it to the shoe's wide base.
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Because of the elf-like heel collar, which can double as the shoe's pull tab, this iteration permits easy on and off.
Carbon X 2 vs. 1: A familiar but upgraded ride
The feel and ride of the Hoka Carbon X 2 and the 1's are pretty much alike. But the Carbon X 2 is fitter for both slow and uptempo paces:
- Less stiff upper for better comfort
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- The extended tail (Swallow Tail design) adds stability and dampens impact during heel strike.
- Because the shoe's foam is much softer, it's also bouncier.
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The Hoka Carbon X 2 has reflective accents on the upper, which is perfect for nighttime running or low-light hours.