Clifton Pro Men's Running Shoes | Hoka

HOKA Clifton PRO Men's Running Shoes

The HOKA Clifton PRO marks a new stage in the evolution of the Clifton range. Designed for runners who seek more dynamism without sacrificing the franchise's iconic comfort, it combines generous cushioning with a smoother, more responsive stride. Intended for daily training, long runs, and half-marathon and marathon preparations, the Clifton PRO stands out as the most high-performance version ever developed in the Clifton family. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Key features of the HOKA Clifton PRO

• New PROGLIDE+ technology for a smoother and more dynamic stride.
• Lighter, more responsive, and more durable supercritical SCF foam.
• Accentuated MetaRocker promoting quick and natural transitions.
• Maximum cushioning to protect legs over long distances.
• J-Frame™ technology providing discreet stability without excessive correction.
• Ideal for high-volume training and marathon preparations.
• Long-lasting comfort with a breathable mesh upper and a secure fit.

The most dynamic Clifton ever created

With the Clifton PRO, HOKA retains the legendary comfort of the Clifton while providing more efficiency with each stride. The new SCF foam combined with PROGLIDE+ geometry offers a sensation of natural propulsion and excellent energy return, allowing you to run faster with less effort. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

A shoe designed for accumulating miles

The Clifton PRO was developed to support runners who consistently log high mileage weeks. Its generous cushioning effectively absorbs impacts, while its pronounced rocker promotes a fluid stride even when fatigue sets in. It excels on long runs, marathon blocks, and daily training sessions. 

More fluidity, more responsiveness

Unlike the Clifton 11, which prioritizes softness and comfort above all else, the Clifton PRO offers more dynamism thanks to its SCF foam and more aggressive MetaRocker. The result is a shoe capable of maintaining an excellent level of protection while offering faster transitions and a very pleasant gliding sensation. 

Natural stability thanks to J-Frame™

The Clifton PRO incorporates J-Frame™ technology, designed to limit pronation without imposing intrusive correction. Combined with a wider platform and a deep bucket seat, it offers an excellent level of stability while maintaining a natural stride feel.

Technical specifications

• Usage: Road running, daily training, long runs, marathon
• Stride: Neutral with enhanced stability
• Drop: 8 mm
• Weight: 296 g (men)
• Technology: PROGLIDE+™
• Foam: Supercritical SCF
• Stability: J-Frame™
• Geometry: Pronounced MetaRocker™
• Terrain: Road and stable paths
• Stack height: 42 mm heel / 34 mm forefoot

For which runners?

The HOKA Clifton PRO is aimed at regular to intensive runners who are looking for a unique shoe capable of handling the majority of their training. It will particularly suit athletes preparing for a half-marathon or marathon and wishing to combine muscle protection, long-distance comfort, and daily dynamism. 

Why choose the HOKA Clifton PRO?

If you appreciate the comfort of the Clifton but want a more modern, fluid, and responsive stride, the Clifton PRO represents the natural evolution. It retains the DNA that made the range successful while providing more efficiency to support ambitious runners in their endurance and performance goals. 

Triathlon Store's opinion

The Clifton PRO is probably the most interesting shoe in the HOKA range for triathletes and marathon runners looking for a premium training pair. More dynamic than a Clifton 11 but more accessible than a carbon shoe, it offers an excellent compromise between comfort, protection, and efficiency over long distances.