Stinson B Evo

Hoka One One 2012 s/s update

Wow – all my stock arrived last week while I was in Lanzarote. Over 40 pairs of bright Hoka One One supreme running shoes. With pre-orders and orders that arrived in early March, I now only have 5 pairs left! Yes, 5 pairs left. I am awaiting another delivery this week, but as I mentioned previously, Hoka One One stock is now very low throughout the shoe range. I will update the ‘Shop’ on my site with new colour ways and available sizes.

In brief the following are available in ‘selected’ sizes:

Bondi B – citrus/silver/grey UK7 through to UK12 – only 2 pairs of 12’s left

Bondi B – white/black/citrus UK7.5 to UK11.5 – and 2 pairs of UK12.5 – no 12’s left

Bondi B – anthracite/orange/white UK 7.5 to UK13 (no 12’s) Bondi B – ladies shoe UK5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8.5 but only 1 or 2 pairs in each size

Stinson B – blue/silver/orange UK7.5 to UK13 Stinson B – white/silver/citrus UK7.5 to UK12

Stinson B Evo – citrus/black/cyan UK5.5 to UK11.5

Stinson B Evo – anthracite/citrus/black UK8 to UK12.5 – no 11.5’s

Stinson B Evo – ladies UK5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5

Mafate 2 – citrus/anthracite/white UK8 to UK11.5

Mafate 2 – anthracite/white/orange UK7.5, no 8, 8.5 to UK11.5, no 12 and 1 pair of UK12.5

Hoka One One 2012 due to arrive March

HOKA ONE ONE

Introduction:

Hoka One One was the brainchild of Jean Luc Diard and Nicolas Mermoud. Both very experienced adventure racers and runners. Nicolas Mermoud has placed very highly at UTMB.

They set themselves an objective. To create a shoe that reduced fatigue, impact and muscle strain. Hoka One One was born.

Sponsored Athletes include: Dave Mackey (ultra runner of the year), Christophe Le Saux, Ludovic Pommeret, Maud Combarieu and Karl Meltzer (31 100 mile wins)

The Technology behind the shoe:

The sole is oversized up to 2.5x a conventional run shoe and therefore offers outstanding impact resistance. It ensures a natural stride and IMPORTANTLY they only have 4mm drop from heel to toe. They are therefore very much inline with the barefoot philosophies of natural foot strike and mid to forefoot running. In addition, the shoe eradicates any harshness from the terrain, allowing you to ‘run over’ obstacles. A good analogy would be the difference between a no suspension mountain bike and one with full suspension.

Within the shoe, your foot sits within a ‘bucket’ that is recessed into the sole. Not only does this offer a precision foot strike but it also offers great stability.

Despite looks, the shoes are incredibly light. They defy gravity. The combination of lightweight and great cushioning reduce stress and fatigue. The shoe adapts and moulds to the terrain allowing you to ‘run through’ the most difficult terrain.

A unique addition to the shoe is a ‘rolling’ sole. This helps deliver superior underfoot performance allowing your foot to ‘rock’ forward. Try them downhill…. You will fly! The rocker sole propels you forward.

The increased footprint of some 35% bigger than a conventional road shoe offers increased stability. The wider base compensates for the height of the sole making every foot strike a confident one.

Throughout the range of Hoka One One shoes, grip changes with each model. The Bondi B road shoe has less grip and traction to allow for speed, the Stinson B (was Combo XT) mixes between the Mafate trail shoe and Bondi B and provides a shoe that works well on either road or trail. The Mafate is designed for severe off road running and the newly modified Mafate 2 has a new upper and increased grip. The new shoe in the Hoka range is the Stinson Evo. This shoe has all the benefits of increased foot platform and cushioning but has been re-worked into a shoe that offers a race fit. It has a breathable upper, speed lacing, increased grip and reduced weight; it is an out and out race shoe!

Statistics:

Less Impact – Increase contact with the ground by some 45% and less impact by 20-33%

On the flat a reduction of energy consumption by -3 to 5% (oxygen+lactate blood measurement+running mechanical properties)

Uphill -8 to 18% decreased energy consumption

Downhill -15 to 20% reduced shock impact

Conclusion – Better performance for less effort and increased protection

The Shoes:

Bondi B – Road shoe

Bondi B by Hoka One One 2012

Bondi B is a high performance road shoe suited to marathon runners, triathletes and ultra runners. Bondi B absorbs impact, shocks and reduces fatigue. It has 2x EVA volume and a 50% rocker profile. It has a 20mm recessed bucket situated within the midsole and provides support and control as and when required.

Stinson Evo – Trail

Stinson Evo/ Stinson B Evo by Hoka One One 2012

Stinson Evo is designed for absolute racing performance. It is the flagship of the Hoka One One 2012 range. It has a new outsole with EVA lugs to improve on weight. The surface profile has been altered to provide enhanced grip on mud and wet rocks. In addition, this grip provides superior uphill traction. The upper has been optimized to provide a precise racing fit with improved forefoot hold that balances weight and support. It has a quick lace system for rapid adjustment and the new upper has improved breathability. Revisions to the mid sole include a contoured sidewall which help reduce weight and it has a 25mm recessed midsole. The shoe has a 50% rocker profile, 2x2x EVA and recessed foot bucket.

Mafate 2 – Trail

Mafate 2 by Hoka One One

Mafate 2 is designed for tough terrain. It is designed around grip and support. The outsole has been overhauled over previous Mafate models and has a 4.5mm lug profile to offer superior grip. The upper has also been reworked to offer a precision fit and with a 30mm bucket within the midsole this provides a level of hold second to none. Lacing over previous models has also been adapted by adding an additional lacing loop allowing the runner to obtain a tighter fit if required. The shoe has 2.5xEVA and a 50% rocker profile. In addition, the Mafate 2 has a 35% wider foot platform over conventional trail shoes allowing you to ‘run through’ tough terrain.

Stinson B – Road & Trail

Stinson B by Hoka One One

The Stinson B, previously Combo XT (I am awaiting new imagery of the Stinson B, this is a 2011 model) is designed as a go anywhere shoe. It combines aspects of the Bondi B and Mafate. It has a 2.5x EVA and 50% rocker profile and has a tread pattern that is suitable for road and light trail. However, if the trail is hard, dry and rocky, this shoe realty does excel. It has a soft cushioned upper, a wider fit and it reinforces comfort without compromising support or stability. It has a 30mm recessed bucket and offers supreme protection.

In action:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH91KFK7ABE

Stock & Ordering:

2012 stock is due to arrive March 5^th to 12^th and is available from www.hokaoneoneuk.co.uk

Analysis and Use:

Mafate by Hoka One One

First time impressions of the Hoka One One sometimes mean that potential users can’t get beyond the look of the shoe! Yes they are different and Hoka One One does not try to hide the fact. In fact, the contrary, they use strong bold colours that attract your eyes and your initial reaction on seeing them for the first time is ‘what the hell are they?’

Mafate Waterproof by Hoka One One

I had the same reaction. I saw them in a French Trail Race in 2010. A real tough mountainous event and in first place came through this lightweight athlete bouncing along and a pair of brightly coloured shoes. I took a second look…. and then a third and then a fourth look. I laughed to myself. But then I thought about it… hold on, this guy is in first place!

I stored the memory and then I saw them at another race, then I saw four or five pairs. I decided it was time to investigate and purchased a pair! Within 1 week I was sold… I was never going back!

Hoka One One at UTMB 2011

I started with the Bondi B. I purchased them on a Friday. Walked in them all day Saturday and then ran a road marathon on the Sunday. It was liberating! I bounced along with an effortless glide and energy return from a shoe that I hadn’t felt before. As the miles ticked by I noticed considerably less fatigue, a notable reduction in impact and the key factor was that I found that they made me want to mid/ forefoot strike. I would say the only noticeable change I made to my gait and stride was that I took shorter steps and increased my cadence.

Not long after I purchased the Mafate for trail running. Believe me, if you are running on rutted, hard and rocky terrain the Hoka One One are the full suspension mountain bike of the run world. What was obstacles became just glitches that I could run through the terrain without worry… downhill the shoes excelled taking away the harshness of the terrain and allowing a comfort level never experienced when running downhill before. At the end of a race or training, fatigue and ‘doms’ were reduced significantly allowing for faster recuperation and an ability to train at a higher level on repeated days.

Time to Fly - Hoka One One

Observers would look at the shoes and in this barefoot/minimalist market would laugh! However, they missed the point…. Hoka One One only has a 4mm drop from heel to toe making this a real mid to forefoot shoe. A low differential is key for enabling runners to land in a ‘natural’ way. The difference with Hoka One One is the cushioning. All other manufacturers obtain a low differential by reducing cushioning; not Hoka One One. They offer all the benefits of a minimalist approach but with superior cushioning and comfort. It has now been confirmed in many aspects of the natural run movement that Hoka One One are inline with the philosophies of a more natural run style.

So, back in the UK I wanted to purchase the shoes! Mmmm stumbling block. Due to the uniqueness of the shoe, obtaining and shoes in the UK was extremely limited. So, as the saying goes of ‘putting your money where your mouth is’ I did just that and I started to sell the shoe.

In the final 6 months of 2011 and certainly in early 2012 I have noticed an increased awareness and acceptance of what Hoka One One can offer.

All I can say is, if you don’t like the looks, get over it! Once you put them on and run in them, you won’t mind. They are an experience to behold…

Stinson B by Hoka One One

Endurancelife Stage 1 – Northumberland

Sunrise on the Northumberland Coastline

The long awaited Stage 1 of the 2011/2012 Endurancelife Coastal Series finally arrived with a new course and a new venue on the Northumberland Coastline. This is a coastline that I have very little knowledge of and so once again, Endurancelife enabled me to fulfill a couple of things that I always like to do when I do a race, see a new place and run somewhere different and challenging.

I hadn’t actually realised how close to Scotland our race venue was. Bamburgh Castle was literally not much more than an hours drive from Edinburgh. Unlike the other races in the Coastal Series, this coastline was more gentle. What it lacked in up and down coastal paths it made up for with Castles, beaches and stunning views.

It was an early start to the day, but then again, this is nothing unusual when racing. Niandi and myself arrived at Bamburgh just in time to see the sun break the skyline and provide us with an orange glow in the early morning chill. It was quite a start to the day. Andrew Barker from Endurancelife was running around taking photos and capturing video while other EL staff prepared registration and all the last min prep that goes into a race, or should I say races of this size and nature. What has always been a great feature of EL races is the provision to provide distances of varying nature, 10k, half marathon, marathon and now ultra. Of course, if you have raced any EL race before, you know the 10k is 12k, the half is 14 miles, the marathon is 28 miles and the ultra, well, the ultra could be anything…. you always get value for money! And I mean this in a very positive way. Trail racing is never an exact distance and we never want to be cheated.

The Northumberland race in many ways was a unique event. This is the one and only ‘point to point’ race in the CTS and therefore at 0800am the marathon and ultra runners were transported by coach some 30 min away to the race start at Alnwick. Our obective was to run from Alnwick, back to the coast and then run north up the coastline back to Bamburgh Castle.

Endurancelife, Northumberland Marathon route

As you will see from the above map, Alnwick was inland and it provided us with quite a beautiful start. It became apparent early on that our day was going to be a ‘good day’. The sun was out, skies were blue and the early morning chill was going to soon disappear and provide us with a warm and clear day for a great run. We grouped together in a field while Gary from EL provided us with our usual pre race briefing. The route was pretty simple; run to the coast, turn left and run north until you reach Bamburgh Castle. Of course, no route is that simple but EL always do a great jog of marking the route with red/white tape or white chevrons painted on the floor (eco friendly paint) or objects to help navigate the runners in the right direction. Of course you need to pay attention and keep your eyes peeled, after all, following the route is actually part of the event.

Alnwick Castle - race start

At 0900 we were off and an early group soon formed with guys up front, myself and Oliver Sinclair in 4th and 5th and then a couple of other guys close behind in 5th and 6th. The early trail was mostly through fields, farmland and woods. We had the early joy of wading through a river up to our knees. Perfect! completely wet feet in the first few miles of a marathon. I actually didn’t mind. To be honest I found the chill from the water nice on the muscles. Today I was running a little cautious as the previous weekend I had raced a 50k. The five days after that race had been devoted just to easy runs of 4 miles twice a day with the emphasis on loosening my legs rather than training.

The six of us pushed to the coastline, as I looked around at the race numbers I was surrounded by 5 ultra runners and I was the only marathon runner. A nice position to be in. In principal the ultra runners should be running a little slower than the marathon runners but considering I had no competition around I had no reason to run any harder.

After about 45 min we moved from a road section, crossed a bridge and we were then on the coast. Oliver Sinclair lifted the pace slightly, Andrew Bass followed and I basically maintained 3rd place maybe some 100m back.

As we hit the coast we had a mixture of terrain; sand, road and grassy trails. Because of the mixed nature of the terrain I had decided to use a new pair of Hoka One One shoes called ‘Stinson B Evo’. These shoes are actually only going to be available in 2012 but it was important for me to start testing them so that I could provide feedback. Unlike other shoes in the Hoka range these shoes offer increased grip, a race fit and obviously the supreme cushioning that Hoka offer. EL races always offer challenging terrain, not only for the lungs but for your feet, so, a good pair of shoes is a must. I have to say, that the Stinson B Evo is going to be a great addition to the Hoka range.

Hoka One One - Stinson B Evo

As we moved up the coastline Andrew Bass had taken the lead followed by Oliver Sinclair and then myself. The 4th and 5th placed runners had run with me for a short while but as we hit the dunes and mixed terrain we had all found our natural place. I could still see Oliver and Andrew but behind me was nobody, so I settled and concentrated on keeping an even pace. I went through the 2nd checkpoint at around 1040 am, this would mean that I was about 10 min behind the Half Marthon runners who started at 1030am.

Ian at Northumberland

The sun was out and it was getting pretty warm. As we ran past our second Castle of the day, Andrew was waiting with his camera at the ready. This section was tough underfoot. You needed to look at your foot placing. Ok, excuses over. Question? Is the above photo concentration or do I really look wrecked?

Wrecked or not I was leading the marathon and in 3rd place overall behind the two ‘ultra’ guys up ahead. As we moved on we now had sections of coastline, long stretches of beach and back markers from the half marathon race ahead. At the 20 mile mark I went through a bad patch…. I could feel some fatigue from the previous weekend and had to dig deep to put the ‘walk demons’ away and keep the tempo going. On the beach sections I cut the lines as best as I could looking for the shortest line. Happy to get my feet wet if meant I saved on distance.

At the final checkpoint Bamburgh Castle was in view and as I shouted ‘about a mile to go?’ the marshall said ‘erm no!’ Aaaagh, this is when the EL value for money kicks in. On those days that you want the marathon to be 26.2 you just know it is not going to be. Endurance running is as much about the mind as the body and when you think your finish is less than 10 min way but then soon realise that actually it is probably going to be more like 30 min away, you need to recoup, dig in and push on.

The final beach section was a long one. The terrain was good though, yes it was softer tan trail but it wasn’t deep sand. Finally the foot of the castle came and we had some nice twisty dunes to navigate our way through.

A mile to go in the dunes

Out of the dunes we had a climb up to the castle a right turn and then a couple of hundred meters to the finish. A great finish awaited with the castle making the perfect setting. I made the total distance covered just short of 28 miles and my time was 3:46.

In summary this is a beautiful course and it is extremely runnable. It is a great first event for those moving to trail racing or those tempted by the EL series of Coastal Races. My buddy and team mate, Oliver Sinclair won the Ultra so it was a great day out for the Endurancelife Team.

The finish - Bamburgh Castle

Hoka One One – 2012

Hoka One One shoes utilize a unique rolling motion to deliver superior underfoot performance. Featuring a 50% rocker profile, Hoka One One help provide an excellent stride transition. It propels you forward with every foot strike.

Hoka One One are the only shoe to utilize oversize technology. Using up to 2.5x the EVA volume in the midsole in comparison to conventional running shoes. Offering outstanding impact absorption they allow you to run natural irrespective of the terrain.

Your foot sits within the sole in a unique patented bucket design which is recessed between 20 to 30 mm into the midsole. This allows for precision striking and optimum stabilisation of the foot. Importantly, this bucket allows for for excellent responsiveness despite the high level of cushioning.

What is also key across the Hoka One One range is that they utilize a wider footprint. In comparison to normal run/ road shoes this platform is 35% wider. This profile works to counter the increased height but also to add confidence and increased grip to every foot strike.

The sole of the shoes are designed to synchronise with your terrain and as such, Hoka One One have developed a series of shoes so that you have the right shoe for your chosen terrain. The midsole is also designed with grip in mind allowing for the correct amount of deformation so as to provide constant contact with the ground.

The 2012 Range

The Hoka One One shoe range has taken a firm hold in 2011. In 1 year, they have featured in 8 Countries with 17 major victories.

Diana Finkel 2010Hardrock 100 Karl Meltzer Massanutten 100, Pony Express Trail, 2064 miles Dave Mackey 2011 Miwok 100k, 2011 American River, 2011 US Trail Championships, Bandera 100k Christophe Le Saux Sahara Raid 200k, 2011 Australian Outback 540k, 2011 Gutan Trail 200k,, 2011 Guadrun 150k, 2011 Tour des Giants 2nd place….. and so on, the results keep coming!

For 2012, the shoes will undergo some tweaks and minor adjustments based on feedback from runners and as an ongoing development of the shoes and brand. 2011 saw the introduction of the Combo XT (Stinson in the US) and it is this shoe that has been developed into a new shoe for 2012, the Stinson B Evo.

BONDI B

Bondi B is the road shoe in the Hoka One One range and is ideally suited to ultra runners, marathon runners and triathletes who want to push endurance boundaries. Ideal at reducing impact, shocks and lessening fatigue. The Bondi B also works exceptionally well on hard and compact trail. In principal, the shoe remains unchanged for 2012 with one exception. Sizing has beed tweaked and the Bondi B will now ‘fit’ inline with all shoes in the Hoka One One range. I recommend that if you are not already a Hoka One One user you should size up by a 1/2 size from your current run shoe.

Price – £130 plus postage and package

Ordering and colour options:

Pre Orders for 2012 will be accepted on completion of an order form. No payment will be required until stock has been received in the UK. Delivery is expected March 2012.

Colour Options:

Limited stock and special orders are available for the Unisex white/citrus/cyan ‘branded’ with Hoka One One on the side. This is a statement shoe. I definitely recommend pre ordering of this colour way.The standard unisex shoe for 2012 will be available in sizes 4.5 UK to 12 UK in citrus/silver/greyThe Mens shoe (or unisex if your foot size is larger that 7.5 UK) will be available in 7.5 UK to 13.5 UK in anthracite/orange/white

Bondi B is still available at anytime in 2011 colours and size (please go 1 full size up from your current run shoe if it is not a Hoka One One)

STINSON B

Stinson B is currently named ‘Combo XT’ in the UK and will be renamed for 2012 to fall in line with naming in the rest of Europe and America. The shoe has no changes, other than colour for 2012.

Ideally suited for runners who love to mix road and trail. The Stinson B offers great comfort over mixed terrain, a breathable upper and a tough sole for increased durability and traction. This shoe in 2011 has become a ‘best seller’ for runwildrunfree. Clients have seen the benefits of it’s go anywhere attitude, increased comfort and it’s ability to leave you fresh from repeated running or racing. Sizing will fall in line with all shoes in the Hoka One One range and if you are new to Hoka One One, we recommend a 1/2 size larger than your current road/trail shoe.

Price – £116 plus postage and packaging

Colour Options:

Stinson B will be available in 7.5 UK – 12 UK in blue/silver/orangeA darker colour option and larger shoe size will be available in black/anthracite/lime in sizes 7.5 UK to 13.5 UKIf you require a smaller size from 4.5 Uk, we will be offering the Stinson B in white/silver/citrus as special order only

Ordering is possible by emailing ian@hokaoneoneuk.co.uk and requesting an order form for 2012. The current Combo XT model is still available at the 2011 price of £99.

MAFATE 2

Mafate 2 has been reworked for 2012. Designed for the most demanding off-road running the Mafate 2 has been constructed around grip and support. The outsole has been overhauled to provide a deeper 4.5mm lug profile, it has enhanced grip and increased abrasion resistance.

The upper has been re-designed offering high support construction for a precision fit and the lacing system has also been tweaked to help improve fit. The Mafate is how Hoka One One started and is the benchmark from which all Hoka One One shoes have been based. Oversize technology, rocker profile, great comfort, increased foot print and the ability to run on all terrain and maintain a high pace.

Price – £126 plus postage and packaging

Colour Options:

Mafate 2 will be available in citrus/anthracite/white in sizes 4.5 UK to 12 UKA darker colour option with larger sizes will be available as a special order only in anthracite/white/orange in sizes 7.5 UK to 13 UKOrdering is possible by emailing ian@hokaoneoneuk.co.uk and requesting an order form for 2012.

STINSON B EVO

Stinson B Evo is the new addition for 2012. A development from the Stinson B (Combo XT) it is designed for absolute racing performance. A new lightweight and highly breathable upper encloses the foot, holding it firm with a new ‘speed lacing’ system (conventional laces supplied). The outsole has been re-designed offering greater grip on trail. It has high abrasion EVA lugs to improve on weight without sacrificing abrasion resistance. The surface profile has been altered to provide enhanced grip on challenging terrain such as wet rocks, mud and when going uphill. Equally, it transfers from trail to road seamlessly. Stinson B Evo also features an ortholite insole that improves comfort through its breathability, anti-bacterial properties and the fact that it will not compress over time.

Price – £136 plus postage and packaging

Colour Options:

The two main colour ways for 2012 will be the unisex citrus/black/cyan available in 4.5 UK to 12 UKThe Mens shoe will be available in anthracite/citrus/black in sizes 7.5 UK to 13.5 UKA blog post with photographs on the Stinson B Evo is available here: https://iancorless.wordpress.com/2011/09/30/hoka-one-one-stinson-b-evo/

The above review is a little more in depth and the photographs show in detail the benefits of this new shoe.

All 2012 stock will be available from March 2012. I have been informed that 2012 stock will be limited and therefore if you have any special needs or requirements I strongly recommend pre-ordering. No payment will be required until your chosen shoes arrive in the UK and are available for postage. Please email ian@hokaoneoneuk.co.uk for an order form or if you would like any additional information.

Current 2011 stock is still available from http://www.runwildrunfree.co.uk and moving forward, all shoes orders will be taken via this website using PayPal as means of payment.

Hoka One One – STINSON B EVO

Hoka One One is the brainchild of two gravity sports enthusiasts Jean Luc Diard and Nicolas Mermoud. Both men have been adventuring as long as they can remember and their trail running experiences have taken them across the globe. They quickly came to an important conclusion; fatigue, impact and muscle strain were challenges that runners of all stripes had to deal with. So, Jean Luc and Nicolas came up with a brilliant idea, why not design a shoe that would help to alleviate these problems.

This week I was fortunate enough to spend some time with Steve Couper from Sidas and go through the new Hoka One One range for 2012. Needless to say, this was a real bonus. After some discussions with Steve and Nicolas, I was aware that the 2012 range had some significant changes and importantly, a new shoe.

First thinks first, the new shoe!

STINSON B EVO

Wow – first impressions are stunning. Steve had all the colour ways on display of this new show but your eyes to go straight to the Unisex show with the bright and bold Hoka One One written on the side of the shoe. The white/Cyan/Citrus colours stand out and just draw attention.

The Stinson B Evo is designed for racing performance and as such is designed around precision and flexibility. The new outsole design includes high abrasion EVA lugs to improve on weight without sacrificing abrasion resistance. The surface profile, as a whole, has been altered to provide enhanced grip (in comparison to the Combo XT/Stinson) on challenging terrain such as wet rocks and mud as well as providing greater uphill traction.

Stinson B Evo sole

The upper has been optimised to provide a precise racing fit and this shoe feels much more streamlined with improved forefoot hold. The upper is also considerably more breathable, it balances all aspects of weight, support and breathability perfectly. There is a pull-cord quick lace system for rapid adjustment (conventional laces also supplied). The midsole which includes a new contoured sidewall synchronises perfectly with the 25mm recessed misdsole. Finally, the Stinson B Evo includes and ortholite insole which improves comfort through its breathability, anti bacterial properties and the fact it will not compress over extended use.

Technology

The Stinson B Evo provides off road racing performance thanks to an enhanced sole and ‘rocker’ profile. The rocker profile creates a smooth energy efficient stride transition. As with all shoes in the Hoka One One range, the Stinson B Evo uses oversize technology with 2.2x the EVA volume of conventional run shoes. This ensures high impact resistance, a smooth underfoot feel and importantly, this enhanced sole allows you to run over mixed terrain in much more comfort allowing you to keep the pressure on and the pace up. Your foot actually sits ‘within’ the sole in a ‘bucket’, this allows for an unparalleled level of control. In addition, the new grooves in the sole allow for enhanced flexibility.

Colour Options & Stock

The two main colour ways that runwildrunfree will stock for 2012 will be Citrus/Black/Cyan and Anthracite/Citrus/Black.

Citrus/Black/Cyan - Unisex

Anthracite/Citrus/Black - 7.5UK to 13.5UK

In addition to the above, I will have available for PRE ORDER ONLY the limited edition White/Cyan/Citrus with the ‘Hoka One One’ branding on the side. This is a real ‘statement’ shoe and as such will be the shoe to be seen in come 2012.

White/Cyan/Citrus 4.5Uk - 12UK

Sizing? If you currently use either Mafate or the Combo XT in the UK we recommend that you order the same size. If you are currently using the Bondi B, we recommend a 1/2 size smaller. If you are new to Hoka One One, we recommed that you size up by a 1/2 size.

Ordering? I will take pre orders on all shoes and colour ways with an expected delivery in March 2012. I not require advance payment until the shoes arrive in the UK, however, I will require you to complete an order form with a £25 deposit.

Contact? Please email me at ian@hokaoneoneuk.co.uk

Stock? UK stock of all Hoka One One shoes in the first six months of 2012 will be limited. I therefore strongly advise you to avoid disappointment by acting in advance.

Price? £136 plus recorded postage (please remember that Hoka One One shoes last considerably longer than conventional run shoes, 6-800 miles)