A properly sized toe box offers about 1 cm of length in the front and provides a secure fit with room for natural movement, without excess width.
True to Size
Feel:
Extra Soft
Extra Soft: Extra cushioning for a smooth, cloud-like experience.
Support & Cushioning:
Medium Support
Medium Support: Neutral shoes with mild stability features, like a larger footbed or improved ankle hold, for added support.
Plate:
None
Shoes without a plate tend to offer a more natural and flexible feel.
Weight:
263.6g / 9.3oz
Drop:
Drop: The height difference between heel and toe. High drop (8mm+) aids heel strikers, longer distances, and Achilles relief, low drop (0-4mm) suits midfoot/forefoot strikers and a natural feel.
5 mm (43 mm / 38 mm)
Product Description
The ultra-cushioned game-changer. One of the hardest working shoes in the HOKA lineup, the Bondi 9 delivers peak plushness for everyday miles. Overhauled from top to bottom, Hoka increased the stack height and added a new premium foam midsole to deliver that soft, resilient ride that’s become synonymous with the Bondi. Elevated with a 3D molded collar and structured knit upper with zonal breathability, this ultra-cushioned cult favorite has been finished with Durabrasion rubber to combat high wear zones.
Product Highlights
Knit upper with zonal venting - Affords breathable comfort
3D molded collar - Provides plush, ankle-hugging comfort
Premium foam midsole - Delivers a soft, bouncy ride
Rearfoot-focused Active Foot Frame™ - For more supportive landings
Durabrasion rubber outsole - Combats high wear zones
These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned, they came highly recommended and I can now say the same!
M
Margaret MacKay
Hoka has done it again!
Another Hoka winner. I’m not a runner. I’m a senior that had multiple health issues. (Cervical spine fusion, 2 hip replacements). I’ve been a Bondi 8 girl and they helped immensely with the cushioning and overall design. I’m happy to report I’m up to 3.2 on the treadmill.
The Bondi 9 feels quite like the Bondi 8. Though they have a new design at the top of the shoe which allows a snugger fit with no chaffing.
My only complaint is there is not many colour choices.
A
Arava
The fit of the Bondi 9 shoes is excellent. They feel great for easy to moderate running paces, likely because of the smooth metarocker design. However, I still need to run more kilometers in them to assess their durability.