Gaviota 6
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Gaviota 6

Daily

​​With Bondi-level cushioning and H-Frame™ stability, the Gaviota 6 delivers a smooth, supported ride that feels natural and effortless. Plush, balanced, and confidence-building, it’s HOKA’s premium stability trainer for everyday miles.​​

Price$180

Details

Designed for runners who overpronate—or anyone who prefers a calm, balanced ride—the HOKA Gaviota 6 delivers Bondi-level softness paired with refined, confidence-inspiring stability. Its compression-molded EVA midsole provides deep, protective cushioning for long miles, while HOKA’s enhanced H-Frame™ stability system guides your stride without relying on rigid or intrusive elements. The result is a smooth, naturally stable ride that feels fluid rather than corrective.


Up top, a breathable engineered mesh upper promotes airflow and comfort, while an internal ghillie lacing systemensures secure, adaptable lockdown through the midfoot. Underfoot, a durable abrasion-resistant rubber outsole adds longevity and dependable traction for daily training. Plush, supportive, and thoughtfully balanced, the Gaviota 6 is built to keep you running comfortably and confidently from the first step to the final mile.



MIDSOLE

  • Enhanced H-Frame Interlocks with the midsole to create a secure and stable base without a traditional medial post.
  • Late Stage Meta-Rocker Geometry is a rockered midsole design engineered to create a stable base of forefoot support.
  • CMEVA Midsole foam is comfortable and soft on impact.


OUTSOLE

  • Abrasion-resistant rubber outsole offers durable traction on a variety of surfaces, extending the life of the shoe.


UPPER

  • Breathable Engineered Mesh keeps feet cool and comfortable while providing structure where needed.
  • Comfort Collar cushions the ankle for a plush, irritation-free fit.
  • Internal Ghillie Lacing System ensures a secure, locked-in feel across the midfoot.

Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon

Specifications may be manufacturer-reported. Learn how Cadence verifies shoe data.

Specifications

BrandHoka
CategoryTrainers
Weight10 oz
Heel Stack39 mm
Midsole Drop6 mm
Foam TypeCMEVA Midsole foam
Forefoot Stack33 mm
ModelGaviota 6
UsageDaily
StabilityStability
CushionHigh
FitRegular
PlateNo
Plate Description-

Cadence Database Analysis

How the Hoka Gaviota 6 compares with 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.

Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.

Where It Fits

Cushioning
High
Listed weight
Slightly heavy for category
Stack
Slightly high for category
Price
Higher-priced for category
Drop
Notably low for category
Plate
None
Group
Trainers / Daily

Compared With Trainers / Daily

Listed weight
Gaviota 6: 10ozMedian: 9.6oz
Heavier
Heel stack
Gaviota 6: 39mmMedian: 38mm
Higher
Forefoot stack
Gaviota 6: 33mmMedian: 31mm
Higher
Drop
Gaviota 6: 6mmMedian: 8mm
Lower
Price
Gaviota 6: $180Median: $160
Higher range

What Stands Out

  • At $180, its price sits $20 above the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
  • Its 6mm midsole drop is 2.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 8mm (n=69).
  • Its 33mm forefoot stack is 2.0mm above the current Trainers / Daily median of 31mm (n=69).
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