HokaTransport X
With a supercritical midsole and a carbon-infused ride, the Transport X brings runner-grade propulsion to everyday mobility. Breathable, agile, and stylishly versatile, it’s built for those who live life on the move.
Details
The HOKA Transport X blurs the boundary between high-performance trainer and everyday lifestyle shoe, delivering a unique blend of comfort, propulsion, and versatility for both movement and daily wear. Powered by a supercritical foam midsole — the same class of cushioning found in fast-run and marathon-caliber footwear — it provides a responsive, bouncy ride with surprising energy return. Beneath the foam, a dual-forked carbon plate adds snappy propulsion, while HOKA’s signature rocker geometry ensures fast, efficient transitions from heel to toe, making this shoe equally at home commuting across town or squeezing in a workout.
The low-profile sticky rubber outsole offers reliable grip and durability across road and urban terrain, while the lightweight mesh upper delivers breathable comfort in a sleek, modern silhouette. Effortlessly merging fashion with functional performance, the Transport X stands ready for travel, daily errands, gym sessions, or impromptu runs — all in a single streamlined package.
MIDSOLE
- Supercritical foam offers runners a bouncy and responsive ride with a touch of softness.
- Dual-forked carbon plate creates a snappy propulsive experience.
- Smooth-riding rocker design offers a smooth foot strike transition.
OUTSOLE
- Low-profile rubber creates exceptional sticky traction on the road with weight savings.
UPPER
- Lightweight mesh is highly breathable and stylish while cutting down on unnecessary weight.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
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Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the Hoka Transport X 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
- Typical for category
- Stack
- Slightly low for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Notably low for category
- Plate
- Yes
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Transport X | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 9.6oz | 9.6oz | Typical (49th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 36mm | 38mm | Lower (14th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 31mm | 31mm | Typical (46th percentile) |
| Drop | 5mm | 8mm | Lower (7th percentile) |
| Price | $200 | $160 | Higher range (99th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At $200, its price sits $40 above the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
- Its 5mm midsole drop is 3.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 8mm (n=69).
- It is one of 8 plated shoes out of 69 in this comparison group (12%).
