HOKA Mafate 5
HOKA's plush technical-trail shoe, with Rocker Integrity Technology, Vibram Megagrip lugs and an optional ankle gaiter.
Specs
- Weight (g)
- 332
- Drop (mm)
- 8
- Cushioning
- Plush
- Stability
- Neutral
- Plate
- None
- Surface
- Trail
- Price
- Premium
- Lifespan (km)
- 700
- Released
- 2026
Lifespan is our editorial estimate — no manufacturer publishes one — as is any figure the linked source does not state.
Best for
The Mafate 5 is the plush technical trail shoe in HOKA's range, with more cushioning and protection than ever. A dual-density midsole puts soft, springy foam underfoot and impact-absorbing foam near the sole, Rocker Integrity Technology helps hold control over long hauls, and Vibram Megagrip lugs bite the ground. An optional ankle gaiter keeps debris out, and the drop is 8 mm.
It suits long, rough trail miles and ultras, for runners who put protection ahead of speed. It suits mileage chasers, the kind who count hours rather than kilometres.
It is not a light or quick shoe. At about 332 g it is a heavy tool for technical ground, and on smooth trails or roads that bulk feels like too much.