Women's Hoka Clifton 11

The Clifton 11 focuses on "tune-ups" above the foam to maximize fit, step-in feel, and plush comfort for runners and daily walkers.

Key Specifications

Weight: 9.9 oz for men's, 8.1 oz for women's
Stack Height: 42mm heel / 34mm forefoot (Men's); 38mm heel / 30mm forefoot (Women's)
Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8mm
Midsole Material: Compression-Molded EVA (CMEVA) foam
Widths Available: Standard, Wide, and Extra Wide

Updates are concentrated almost entirely on the upper section of the shoe:

Elevated Engineered Mesh: The new upper material is softer and more pliable, designed to provide enhanced breathability and a less restrictive, roomier fit around the foot.
Double-Lace Lock System: A redesigned eyelet structure utilizes a double-lace lock to securely anchor the tongue and prevent it from migrating or slipping during runs.
Refined Aesthetics: The exterior features upgraded reflective detailing for safety in low-light conditions alongside tactile 3D silicone touchpoints.
Plush Sockliner: The interior open-cell sockliner has been reworked to offer a higher level of immediate step-in cushioning and better overall moisture-wicking.

Performance & Ride Character

The Cushioning: HOKA deliberately stuck with its traditional CMEVA foam base rather than jumping to modern supercritical foams. Reviewers note that while it lacks a spring-loaded, highly responsive pop, it delivers an incredibly consistent, durable, and reliable pillow of all-day comfort.
The Rocker: It retains the classic, smooth MetaRocker™ geometry to effortlessly roll your foot forward from heel-to-toe and minimize leg fatigue.
Inherent Stability: While categorized as a neutral trainer, the Clifton 11 inherits a wider platform and active foot frame from the previous version, giving it subtle, built-in guidance that works well for neutral runners and mild overpronators alike.