Hoka · Maximum cushioning
Hoka Skyward X 2
Hoka Skyward X 2 is listed under maximum cushioning. The recorded construction combines PEBA + EVA supercritical and Carbon (shaped as H). Drop: 5 mm; weight: 281 g, reference 9 US men’s.
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- Dataset use category
- Maximum cushioning
- Year recorded in the dataset
- 2026
- Weight per shoe
- 281 g
- Reference size
- 9 US men’s
- Heel stack
- 44 mm
- Forefoot stack
- 39 mm
- Heel-to-toe drop
- 5 mm
- Midsole foam
- PEBA + EVA supercritical
- Plate or structure
- Carbon (shaped as H)
Stack describes height; drop is the difference between heel and forefoot. These dimensions are not quality scores. Weights from different sizes are not precise comparisons of equivalent samples.
What to consider
Maximum cushioning groups designs with more material or a particular underfoot focus. Height and softness are different properties and do not guarantee comfort for every runner.
Try the size with your usual socks, checking toe room and secure hold. Foam names, plates and prices cannot replace this assessment. This page does not prescribe footwear or attribute injury prevention to the model.
Independent measurements
Results published by RunRepeat. Dataset sample and protocol: men’s US 9; methodology 2.5.
Recorded test consultation: .
- Heel shock absorption
- 152 SA
- Heel energy return
- 64.3 %
- Foam firmness
- 31.9 Asker C
- Wet-concrete traction
- 0.61 CoF
- Force for 30° bending
- 23 N
These measurements do not replace the product specifications above. They describe a laboratory sample and protocol, not Darwin tests or a guarantee of individual feel.
Sources and limitations
These details combine compiled specifications. Each source is identified; a laboratory, manufacturer and retailer provide different evidence. Darwin did not perform the tests.
- runrepeat.com ↗Independent laboratory
- believeintherun.com ↗Independent review
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