Hoka All Gender Rocket X 3
The Hoka Rocket X 3 is a carbon-plated road racing shoe with a dual-density PEBA midsole and a relatively low, firm cushioning profile.
- Terrain
- road
- Primary use
- Marathon race
- Races
- Half to marathon
- Also good for
- Half marathon race, 10K race, 5K race, Tempo / threshold, Long run, Intervals / speedwork
- Cushion
- moderate
- Firmness
- firm
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 226.8g
- Drop
- 7mm
- Stack
- not published
- Plate
- carbon
- Midsole
- Dual-density PEBA foam
- Outsole
- Sticky rubber
- Upper
- Single-layer engineered mesh / warp knit
- Widths
- standard
A super shoe for racers who want propulsion without a towering, unstable stack — its firmer, lower ride feels more planted than most carbon plates, at a full price of $250.
Firm, responsive PEBA foam paired with a winged carbon plate delivers an efficient push-off rather than a soft, bouncy feel. The lower stack keeps the foot close to the ground, which several runners find more stable than taller race shoes.
Standard width only, and the fit runs true to size with a shallow upper that leaves little room for aftermarket insoles. Narrow-footed runners generally report a secure lock-down.
Racing from 5K to the marathon for runners who prefer a firm, ground-connected super shoe over a tall, plush platform.
You want a soft, high-stack ride, need wide options, or use custom orthotics that require a deeper upper.