Speedgoat 7 GTX
HOKA's flagship max-cushion technical trail shoe, now in a GORE-TEX waterproof version for wet and cold conditions.
- Terrain
- trail
- Primary use
- Technical trail
- Races
- Ultra, 50K+
- Also good for
- Trail long run, Daily trail training, Uphill / vertical, 50K race
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 303g
- Drop
- 5mm
- Stack
- not published
- Waterproof
- Yes
- Midsole
- SCF EVA (Supercritical Foam EVA)
- Outsole
- Vibram Megagrip with traction lug
- Upper
- 100% recycled Cordura
- Widths
- standard
The Speedgoat 7 GTX remains the benchmark technical trail workhorse, adding a GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane for wet-weather and cold-season protection without sacrificing the plush, protective ride that makes it a favorite for long, rugged trail days.
High, protective SCF EVA cushioning paired with an aggressive Vibram Megagrip outsole delivers a stable, confidence-inspiring ride over technical, rocky, and muddy terrain, though it lacks a rock plate for the most punishing rock gardens.
Available in regular and wide widths with a Cordura-reinforced upper and toggle lacing; the GTX membrane adds a slightly snugger, less breathable fit than the standard mesh version.
Long technical trail runs, ultra-distance efforts, and wet or cold-weather trail conditions where waterproofing matters.
You want a lightweight, fast-feeling shoe for short technical trail races, or you run in hot, humid climates where a waterproof membrane traps heat.