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HOKA Tecton X 3
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Tecton X 3

Ready to propel you through gnarly terrain, the Tecton X 3 adds winglets to its carbon fiber plates for extra stability in just the right spots, and two layers of PEBA in the midsole — our lightest, most responsive foam.

$300MSRP
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Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Use
racing
Cushioning
moderate
Weight
289g
Drop
5mm
Stack
0/0mm
Widths
standard
Release
2025
Carbon plate4mm lugsTechnical trailSmooth trailRace dayUltra distanceCarbon plateMax cushion
Our read
Editorial interpretation from the specs and what we know of this shoe — opinion, not lab-tested.
Ride

A tall, propulsive PEBA platform with dual winged carbon plates that feels lively and cushioned rather than harsh. The 5 mm drop and balanced firmness keep it fast without going fully rigid.

Fit

Standard width only with a secure race-oriented upper; runners with wide feet may find it snug over long efforts.

Best for

Trail and ultra racers who want max cushion plus carbon propulsion on runnable to moderately technical terrain.

Avoid if

You run very technical, rocky, or muddy trails where a tall stack and moderate 4 mm lugs feel unstable or lack bite.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.