Bringing the same cushion and responsiveness runner's came to love with the original Men's Hoka Tecton X . The second edition introduces the famous Matryx® upper.

What's New

Smoother transitions from foot-strike thru toe-off due to improved carbon plate. Runner's will feel more nimble on technical downhills and smoother forefoot rocker going uphill in the Men's Tecton X 2
Increased forefoot volume both vertically and horizontally. The first set of lacing eyelets have been moved towards the mid foot by 1/2 inch decreasing pinch points on widest part of the forefoot.
Matryx® upper more durable compared the previous Tecton. Additionally, runners who loved the Speedgoat EVO upper will love the Tecton X 2 upper.

Details

Named after the earth's tectonic plates the Men's Hoka Tecton X 2 has an innovative parallel carbon plate system that provides excellent responsiveness while maintaining grip on the lateral and medial sides of the shoe.

The 2nd edition of the Tecton introduces the Matryx® upper runners loved on the Hoka Speedgoat EVO giving it increased breathability while preventing trail debris from entering the shoe. Runner's who loved the original Men's Hoka Tecton X will find the cushioning, foot feel and responsiveness remain the same.

It is the most durable carbon plated trail runner we sell. Runners in Salida, Co have comfortably gotten 400 to 500 miles of use. Additionally, the responsiveness from the carbon plate is useful from 10k to 100 mile distances. If you're looking to PR without sacrificing cushion look no further than the Men's Hoka Tecton X 2.

Technologies

· VIBRAM® Megagrip
Snowy boulders, wet roots, muddy paths – whatever your tackling, VIBRAM® Megagrip is both super-sticky and extra-durable. Combine the tread durability and grip with Hoka cushion and you have a shoe ready to PR any distance.

· VIBRAM® Litebase
The VIBRAM® Litebase outsole drastically reduces 30% of the overall sole weight, through a reduction of the sole thickness by 50%, while retaining the perfect lug depth of 4mm. The total weight of the shoe is only 252g (Men's size 9 US).

·Matryx® Upper
TheMatryx® upper made famous on the Hoka Speedgoat Evo worn by Hoka athlete Jim Walmsley in his record breaking Western States 100 win has now been introduced to the fastest Hoka trail runner on the market. This lightweight and breathable material has the perfect combination of water resistance and ability to prevent fine debris and particulates from entering the shoe. The lay-flat gueeseted tongue stays in place for the entire race ensuring that no chafing occurs on the bottom of the ankle.

·ProFly X™ Midsole
Hoka's most responsive foam underfoot combined with the parallel carbon plates makes this one of the most responsive carbon plated trail runners available. The Men's Hoka Tecton X 2 is soft on the foot strike and highly responsive on the toe off.

Men's Hoka Tecton X 2 Specs

Heel to Toe drop

5mm

32 mm to 27 mm

252 grams

US Men's Size 9