Is the Clifton 11 Gore-Tex worth it over the regular Clifton 11?

If you run or commute in rain often, yes. The waterproof membrane and water-repellent coating keep feet dry, but you pay more and carry extra weight.

How does it fit compared with earlier Cliftons?

It fits like the standard Clifton 11, with a roomy toe box and a secure midfoot. The waterproof upper feels slightly stiffer at first.

Less so. The GORE-TEX upper blocks water and also traps heat, so it suits cool and wet conditions better than summer running.

It has a 42 mm stack and an 8 mm heel-to-toe drop, the same geometry as the standard Clifton 11.

Only on light gravel or packed paths. The Durabrasion outsole is designed for pavement, not technical trails.

The best new price was $174.95 at Zappos as of November 7, 2026. Watch for end-of-season color clearances, when waterproof models usually drop.

At Zappos, for $174.95, as of our latest check.

7 stores we checked sell it, including Zappos, Triathlete Sports, Dick's Sporting Goods, Nordstrom, Scheels.

$174.95at ZapposObserved at 1:04 PM

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