The Clifton 9 is Hoka's everyday neutral trainer, built on a thick compression-molded EVA foam midsole with an early-stage Meta-Rocker that rolls the foot forward. The engineered knit upper and gusseted tongue keep the fit secure, and the Durabrasion rubber outsole adds durability. Against the Clifton 8 it gains stack height while shedding a few grams, and it stays softer and more cushioned than firmer neutral rivals like the Brooks Ghost or ASICS Cumulus. It suits runners and walkers who want maximum cushioning without a stiff ride.
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Owners rate the Clifton 9 very highly, praising its soft cushioning and smooth rocker for daily runs and long walks. Complaints center on the soft, less responsive ride at speed and the tall stack that dulls ground feel.
The Hoka Clifton 9 is a men's sneaker made for everyday running and walking. It has a breathable engineered knit upper with a gusseted tongue. The mesh and the polyester laces use recycled content.
The midsole is compression molded EVA foam, and the outsole is Durabrasion rubber. An early stage Meta-Rocker and an inherently stable geometry shape the ride. This version has more stack height and weighs 4 grams less than before.
