I've just put in a couple of mediumish road outings in my new Hokas and they feel fine but I haven't had any road to Damascus moment yet. A full size up over Inov8s and Asics fits me well - proper long distance remains to be seen. Am thinking of using them for MCN Brecon 40 in December.

As far as price goes, Hoka enthusiasts seem to be more or less unanimous in claiming they get a good 50% more miles out of a pair compared to other shoes and if that's right then the price compares favourably to my usual road, trail and fell shoes (Gel Cumulus, Roclite, Mudclaw)

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