Hoka Gaviota 5 / New Stability technology / Is it worth it?

What’s going on guys!? Today we have Hokas improved & updated stability shoe..the Gaviota 5. Is the new technology worth it?

This is a first impressions shoe review.

Timestamp
00:00 Start
01:10 Price, weight, specs
01:40 Tongue
02:39 Heel counter
04:11 Upper
06:07 Midsole
08:10 Outsole
08:56 Conclusion

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[hunterg]

What I would love to see is a Gaviota with a vibram outsole. It’s a great shoe but I’ve had it for a month and the outsole is wearing down already!

[quixhiya]

Wanted to try HOKA because of the reputation for narrow shoes. I need a stability shoe. Too bad this one is a wider model. Thanks for saving me the time and effort.m

[troystabenow]

Just converted to Hoka following two Achilles surgeries and gaining a fair amount of weight. When I tried on the Bondi and Clifton, they fit so narrowly / poorly that I said "No!" even as they were put on my feet. The Gaviota 5 is perfect for my wide forefoot but bony heels. I appreciate your review completely as to fit and comfort! My question is what Hoka shoes will fit similarly for other needs. Is there a Gaviotta-5-esque trail shoe? The Speedgoat 6 going to work? What about the Hopara 2 shoe/sandal? Hoka customer support can't even tell me, so I am hoping you have an opinion?

[fidelbanuelos]

Why the change from late-stage meta-rocker to early-stage? That's what I liked about the 3 and 4.

[hepgeoff]

Thanks for this video. The Bondi 8 was way too narrow for me, especially in the toe box, so I was hoping the Gaviota 5 would be a great alternative. The Gaviota is definitely wider in the toe box, but isn't anywhere near as cushioned as the Bondi 8. Hurt my feet on long walks. Looks like I'll stick to my Arahi's.

[RedLine_Vibes]

If you were a newer runner how far would a recommended distance be for running?

[beri]

This review would be much more relatable if a dude with wide feet was doing it. Someone that finds comfort in a 2E or 4E New Balance shoe for instance. Most folks looking at this shoe are considering it for the stability and the wide toe-box. I find the New Balance sloppy at times and I'd like something different.

[atg]

the gaviota 5 is a glorified bondi shoe which is more neutral than stability. removing the j frame and making the sole less supportive.. I am not happy with it at all. I wish they just refreshed the 4 lol this isnt even gaviota anymore

[howardrobinson]

Yes. Yes. PLENTY (key word) of rubberized outsole. Misleading dude. That the rubberized outsole goes all the way around the perimeter is one thing...but doesn't qualify it for the use of "plenty". Plenty would refer to the actual thickness of the outsole that gives an outsole its longevity. This sole will wear down in no time.