"The HOKA Bondi 8 maintains its classic maximal cushioning suitable for longer runs."
maximal
cushioning
daily training
"The HOKA Bondi 8 features exceptional cushioning that surpasses most running shoes, providing a plush experience."
cushioning
foam
plush
comfort
"The shoe has a highly cushioned feel, ideal for recovery runs."
highly cushioned
comfort
recovery
"The Hoka Bondi 8 offers excellent cushioning for long runs, making it ideal for comfort during extended sessions."
cushioned
long runs
comfort
"The Hoka Bondi 8 offers exceptional cushioning and support for walking and running."
"These shoes provide an excellent level of cushioning that enhances comfort while running or walking."
"The Bondi 8 features an exceptional amount of cushioning, making it comfortable for all-day wear."
comfort
cushioning
all-day wear
"The shoe provides exceptional cushioning, making it highly comfortable for long-distance running."
cushioning
comfort
long-distance
"The Hoka Bondi 8 maintains a familiar feel thanks to its compression-molded EVA midsole."
EVA
familiar feel
cushioning
"The shoe features a lighter and softer midsole foam which enhances the running experience."
"The shoe has a sufficiently cushioned midsole that provides a pleasant landing experience."
"The Bondi 8 is exceptionally cushioned, which provides a high level of comfort."
"The Bondi 8 features a firmer foam that provides stability while remaining softer than many competitors."
"The Hoka Bondi 8 provides exceptional cushion for a smooth ride during runs."
high-cushion
smooth ride
comfortable
"The cushioning is soft and provides excellent shock absorption."
cushioning
shock absorption
comfort
"The cushioning of the HOKA Bondi 8 is exceptional, providing an incredibly soft feel during runs."
"The midsole of the Bondi 8 is notably plush, providing comfort from the first step."
"Compared to its predecessors, the Bondi 8 has a softer feel which enhances the cushioning experience."
soft
cushioning
improvement
"The updated midsole has been described as softer and more plush, enhancing the overall comfort."
"The Bondi 8 features ultra-cushioned foam that enhances running comfort."
"The foam in the Clifton 9 offers a softer feel compared to the Bondi."
"The Hoka Bondi 8 features exceptional cushioning that provides a very comfortable running experience."
"The Hoka Bondi 8 provides a super plush cushioning experience."
"The shoe offers a plush ride, making it comfortable for extended use, especially on easy days."
comfort
cushion
reliability
"The Bondi 8 has a soft and plush feel, making it ideal for long recovery runs."
recovery
long runs
marathon
"The shoe has a reputation for being very plush in cushioning, which can provide comfort during daily runs and walks."
"The Hoka Bondi 8 features a plush and protective underfoot experience."
cushioning
comfort
protection
"The midsole has been reformulated to provide a softer, more plush experience compared to the previous model."
"The cushioning foam delivers a plush and cushy experience."
"The Glide+ foam offers an exceptional level of cushioning and responsiveness."
cushioning
responsiveness
softness
"The Glide+ foam midsole enhances the shoe's overall softness and stability feel."
Glide+ foam
softness
stability
"The shoe is equipped with a new softer and lighter foam that contributes to a cushioned ride."
soft
lightweight
cushioning
"The Bondi features exceptional cushioning due to its abundant foam underfoot."
"The new foam in the Bondi 8 provides a lighter and softer feel, enhancing overall comfort during runs."
"The midsole foam has been reformulated to enhance softness and resilience."
"The Glide Plus foam provides a lighter and less mushy feel, enhancing the running experience."
"The Bondi 8 features moderate heel and forefoot stack heights, contributing to comfort without sacrificing performance."
"The cushioning provided by the shoe is described as being ample and comfortable for longer runs."
"The shoe features a substantial 37mm stack height that contributes to soft cushioning."
cushioning
stack height
max cushion
"The Bondi 8 offers excellent cushioning with a high stack height."
Bondi 8
cushioning
stack height
"The high stack height offers maximum cushioning, providing comfort for recovery runs."
"The Bondi 8 features ultra-soft cushioning, making it extremely comfortable for long runs."
cushioning
comfort
long runs
"The Bondi 8 provides an incredibly plush and forgiving ride that enhances comfort during runs."
plush
forgiving
comfortable
ride
"The Hoka Bondi 8 features thick, plush cushioning that provides excellent support."
"The Bondi 8 features a full EVA foam midsole for plush cushioning."
EVA foam
cushioning
comfort
"The midsole retains the classic engineered EVA foam that is both durable and ultra plush, ensuring great cushioning."
EVA foam
durability
cushioning
"The injection molded midsole enhances durability without sacrificing comfort, providing a soft, cushioned feel."
"The updated midsole foam enhances durability compared to previous versions."
durability
cushion
long-lasting
"The cushioning is effective for heavier runners, taking a lot of the beating during runs."
heavy runners
cushioning
impact protection
"The Speed Goat 5 is ultra cushioned and durable for trail running."
"The foam used in the Clifton 9 is suitable for longer runs."
"The Bondi 8 features a more stylish and resilient midsole that improves energy return."
style
energy return
resilience
"The Bondi's midsole design allows for efficient energy return during runs."
"The new foam technology in the Bondi 8 offers a lively and responsive feel while retaining softness."
"The shoe provides excellent impact absorption, making it a great choice for runners with knee or ankle issues."
knee pain
ankle support
cushioning
"The resilient foam midsole effectively absorbs impact, helping to protect the legs from fatigue."
impact absorption
leg fatigue
long-distance
"The shoes maintain their ability to absorb impact effectively, which is essential for protecting the feet during longer runs."
"The cushioning in the Hoka Bondi 8 significantly reduces impact on the knees, ankles, and hips during runs."
cushioning
stability
support
"The Hoka Bondi 8 is considered one of the most cushioned shoes available in the running industry."
cushioning
running
maximalist
"The new crash pad provides better transitions and a softer feel compared to previous models."
transition
softness
enhancements
"The updated midsole utilizes more resilient EVA-based foam, which contributes to the overall soft experience while running."
resilient
softness
cushioning
"The modified midsole foam is designed to be lighter than previous versions of the bondi, enhancing the running experience."
lightweight
soft foam
modified midsole
"The shoe surprisingly feels lightweight despite its thick midsole, making it easy to run in."
lightweight
comfort
cushion
"The HOKA Clifton 9 provides a lighter feel, making it ideal for shorter runs or faster paces."
"The shoes feature a soft, thick sole that provides excellent cushioning, ensuring comfort over long distances."
softness
impact absorption
long distance
"The Bondi 8 offers exceptional cushion that is beneficial for knee health."
cushioning
knee support
comfort
"The shoe features a reworked foam sole that enhances comfort and reduces impact."
foam
heel geometry
impact reduction
"The Hoka Bondi 8 offers superior cushioning, significantly reducing impact on joints during runs."
joint protection
long distance
"The Bondi 8 features an exceptional level of cushioning, making it great for those with achy feet."
"The Bandai 8 has a softer midsole that dissipates impact effectively during mid-stance and propulsion."
soft foam
dissipation
mid-stance
"The Hoka Bandai 8 features excellent impact protection suitable for easy or recovery runs."
cushioning
impact protection
recovery runs
"The Bondi 8 serves as a highly protective recovery shoe, ensuring excellent cushioning."
recovery
comfort
cushioning
"The HOKA Bondi 8 offers superior cushioning, providing notable protection for the legs during runs."
"The shoe is designed for maximum protection on pavements, making it ideal for road running."
road running
max protection
"Although it has a high stack height, the midsole remains efficient and does not hinder performance."
"The shoe offers a maximum amount of cushioning, making it comfortable for long distances."
cushioning
long distance
comfort
"The Hoka Bondi 8 features maximum cushioning, providing superior comfort during runs."
"The cushioning is firm yet responsive, appealing to a broad range of runners."
"The midsole foam offers a nice balance between firmness and support for long runs."
midsole foam
support
long runs
"The shoe features effective shock absorption, which aids recovery from injuries."
"The ultralight cushioned midsole provides support, comfort, and maximal shock absorption."
support
comfort
shock absorption
"Both shoes offer ample cushioning, making them suitable for longer runs."
max cushion
long runs
daily trainers
"The shoe maintains a maximum-cushioned feel despite having a stack height that seems low compared to competitors."
"The shoe provides a stable yet forgiving base for foot strikes, improving the overall running experience."
"The Bondi 8's cushioning effectively absorbs shock, alleviating discomfort in knees during physical activity."
shock absorption
joint support
"The Hoka Bondi 8 is praised for its effective cushioning that provides support for easy runs."
easy runs
max cushion
comfort
"The HOKA Bondi 8 offers exceptional cushioning with a new midsole foam."
midsole foam
cushioning
soft ride
"The cushioning in the shoe is noted to be substantial, aiding in a comfortable run."
"The Bondi 8 offers supreme cushioning that is ideal for road runs."
cushion
road running
plush feel
"The Hoka Bondi 8 offers a significant amount of cushioning, which is beneficial for recovery runs."
"The shoe provides excellent cushioning for runs over long distances."
long distance
stack height
"The extended heel geometry enhances the landing experience, leading to smoother transitions."
heel geometry
smoother landing
"The Bondi 8 features exceptional cushioning that enhances comfort during long runs."
cushioning
comfort
long-distance
"The shoe is lightweight, which adds to the overall comfort during various activities."
lightweight
performance
constructed
"The Bondi 8 features the maximum amount of cushioning ensuring a plush running experience."
"The Bondi 8 is designed as a max cushion neutral shoe, emphasizing its cushioning and overall comfort."
max cushion
neutral
comfort
"The Hoka Bondi 8 offers exceptional cushioning, making it ideal for recovery runs."
cushioning
comfort
recovery
"The Clifton 8 features a soft cushion that contributes to a comfortable running experience, often described as 'walking on a cloud'."
comfort
cloud feeling
cushioning
"The rear Crash Pad provides a very soft and balanced ride from heel strike to forefoot transition, enhancing the running experience."
balanced ride
heel strike
forefoot transition
"The midsoles of both shoes provide a comfortable ride without feeling unstable during runs."
comfortable ride
foam
midsoles
"The Hoka Bondi 8 features a new EVA foam that offers a balanced combination of softness and responsiveness, enhancing the running experience during easy and recovery runs."
EVA foam
softness
responsiveness
"The Glide Plus foam used in the Bondi 8 is designed to be lighter and more responsive compared to its predecessor."
Glide Plus
foams
lightweight
responsive
"The Mach 5 is a fun shoe that feels responsive and lively."
"The new foam compound in the Bondi 8 enhances its softness and lightness."
"The cushioned feel improves after a short break-in period, making the shoes feel better over time."
break-in
initial feel
improvement
"The Hoka Bondi 8 offers an exceptional amount of cushioning, making it ideal for recovery runs and long hours on your feet."
cushioning
comfort
recovery
"The Hoka Bondi 8 features high max cushioning for a soft running experience."
max cushioning
softness
daily trainer
"The Hoka Bondi 8 offers a substantial amount of cushioning, making it ideal for comfortable runs."
"The Bondi 8 features a significant stack height which provides exceptional cushioning."
cushioning
stack height
max cushion
"The Bondi 8 is notable for its extreme cushioning, providing comfort over long distances."
cushioning
comfort
long distance
"The shoe features softer and lighter foams that enhance responsiveness without compromising comfort."
lightweight
soft
mushy feel
"The shoe is designed with EVA foam that offers a comfortable feel during runs."
EVA foam
comfort
cushioning
"The shoe offers a plush feel, which is essential for long runs and recovery."
plushness
max cushion
long runs
"The shoe features thick soles, enhancing the cushioning experience further."
"The Bondi 8 offers additional cushioning, ideal for recovery and easy runs."
Bondi 8
cushioning
recovery runs
"The Bondi 8 offers a super soft and plush ride, making it great for comfort during long distances."
"The V Olympus 2 offers a lighter feel due to its bouncy midsole."
bouncy midsole
lightweight
cushioning
"Both shoes provide excellent cushion and are suitable for all-day wear."
"The heel of the Bondi 8 provides a softer yet more stable feel compared to the Bondi 7."
"Customers report improved cushioning and support in the midfoot area."
"The Hoka Bondi 8 provides exceptional cushioning for long runs, helping to reduce load on the forefoot."
cushioning
forefoot support
rocker sole
"The shoe excels in shock absorption due to its thick foam layer."
shock absorption
joints protection
foam design
"The bulky foam in the middle layer reduces pressure on joints."
joint pressure
knee support
comfortable cushioning
"The shoe provides excellent arch support, preventing fatigue over long distances."
fatigue prevention
arch design
comfort over distance
"The cushioning lacks softness and bounce, making the ride feel firm."
cushioning
ride
responsiveness
"The foam in the Bondi 8 is firmer than expected, which may not appeal to everyone."
"The cushioning feels firmer than expected, which might not be preferable for all runners."
"The foam offers a firm and lifeless feel rather than the expected plushness."
foam quality
cushioning
comfort
"The cushioning may be firmer than expected based on the product claims."
cushion firmness
max cushion
softness
"The shoe feels firmer than expected."
"Improvements in lighter weight have resulted in firmer foam, losing the shoe's original softness."
loss of softness
firm
uncomfortable
"The reviewer found the cushioning to be firmer than expected, lacking the advertised 'Ultra cushion' feel."
cushioning
expectations
feel
"The cushioning feels firmer than expected, potentially affecting comfort."
"The shoe's firmness was more than expected, which may not suit all runners looking for plushness."
shock absorption
max cushion
comfort
"The shoe's stack height feels taller than advertised, which may be misleading."
stack height
misleading
cushioning
"The soft stack height may be excessive for some runners."
cushioning
stack height
softness
"The stack height doesn't match up to current maximalist shoe standards."
cushioning
heel
comparison
standards
"While updated for comfort, some runners may still desire a softer experience."
cushioning
comfort
preference
"The Bondi 8's foam may not provide the softness that some runners seek in max-cushioned shoes."
"The shoe might feel too soft for some runners, lacking adequate ground response."
cushioning
ground response
"The cushioning can hinder faster paces due to its softness."
"The description of the Clifton 8's softness may mislead runners who expect a firmer pillow-like feel from other shoes."
"The Bondi 8 is not as soft as some other Hoka models, leading to a less cushioned feel compared to expectations."
"While the cushioning is adequate, it isn't plush enough for those who prefer a softer feel."
"The foam does not provide sufficient cushioning for an enjoyable run."
bland
non-responsive
disappointing
"While the shoe has a decent amount of cushioning, it lacks softness compared to competitors."
firmness
cushioning
comparison
"The shoe may feel too soft for some runners."
"The Bondi 8's cushioning is perceived as too soft, impacting overall performance."
nonresilient
cushioning
performance
"The Clifton 9 foam feels too soft for some runners."
"There is a desire for more bounce from the midsole, as it does not deliver the expected energy return."
"The maximum cushioning may not be suitable for trail running."
cushioning
trail suitability
"The foam used lacks liveliness compared to competing brands' technologies, affecting responsiveness."
"The midsole lacks bounce compared to other ultramax cushion shoes, potentially lessening energy return."
energy return
bounce
comfort
"The Bondi 8 may not alleviate all knee issues for every runner."
knee pain
cushioning
impact
"The shoe does not provide an immediate soft feel upon stepping in."
softness
step-in feel
expectations
"The cushioning lacks responsiveness, energy return, and springiness."
"The midsole's cushioning may not fit each runner's preferred feel for responsiveness."
cushioning
shock absorption
"The new foam does not deliver the expected improvement in responsiveness and bounce."
"The shoe's thick EVA foam, while soft, does not provide a fun or exciting ride."
"The overall cushion may feel too oversized for some."
"The thinner midsole of the Clifton does not provide as much protection as the Bondi, leading to potential discomfort over longer runs."
midsole
lightweight
cushioning
"Overall cushioning fails to dampen landings effectively."
landing comfort
performance
"The shoe's cushioning may feel too excessive for some runners."
"The Bondi 8 may not provide the plush, sinking softness expected upon first wear."
softness
initial feel
cushioning
"The extra cushioning leads to a lower energy return, making them less responsive."
low energy return
responsiveness
"Despite being advertised as mid cushion, the Clifton 8 may not provide enough cushion for some runners looking for maximum comfort."
"Cushioning may take time to break in for optimal comfort."
cushioning
comfort
break-in period
"The Bondi feels overly cushioned and may disconnect the runner from the ground."
cushioning
ground response
"The midsole lacks bounce and energy return compared to other ultramax cushion shoes."
"The previous version felt 'dead' compared to the new model."
previous version
cushioning
dead feel
"The midsole foam is described as 'middling' and not particularly exciting."
"The initial impression of the shoe left the reviewer disappointed, hoping for more cushioning."
"The reviewer did not find the midsole softening even after the initial run, indicating potential issues going forward."
midsole
softening
performance
"The shoe may feel overly cushioned for some runners."
"The cushioning in the Bondi is more traditional, which may not provide as much bounce."
traditional foam
cushioning
bounce
"The shoe lacks sufficient cushioning for long distances."
cushioning
long distance
comfort
