Soft. Smooth. Bliss. Earning its name from the Sunshine Coast’s famous beach break, the Kawana continues to push the boundaries of HOKA foams and geometries. Breaking the mold with a lively new foam that provides solid rebound without packing out, this accessible trainer delivers an incredibly well-balanced ride. A refined SwallowTail™ design that allows for very smooth landing and transition, smoother heel strikes, as well as a modified landing-zone that translates to a smoother transition for runners.
Why you’ll love it: Hoka’s latest foam that gives a great balance in comfort and resiliency.
I bought these shoes primarily for 5-20 km trips alongside the New Balance Rebel v2. The shoes are well cushioned, but the feel of the sole is maintained. The feel of these shoes is considerably sturdier than similar shoes I've tried from Adidas or Nike. Instead of five stars, I give these four stars because, at least with thinner socks, the insoles of the shoes feel unnecessarily rough on the soles of the feet through the socks. No problem with slightly thicker socks.