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UOG TOP PICK - The Anacapa Breeze Mid hiking shoes offer exceptional comfort with ample cushioning, making them great for both trail running and hiking. They feature a generous midsole and a huge sole with multi-directional lugs for maximum traction on various terrains. One of our Top Picks.
Hoka says:
Back and more breathable than ever, the Anacapa returns with an ultra-ventilated upper and the same sharp focus on sustainability. Engineered for warmer climates, the Breeze Mid adopts a 100% rPET engineered knit upper, lateral Ariaprene® collar, and the same iconic HUBBLE® heel geometry and Vibram® Megagrip outsole that made its predecessor a trail icon.
Why you’ll love it: Count on the same trail-tested comfort, just reworked in a mid profile for warmer temps
Our Verdict
Almost a trail runner and hiking shoe hybrid, the Anacapa Breeze Mid are an updated, more breathable version of the Anacapa. They provide an unparalleled amount of cushion, making them some of the most comfortable shoes to wear mile after mile; they are great on the trail, but I can attest they are also fantastic for the dreaded road walking sections of the route. I myself have walked over 30 miles in a day, over some of the most tedious road walking Scotland has to offer in these, and I was in much better fettle than my walking companions.
The midsole is generous, as is the shoe’s sole, which is huge, and gives you maximum traction; in conjunction with the Vibram megagram, multi-directional lugs, they provide plenty of grip on all terrain.
The mid-top provides a good amount of ankle support, though a low-top version is also available if that is more suited to your walking style.
We have found the sizing to be a little questionable and recommend trying a half-size up for the best results.
These are fantastic hiking and running shoes and excel over varied terrain.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- AIR MESH UPPER WITH 100% RECYLED YARN: For enhanced breathability in warmer climates
- HUBBLE® HEEL GEOMETRY: Designed for smoother heel-to-toe transitions
- SWALLOWTAIL™ HEEL: Forked heel designed for easy adjustment on uneven surfaces
- COMPRESSION MOLDED EVA MIDSOLE: Delivers a balanced, cushioned ride
- VIBRAM® MEGAGRIP OUTSOLE: Provides traction on variable terrain
Specifications
- UK 8 (per shoe) weighs: 396g
- 30mm heel
- 24mm forefoot
Material & Construction
- UPPER: Engineered air mesh with 100% rPET yarns / Recycled polyester materials in collar, mesh, and laces / Anatomical achilles construction / Metal lacing hardware / Molded PU sockliner with 50% SoyBean Oil
- MIDSOLE: Compression molded EVA midsole / Extended heel designed for smooth impact / Late stage Meta-Rocker
- OUTSOLE: Vibram® Megagrip rubber outsole / 5mm lugs
