Speedgoat 5 Mid GTX

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UOG TOP PICK - Speedgoat 5 Mid GTX The Speedgoat 5 mid GTX is a highly cushioned hiking boot with a grippy Vibram sole and a Gore-Tex membrane to keep your feet dry. It is comfortable and supportive, with a well-cushioned heel cup and a flat tongue that ensures a tight fit. One of our top picks!

Hoka One One says: 

Grippy. Cushioned. Trailblazer.  A workhorse for sloppy, wet conditions, the Speedgoat 5 Mid GTX is built with the same GORE-TEX membrane as its lower profile counterpart, along with a soft heel tab to accommodate the Achilles and flexible collar for extra ankle support. Grounded in Vibram® Megagrip with Traction Lug for enhanced grip on loose soil, this trail icon employs a foot-cradling heel bolster, rubber toe cap, and gusseted tongue to keep trail debris at bay.

Our Verdict

The Speedgoat 5 mid GTX are an upgrade to one of the more popular trail shoes on the market, utilising Hoka’s trademark well-cushioned midsole and a tried and tested Vibram sole; these work well, on the road or on the trail, in wet and dry, weather ascending or descending.  

I like the higher-heel cup; it’s well-cushioned, incredibly comfortable, and supportive around the ankle . The flat tongue ensures an excellent tight fit.

The Gore-Tex membrane has done a good job of keeping my feet dry; however, water will get over the top if you’re in seriously boggy ground.

- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

UPPER

• Vegan
• Engineered Jacquard recycled content mesh
• Anatomical Achilles construction
• Protective toe rand

MIDSOLE

• CMEVA midsole
• Heel pull tab

OUTSOLE

• Vibram® MegaGrip with traction lug
• 5mm lugs

Specifications

• UK 8 (per shoe) weighs: 336g
• 33mm Heel
• 29mm Forefoot

Material & Construction

• EVA Midsole and Upper

Help & advice:

• Choosing Hiking Footwear
• What is Gore-Tex Fabric?
• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear