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HOKA Women’s Clifton PRO Running Shoes

 

Turn up the pace in the HOKA Women’s Clifton PRO Running Shoes – a faster, more responsive evolution of the iconic Clifton, designed for runners who want everyday cushioning with an extra injection of speed.

 

Taking the smooth, comfortable DNA that has made the Clifton one of HOKA’s most popular running shoes, the Clifton PRO pushes the platform in a more performance-focused direction. A new ProGlide™ midsole, updated rocker geometry and premium construction create a livelier, more energetic ride that’s ready for everything from everyday miles to tempo runs and faster training.

 

The result is a versatile women’s performance running shoe that sits brilliantly between a traditional daily trainer and an aggressive race-day shoe.

 

ProGlide™ Cushioning for a Faster Feel

 

At the heart of the Women’s Clifton PRO is HOKA’s ProGlide™ midsole, designed to provide a smooth yet responsive ride with more energy underfoot than the traditional Clifton.

 

The cushioning remains comfortable and protective enough for regular training, but the Clifton PRO feels more lively when you increase the pace.

 

HOKA has also introduced an updated, more aggressive rocker geometry, encouraging quicker transitions from landing through to toe-off and helping create a smooth, propulsive sensation as you move through your stride.

 

Importantly, there’s no carbon plate. This gives the Clifton PRO a more natural and versatile feel than a traditional carbon-plated racing shoe while still providing the responsiveness needed for faster running.

 

From Daily Miles to Tempo Runs

 

Versatility is where the HOKA Clifton PRO really shines.

 

It’s cushioned enough to handle your regular training miles but responsive enough for tempo runs, progression runs, faster workouts and race day.

 

That makes it a brilliant choice for runners who don’t want a huge shoe rotation. Instead of having one shoe for everyday running and another for every faster session, the Clifton PRO can comfortably cover both.

 

A breathable engineered mesh upper helps keep the foot comfortable, while the premium comfort collar creates a secure fit around the heel.

 

Underneath, a podular outsole design combines with Durabrasion rubber in high-wear areas to provide the durability needed for regular training.

 

Why we love the HOKA Clifton PRO

 

• ProGlide™ midsole for a smooth and responsive ride

• More energetic underfoot feel than the standard Clifton

• Updated, more aggressive rocker geometry

• Encourages smooth and efficient heel-to-toe transitions

• No carbon plate for a more natural, versatile ride

• Cushioned enough for everyday training

• Responsive enough for tempo runs and faster sessions

• Breathable engineered mesh upper

• Premium comfort collar

• Podular outsole design

• Durabrasion rubber in high-wear areas

• Reflective detailing

• Brilliant crossover between a daily trainer and faster running shoe

• Suitable for both training and racing

 

Who is the HOKA Women’s Clifton PRO for?

 

The Women’s HOKA Clifton PRO is ideal for neutral runners who love a cushioned running shoe but want something with more energy and responsiveness when they pick up the pace.

 

If you enjoy the comfort of a traditional daily trainer but find it feels a little flat during tempo runs or faster sessions, the Clifton PRO is designed to bridge that gap.

 

It’s particularly well suited to daily training, steady runs, tempo sessions, progression runs and faster workouts, while also being a great non-carbon option for race day.

 

Clifton 11 or Clifton PRO?

 

Think of the Clifton 11 as the everyday all-rounder and the Clifton PRO as its faster sibling.

 

Choose the Clifton 11 if your priority is easy running, recovery sessions and comfortable everyday mileage.

 

Choose the Clifton PRO if you still want plenty of cushioning but prefer a more responsive, energetic and performance-focused ride that can handle faster training.

 

For runners searching for a women’s lightweight cushioned running shoe that can train and race, the HOKA Clifton PRO offers a seriously versatile package.

 

Best for: Everyday running, tempo runs, progression runs, faster training and racing

Runner type: Neutral

Cushioning: Responsive / cushioned

Midsole: HOKA ProGlide™

Plate: No carbon plate

Drop: 8mm

Stack height: 38mm heel / 30mm forefoot

Weight: Approx. 242g (Women’s US 8)

Upper: Breathable engineered mesh

Outsole: Durabrasion rubber with podular design