The Clifton 11 GTX takes HOKA's flagship daily trainer and adds a water-resistant, weather-ready upper to deliver smooth cushioning on every run.
Best Use
Surface
Stability
All Women's Road Shoes
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Daily TrainersDaily Trainers
As the broad base of the running shoe pyramid, daily trainers are the definition of a go-to running shoe. They prioritize dependable comfort, support, durability, and routine versatility. They're a staple in every runner's closet. If you're newer to running shoes, you can confidently start your journey here.
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Performance TrainersPerformance Trainers
Performance trainers (or "super trainers") blend elements of daily trainers and super shoes, often giving you the benefits of advanced foams and plates, but adapted for daily training. They make fast runs faster and long runs easier. Highly versatile, many are also great choices as accessible racing shoes.
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Race Super ShoesRace Super Shoes
The pinnacle of the pyramid, super shoes are the fastest running shoes you can buy. They're designed to race your absolute best and are the apex of running shoe technology and innovation. Often built with carbon-fiber plates and cutting-edge superfoams for the highest energy return, they're made for ultimate racing speed.
Women's Running Shoes by Surface
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Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
Road running shoes feature smooth outsoles that are designed for running on paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and bike paths.
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Smooth Trails & FireroadsSmooth Trails & Fireroads
Designed to handle most trail runs, these shoes prioritize comfort and a smooth ride. These shoes are great for anything from smooth singletrack, park trails, and fireroads making them ideal for those who run from their doorstep on streets before hitting the trail.
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Rocky & Technical TrailsRocky & Technical Trails
These shoes are best used for hard, rugged trails such as shale, granite or sandstone where grip on smooth surfaces and underfoot protection are important.
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Soft & Muddy TrailsSoft & Muddy Trails
Designed for use in muddy, soggy conditions, these shoes feature very aggressive outsoles that dig deep into soft ground for exceptional traction.
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Snowy & Icy TrailsSnowy & Icy Trails
These shoes feature technical outsoles designed to grip snowy and icy trails making them ideal for winter trail running.
Stability Level
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Neutral Running Shoes
Neutral shoes support the foot through a normal range of arch collapse and generally do not have built-in technology to correct movement.
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Stability Running Shoes
Stability shoes are a great option for those who overpronate or need added support. These shoes help to limit the inward rolling motion of the ankle while running or walking and assist in guiding the foot straight through the gait cycle.
At A Glance:
- Smooth, lightweight cushioning rolls through your stride
- Sticky traction pods for all-weather grip
- GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane upper
- Adjustable speed lacing system
Product Highlights:
If you've been outside in the last few years, there's a 99% chance you've seen a HOKA Clifton. This is one of the most popular daily trainers out there, and for good reason. HOKA shook up the market with their highly cushioned, rockered trainers, and the Clifton 11 GTX continues the legacy. Now, they're bringing a water-repellent, water-resistant GORE-TEX upper and extra traction underfoot to keep you moving smoothly against the elements.
Most importantly, in this GTX model, the upper is made of a GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane that's designed to keep weather out of the shoe while still maintaining breathability. The shoe is treated for water repellency and is lined with reflective detailing so you remain visible on stormy days. An adjustable speed lacing system makes getting out the door seamless, so you don't have to worry about soggy, soaked laces.
The Clifton 11 uses a familiar, tried-and-true foam underfoot, and plenty of it. A generous pillow of cushioning sits under your heel and rolls through for an effortless stride. This shoe has a built-in system to wrap around the bottom of your foot, hugging and supporting you day after day. With enough cushion for recovery runs and a nice rocker to pick up the pace, the Clifton 11 is one of our favorite multi-tools.
A durable outsole coats the bottom of this shoe, giving a lightweight layer of protection as you spring your way through any training block. With sticky rubber in the forefoot and traction pods lining the outsole, you'll be ready to hit the roads, rain or shine.
When it's time to cruise through daily maintenance mileage and battle the elements, the Clifton 11 GTX is ready to get to work.
Model Number: 1176575-SZD
Specs & FitLearn More
Shoe Specs
- Weight: Coming Soon
- Heel Stack: Coming Soon
- Forefoot Stack: Coming Soon
- Heel-Toe Offset: 8 mm
How We Measure Our Shoe Specs
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We measure every shoe in-house to provide accurate and consistent details.
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Weight
Weight is measured per single shoe, including laces. Men's and unisex styles are based on a men's size 9, and women's styles are based on a women's size 8.
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Heel Stack
The heel stack refers to how high your heel sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Forefoot Stack
Forefoot stack refers to how high the ball of the foot sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Heel-toe Offset
Heel-toe offset (drop) is the difference in height between the heel stack and the forefoot stack. We use the number given to us by the brand.
How We Measure Shoe Fit
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All measurements are based on Medium width. Note: fit is relative to the "average" running shoe.
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We partner with SmartLast, a program by Heeluxe, to use advanced shoe-measuring technology, to provide objective measurements for toe box, midfoot, and heel widths as well as overall length.
Stack Height
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MinimalMinimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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LowLow
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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MediumMedium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that falls near the middle of the spectrum. The shoes in this category are versatile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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MaximalMaximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- CMEVA foam provides a reliable, cushioned transition
- MetaRocker offers a smooth transition through every stride
- Rearfoot-focused Active Foot Frame wraps your foot for support and premium comfort
OUTSOLE
- Durable abrasion rubber is durable enough to pound out miles for the long haul
- Sticky rubber is added in the forefoot to keep your toe-off grippy
- Traction pods are added to adapt to the weather, rain or shine
UPPER
- GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane seals out the elements and is finished with a PFC-free/PFAS-free water repellency treatment
- Adjustable speed lace with toggle keeps lacing and locking down quick and easy
- Closed mesh upper offers breathability where you need it, without letting the elements get into your shoe
