The HOKA Tecton X 4 is a premium carbon-plated trail racing shoe with lightweight, responsive foam to tackle ultramarathons, set records, and chase PRs on technical terrain.
Best Use
Surface
Stability
Men's Trail Running Shoes
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Daily Trainer TrailDaily Trainer Trail
Daily Trainer Trail running shoes are reliable and versatile. They're great for a broad range of surfaces and are used by beginner and advanced trail runners alike. They're approachable and durable, so you can confidently start or continue your trail running journey here.
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Max Cushion TrailMax Cushion Trail
Max Cushion Trail shoes deliver ultimate underfoot protection and comfort. They most often have thicker or plusher cushioning, making them great for training and running longer distances with improved protection for your soles and joints.
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Performance Trail | Sub-UltraPerformance Trail | Sub-Ultra
Performance Trail running shoes are nimble, agile, and fast. Typically lightweight and lower to the ground, they're the choice for many who run sub-ultra (less than 50K) trail races. They're also great if you want a fast and free experience, letting you feel more connected on technical terrain.
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Super Trail | Race UltraSuper Trail | Race Ultra
Super Trail shoes are built for optimized performance over the longest distances. Often seen on the feet of the best trail racers in the world, you don't have to be elite to benefit from the pinnacle technology in these shoes. Whether racing an ultra or just looking for an energy assist, Super Trail shoes deliver the most trail performance.
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.
Stack Height
Stack height refers to how much shoe is between your foot and the ground. For this category, we reference the amount of material below the forefoot, as the heel height will be equal to or greater than the forefoot height.
Learn more about stack heights and how we measure them.-
Minimal
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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Low
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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Medium
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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High
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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Maximal
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.
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:
- Two layers of light, responsive PEBA foam
- Parallel carbon plates increase pop
- Matryx upper for enhanced breathability and drainage
- Vibram Megagrip Litebase outsole with 4mm Traction Lugs
Product Highlights:
Did someone say ultramarathon? The HOKA Tecton X 4 is a pinnacle trail racing shoe equipped with super foam, parallel carbon plates, and premium materials to push you to personal bests on the trail.
Underfoot, you'll experience a full stack of PEBA, HOKA's lightest and most resilient foam to provide consistent bounce over the long haul. Sandwiched between layers of foam are parallel carbon plates to increase the shoe's overall pop and energy return. By having separate plates, the Tecton X 4 maintains the rigidity we expect while adding an adaptable setup that remains stable and responsive regardless of the terrain underfoot.
A great midsole is nothing without a trustworthy outsole to hold everything together. In terms of traction, this shoe is equipped with Vibram Megagrip Litebase, balancing lightweight durability and reliable traction. With 4mm Traction Lugs, the Tecton X 4 is set to summit mountains, navigate tricky downhills, and manage whatever technical terrain you stumble across.
Wrapping the shoe together is a Matryx Micro textile upper, offering durable, breathable, and drainable structure around your foot. Built into the forefoot is a dynamic vamp that can stretch and expand with your feet as they swell over time, which is always welcome as those long miles pile up. To provide a sock-like finish and keep debris out, there's a gaiter-like extended knit collar that blends your foot and the shoe together.
When you're looking to explore new or old trails at record speed, the HOKA Tecton X 4 is ready to crush PRs.
Model Number: 1176632-FNTN
Specs & FitLearn More
Shoe Specs
- Weight: Coming Soon
- Heel Stack: Coming Soon
- Forefoot Stack: Coming Soon
- Heel-Toe Offset: 5 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
- Dual-Layer PEBA foam is light, resilient, and provides excellent energy return over the long haul.
- Speed-centric MetaRocker geometry helps roll you through each stride, keeping you on the move.
- Parallel Carbon Fiber Plates provide rigidity and adaptive responsiveness, and an extra pop in your stride.
OUTSOLE
- Vibram Megagrip Litebase with 4mm Traction Lugs provides excellent traction, durability, and confidence across any terrain.
UPPER
- Matryx Micro textile upper is light, durable, and highly breathable.
- Gaiter-like extended knit collar keeps out debris and provides a sock-like fit around your ankle.
- Dynamic Vamp adapts and stretches to maintain a secure fit while stretching as your feet swell.
