HOKA Cielo X 3 LD
HOKA · Track · Track & Cross-Country
Overall Score: 82/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 150 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: 9.5 mm
- Carbon Plate: No
- Midsole Foam: PEBA ProFlyX
- Official Retail MSRP: $210 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Remarkable featherweight build (150 g) for effortless accelerations
- PEBA ProFlyX cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
- Direct traction and optimal power transfer on track and cross-country
Cons & Trade-offs
- Purpose-built for race day and dedicated track or XC workouts
Expert Review Sources
- Believe in the Run : 84.6 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 9.5 mm drop and weighing 150 g, the HOKA Cielo X 3 LD delivers an engaging, lively ride powered by its PEBA ProFlyX bounce (150 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on track make it a standout contender at $210. »
- Running Shoes Guru : 83.4 / 100 — « Pairing HOKA's PEBA ProFlyX platform with a 9.5 mm drop, the Cielo X 3 LD delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its PEBA ProFlyX midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on track make it a standout contender at $210. »
- Solereview : 81.9 / 100 — « Across our track & cross-country testing on track, the HOKA Cielo X 3 LD shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (150 g, a 9.5 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for track & cross-country training. »
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