HOKA Arahi vs Gaviota - Which one to choose?
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- Опубліковано 26 вер 2023
- Discover how the HOKA Arahi 6 and HOKA Gaviota 5 stability running shoes stack up against each other in terms of support, fit and feel - and how to choose between them.
Soft cushioning and stability are in abundance in the HOKA Gaviota, featuring H-Frame support and a thick stack of plush cushioning for exceptional comfort on slow to steady paced runs, and long runs.
Featuring J-Frame support, the lighter, firmer and more responsive feeling Arahi excels over a variety of paces, offering increased versatility.
If you like to wear different stability shoes for specific runs, there’s definitely a place for both the Gaviota and Arahi in your shoe rotation.
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About Finlay: Finlay is Run4It’s Training and Development Manager. He’s been with the business for over a decade and has extensive knowledge of running shoe technology, innovations and advances, and their effects on running economy and performance. When he’s not talking about running shoes, he enjoys training and racing.
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Thanks for the insight! Now I know which one to choose. 😊
Thanks for your comment. Very glad to hear to it was helpful 😁. Good luck with your running.
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I have the Arahi 6, and I also want the Gaviota. If I had the Gaviota, I'd want the Arahi as well. I like these stability models from Hoka, but I hope they could improve on the colors with their upcoming models. For my 2nd pair of Hokas, I chose their Ora 3 recovery slides instead. I still plan on owning a pair of Gaviotas, but it depends.
I agree. The gaviota 5 costs TOO MUCH to have such limited color options. If I spend that much on a shoe I'd like to be able to get excited about how it looks. The arahi 6 and 7 both have some nice color options. But the Gaviota 5, not so much. 🤦🏽♂️
Useful review. Very important point about fit around 8:00. I would definitely require the wider Gaviota 5.. No chance I can manage the typical tight Hoka toe. If anybody can contrast the G5 against shoes like the Asics Kayano 30, and my old reliable 'NB More v3', I would certainly be all ears for that, as well.
Altra makes stability shoes also, all with a wider toe than any Hoka.
Conclusion is I need to buy both arahi and gaviota 😂. Rotate both shoes for longer lifespan 💯
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Recently purchased a pair of Arahi 6s and struggling with them. My right foot is OK but on my left foot the arch support is causing discomfort. Gaviota model sounds like it might be more ideal for me. Currently run in asics pheonix. A useful video, thanks
Hi there. The Gaviota 5 may work better than the Arahi for you as the arch area should feel more cushioned. However, you may want to try the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23 and ASICS GT-2000 12. Both models tend to work well when there's distinct differences between the feet.
@@run4itgreat advice, I will try and find some local stockists to try them out
I’ve run in Arahi and Brooks Glycerin GTS. I love my brooks for treadmill runs. My Hokas seem to do better outside. I’m wondering if the Graviotas would be a good choice? I like a more neutral shoe with some stability but I have narrow feet…what do you recommend? The recent reviews of Arahi 7 are not positive.
Hi. The Gaviota are likely to fit wider than the Arahi and Glycerin GTS. If you have narrow feet, you might find they're too broad in the toe box. You could look at the following models:
-On Cloudrunner 2: the holistic support system is very close to the type of support you are referencing. They're upper is not narrow, but it should be comparable to the Arahi and Glycerin GTS.
-Nike InfinityRN 4: the midsole shaping offers a small amount of extra support, and again, should suit your preference. They also have a prominent rocker. The Flyknit upper should offer a sock like fit, that could work well for your foot shape.
Hope this helps.
Which is best for flat footed individuals who run Arahi or Gaviota?
Hi! Thanks for this review! I am about to run an Ultra Marathon 100 kilometers on the road. I need stable shoes as I over pronate. I hesitate between the Arahi 6 (or 7) and the Gaviota 5. Which model would you recommend to complete such a long distance and keep the feet as good as possible along the way? Valuing your advice 😊
Hi - thanks for your question. We've got a review coming very soon (this week) on the Arahi 7. If it helps, they feature the same midsole as the 6. We would 100% recommend the Gaviota 5. While the Arahi 6 (and 7), offer great cushioning, they don't feel as protective or as cushioned as the Gaviota 5. As a result, they should help reduce the load on your feet and legs to a greater extent.
Good luck in the Ultra Marathon. That's an amazing effort.
Im thorn between bondi 8 and Gaviota 5. I have a job that requires a lot of standinf, im also a bit heavier so which one would u recommend ? Thanks much appreciated
Hi, thanks for your question. Both models are suitable for long periods of standing.
If you have a neutral gait, we’d recommend choosing the Bondi. If your feet and ankles have some instability, the extra support in the Gaviota should offer more comfort.
It’s worth nothing that the additional support in the Gaviota means that they feel slightly firmer than the Bondi. As a result, they are unlikely to feel as comfortable as the Bondi if you don’t need the extra support. However, if your feet need the extra support, this should increase your comfort levels.
@run4it Thanks a lot, and btw great video and keep it up!
Which Hoka works best for Achilles tendinitis?
Hi, Thanks for the question.
There's no specific HOKA running shoes that are best for Achilles tendinitis. We recommend visiting your local running store to have your gait analysed. They should be able to see which model offers the right support for your feet and ankles.
Which can you recommend for Walking 3 Big Dogs with?
Best to use one of each shoe.
@@jameshussey4900just between the 2
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Very hard heal strike on Gaviota.
How about the Arahi?
Is Gaviota suit for pace 6-7 Long Run ?
Hi. Thanks for your question. The Gaviota are very well cushioned and are great running shoes for longer distances. From a pace perspective, they're best suited to slower paced runs. This is what's relative to your steadier to faster paces.
@@run4it Noted, thank you👌
Is Gaviota good for heavy beginner runners?
Hi - thanks for your question. The Gaviota 5 offer maximum levels of underfoot protection, so may feel better than lesser cushioned equivalents if there’s more weight going through the midsole.
Additionally, the midsole isn’t ultra soft - meaning the cushioning feels very stable. Sometimes very soft midsoles can be less stable if more weight is going through the cushioning.
The Gaviota are suitable for any range of ability. Especially if you’re building up your running. Good luck with your running.
@@run4it Thank you soooo much for your response. Will pick up my pair this week and going to start with long walks first and later, hopefully will be able to proceed with slow runs.
My right foot tends to tip inward when I run. I run relatively slowly and like to have a smooth running feeling.
is the gaviota the better choice for me?
Thanks for your comment. The H-Frame support in the Gaviota should work well for runners who have differences between their feet. The support should help stabilise your right foot without inhibiting your left. This has the potential to work better for you than the J-Frame support in the Arahi, as that may over support your left foot.
The Gaviota are more cushioned than the Arahi and have a more pronounced curve from heel to toe (rocker). This means the transition from landing to take-off is likely to feel smoother and more fluid. While both models are great for slower runs, the extra cushioning in the Gaviota should offer the most comfort for slower paced runs. Hope this helps.
gaviota the better alternative for kayano 30?
Hi - thanks for your question. It depends on your biomechanics and how you'd like the cushioning to feel. The Gaviota and Kayano could work equally as well as one another from a support perspective. However, they're likely to feel quite different from a cushioning perspective. Even though they're both max-cushioning running shoes. the Kayano are likely to feel softer and plusher underfoot than the Gaviota.