Hoka Kaha 2 GTX Price:$240 Weight:2 lbs. 4.6 oz. (men’s size 9) Waterproof:Yes (GTX) What we like:Backpacking-ready with a protective and durable leather construction. What we don’t:Surprisingly firm underfoot, too-short tongue, and polarizing looks. ...
For that purpose, the Hoka Kaha 2 GTX proved to be a much more reliable option. Cushioning Heel stack Our calliper shows that the boot's stack height is 36.9 mm in the heel. That's a pretty standard amount of midsole for this type of hiking footwear. But there is more. The boot ...
Besides the non-waterproof Anacapa Breeze, the Hoka Kaha 2 is the Anacapa’s closest match. A couple of differentiating factors sets the Kaha 2 Low GTX apart. It has a wider Vibram Megagrip outsole, and uses a nearly all-leather upper with a lacing system that offers fit customization. ...
We recommend checking out the Hoka Kaha 2 GTX or the Timberland Sprint Trekker as more snug-fitting alternatives. While the Voyageur Mid's outsole performed relatively well in our durability tests, the fact that it began peeling off within our normal testing window raises questions regarding ...
We tried Hoka’s Kaha 2 GTX hiking boots, and they’re the perfect blend of support and weight.
Unlike when I wear a sturdier hiking boot such as Hoka’s Kaha 2 GTX, the ball of my foot often wavered from side to side in rough off-trail conditions, which tired out my ankle stabilizing muscles much quicker than usual. If I knew I’d be slogging up high mountain slopes without ...