HOKA Clifton Pro
Meet the New HOKA Clifton Pro at Confluence Running
Some running shoes are built for race day. Others are built for recovery. For more than a decade, the Clifton has helped define what runners expect from a cushioned daily trainer. The new HOKA Clifton Pro builds on that foundation with a more energetic ride, updated cushioning, and refined transitions designed to help every mile feel smoother.
The Clifton Pro will be available for $165 at Confluence Running, the Clifton Pro is ready for everything from easy recovery runs to marathon training. Visit your local Confluence Running store or shop online to experience the newest evolution of the Clifton family.
Fit & Feel
The Clifton Pro stays true to the comfort-first philosophy of the Clifton family while introducing a more responsive personality. Reviewers describe the shoe as offering a plush underfoot feel paired with smoother transitions and a more energetic ride than previous Clifton models. The breathable engineered mesh upper wraps the foot comfortably while providing a secure lockdown through the midfoot, making the shoe equally suited for easy miles, long runs, and everyday training.
HOKA also refined the geometry with a more aggressive MetaRocker design that helps guide runners forward through each stride. Instead of feeling overly soft, the Clifton Pro balances cushioning with responsiveness, creating a ride that feels fluid and efficient without losing the comfort Clifton runners have come to expect. Early reviewers consistently note that it feels like a natural evolution of the Clifton rather than a replacement, making it an appealing option for longtime Clifton fans and runners looking for a premium daily trainer.
Technical Details
The biggest update comes from HOKA's new PROGLIDE™+ midsole made with supercritical foam. This lightweight platform is designed to deliver greater resilience, improved durability, and a more energetic ride compared to traditional EVA-based cushioning. Combined with the updated MetaRocker geometry, the Clifton Pro creates smooth heel-to-toe transitions that help maintain momentum throughout your run.
Additional outsole rubber coverage improves durability while maintaining reliable traction on the road. The Clifton Pro also features a breathable engineered mesh upper, reflective details, an 8 mm heel-to-toe drop, and a podular outsole design that contributes to smoother transitions. Together, these updates position the Clifton Pro as HOKA's premium performance-focused daily trainer while maintaining the comfort that has made the Clifton one of the brand's flagship models.
Whether you're preparing for your next marathon, increasing weekly mileage, or simply looking for a highly cushioned daily trainer with a more energetic ride, the HOKA Clifton Pro is ready for every mile. Stop by your local Confluence Running store for a personalized fitting or shop online today.
