Hoka has introduced the Rocket X 3, a race-day shoe designed to help runners reach personal bests. The Rocket X 3 delivers speed, long-haul comfort and race-day stability for runners looking to conquer their next road race.
Ahead of Your Time
Designed for runners looking for peak performance, the Rocket X 3 features a dual-density PEBA foam midsole for an ultra-responsive ride, paired with an Active Foot Frame for optimal control when running at race speeds. An updated, pace-pushing carbon fiber plate maximizes energy return, constructed with a lateral winglet for added stability. The sticky rubber outsole ensures grip and confidence in varying race-day conditions, while a single-layer engineered warp knit jacquard upper enhances breathability and weight reduction, ensuring runners can focus on reaching the finish line efficiently.
“The Rocket X 3 is the newest edition of an icon in our racing lineup. It’s the perfect race day shoe to help runners achieve their next personal best; every detail across the upper, midsole and outsole, has been meticulously engineered to deliver speed, stability and traction,” said Colin Ingram, VP of global product at Hoka. “With all of the training that goes into race day, we looked to make sure every second counts, and the signature Hoka ride delivers efficiency, comfort, speed and confidence with every passing mile marker.”
The Rocket X 3 has a 7-millimeter heel-to-toe drop and weighs in at 6.5 ounces/185 grams for a women’s size 8 and 8.2 ounces/226 grams for a men’s size 10.
Consumers at major marathons across the globe will have the opportunity to visit the Rocket X Flylab, showcasing a behind-the-scenes look at the technology packed into the Hoka brand’s most supportive race-day shoe. These innovative performance solutions will come to life in this immersive experience throughout fall at the Berlin and New York City marathons.
