HOKA Arahi 9
Road · Easy / Recovery · Long run
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| Weight | Drop | |
|---|---|---|
| ClaimedMen | 284 g | 8 mm |
| ClaimedWomen | 233 g | 8 mm |
| MeasuredMen · US 9 | 270.8 g | 8.9 mm |
Sources and measurements
Measurements apply to the tested sample. Size and measurement method can affect the values.
Claimed · Men
Weight: 284 g · Drop: 8 mm
Reference size not stated
- HOKA Arahi 9 · men · Reviewed 2026-10-09
Claimed · Women
Weight: 233 g · Drop: 8 mm
Reference size not stated
- HOKA Arahi 9 · women · Reviewed 2026-10-09
Measured · Men
Weight: 270.8 g · Drop: 8.9 mm
US 9
RTINGS measured 270.8 g and 8.9 mm drop, men’s US 9.
- RTINGS · Reviewed 2026-10-09
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About the shoe
Guided everyday road trainer. Check toe room and the rolling transition at an easy pace.
- Comfort
- 90/100
- Response
- 58/100
- Stability
- 86/100
- Cushioning
- 78/100
Easy / RecoveryLong run
Independent reviews
Reviewed specifications
- Plate
- None
- Plate construction
- H-Frame
- Rocker
- —
- Cushioning
- 3.9/5
- Terrain
- Road
- Roles
- Easy / Recovery · Long run
Manufacturer specifications
- Construction
- HOKA specifies dual-density compression-moulded EVA.
- Claimed weight
- HOKA lists 284 g for men; reference size is unstated.
- Claimed drop
- HOKA specifies 8 mm drop.
- Guidance
- HOKA specifies enhanced H-Frame technology.
- Lab sample
- RTINGS measured 270.8 g and 8.9 mm drop, men’s US 9.
- Tester's fit
- Alastair found his usual men’s US 9 true to size with accommodating toe room.
- Tested ride
- Alastair found a slightly softer ride than Arahi 8 with a smooth roll.
Sources: HOKA ↗ · RTINGS ↗ · Alastair Running ↗