HOKA Cielo X1 2.0
Road · Race · Tempo
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| Weight | Drop | |
|---|---|---|
| ClaimedUnisex | — | 7 mm |
Sources and measurements
Measurements apply to the tested sample. Size and measurement method can affect the values.
Claimed · Unisex
Weight: — · Drop: 7 mm
Reference size not stated
Conflicting manufacturer weights
— Not documented or unresolved
- HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 · unisex · Reviewed 2026-10-09
- HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 · unisex · 230 g · Reviewed 2026-10-09
- HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 · 228 g for UK 9.5 (US 10); Australia sample size unstated · Reviewed 2026-10-09
CarbonPlate
RoadSurface
About the shoe
A road racing shoe with a springy ride and pronounced forward roll. Cielo X1 2.0 rewards faster running, but its aggressive geometry and narrow platform need to suit your stride.
- Comfort
- 88/100
- Response
- 98/100
- Stability
- 62/100
- Cushioning
- 86/100
RaceTempo
Independent reviews
Reviewed specifications
- Plate
- Carbon
- Plate construction
- Full plate
- Rocker
- —
- Cushioning
- 4.3/5
- Terrain
- Road
- Roles
- Race · Tempo
Manufacturer specifications
- Nominal drop
- 7 mm, specified by HOKA.
- Midsole
- Dual-density PEBA foam.
- Plate construction
- Winged carbon-fibre plate.
- Geometry
- Speed-focused MetaRocker and forefoot-focused Active Foot Frame.
- Upper
- Engineered jacquard mesh.
- Fit in testing
- Doctors of Running found secure lockdown with a close-fitting, tapered forefoot.
- Test limitations
- RunRepeat found limited stability and a rocker that can feel overly aggressive.
Sources: HOKA ↗ · RunRepeat ↗ · Doctors of Running ↗