HOKA Cielo X1 3.0
Road · Race · Tempo
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| Weight | Drop | |
|---|---|---|
| ClaimedUnisex | 213 g | 7 mm |
| MeasuredVariant unknown | 193 g | 13.4 mm |
Sources and measurements
Measurements apply to the tested sample. Size and measurement method can affect the values.
Claimed · Unisex
Weight: 213 g · Drop: 7 mm
Manufacturer-listed (system unstated) M10
- HOKA Cielo X1 3.0 · unisex · Reviewed 2026-10-09
Measured · Variant unknown
Weight: 193 g · Drop: 13.4 mm
Reference size not stated
RunRepeat: 193 g; stack 44.5/31.1 mm, measured drop 13.4 mm. Different sample and method from the nominal specifications.
- RunRepeat · Reviewed 2026-09-26
CarbonPlate
RoadSurface
About the shoe
Carbon-plated road racer with PEBA foam and a pronounced rolling transition. Tests support strong rebound and wet-road grip, with limited rearfoot support. The close fit and sensitive lacing deserve attention before longer races.
- Comfort
- 80/100
- Response
- 94/100
- Stability
- 60/100
- Cushioning
- 96/100
RaceTempoIntervals
Reviewed specifications
- Plate
- Carbon
- Plate construction
- PEBA foam · spoon-shaped carbon-fibre plate · Leno weave upper
- Rocker
- —
- Cushioning
- 4.8/5
- Terrain
- Road
- Roles
- Race · Tempo · Intervals
Manufacturer specifications
- Manufacturer weight
- 213 g, men US 10; 175 g, women US 8.
- Nominal drop
- 7 mm according to HOKA.
- Construction
- PEBA foam, carbon-fibre plate, Leno weave upper and polyurethane outsole.
- Separate lab measurements
- RunRepeat: 193 g; stack 44.5/31.1 mm, measured drop 13.4 mm. Different sample and method from the nominal specifications.
- Fit and contact in testing
- DOR found a close, slightly short fit and harsh sockless contact; thin tongue needs careful lacing.
- Tested use and limits
- DOR used it for tempo and longer intervals; heel/midfoot support is limited. Recommended surfaces: road and track.
- Wet-road testing
- The Run Testers reported reliable grip on wet roads and track. This does not establish ice or trail grip.
Sources: HOKA ↗ · RunRepeat ↗ · Doctors of Running ↗ · The Run Testers ↗