Hoka Trail Code GTX Review

Whether you are a trekking lover or starting an ambitious backpacking route, you need good hiking boots to protect your feet & stabilise your ankles. Hoka Trail Code GTX could be your ideal choice. I wore these boots for the 40-mile Trek, & they were mind-blowing. Lots of cushions, lightweight, Great traction, and comfortable. My feet stayed dry even after walking all day. I used the shoe in snow, mud, rain, & serious rock scrambles and the performance was excellent. I should Thank Hoka.

HOKA Trail Code GTX Hiking Shoes deliver outstanding comfort for day hiking and everyday adventures. It is light on the feet & the environment. Recycled materials are used in the content mesh, the GORE-TEX footwear fabric, moulded PU sock liner, and polyester laces. Vibram Mega Grip rubber sole is the best rubber compound in the outdoor industry for wet and dry traction.

I recommend HOKA Trail Code GTX to anyone looking for a protective durable, and waterproof hiking shoe for all seasons.

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HOKA Trail Code GTX are well-cushioned and supportive. This hiking boot will give you plenty of ankle support. HOKA’s Hubble heel is designed with SwallowTail geometry., It provides comfortable, balanced cushioning & smooth transitions from heel to toe. The compression-moulded EVA midsole adds more comfort while keeping the shoe lightweight.

Upper Of The Hoka Trail Code GTX

Two significant things I want to mention that make the Hoka Trail Code GTX. The first one is the 100% rPET ripstop textile upper that is designed to handle the rigours of the trail. The overlay & waterproof membrane made out of GORE-TEX footwear fabric includes PFC-free water-repellant materials that are topically applied.

I suppose there is a third element that I am quite impressed with, & that is the solid Quick-Lace metal top hooks that the recycled polyester laces loop around. They are robust and solid, and I hope they stand the test of time.

The lightweight shoe is my favourite

The Hoka Trail Code GTX is one of the lightest hiking boots I have worn, weighing 2 pounds and 2 ounces per pair. The women’s Trail Code starts about 1lb 10 oz per pair. That is significantly lighter than the average hiking boot, which weighs between 2.5 & 3lbs (men). If you want lightweight hiking boots to a more supportive ones, the Hoka Trail Code GTX should be on your shortlist. It is added to my life as the best lightweight hiking boots.

Its Fit Is Standard To Roomy

The Hoka Trail Code GTX is a little roomier than the average hiking shoe. That gives a little more room in the forefoot & toe box for your toes to splay naturally. It is similar in fit to the Hoka Speedgoat (the bestselling trail shoe in the US) and Hoka Sky Kaha 2 (Hoka’s best backpacking boot).

This fit favours trekkers with average to wide feet (not narrow feet). Hikers with wide feet might like it, or they might need to size up extra to get enough width. My feet are reasonably wide & these fit me fairly well in my normal hiking size.

Weather Protection & Breathability

The Hoka Trail Code features GORE-TEX waterproofing. GORE still makes the most reliable & breathable waterproof membranes on the market. I tested the waterproofing on the Moss-Hanne trail— an 11-mile slog through blueberry bogs, swamps, puddles, run-off water, & ankle-deep mud. And walked away with dry feet after 3-4 hours of sloppy &splashy steps through marshes and woods. The waterproof membrane inside of the boot does not extend to the top of the ankle collar, but it delivers taller weather protection than a low-cut shoe. The breathability is pretty good, too, given the boot’s lightweight build, design features, & breathable mesh uppers.

The Hoka Trail Code GTX is 100% waterproof. You can Hike in wet conditions by wearing this Hoka boot. I recommend this boot for colder months. Along with the waterproof Gore-Tex lining, the upper fabric is a water-resistant one.

With the boot’s tall heel collar, the waterproof membrane extends higher up the ankle. The Gore-Tex waterproof breathable layer keeps your feet dry from the inside and out. It blocks external moisture from entering while allowing built-up vapour to escape, helping feet stay happy and healthy.

Recycled Material used

The upper of the Hoka Trail Code GORE-TEX Walking boots is made with recycled polyethene ripstop with a 3D printed overlay. This guarantees you get long lasting use &enjoyment from your shoes, so you can keep going the distance.

The PFC-free DWR treatment ensures your feet stay protected. The recycled mesh lining ups the breathability & the traditional lacing system with recycled laces anchors the shoe to your foot securely.

Comfort

The compression moulded EVA midsole makes your boot comfortable. It delivers a very stable, well-cushioned, yet supportive platform. It feels more like a trail running shoe underfoot than you would find in a typical boot. The midsole feels very soft, comfortable & dynamic. It feels lighter than its weight The Meta-Rocker also greatly contributes to the easy forward motion of the shoe. They are great for effortless all-day hikes & will be appropriate enough for backpacking.

Finally, this is the feel that I have been wanting from a Hoka hiking boot. For me, the Hoka Trail Code feels cozier than the Hoka Anacapa Mid. I do not get the Achilles soreness in the Trail Code that I get when wearing the Anacapa Mid or Kaha 2 Mid. Its overall construct just feels better, too, with each element of the boot working together better than the Anacapa (for my feet at least).

Over miles of tough terrain, my feet have felt like they are walking on marshmallows or mini-mattresses. I think I slightly prefer the feel of the new Trail Code for hiking than Hoka Speedgoat trail running shoe. If you are looking for a lightweight hiking boot with a ton of cushion, I cannot think of a better hiking boot than the Hoka Trail Code GTX.

Traction and Grip

The Vibram Megagrip outsole is excellent. The high-performance rubber compound offers excellent sticky grip and the best ground adaptability. It helps you to tackle rough terrain with ease whether the surface is wet or dry. The durable rubber delivers rugged durability providing unparalleled grip hike after hike, and trail after trail.

Multi-directional lugs offer supreme grip on a diversity of hard terrain. It keeps you stable & confident while navigating steep ascents & descents, or uneven ground. Perfect for long hikes the Hoka Trail Code offers excellent cushioning and stability no matter where your adventure takes you.

Support & Stability

As a brand, Hoka stresses weight savings & cushioning over support. Their trail running shoes and hiking boots do not have the stiff soles or mid-foot shanks of traditional hikers. Even so, Hoka’s midsole cushioning is so thick that it actually adds some foot support & torsional rigidity for some ankle stability.

That is also true of the Trail Code. If you value foot & ankle support more than anything else, this is not your hiking boot. Its light, over-the-ankle build is not much different from a low-cut hiking shoe. Still, there is enough support here for most day hikers. I have walked through several moderate to difficult day hikes with relatively fresh feet. And I have noot rolled an ankle, even on tough trails like the Mid-State Trail that are packed with rocks, roots, and awkward steps.

Who should buy the shoes?

Hoka Trail Code GTX is an excellent boot for trekkers like me. I was seeking a lightweight alternative to the burly hiking boots. It is 4.8 oz/135g lighter than average. I look for an outstanding value for money. With this boot, you can enjoy a very plush as well as cosy in-boot feel

The HOKA Trail Code GTX is a great lightweight & cushioned day hiker. Whether you will be gone all day or go for the occasional hike, this is a great shoe to keep you going to that next great view.

You will love the responsible manufacturing practices of the HOKA Trail Code GTX & how it will keep your feet cushioned & protected from the elements.

Conclusion

The Trail Code GTX is a great replacement for traditional hiking boots that are heavy, clunky, stiff and have inferior traction. The Trail Code is livelier & dynamic, feels much lighter on the foot, and is better cushioned, with brilliant waterproofing and superior traction.

These Hoka Trail Code GTX are a serious candidate in the hiking sector of our active outdoor world. The heavy duty robust hiking boots surely have their place, but this shoe can reach a target audience that may not want or need all that support. Plenty of cushioning, Responsive, Lightweight, and supportive to allow me to reach new heights.

The waterproof GTX features will keep your feet dry. All in all, the Hoka Trail Code GTX is a compact addition to my hiking game, since they will allow me to traverse through technical terrain to reach high alpine mountain heights. In conclusion, I truly have not found a knock on the shoe from its build to how it is performing for me. If you, like me, are a trail runner, & are ok with slowing it down a little to enjoy the view, then this can be a great adding to your shoe list. In brief, give these a shot.