by When Hoka’s Kaha 2 hiking boots went on sale last year, it was a turning point for the brand’s legitimacy in the outdoor world. These boots helped many realize that this company, best known for its lightweight running shoes, could take up space in the highly competitive hiking market among brands like Merrell, Keen, and others. We thought we’d seen the last of these hiking boots completely sell out, but they just popped back up at REI in what’s likely the last chance to score a pair on sale.
The Hoka Kaha 2 GTX Hiking Boots are back on sale at REI for $194—a seldom-seen 19% discount on the normal price of $240. These boots earned hundreds of five-star ratings when they last appeared on REI’s site, and you can still find most of the reviews on their old page at Hoka , where shoppers have said they’re like a “rugged, high-top Bondi,” which is one of Hoka’s most well-cushioned running shoes. They’re back on sale in one color, tan, which has been the most popular one, and you can get them in sizes 7 to 15.
Hoka Kaha 2 GTX Hiking Boots in Honey/Barley, $168 (was $240) at REI
The Hoka Kaha 2 GTX Hiking Boots in Honey/Barley.
This Hoka hiking boot features an over-the-ankle design with a waterproof nubuck leather upper and waterproof, breathable Gore-Tex fabric. It has a wide sole design, complete with 5mm Vibram MegaGrip rubber with Traction Lugs that tear into the ground like claws, but what’s even more impressive is the boot’s midsole. Hoka running shoes are best known for their cushioning, and the brand didn’t deviate when designing the Kaha 2 hiking boot, giving it one of the thickest, most plush midsoles we’ve ever seen on a hiking boot. Not only will this better absorb impact than a traditional hiking boot, but it does so without adding extra weight to the boot.
“Being an older hiker with thousands of miles on many different shoes and boots, I must say, these are some of the best I have worn,” a shopper said in a review on the boots’ original REI listing . “They are lightweight and very comfortable. Surprisingly, they are very stable. I thought with all the cushioning I might roll an ankle, but the wide footprint seems to stabilize them effectively. I did a 6-mile hike to test them out and could not be happier.”
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Another shopper who picked them for a long trek through Mount Rainier National Park even said they’re the real deal. “The Hoka Kahas powered me through all 100 miles of the Wonderland Trail,” they exclaimed. “I had serious doubts…But I decided to take a chance because I needed some relief for my old bones from carrying a heavy backpack up/down mountains. They actually proved to be very stable, not squishy at all, while eating up jagged rocks.”
It’s safe to say that Hoka can hold its own in the hiking world, and that’s largely due to the design of the Kaha 2 GTX Hiking Boot . We’ve seen this boot sell out in a matter of weeks at REI, and we’re confident that they won’t last long this time. Make sure to get your size soon, because once they’re gone, they’re gone for good.
