HOKA U MAFATE X – Low-Top Professional Trail Running Shoe
HOKA U MAFATE X – Low-Top Professional Trail Running Shoe
HOKA U MAFATE X – Low-Top Professional Trail Running Shoe
Style Number: 1161990-BKSK
Built for the most demanding terrain on earth. The HOKA U MAFATE X is HOKA’s pinnacle trail running shoe — a low-top powerhouse engineered for elite-level performance on technical mountain trails, rocky ridgelines, and everything in between. Named after the legendary Mafate cirque in Réunion Island, one of the world’s most remote and challenging trail running destinations, the Mafate X carries the DNA of HOKA’s most celebrated trail racing heritage into a refined, next-generation platform.
Key Features
- HOKA Oversized Midsole: HOKA’s signature maximalist foam midsole delivers exceptional cushioning and impact protection on rocky, uneven terrain — reducing fatigue on long-distance trail efforts without sacrificing ground feel
- Vibram® Megagrip Outsole: Premium Vibram Megagrip rubber compound with aggressive multi-directional lug pattern provides superior traction on wet rock, loose dirt, mud, and technical trail surfaces
- Upper: Durable, abrasion-resistant engineered mesh with reinforced overlays and a protective toe cap — built to withstand the rigors of technical trail running
- Meta-Rocker Geometry: HOKA’s proprietary Meta-Rocker midsole geometry promotes a smooth, efficient heel-to-toe transition, reducing energy expenditure on long trail efforts
- Gaiter Attachment Points: Built-in gaiter attachment points for seamless integration with trail gaiters in debris-heavy conditions
- Heel Counter: Structured external heel counter for enhanced stability and ankle support on technical descents
- Silhouette: Low-top trail running profile with HOKA’s distinctive maximalist aesthetic
- Colorway: Black / Black (BKSK) — a stealthy, all-conditions colorway built for serious trail runners
The Mafate Legacy
The Mafate series has been HOKA’s flagship trail racing platform since the brand’s earliest days — trusted by elite ultra-runners and mountain athletes competing in the world’s most demanding races. The Mafate X represents the latest evolution of this legendary lineage, incorporating cutting-edge materials, refined geometry, and HOKA’s most advanced cushioning technology to deliver a shoe that performs at the highest level on any terrain.
Styling Tips
- Designed for serious trail running but versatile enough for outdoor casual wear
- The Black / Black colorway pairs naturally with technical outdoor apparel, trail running gear, or casual athletic wear
- From mountain summits to city streets — the Mafate X’s bold silhouette makes a statement anywhere
Product Details
- Style: 1161990-BKSK
- Series: Mafate X
- Colorway: Black / Black (BKSK)
- Outsole: Vibram® Megagrip
- Technology: Oversized midsole, Meta-Rocker geometry
- Best Use: Technical trail running, ultra-distance, mountain racing
- Silhouette: Low-top trail running shoe
- Gender: Unisex
- Country of Origin: Vietnam
No trail too technical. No distance too far. The HOKA U MAFATE X — built for those who run where others don’t.