Add in the classic early-stage rockered forefoot and the Challenger ATR 6 even throws in a little sizzle into each step. The midsole’s composition is a little denser, which is certainly appreciated for the trails. HOKA just has a way of accomplishing that a little better than most. I mean, a 30-25 mm stack height should provide all that. A compression-molded EVA is not quite the sponge cake you’ll find in a Clifton but it offers a pillowy ride and solid protection. The Challenger ATR 6 is shedding a little of the chunky appearance without sacrificing cushion. The 4 mm lugs are grippy enough for most any single track adventure and subtle enough for miles and miles of pavement with a seamless transition between each surface.Īs for the typical high-stack midsole, it’s delightful. If you’ve ever checked out the Stinson ATR 6, the outsole pattern is very similar. There are portions of exposed foam to keep the outsole lighter and rolling smoothly, but durability is not an issue. The full-contact rubber outsole surely comes in clutch on this shoe. The versatility of this shoe is pretty hard to come by in a trail shoe market that has become niche in some ways. I had a similar feeling when I reviewed the Challenger Low GTX. It’s so impressive how the Challenger ATR 6 performs on all different types of terrain, from gnarly trails to the streets. Of course, the Challenger is a little more fortified and in a different weight class (10.5 ounces for a men’s size 10.5), but for the most part, Clifton heads will find comfort in the similarities. That alone will sell many on this shoe, as both are max-cushioned neutral trainers. The Challenger ATR 6 is the trail counterpart to the highly-praised Clifton series. Leave it to HOKA to bring comfort and performance together to create a functional beast. ROBBE: Taylor took this bad boy to the mountains, while I took the GTX (GoreTex, waterproof) verson to some wintry Baltimore streets. With the Challenger ATR 6, those limitations are nonexistent. This shoe certainly challenged (sorry, had to) my idea of what a shoe could be and what its limitations should be. From mountainous singletrack to city streets, it has the tools to conquer any terrain. Its whole concept is based on its versatility to handle any conditions. TAYLOR: If there’s a shoe out there that embodies the word “versatility,” I think the HOKA ONE ONE Challenger ATR 6 might be it.
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