Side by side comparison: Hoka Speedgoat 6 vs Nike Pegasus Trail 5

Hoka Speedgoat 6
HokaSpeedgoat 6

Technical Trail

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$140$204$187$153$136

Buy

Limited Availability

Performance

Comfort: 7Energy Return: 6Stability: 9Durability: 8Grip: 9

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 8Light Trail: 7Technical Trail: 9Door to Trail: 6

Pros & Cons

Excellent technical terrain grip
Stable, secure platform
Improved cushioning
Poor breathability
Firm, less lively ride
Narrow toe box

Specs

Best for6:00–8:30 min/km
Drop5 mm
Stack40 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot
Weight278 g
Terraintechnical_trail
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateRock_plate

Judgment Summary

A strong, stable technical trail shoe with excellent grip and protection for long, demanding runs.

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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
NikePegasus Trail 5

Light/Moderate Trail

Product Judgment

8.2

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$110$185$170$139$123

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 7Stability: 7Durability: 9Grip: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Light Trail: 9Technical Trail: 5Door to Trail: 9

Pros & Cons

Plush, soft cushioning
Roomy, comfortable fit
Durable outsole and upper
Limited technical trail stability
Heavier than previous version

Specs

Best for5:15-7:00 min/km
Drop9.5 mm
Stack37 mm heel / 27.5 mm forefoot
Weight293 g
Terrainlight_trail
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Comfortable, protective trail shoe best for easy miles on light to moderate terrain.

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