The Hoka Mafate Speed 2 Lunar Rock Is Available Now

The Hoka craze is in full swing as I write this, and my only encounter with the shoe was the Hoka Challenger ATR 6, on which I wrote an extensive review. While browsing Footlocker’s release calendar, I noticed the upcoming release of the White and Lunar Rock HOKA Mafate Speed 2. Intrigued, I visited the brand’s website to learn more about this specific model, and here’s what I discovered.

The Mafate Speed 2 was designed to provide support and cushioning on technical terrain for any distance. The shoe features a deep Active Foot frame for support and a tuned Meta-Rocker for smooth transitions throughout the gait cycle. The outsole has deep flex grooves that adapt to various terrains, and the 5mm Vibram Mega-Grip tread ensures excellent traction on even the most challenging surfaces.

I continued searching for additional information on the website and found some interesting details. In terms of stability, the shoe received a neutral grade, which I initially didn’t understand until I read further. Neutral essentially means that the shoe provides the exact support the wearer needs without any unnecessary extras. Additionally, the cushioning received a balanced grade, indicating that the shoe offers protective cushioning while maintaining a responsive toe-off for increased speed.

There’s a reason people are raving about these shoes – the brand has done a phenomenal job providing all the necessary details about each product before you make a purchase. Here’s a breakdown of the Hoka Mafate Speed 2 features, courtesy of Hoka: