Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 Review | Speed Unleashed

One of the best parts of testing running gear is the thrill of logging miles in a new brand—or in this case, a new-to-me brand. And what better way to get acquainted with Hoka than by lacing up the Cielo X1 2.0? Let me tell you—Hoka didn’t just enter the elite racing shoe conversation; they stormed in, loud and clear.

The Cielo X1 2.0 is built for speed demons chasing PRs.

With an aggressive forefoot rocker, lively dual-density PEBA foam, and an updated winged carbon fiber plate, this shoe doesn...