Absolute performance with HOKA Rincon
HOKA started in Annecy, France in 2009, founded by Nicolas Mermoud and Jean-Luc Diard. The brand first introduced oversized midsoles to help with downhill running, then expanded into road and trail shoes.
Athletes from ultra-marathoners to road racers choose HOKA for its high cushion-to-weight ratio and stable ride. Since Deckers took over, the brand has added more athletes and grown its global supply network.
The Rincon includes an ultra-light compression-moulded midsole under a simple breathable mesh upper that prioritises low mass for tempo and race-day sessions. You’ll find a few choices in the men’s designer trainers range.
Rincon shoes by HOKA editions and models
The Rincon shoes by HOKA range runs from early editions to the current Rincon 4, which increases midsole thickness while keeping the weight low to aim for quick transitions on road runs.
Some of the technical updates across revisions include thinner engineered mesh uppers, an asymmetrical tongue on the Rincon 3, and a two-layer compression EVA midsole with targeted rubber pods for abrasion control. You can pair them with anything from slacks to men’s linen trousers for warm-ups or walking around the house.
Expect a neutral run with a 5mm heel-to-toe drop and a footprint focused on lightness. The typical pair weight sits near 200-210g for men’s sizes, while stack heights range around high-20s to mid-30s millimetres depending on the version.
How to wear your HOKA Rincons
You can use the HOKA Rincon for everything from tempo runs to intervals and speed sessions, and you can wear them with low socks and minimal shorts or tight-fit running shorts to reduce drag and keep the fit on point during faster efforts.
For gym cross-training and active recovery, you can combine breathable leggings or tapered joggers with lightweight socks. If you’re buying a junior pair, check out the designer range for something to pair them with during workouts.
If you travel, you could pack one pair for training and one for rest days. The Rincon by HOKA will also last longer if you have multiple pairs to rotate between.
