The Hoka Transport Gtx Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The HOKA Transport GTX is a durable walking shoe designed for challenging weather conditions. Its **Gore-Tex** membrane ensures that feet remain dry and warm, making it ideal for urban environments during rain or snow. The shoe's **stiff construction** provides stability and protection, which enhances performance on slippery surfaces.


Pros

  • Top-class waterproofing
  • Cushioned and supportive for all-day wear
  • Smooth strides thanks to rockered shape
  • Very stable platform
  • Highly durable construction
  • Excellent grip on dry and wet city streets
  • Quick and easy lacing system (regular laces included in the box as well)
  • Reflective elements all throughout the upper
  • Sustainable materials in almost every shoe part

Cons

  • A bit heavier than average
  • Major stack and drop discrepancy with official specs

Key Features

  • Waterproof GORE-TEX bootie: Keeps your feet dry with its robust construction made from 71% recycled polyester.
  • Eco-friendly materials: Made with 100% rPET mesh and 30% sugarcane EVA midsole, showcasing Hoka's commitment to sustainability.
  • Vibram® Megagrip outsole: Provides exceptional traction with 4mm multi-directional lugs, ideal for navigating various terrains.
  • Reflective elements: Increases visibility during low-light conditions, making evening walks safer.
  • Molded PU sockliner: Offers superior cushioning and comfort, incorporating 50% soybean oil in its composition.

Specifications

  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole material: Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA)
  • Outer material: Polyester
  • Inner material: Textile

Hoka Transport Gtx Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

HOKA Transport GTX On Cloudtilt On Cloud 5 Waterproof HOKA Transport
Price $175 $160 $170 $140
Arch support Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral
Condition Plantar fasciitis - - -
Orthotic friendly
Weight lab Weight brand 11.6 oz / 330g 9.4 oz / 266g 10.2 oz / 288g 10.9 oz / 309g
Lightweight
Breathability Warm Warm Warm Warm
Use For standing all day For standing all day For standing all day For standing all day
Size Slightly small True to size Slightly small True to size
Midsole softness Balanced Balanced Firm Balanced
Difference in midsole softness in cold Small Normal Normal Big
Insole thickness Average Very thin Average Average
Removable insole
Stiffness Stiff Moderate Stiff Stiff
Torsional rigidity Stiff Stiff Moderate Stiff
Heel counter stiffness Moderate Flexible Stiff Moderate
Heel tab Finger loop None Finger loop Finger loop
Drop lab 9.7 mm 8.7 mm 6.5 mm 8.0 mm
Heel stack lab 34.8 mm 35.5 mm 28.9 mm 34.1 mm
Forefoot 25.1 mm 26.8 mm 22.4 mm 26.1 mm
Width / fit Medium Medium Narrow Narrow
Toebox width Medium Medium Narrow Narrow
Closure Bungee laces Bungee laces Laces Bungee laces
Waterproof
Toebox durability Good Good - Good
Heel padding durability Good Bad - -
Outsole durability Decent Good - -
Midsole width - forefoot Average Wide Narrow Average
Midsole width - heel Average Wide Narrow Average
Outsole hardness Average Average Average Average
Outsole thickness Average Average Average Average
Tongue padding Average Average Average Average
Tongue: gusset type Both sides (semi) Both sides (semi) Both sides (full) None
Material - Mesh - -
Ranking Bottom 16% Top 45% Bottom 22% Bottom 5%
Popularity Top 31% Top 12% Top 23% Top 14%