HOKA Mafate 5 vs Speedgoat 7

Mafate 5 or Speedgoat 7? Here’s how they compare on feel, fit, brand specs and price, from the fitting team at The Run House.

The short answer

Want plush, protective cushion for long trail days? Get the Mafate 5.

Want cushion and grip for any trail? Get the Speedgoat 7.

Get the Mafate 5 if

• You want more foam underfoot (7mm more at the heel)
• You need a roomier fit
• You like a higher heel-to-toe drop (8mm vs 5mm)

Get the Speedgoat 7 if

• It’s mostly for easy days
• You have slimmer feet and like a snug fit
• You want the lighter shoe, by about 2 oz
• You prefer a lower drop (5mm vs 8mm)

On the run

Mafate 5: Plush, grippy ultra cushion. Very plush and surprisingly energetic, built for long ultras. Outstanding Vibram Megagrip traction. It’s heavy, and the stiff ride won’t suit everyone.

Speedgoat 7: The trail all-rounder. Plenty of cushion for downhills and a slightly livelier new foam. It stays stable on technical ground, and the Vibram Megagrip outsole sticks to almost anything.

Specs side by side

Stack, drop and weight come from each brand’s own website. Numbers marked * aren’t published by the brand and come from other published specs. Weights are for the size each brand quotes. Expected life is our estimate.

Fit

Mafate 5. Runs about a half size short, so go up a half. Roomier than most HOKAs, with a durable, breathable knit upper.

Speedgoat 7. Runs about a half size short, so most runners go up a half. Narrower than most HOKA trail shoes, and the toebox can press the big toe on long descents. Wide available.

Try them on

Come try on both at The Run House in Walpole, Needham or Falmouth. Gait analysis is always free.

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