HOKA Rincon 4 - Birch/Cement

The HOKA Rincon 4 is an ultra‑light road running shoe renowned for its exceptional cushion‑to‑weight ratio. In this fourth iteration, it receives a top‑to‑bottom overhaul: a dual‑layer upgraded EVA midsole adds more cushioning and resiliency, stack height is increased by about 3 mm, and the fit is refined so that the shoe’s cloud‑weight softness holds up over more miles. A rearfoot‑focused Active Foot Frame cradles the heel inside the foam to provide inherent stability, while a symmetrical bed of cushion and J‑Frame‑style features keep the platform neutral‑friendly.​

A rubberized EVA outsole in a podular layout concentrates material where it is most needed, improving grip and durability without sacrificing flexibility or adding much weight. HOKA’s Smooth MetaRocker geometry promotes smooth, efficient transitions, making the Rincon 4 versatile enough for daily training, tempo runs and races up to around half‑marathon. The engineered double jacquard upper offers a breathable, foot‑hugging fit with a padded tongue for added comfort, and the shoe is built with vegan materials.​

• Use: road running; ultra‑light daily trainer with strong tempo/race capability

• Midsole: upgraded dual‑layer EVA with +3 mm stack for enhanced cushioning and rebound

• Ride: balanced–responsive; protective but energetic for faster paces

• Stability: wide base, rearfoot Active Foot Frame, and J‑Frame tech for moderate inherent stability that still suits neutral runners​

• Approx. specs: 5 mm heel‑to‑toe drop; roughly 33 mm heel / 28 mm forefoot stack; ~228 g in a sample size​

• Outsole: rubberized EVA with podular design and strategically placed high‑abrasion rubber

• Upper: engineered double jacquard mesh, breathable, foot‑hugging fit, padded tongue, vegan construction