Hoka Kaha 3 GTX vs Hoka Speedgoat 7 (men's US9, per shoe)
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Premium hiking boot with Gore-Tex waterproofing and superior cushioning. Weight per shoe in men's size 9. Excellent support for long trails.
Full details →Versatile trail running shoe with VIBRAM Megagrip outsole, max cushioning, and balanced traction for diverse terrain. Weight per shoe.
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Hoka Kaha 3 GTX vs Hoka Speedgoat 7 (men's US9, per shoe): which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Hoka Speedgoat 7 (men's US9, per shoe) wins — at 257 g it is 293 g (53%) lighter than the Hoka Kaha 3 GTX (550 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest footwear page, or browse the full gear weight database.