Hoka Kaha 3 GTX vs Topo Athletic Ultraventure 4
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 →Max-cushion trail shoe with a roomy toe box, 5mm drop and Vibram Megagrip outsole for long-distance hikes.
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Hoka Kaha 3 GTX vs Topo Athletic Ultraventure 4: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Topo Athletic Ultraventure 4 wins — at 285 g it is 265 g (48%) 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.