HOKA Speedgoat 7 vs Merrell Moab 3 Mid GTX
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
High-cushion trail runner with Vibram Megagrip outsole. Weight per pair (men's US size 9). Ideal for long-distance hiking and fastpacking.
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HOKA Speedgoat 7 vs Merrell Moab 3 Mid GTX: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the HOKA Speedgoat 7 wins — at 550 g it is 430 g (44%) lighter than the Merrell Moab 3 Mid GTX (980 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.