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Best Hoka Running Shoes – Hoka Rocket X2 – product photo

The Hoka Rocket X2 excels at speedy running and works well for tempo runs, workouts, and racing. Photo: iRunFar/Nathan Allen
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Best Hoka Running Shoes - Hoka Rocket X2 - product photo

Nathan Allen

Nathan Allen is a professional journalist and editor who also happens to love running and trail running. A former collegiate cross country and track athlete, Nathan began obsessing over trail running upon moving to Steamboat Springs, Colorado. He has won two marathons — one on the trails and one on the roads, but both in Steamboat. More into training as a fun and daily ritual, he still occasionally hops into local races on the trails and roads. Nathan lives in Ventura County with his partner, Marta, and their Bernese Mountain Dog, Huxley.