A sequel to the HOKA Rocket that made its debut a few years back, the HOKA Rocket X2 is said to be their “most pinnacle performance road racing shoe to date.” The sneaker was designed with feedback from the brand’s extensive roster of elite road runners and triathletes. It further evolves upon the engineering of its predecessor as it comes equipped with a ProFlyX midsole construction that stacks a soft layer of foam over top a responsive bottom. Additionally, the sneaker also features a spoon-shaped, offset carbon fiber plate alongside early stage MetaRocker technology. When it comes to the upper, it has also been updated as it now utilizes a lightweight, breathable synthetic mesh that’s reinforced with dual-sided tongue gussets and an internal midfoot cage.