Challenger 8 GTX

Trail2026 · JP · ReleaseChecked 2026-10-13

Challenger 8 GTX is the waterproof road-to-trail version of Challenger 8, pairing a GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane with its mixed-surface platform. HOKA adds more foam, revises fit, and reorients multidirectional lugs for smoother pavement transitions and confidence on dirt. An EVA midsole, 4mm lugs, recycled mesh, reflective details, and an 80% rubber/20% EVA outsole support running through rain, mud, and snow.

Key specifications

Weight

All models average 268.9 gDifference from average -

Average of 973 models

Drop

8 mm

All models average 6.8 mmDifference from average +1.2 mm

Average of 986 models

Stack (heel)

42 mm

All models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +7.7 mm

Average of 810 models

MSRP

$165.00 USD · US · Tax excluded

All models average $165.57Difference from average −0.57 USD

Average of 680 models

This modelAll models average

Stack (forefoot): 34 mm
Carbon plate: No
Midsole: EVA
Outsole: 80% rubber / 20% EVA with multidirectional 4mm lugs
Use cases: Trail / Daily

Weight notes Men’s half-pair weight is listed as 11.05 oz; sample size unconfirmed.

Plate notes The retailer’s specifications state that there is no rock plate.

IN CONTEXT

Specs in context

Weight × stack788 models shown

HOKA Challenger 8 GTXWeight unconfirmed / 42 mm

Weight distribution973 models

95 g385 g

This model -All models average 268.9 gDifference from average -

Drop distribution986 models

0 mm12 mm

This model 8 mmAll models average 6.8 mmDifference from average +1.2 mm

Stack distribution810 models

5 mm60 mm

This model 42 mmAll models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +7.7 mm

MSRP distribution · USD · US · Tax excluded680 models

$50.00$500.00

This model $165.00All models average $165.57Difference from average −$0.57

Unknown values are excluded. Shoe sizes and measurement conditions vary, so use these averages and distributions as a guide when comparing specifications.

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