HOKA Rocket X 3 - Carbon racing engineered for personal bests

The HOKA Rocket X 3 brings carbon super shoe performance with added support for race day. Featuring dual-density PEBA foam and an updated carbon fiber plate with winglets, this racing shoe maintains the responsive, high-performance cushioning of its predecessor whilst introducing improved traction and breathability for variable racing conditions.

Advanced Carbon Plate Technology

The redesigned carbon fiber plate now features winglets that enhance propulsion through the gait cycle. Working in synergy with dual-density PEBA foam, this plate system delivers explosive energy return whilst maintaining the structured support needed for sustaining race pace over distance. The combination creates a responsive platform that helps you maintain form when fatigue sets in.

Confident Traction in All Conditions

A sticky rubber outsole ensures secure traction on both wet and dry roads—vital for racing where weather can shift or when pushing pace around turns. The enhanced grip provides confidence to commit fully to your race plan, particularly valuable on damp surfaces or when road conditions become variable mid-race.

Race-Ready Breathable Construction

A single-layer engineered warp knit upper maximises airflow whilst minimising weight, helping prevent overheating during sustained race efforts. The streamlined stitch-and-turn collar reduces blister risk on longer races, whilst the removal of the gusset simplifies entry without compromising lockdown. 3D print logos reduce unnecessary material whilst maintaining the shoe's distinctive appearance.

Key features:

- Dual-density PEBA foam

- Carbon fiber plate with winglets

- Sticky rubber outsole for improved traction

- Single-layer engineered warp knit upper

- Streamlined stitch-and-turn collar

- Enhanced breathability

- Gusset removed for easier entry

- 3D print logos

Best for:

- Road racing 10K to marathon

- Personal best attempts

- Race day performance

- Variable weather racing

- Runners wanting carbon support

- Goal race events

- Competitive road racing

Is the Rocket X 3 right for you?

Designed for runners targeting race-day performance from 10K through to marathon distances. The Rocket X 3 suits those who've built the strength and speed to handle a responsive carbon-plated racer but want more support than minimalist racing flats provide. It particularly benefits runners racing in variable weather conditions where confident traction matters, or those prone to blistering on longer race distances. Whether you're chasing qualification times, competing for placement, or simply want maximum performance for your goal races, the Rocket X 3 offers the carbon plate propulsion, PEBA foam responsiveness, and supportive construction that serious road racing demands.