HOKA Tecton X 4 Men – Carbon Trail Running Shoes

The carbon trail running shoe designed for competition

The HOKA Tecton X 4 Men is a high-performance trail running shoe designed for speed and competition, including on technical terrain.

Completely redesigned for this fourth generation, it combines a PROFLY™ X dual-layer PEBA foam midsole with two parallel carbon fiber plates. This construction promotes a dynamic stride and efficient propulsion while maintaining the necessary adaptability for trail running.

The new Matryx® Micro upper improves breathability and foot support, while the Vibram® Megagrip Litebase outsole equipped with Traction Lug lugs ensures excellent grip on technical terrain.

With its weight of 275 g, a 5 mm drop, and 4 mm lugs, the Tecton X 4 is aimed at demanding trail runners looking for a high-performance shoe for their goals and competitions.

Highlights

• Trail running shoe designed for competition
• Two parallel carbon plates
• New plate geometry for more precise propulsion
• PROFLY™ X midsole
• Dual layer of PEBA foam
• MetaRocker™ profile oriented for speed
• New Matryx® Micro upper
• Breathable and lightweight construction
• Extended mesh collar with gaiter-like design
• Vibram® Megagrip outsole
• Vibram® Litebase construction
• Traction Lug technology
• 4 mm lugs
• Drop: 5 mm
• Weight: 275 g
• Use: Trail / Competition

PROFLY™ X: performance and energy return

The Tecton X 4 benefits from PROFLY™ X technology, developed by HOKA to maximize performance on the trails.

Its midsole uses two layers of PEBA foam, a particularly lightweight and resilient foam offering excellent energy return.

Combined with the carbon plates and the MetaRocker™ curved profile, this construction promotes fast transitions and a dynamic stride when the pace increases.

Two parallel carbon plates

The emblematic technology of the Tecton X range is based on the use of two parallel carbon fiber plates.

For this fourth generation, HOKA has reworked the geometry of the plates to achieve even more precise and efficient propulsion.

The parallel positioning of the plates allows for a combination of longitudinal rigidity and lateral adaptability, a particularly interesting advantage in trail running when footing becomes uneven.

The Tecton X 4 can thus deliver excellent propulsion on rolling sections while maintaining the necessary precision on more technical terrain.

Speed-oriented MetaRocker™

The curved MetaRocker™ profile naturally accompanies the foot's roll and promotes a rapid forward transition.

Combined with PEBA foam and carbon plates, this geometry helps make the stride smoother and more dynamic.

A real advantage when the goal is to maintain a high pace for several hours.

New Matryx® Micro upper

HOKA equips this Tecton X 4 with a new Matryx® Micro textile upper.

This technical material offers an excellent compromise between support, lightness, and breathability, even when conditions become wet.

The ghillie-style lacing construction improves foot support, while the dynamic vamp provides more comfort during long distances.

Support designed for long distances

The extended mesh collar adopts a design similar to a mini-gaiter.

This construction improves ankle support while limiting the entry of stones and debris into the shoe.

HOKA also includes a marathon lacing option allowing for more precise tightening to suit the runner's needs.

A foam reinforcement on the tongue helps limit pressure points when tightening is significant.

Vibram® Megagrip: grip and precision

The Tecton X 4 relies on a Vibram® Megagrip outsole, a benchmark for grip on trail terrain.

The Litebase construction helps limit the weight of the outsole, while Traction Lug technology optimizes grip.

The 4 mm lugs offer an excellent compromise between performance and traction.

The Tecton X 4 remains fast on rolling sections while maintaining enough grip to move with precision on more technical trails.

A shoe designed for competition

The HOKA Tecton X 4 doesn't just aim to offer maximum cushioning: its design is clearly oriented towards competition performance.

Its combination of PEBA + dual carbon plate + MetaRocker™ + Vibram® Megagrip aims to optimize runner performance over long distances.

It will be particularly suitable for fast and rolling trails, technical courses, as well as long-distance and ultra-trail competitions.

Technical specifications

Brand: HOKA
Model: Tecton X 4
Reference: 1176632
Gender: Men
Type: Trail running shoes
Use: Trail / Competition
Stride: Neutral
Weight: 275 g
Drop: 5 mm
Lug height: 4 mm

Midsole

• PROFLY™ X technology
• Dual-layer PEBA foam
• Two parallel carbon fiber plates
• New carbon plate geometry
• Speed-oriented MetaRocker™ curved profile

Outsole

• Vibram® Megagrip
• Litebase construction
• Traction Lug technology
• 4 mm lugs

Upper

• Matryx® Micro textile
• Breathable construction
• Extended mesh collar with gaiter-like design
• Ghillie-style lacing construction
• Marathon lacing option
• Foam reinforcement on the tongue
• Dynamic vamp

For what type of trail runner?

The HOKA Tecton X 4 Men is primarily aimed at experienced runners looking for a high-performance shoe for competition.

It is particularly suitable for:

• Fast and rolling trails
• Technical trails
• Long-distance competitions
• Ultra-trails
• Specific competition-pace training sessions
• Runners looking for dynamism and propulsion
• Trail runners who appreciate shoes with carbon plates

Its combination of dynamism, protection, grip, and performance makes it an excellent option for goals where performance is a priority.

Triathlon Store Advantages

✓ Double carbon plate to maximize propulsion
✓ Lightweight and dynamic dual-layer PEBA foam
✓ PROFLY™ X technology
✓ Versatile 5 mm drop
✓ New breathable Matryx® Micro upper
✓ Vibram® Megagrip Litebase
✓ 4 mm Traction Lug studs
✓ Designed for competition and long distance