The external heel clip improves alignment and stabilizes the foot during the initial contact phase, shoes for trail running.

Delivering an even more propulsive ride than its predecessor through an energized new foam midsole, the new Carbon X 3 launches off the line with a brand new upper. Reworked with a premium performance knit for improved fit, this endurance racer is engineered with the same responsive, carbon fiber plate and aggressive Meta-Rocker. A formidable competitor, this performance shoe is finished with bold, asymmetrical coloring for a statement-making finish

*The HOKA ONE ONE Carbon X 3 is a carbon fiber shoe. We cannot accept returns on any carbon fiber shoe.

The product's construction allows for easy cleaning of the upper materials with standard footwear care products, running shoe geeks reddit.