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HOKA Clifton 10
Nike Pegasus Premium
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Weight
273.3 g (9.64 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.9 mm
Plate
None
Weight
310.8 g (10.96 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.2 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
HOKA Clifton 10
Nike Pegasus Premium
The Nike Pegasus Premium and the HOKA Clifton 10 both prioritize comfort and protection, but they go about it with distinct personalities. The Clifton 10 has a lighter build, a firmer foam, and pronounced MetaRocker geometry, making it more adaptable across paces, from easy recovery runs to moderate uptempo efforts. The Pegasus Premium focuses more on comfort, providing a softer and more insulated ride during long or easy miles. Runners seeking a well-rounded daily trainer will find the Clifton 10 more versatile, while those prioritizing plush cushioning and protection will prefer the Pegasus Premium.
Variants
- Clifton 10 (Black/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Black/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Black/Rose Gold - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Black/White - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Blue Spark/White - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Blue Spark/White - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Blue/Skyward Blue - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Carnation/Starlight Glow - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Cosmic Grey/Stardust - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Droplet/Druzy - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Mint Fluorite/Luna Moth - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Navy/White - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Oat Milk - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Orange Zest - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Orange Zest - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Skyward Blue/Cielo Blue - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (Stellar Grey/Stardust - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (Vanilla/Birch - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (White/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (White/Cielo Blue - (Women - US 7))
- Clifton 10 (White/Skyward Blue - (Men - US 9))
- Clifton 10 (White/White - (Women - US 7))
- Pegasus Premium (Black/Metallic Silver/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Pegasus Premium (Football Grey/Total Orange/Summit White/Multi-Colour - (Men - US 9))
- Pegasus Premium (University Gold/Black/Laser Orange - (Men - US 9))
- Pegasus Premium (White/Metallic Silver/Metallic Silver - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
6.4
6.6
Forefoot Energy Return
4.4
7.6
Weight
5.5
3.9
Heel Energy Return
4.4
6.7
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.5
3.9
Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Weight
273.3 g (9.64 oz)
310.8 g (10.96 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
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Heel Stack Height
41.6 mm
43.0 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
31.7 mm
32.8 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
9.9 mm
10.2 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
10.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Preview 3D
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Outsole Heel Width
94 mm (3.7")
89 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
85 mm (3.3")
62 mm (2.4")
Outsole Forefoot Width
113 mm (4.4")
110 mm (4.3")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
2.26
2.07
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.56
3.35
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Preview 3D
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Internal Length
280 mm (11.0")
274 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
62 mm (2.4")
62 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
98 mm (3.9")
90 mm (3.6")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Other Features
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Tongue Gusset Type
Semi-gusseted
Non-gusseted
Plate
None
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
4.4
6.7
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
71.1%
75.0%
Forefoot Energy Return
4.4
7.6
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
71.1%
78.5%
Heel Cushioning
8.4
8.5
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Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.84 J
3.79 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
10.26 J
11.13 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
17.10 J
17.11 J
Forefoot Cushioning
7.8
7.9
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Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
4.82 J
5.28 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
8.42 J
8.59 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
12.38 J
11.95 J
Heel Firmness
4.9
4.9
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
44.1 N/mm
38.7 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
107.8 N/mm
116.8 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
238.5 N/mm
264.4 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
7.8
8.0
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
101.8 N/mm
85.5 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
199.9 N/mm
249.4 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
397.1 N/mm
453.7 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
5.9
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
6.70 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
6.41 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
6.20 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
6.04 J
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