The best replacement laces for Hoka running shoes are 6mm flat ribbed laces, 48 inches long, the same style you'll find on many Hoka running shoes. Shoe Lace Supply's Hoka replacement laces match that style in nine colors, from $9.99 a pair, so you can restore the fit of your shoes, or give them a whole new look, without buying a new pair.
Please note: these are aftermarket replacement laces made by Shoe Lace Supply. They are not made by, endorsed by, or affiliated with HOKA®. The Hoka name and model names are used here only to identify the shoes these laces fit.
Why Hoka laces wear out
Laces are one of the first things to show wear on a running shoe. They fray at the eyelets, stretch out, and stop holding a knot, and once they do, the shoe stops feeling the way it did when it was new. A fresh pair of replacement laces is the easiest, cheapest way to bring that fit back.
What style of lace does Hoka use?
Most Hoka road and trail shoes ship with a flat, lightly ribbed lace. That ribbed weave is the important part: it grips the knot, so your laces stay tied through a long run instead of working loose mile after mile. The flat profile lies smooth under the tongue and spreads pressure across the top of your foot instead of digging in, and the tips are finished in a matching color so re-lacing is quick.
Our Hoka replacement laces are built to that same spec: 6mm flat ribbed laces, sold as one pair, with matching-color tips.
What length do Hoka laces need?
Our Hoka replacement laces are 48 inches long. That length suits many Hoka models, and many runners find the laces that come on their sneakers are actually longer than they need, so 48 inches is often a cleaner fit.
But lace length varies by model and by year, so if you want to be sure, measure before you order:
- Pull one stock lace out of your shoe.
- Lay it flat without stretching it.
- Measure from the end of one tip to the end of the other.
Compare that number to 48 inches. With shoe laces there is always a margin of error of about half an inch, so allow for that when you compare. And if the length isn't right, we offer free exchanges, so if they don't fit your shoes, we'll swap them.
Which Hoka models do these fit?
Runners most often look for replacement laces for these Hoka models:
- Hoka Clifton 9 and Clifton 10
- Hoka Bondi 8 and Bondi 9
- Hoka Arahi 7
- Hoka Rincon 4
- Hoka Gaviota 5
- Hoka Speedgoat 6
- Hoka Challenger 7
- Hoka Skyward X
If your model isn't listed, the 48-inch flat ribbed style still fits most Hoka shoes with a standard eyelet layout. Just measure your stock laces first and compare.
Nine colors: match them or change the look
A new set of laces is also the easiest way to change the look of a pair you already own. A different color can refresh a worn pair, match a new outfit, or give a plain colorway some personality, without buying new shoes.
Our Hoka replacement laces come in White, Black, Sail, Gray, Lavender, Pink, Light Green, Neon Green, and Blue. A bright pair, like the light green laces below on black Hokas, is an easy way to make a familiar shoe feel new again.
How to re-lace your Hokas (and stop them coming untied)
Re-lacing takes about two minutes a shoe: pull the old laces out, thread the new lace through the bottom eyelets, and work your way up keeping the lace flat against the tongue. If your laces keep coming undone mid-run, try the runner's loop (heel lock) at the top:
- Lace up as normal, but leave the top eyelet on each side free.
- Thread each lace end up through its top eyelet to form a small loop on each side.
- Cross the lace ends and thread each one through the loop on the opposite side.
- Pull snug, then tie as usual.
The loops act like a pulley, locking your heel down, and combined with the ribbed weave, it keeps the knot put for the whole run.
When should you replace your laces?
Replace them when you see fraying at the eyelets, when they've stretched so long the knot sits unevenly, or when they won't stay tied no matter how you tie them. At $9.99 a pair, it's the cheapest refresh your running shoes will ever get.
Frequently asked questions
What size laces do Hoka shoes need?
Most Hoka road and trail shoes take a 48-inch flat lace. Measure your stock laces tip to tip, laid flat without stretching, and compare to 48 inches before you order.
Will these fit my Clifton, Bondi, or Arahi?
Yes. Runners most often buy these for the Clifton 9 and 10, Bondi 8 and 9, Arahi 7, Rincon 4, Gaviota 5, Speedgoat 6, Challenger 7, and Skyward X. Lace length differs between models, so measure first if you want to be certain.
Are these official Hoka laces?
No. These are aftermarket replacement laces made by Shoe Lace Supply. They are not made by, endorsed by, or affiliated with HOKA®. The Hoka name is used only to identify the shoes these laces fit.
What colors do Hoka replacement laces come in?
Nine colors: White, Black, Sail, Gray, Lavender, Pink, Light Green, Neon Green, and Blue.
How do I stop my Hoka laces coming untied?
Use a ribbed lace, which grips the knot better than a smooth one, and tie with a runner's loop (heel lock) at the top eyelet. That combination holds through long runs.
How do I measure my old laces?
Pull one lace out, lay it flat without stretching, and measure from tip to tip. Allow about half an inch of margin. A 48-inch lace may measure slightly over or under.
Ready to refresh your Hokas? Shop Hoka replacement shoe laces: 6mm flat ribbed laces, 48 inches, nine colors, from $9.99 a pair. You can also browse the full Hoka replacement lace collection.
If you also run in On Cloud shoes, see our On Running replacement lace guide.
Reminder: Shoe Lace Supply replacement laces are not made by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Hoka.
