跟讀練習: Hoka Challenger 8 Review - 通過影片學習英語口語

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Hey guys, welcome back.

I'm Alastair and this is the Hoka Challenger 8.

This one is very much still a road to trail running shoe, so it's not really designed to be going all mountain on highly technical trails you could do it,

but there are better running shoes out there for that use case.

It's not a hugely radical update from version 7, which by the way, for the record, I really did like.

And if you are looking at that shoe now, maybe because you want to pick up a deal, I'd recommend checking out that review to learn more about that shoe.

The Challenger 8 does come with some subtle updates that, in my opinion, make it a better trail running shoe.

It has a really refined fit, better traction and that same soft stable ride that I really liked on a previous version.

They cost $155 which now puts it very much in line with the Hoka Speedgoat 6.

Same price so if you're really not sure

which one of those shoes to go for this one or the Speedgoat 6 definitely follow that link up there.

I put an article together that compares the two shoes how they perform in different scenarios

and ultimately that will help you find the best running shoe for you and your needs.

They weigh 9.5 ounces or 265 grams.

That's for size US Men's 9, my pair.

They have a drop of seven millimeters from heel to toe.

The upper is super comfortable.

It's using 100% recycled material on there.

It is breathable.

And the collars around here, the heel counter, which is articulated and has a good amount of flex to it.

They're just super comfortable to slip on.

This is definitely for me the most comfortable Hoka trail running shoe right now.

The midsole is using a compression molded EVA foam.

It has a really nice balance.

It feels very soft but it maintains stability and it has a good amount of response as well,

meaning it bounces back and springs back when you compress it.

The outsole is using Hoka's dual abrasion rubber compound.

Now, it's not Vibram Mega Grip, so this is one of the downsides to this shoe, and it's one of the reasons it's not the best all-mountain trail running shoe,

just because the rubber compound isn't quite as effective as some of the other trail running shoe offerings from Hoka,

like the Speedcoat series and the Mafat as well.

And they have 4mm lugs, so not incredibly deep, but certainly capable enough for most things.

Some additional features then include some reflective highlights, you've also got this finger pull at the rear to make them easier to slip on,

and also the last in the shoe has been improved to improve the fit overall

so I think more people with different foot shapes are going to enjoy the fit in this one for sure.

When it comes to sizing and fit they are very much true to size so go with your usual sizing.

Now the toe box does have a little bit of extra room in there

which is really nice so if you are a fan of the Speedgoat

or you didn't get on with the Speedgoat

because the toe box was too tight

and a little bit triangular then you're really going to like these

because there is more room and the fit for me is just spot on.

It really is fantastic.

The lockdown within the shoe is really good as well so there's no heel slip.

The lacing system here is very traditional but it just works

and it's very easy to get that nice perfect fit very quickly.

Collars and the heel counts are all very padded, but also the tongue is very padded too.

Not like the Speedgoat series or the Mafat, the most recent release of that, which was August 1st. This one is actually a really nice soft tongue,

and I'd love to see Hoka bring a tongue like this to the Speedgoat and the Mafat series.

It would just make the comfort levels so so much better.

If you know you have wide feet, then there is a wide version available as well.

So just go with that version.

If you're enjoying this review so far, please give a video a like.

I really appreciate it when you guys do that.

It really helps the channel, but also comment on the video.

I want to get your opinions of running shoes that I review because that will help future subscribers or current subscribers.

It'll help them decide whether or not the shoe I'm reviewing is going to be right for them.

So yeah, drop all your comments on this shoe or just let me know what your favourite Hoka trail running shoe is.

Love to hear it.

And of course, subscribe to the channel for more running shoe reviews just like this one.

I always keep things genuine, honest and as insightful as possible to help you decide whether or not the shoe I'm currently reviewing

is going to be best for you and your needs.

But if at any point, maybe I've missed something in my reviews, just drop a comment down below and I'll get back to you.

Well, congratulations, you made it to my performance review.

This is my favourite part of every review because I get to share my experience running with the shoes.

And this one for me is a real winner.

I absolutely love it.

I love the previous version, but this one goes that little step further in terms of how the ride feels, but also the comfort levels in the upper.

So I'm going to start with the midsole and the ride that this shoe gives.

So first off, you can see the geometry.

There is a rockered geometry to this.

All that means is the shoe will give you a nice transition from heel landing to toe takeoff.

But it performs really well whether you heel strike or you strike towards your forefoot.

So whatever kind of stride you have, this shoe does perform really well.

I tested it, so I know that for certain.

So the transition is really good, but it's not just the geometry that's doing it.

It is this EVA foam, which is really nice and soft, but it does bounce back and it's not plush.

So you don't get an unstable shoe.

The midsole does also rise up around your foot on both sides,

giving you somewhat of a cage or a structure that actually supports and stabilizes your foot within the shoe.

That support on the run is really noticeable.

It makes it a much more stable shoe when you consider the fact that the midsole is nice and soft, meaning it's going to be good for hard surfaces like running on the roads,

but also light trails as well.

And if you want to go long distances, the comfort level on here is next level, to be honest.

So you can really run as long as you like in these shoes on any terrain.

Just don't go for anything too technical.

Now, although the Challenger 8 is very ever so slightly heavier than the previous version,

it feels just as nimble doesn't feel like a heavy shoe and that's because it's not.

If you are looking at some of the specs on paper

and you're thinking whether you should get this one or the previous version, I definitely recommend going with a newer one.

There have been refinements that definitely make it a better shoe.

Moving on to the outsole, it is still using duo abrasion rubber and

that was one of my downsides on the previous version and the fact that the lugs aren't all that aggressive.

They are multi-directional now, which makes the

traction much better than the previous version

and the outsole does kind of get inset more meaning there is more range in the outsole

so if you are running on wet mud

that kind of stuff then you will get better traction than a previous version

but it's not fiber mega grip

so the rubber compound isn't gonna be as good on stuff like wet slick rocks

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but this shoe really is designed as a all-terrain shoe in

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terms of being able to run on roads really well

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but also light trails really well it's not an all-mountain trail running shoe

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if that's something you're looking for definitely either watch my best all mountain trail running shoes roundup there

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or head over to my roundup on alistairrunning.com

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that will point you in the right direction for the best all mountain trail running shoes for you.

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And this one really does feel just as good on the roads as it does on light trails.

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Honestly it just it breezes across the transition really really well so

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if you do have to run to your trailhead then you're

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not going to be worrying about a shoe that's too firm

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or just not going to perform well on roads because this does.

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I've also been using mine for dog walks

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and taking my dog Kepler to the park and just walking around the neighborhood doing lifestyle things, just going out to restaurants,

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all that kind of stuff.

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I actually really enjoy this one because it is just so comfortable and breathable.

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One thing to note, if you are running on the roads you will notice

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that kind of clawing sound as the aggressive lugs are trying to dig into asphalt or concrete.

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That's just something that, you know, that's a natural thing because the outsole is a lot more aggressive than the road running shoe.

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It's not that noticeable and to be honest it's nice knowing

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that your shoe is going to be better prepared than most

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if you are walking around town or you're taking a shoe on holiday or vacation.

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It's nice knowing that the outsole is going to be more than capable.

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All in for a road to trail running shoe then performance on this one is next level.

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It's 10 out of 10 for me, I absolutely love it.

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It is currently ranking number one on my best road to trail running shoes roundup and for good reason.

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If you're wondering where this one placed on my best road to trail running shoes roundup on alistairrunning.com, well you'll just have to go and visit that post up there.

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That's always kept up to date as and when I review road to trail running shoes that list will get updated.

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Very quickly then, how does this one compare to the previous version?

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Well, first off, the fit has been refined, so it is certainly a lot more comfortable in the upper now, and there's a little bit more room in the toe box.

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There is more foam in the midsole, but that does make it much softer and a much smoother ride.

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It also makes it a touch heavier, really not noticeable by any means, but it's there.

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The outsole is of course more grippy as well, It's more aggressive on their multi-directional lugs, and there's more inset areas,

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making it better for muddy trails as well.

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It's still super versatile and smooth in the transition, but it just feels more dialed in overall.

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And it's certainly worthy of an upgrade if you are looking at buying this one.

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Is it worth $155 then?

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Well, yes, if you've been watching this video closely, I think it's pretty clear I really like this one.

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It is currently my favourite rototrail running shoe for all the reasons I've outlined in this review.

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It's super comfortable.

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The ride is next level.

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The transition is just fantastic.

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I like the fact the drop isn't too high.

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It's a medium drop.

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So you're able to have a nice natural foot fall.

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So whether you do strike towards your heel or your midfoot, you have a really, really nice

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cushion ride underfoot and transition the works really well all the way across the shoe

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so it's a super versatile shoe in terms of what it can do

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but also who it's going to be good for

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if you've tried the shoe I want you to let me

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know what you thought of it as well have you found it to be incredibly comfortable

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and versatile as I have or maybe you're new to the channel

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and you just want to introduce yourself to say hello or

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if you've got a question about this shoe that I didn't cover in this review.

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Let me know in the comments and I'll get back to you.

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背景與上下文

在這段影片中，講者Alastair為我們評測了Hoka Challenger 8跑鞋。他分析了鞋子的各項特點和適用場景，結合自身的使用體驗，旨在幫助觀眾選擇最適合他們需求的跑鞋。這段影片不僅提供了詳細的鞋子資訊，還分享了個人的跑步體驗，非常適合想要提高英語口語能力的學習者通過模仿練習。

日常溝通的五個重點短語

這款鞋子非常適合跑步 - This shoe is great for running.
我非常喜歡這個版本 - I really like this version.
你可以在不同場景下使用它 - You can use it in different scenarios.
舒適度非常高 - The comfort level is very high.
確保選擇合適的尺碼 - Make sure to choose the right size.

逐步影子跟讀指南

要提高您的英語口語能力，通過英語影子跟讀（shadowspeak）練習，可以跟隨Alastair的口音和語調。以下是逐步指南：

選擇片段：從影片中選擇短的片段，開始時可以是15-30秒。
第一次聆聽：徹底聆聽一次，瞭解內容和上下文。
重複模仿：暫停影片，嘗試跟著Alastair的發音進行模仿。記得關注語調和語速。
逐句跟讀：分段進行，每一句話講完後停下來，記得用英語口語練習來加強記憶。
多次練習：每天花時間反覆練習，直到可以流利地複述這段話。

通過這種方法，您不僅可以增強您的口語能力，還能提高您的聽力理解，同時加深對日常交流中常用短語的掌握。利用shadowspeaks的技巧，可以讓您迅速提升在實際場合中的英語表達能力！

影片中的語法

說話人最常用的結構，並附上影片中的原話：

結構	影片中的用法
現在完成進行時 have/has been + -ing — 以前開始、現在仍在繼續的動作	I've also been using · you've been watching
現在完成時 have/has + 過去分詞 — 過去發生但與現在仍有關聯的事	has been improved · I've missed · have been
被動語態 be + 過去分詞 — 強調發生了什麼，而不是誰做的	is articulated · has been improved · is designed
定語從句 who / which + 從句 — 補充說明人或事物	counter, which is · that, which was · foam, which is

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背景與上下文

日常溝通的五個重點短語

逐步影子跟讀指南

影片中的語法

什麼是跟讀法？