Hoka’s Acclaimed Mach 6 Trainer Is Over 20% Off at Nordstrom Right Now

When you think of Hoka running shoes, a few words probably come to mind: pillowy, plush, maybe even marshmallowy. While the brand is rightly famous for its max-cushion shoes, that’s not the only kind of footwear Hoka makes. The Hoka Mach is a streamlined, lightweight shoe designed for going fast, and it’s a superb bargain right now. This peppy trainer is over 20% off during Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale.Nordstrom is selling the Hoka Mach 6 for just $110, a 21% discount from its $140 MSRP. Hoka has released its successor, the Mach 7, but it features the exact same midsole design as the 6, so you won’t miss much by opting for this discounted shoe. Nordstrom has the best deal on it, too. REI is nearly sold out in both men’s and women’s, and it’s the same story at Fleet Feet. I couldn’t find the Mach 6 on sale and in stock at any other retailer, including Hoka's website.Shop Men’s at nordstrom.com | Shop Women’s at nordstrom.comThe Mach is the black sheep in Hoka’s lineup: It’s lightweight, firm, and built for peppy responsiveness. The Mach 6 features a supercritical EVA foam midsole, which means the foam is infused with tiny gas bubbles. These bubbles reduce the midsole’s weight and compress on landing, then spring back into shape at toe-off, boosting the shoe’s energy return and creating a propulsive ride. On the bottom, the Mach’s outsole has a fairly generous amount of rubber for good grip and durability on the pavement, and it's topped with a breathable mesh upper.The midsole in the Mach isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but those who appreciate a firm, responsive underfoot sensation definitely love it. It really comes alive during fast-paced workouts, making it a great choice for all kinds of speedwork, from fartleks to tempo runs to interval sessions.I’ve covered running shoe deals for years, and finding a pair of Hokas in stock and on sale for over 20% off is very rare—scoop your pair of Mach 6s ASAP before Nordstrom runs out of stock (as it does at every other retailer).Michael is a freelance writer with years of experience covering gear and the outdoors for Runner's World and other publications; when he's not writing, he's usually biking, hiking, and running in the mountains around Los Angeles, where he lives.