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"Felt a half size smaller than marked". - 77% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
"Felt narrower than marked". - 67% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe had
"Moderate arch support".
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| 72% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt a half size smaller than marked"
77% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt narrower than marked"
67% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
Spira Classic Leather
Number of reviews: 91
Average customer ratings:
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2007-06-24 09:55:04 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Kurf G
from Orlando, Florida
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Add an insert (insole) and they are even better!
These shoes are a tremendous advantage for anyone experiencing lower back pain. Add an insert (Sorbothane, New Balance, etc. insole) and they are even better.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Spira running shoes
2007-06-16 05:05:11 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Rtn
from Central Ohio
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Spira Classic -
This is the second pair of Spiras I have purchased in the last 4 months. I found I needed a 1/2 size larger and wider than other shoes. I find they are very comfortable. I notice a big difference in shoe comfort when I change from my work shoes to the Spiras. I purchased my first pair to hopefully avoid surgery due to plantar fasciitis. Has worked so far.
2007-06-09 13:54:03 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Penny
from Colorado
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Not for me!
I read on the Spira website about how the shoes would wear out before the springs did, so I decided to give them a try. They felt comfortable when I 1st stood up in them, but after walking in them for no more than 5 minutes, I had pain in my hips, knees, & low back. I do have chronic back problems & wearing the wrong shoes will make it worse. I guess I will stick with the old fashioned padded soles.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance
2007-05-23 16:10:01 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Michigan
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Not What I Hoped They Would Be.
First, I bought my usual size 8.5. Too narrow for my wide foot. I returned them. I then bought a wider width, same size. It was as if the box was marked wrong. The shoe felt just as narrow and the second day I wore them the left shoe started to squeak really loud. When I pay 133.00 for a pair of shoes I don't want to hear a peep out of them. On top of that, they just were not comfortable. So I'm returning the second pair, too. Perhaps this company needs to just tweak their products and get the kinks out, but until then Spiras just are not for me. This saddens me because I had heard a lot of good about these shoes. Unfortunately, I will be shopping for another brand. But be assured Zappos customer service remains super. Just wanted to be clear on that.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: I would not recommend this shoe to anyone.
2007-05-22 10:15:30 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Jack B
from Dallas, TX
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Constant Boring Pain - Gone -
The $150.00 inserts were replaced by the $350.00 inserts which were modified twice after the plantar facia (sp)operation. The foot hurt at different muscles and bones than before treatment started about two years earlier. Acknowledgment that the boring pain was about to happen gripped me each morning when I was about to get out of bed.
Now, with the Spira, I am without the boring pain.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: None
2007-05-17 14:20:14 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Dave
from PA
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
These are the best !
I have never paid this much for a pair of shoes, but they are the most comfortable pair I ever bought. They are worth every penny. I stand on concrete every day at work and I just can't tell you how comfortable these shoes are, and the soles are not slippery. I love the springs in them. I was amazed.
I did order a 1/2 size larger than I normally wear. They fit great.
2007-04-30 11:09:39 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from north carolina
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Comfortable shoes -
Extremely comfortable with great foot support. I recommend them to people with foot and back problems.
2007-04-21 10:20:26 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Massachusetts
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Not for me -
On the recommendation of other reviews I ordered a half size larger than my regular size. It still didn't fit well. Some people may like the extra spring in the heel. For me I found this only detracted from the already minimal support for my over pronation. This shoe has given me low back pain, pain in the lateral edge of my foot and my big toe.
For people whose feet conform better to the shape of this shoe it may work. For me it was not good and I am going to order some Asics prematurely rather than continue to cause myself discomfort.
2007-03-22 07:14:31 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Ed R
from Fishkill, New York
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Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
SPIRA CLASSIC WALKER SHOE -
I've been buying my shoes from Zappos for the past few years because I have a large foot 13-4E and I like their large choices and service.
I am a right leg amputee whose left leg wears out the heels of my shoes. I have been trying different manufacturers of shoes to find one to give me support and cushioning. I bought the Spira at Christmas but haven't tried them till yesterday (when I got a new leg). Boy! What a surprise. It is like walking on a plush carpet in your bare feet. It took me a little time to get used to this but what a relief to my amputation and my other foot. The shock absorbing and comfort are great. I'm a big guy, 410lbs, 6ft. and go through about 4 pairs of shoes a year because of the heel breaking down on my left foot. I bought the shoes after reading all your reviews about people that stand all day. Figured I'd give them a try. Glad I did. If you're an amputee or have knee and leg problems I definitely recommend these for you. I can walk again without pain or stress. A little pricey but you get what you pay for. Definitely will buy another pair.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: What other shoe? These are perfect for me
2007-03-19 13:40:30 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Pat K
from YAKIMA , WA.
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Comfort:
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Finally relief from knee pain!
I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis of both knees in 2004.Knee surgery was advised but due to the high cost even with insurance help I have been putting it off. I do take some pain medications that help some. Being almost 60 I figured I would wait 5 years until medicare was available. Then I read about Spira type design in a tech magazine. So I checked them out in ZAPPOS, I read the shoe reviews and bought a pair of Classsic Leather, where were they when my knees were being trashed by standing and working on concrete all day I think if these shoes had been available 10 years ago my knees would not have deteriorated as rapidly, if at all. I am extremely impressed, the pain has diminished at least 75% my whole outlook on what I can now do without suffering later has changed. I would strongly recommend that anyone starting to experience knee pain or has been diagnosed with arthritis of the knees to buy a pair, you will be amazed I was and I'm considered a skeptical person. I am 6ft 3in. 265 pound guy not exactly a light-weight and the shoes are holding up great. Buy em... what have you got to lose!
2007-03-16 12:34:14 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Pablo
from Cali, Colombia
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
This shoe looks and feels good, but it didn't wear very well. It's worn through to the spring after less than a year, which is about half what I would normally expect from a shoe of this type and price range.
2007-02-25 10:23:17 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Gaby
from Idaho
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Women with knee and hip problems -
This is an awesome shoe for people with back trouble and any kind of spinal or leg arthritis, and if you have any kind of foot swelling this is a shoe that actually will allow you to swell and go back to its original shape when you are not swollen.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: this is the only shoe to have
2007-02-12 12:31:29 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Nancy
from El Sobrante, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
To Spira or not to Spira -
I thought I died and went to heaven when I spent my first day in my Spira Classic Leather shoes. Now I'm not your average customer - I have one leg that is almost an inch shorter than the other, and a damaged right leg from a bad injury many years ago, and I need both orthotics and a lift in my shoes. These are the best I've found in the 15 years I've been trying - and the support and cushioning of the springs last SO much longer than the ordinary athletic shoe stuff. I mean, I loved all my New Balance, Nike, and Brooks models, but their cushioning, and ability to stand up to my injury and my orthotics and my weight, just wore out way to fast. Not my Spiras! I'm about to order my third pair - but not because any have worn out - just for the variation in colors.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: MBTs, New Balance
2007-02-11 16:43:13 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
592lariat
from Lake Tahoe
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great Walking Shoe -
Took advice and ordered 1/2 size larger in the length and the shoe was perfect, normal 12 ordered a 12 1/2.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Dunham Waffle Stomper
2007-01-30 07:42:51 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Denver, CO
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
A Great Shoe -
This is my second pair of Spiras. I wear orthotics and this shoe is without doubt the best I have found in terms of comfort.
2007-01-09 05:34:27 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Ken J
from Texas
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
No more Back Pain -
When I first received the shoes, even though I had ordered them a half size larger and wider than what I usually wear, they were still too short and too narrow. When I re-ordered them a half size larger and wider, they then fit perfectly.
2006-12-24 18:16:26 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Michigan
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
A dream come true....
I have suffered from heel spurs for over 2 years now and work in a doctor's office so am on my feet all day long. There were days when I would literally hobble into my house because my feet hurt so badly. I took pain killers daily just to get through the day. The first day I wore these shoes, they were comfortable, but didn't really notice any improvement in the pain. Each consecutive day afterwards, though, the pain is less and less, and after wearing them daily for a week, my pain is almost completely gone!!!! I will never buy another brand of walking shoe again. These are the most amazing shoes I have ever worn!! As an added bonus, I wear a men's 9.5EEEE and they make my huge Flintstone feet actually look small, and not so wide. All in all, an absolutely wonderful, comfortable shoe. I am hoping that they will eventually make a slightly dressier style so that I can wear them everywhere.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Only Spiras!!!!!
2006-10-09 19:31:28 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Terry C
from Frankfort, KY
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Better than the reviews -
I read a lot of reviews about this shoe, mostly all pro. Some raters seemed to be overly critical, with what seemed to be unrealistic expectations, but I paid most attention to those people that were on their feet a lot i.e. a waitress and nurse and they were very positive and straight forward in their evaluation.
When I received my order, I found that the shoe size was perfect and to my surprise they did not need any break in at all, but were very comfortable right out of the box.
Yes they have become my favorite. An excellent shoe I will recommend to anyone.
2006-08-08 11:25:28 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
A M
from Orlando, FL
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Overall, a very good shoe -
My husband has very wide feet and chose the Spira for his work shoe. While he has difficulty with the width and comfort of even sneakers, he finds these shoes to be very comfortable and supportive. On a negative note, they are not as slip resistant as he'd hoped.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance
2006-08-04 15:10:29 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Upper Saucon PA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great Walking Shoe -
Great cushioning, great walking shoe. Only issue is that it runs a bit narrow. I needed the EE while I usually have no problems with a normal D. With the wider size, there's good toe box depth to accommodate an orthotic. Very comfortable shoe.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Brooks Dyad 2
2006-08-03 12:51:58 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Haines, Alaska
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
I work as a meat cutter & am on my feet all day on a concrete floor plus I don't have a vehicle so I walk everywhere I go. I average 8+ miles per day. My feet were killing me. I read about these shoes in a catalog my mother gets & she found them on Zappos.com, so I had her order a pair. As soon as I put them on, my feet felt better. I rarely feel the gravel in the road that I am walking on & am able to work 8-10 hrs per day without the stress of hurting feet. These shoes are absolutely "THE SHOE" - good quality, good looks and great comfort. I will be buying a second pair as soon as I can. Would love to see Spira put this "Wave Spring" technology into a hiking/work boot, insulated and water proof for winter. SD Martin
2006-07-22 07:07:50 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Rogers
from Fort Worth, Texas
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Spira Classic Leather -
Great concept! It relieved my heel pain and is giving it a chance to cure. Sensory feedback from the ground is a little different that from regular shoes, so some caution must be observed. It is not dangerous, necessarily, just less feedback than with normal shoes.
2006-07-05 10:07:01 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
VC
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Spira Classic Leather Company backs up damages -
I purchased my Spira Classic Leather shoe in Dec 2005 for work. I stand for 10-12 hrs 7 days a week during winter (6) months. The spring in the heel of the shoe broke and I sustained injury in my foot in April 2006. The store confirmed the spring was broken and replaced my pair of shoes. The Spira Classic leather is a great shoe for standing long periods of time and is very comfortable. Spira does back up their product for 1 year and I am pleased that the shoe was replaced…
2006-07-02 12:38:54 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Harvey
from West Bloomfield, MI
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Spira's Classic Leather -
A good fit, should be larger than usual size. Springs on Bottom inside help. I usually wear Brooks Addiction Walkers, but new toe shape has changed them. Helpful with my balance and walking problems, fit well with my orthotics.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Brooks Addiction Walkers
2006-06-26 15:12:03 Spira Classic Leather
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Athens, Georgia
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Spira Walker -
I am a devoted Brooks fan but decided to try the Spira. It is a very nice shoe, very comfortable and provides nice support. It is also ugly, what my kids describe as an "old man's shoe". But, I'm an old man so what the heck. I would recommend it. It is everything it claims to be, but, to be honest; I think I still prefer the Brooks.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Brooks, New Balance
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