Customer Reviews Easy Spirit AP1

I bought the Easy Spirit AP1 at the same time as another style, Motion. The AP1 is far superior as it is fully lined and quite comfortable. Easy Spirit is one of the few brands that carries my size (9 1/2 Wide) and offers leather shoes at reasonable prices. I did find that they are a little short in height on my feet, making it difficult to tie the shoes tightly enough as the laces don't come up very high. Other than that, they are a good buy.

This shoe was my favorite in the past but lately it feel more narrow than an extra wide which is a big problem for me. I use a shoe stretcher to make it wider

Could not wear. Although perfect in length and width at the front, way too wide in the heel, even with socks.

Comfortable and just a little hot, but that should go away. I have worn these for years, and my only issue is that they are sticky at first and since I sometimes don’t lift my right foot as much as I should I have to remind myself to walk heel toe and not shuffle. The old AP1 pair I have been wearing are nice and smooth on the bottom, and they don’t get caught on the tile and carpet when I walk, so II suppose this new pair will get smooth if I walk outside in them. These are really nice shoes, but sometimes I wish the toes weren’t quite so pointy. These have been around for a long time, though, so maybe it’s best not to mess with success.

I think that I need a size 5.5 but can't locate the directions for exchanging them.

Great shoe, except they were to long; I reordered them in a half size smaller and they're still a bit long, but will be okay to wear.

Shoes are comfortable with no arch support and feel a little longer than a regular size 8W. With full socks on, the heel slippage is not noticeable.

I have a narrow foot and these gapped on me. Also they only have a thin amount of padding in the sole...not enough for my morton's neuroma.

These shoes are for my mother who had polio and wears two different size shoes. They are the only shoes she wears. Had to find a moderately price shoe that would hold up since we have to buy 2 pairs. They almost lasted her a year. Love to be able to get price break but that is how it goes. 2nd purchase for these shoes.

I have ordered these shoes before. Always a good fit. Unfortunately, the shoes in the 10 W box were actually marked 10M. Didn"t even have to try on. Sent back for wide size.

Shoe is a little stiff, but I’m sure it will soften with wear. Perfect shoe for colder weather when I want something more sturdy on ice.

looks good. Fits well except that the heel slides up and down even with sox or my orthotics.

Although shoes fitted okay,9B,back slipped up and down. I inserted a thin front inner sole & still slipped. Leather did crease on front of shoe.

Currently wearing these shoes (size 10 in black) walking around Juneau, Alaska. They look presentable enough to be welcome in a restaurant, yet comfortable for a lot of walking on streets, docks, and gravel trails. I slipped-out the padded liners in the shoes and slipped-in my own arch supports for more comfort walking. Other than that, it's a really good shoe.

Bought these for cruise since had plantar fascia problem and was concerned about walking in dire pain. With a little help from OTC meds and these really comfortable shoes, I was fine!

I own several pairs of Easy Spirit AP1's, and find them exceedingly comfortable. But I notice that their availability in my size (11 AA) is becoming infrequent, and I dread the day when there will be nothing available.

Wanted a pair of walking shoes not so clunky. I was able to insert my orthodics in them and since they tie, the shoe fit great. Walked all over Charleston without any problem. This is the second pair of these shoes that I have owned.

I’ve bought several pairs of AP1 over the years. It’s a comfortable walking shoe and doesn’t look overly athletic. It has some arch support, but not a lot. They are comfortable right out of the box. In fact the first day I wore this pair, I had them on from 7am to 9pm and they were still as comfortable as when I first put them on! I only said four stars instead of five as I know arch support is particularly important for some people.

Lightweight - Unlike many shoes of this type, this one is lightweight, sole is thin.

Comfortable shoe - The ratings given here are by mother. I was going to return this shoe because it was not wide enough for my feet although I ordered 2E. My mother tried it on, however, and decided to keep it. I will be looking for another pair of walking shoes.

I have had this style shoe before and loved them. I guess my feet have changed significantly over the years as they are not so comfortable for me now. My feet are very wide and while they fit okay the sole isn't as wide as my foot so they bulge out on the sides. I am very disappointed that I need to return them.

Slippery When Wet - I love these shoes, wear them everyday, but do be careful if walking on wet floors or ice. They have a "rubber-LIKE" sole, not rubber and that makes all the difference if that helps anyone with concerns. I love this shoe so much I wish Easy Spirit would make the AP1 with rubber soles! The long line makes my wide foot look more slim. Back to the slipperiness - one time I stepped on my wet, washed floor and had one foot slide straight out to the right; in trying to gain control, the left foot slipped straight out to the left and I did the splits! It was funny, but it could also be very serious.

Great casual shoe - Happy to find it runs true to width as well as size. Very comfortable first day I put them on. Not too much arch support, but still comfortable after a full work day.