Customer Reviews MBT Staka

Easy to walk in - Bought these to wear in the Spring- first day I wore them walked all around a zoo & ended up with a blister on left toe- wish these shoes came in wider widths, as they are a Godsend for my knees and chronic fasciitis, BUT I needed to "stretch" out the band a bit on the left. Even with the blister- no complaints! Very easy to walk in!!

I LOVE this shoe! I have wide feet, high arches, and a high instep these shoes fit me great! I did get blisters the first few times I wore them, on one of my toes. I totally disagree about the fit on the top of my foot, I usually have a hard time with shoes on top of my arch. I have no problem with these at all...

Cute shoe, very inflexible fit...not for every foot. Seconding what other reviewers have noted -- this shoe does NOT work if you have a high instep; there's just not enough adjustability in the laces on the uppers for that sort of foot! So sad, because this is one of the few MBT styles that looks sleek and feminine enough to wear with girlier spring/summer dresses -- I was thrilled when they came out because much as I adore my Kisumus, they're a little too clunky-looking to wear with some styles. But these just don't fit me right. In 8, my usual MBT size, the sole is just the right length and width, the upper is fine around the toes and the heels, but the strappy part of the vamp that comes across the instep was painfully tight, even with the laces let out as far as they could go. I then tried the 8.5 just in case, but those were definitely too big, the soles were visibly much too long...and the vamp, while a better fit, still wasn't quite comfortable. Back they went, and I wound up getting another pair of Kisumus, in a women's style that is at least a teensy bit less clunky than my original unisex black nubuck pair... The laces are supposed to allow you to fine tune the fit -- the problem is they're too short for anything but tiny adjustments; at most you only get about a half-inch of slack! MBT, please, consider revising this style with longer and/or stretchy lacing, and maybe a stretch panel under the lacing at the center of the vamp? That small change could be all it takes to make this shoe friendly to women with slightly wider feet or higher insteps. And please, please, please bring out more feminine-looking styles and fashion colors while you're at it! Some of us absolutely adore the comfort, pain relief, and workout quality of your shoes, but don’t like always looking like we're wearing a hippie grandma's orthopedic clunkers...

Delivers on their promise - I spent a lot of time online researching these shoes before I bought them. At $200 a pair, I was skeptical at best. But, I was also desperate. I had just had back surgery in July 2008. After the surgery I was sent home with the following orders: no bending, no twisting and no lifting anything heavier than 10 pounds. BUT, I was told it was important for me to walk to help strengthen my back and the recovery process. I was frustrated because as much as I tried, I found I could only walk about 6 blocks in my old flat shoes before the ache in my back became too much to bear. I was gaining weight, feeling miserable and needed something to get me back on my feet again - literally. So I finally gave in and ordered the most expensive pair of shoes I've ever owned. I got standard shipping and Zappos upgraded me to free overnight shipping. Less than 24 hours after placing my order, I had my brand new MBTs in my hands. I put them on and went for a walk. Three and a half miles later I was still walking with absolutely no back pain! I was and am still completely sold on these shoes. They really deliver on their promise. I have since bought another pair of MBTs. And, now that I'm back at work part time after the surgery I'm shopping for another pair of MBTs that are office appropriate. I've found that I can't stand wearing other shoes anymore. As a bonus, my legs have really firmed up. Even though I've put on about 40 pounds in the last year as a result of my back injury and surgery, I started seeing a lot of definition in my calves in the last month. I am now working on losing the weight I've gained; I can't wait to get back to my normal weight to see what my legs look like... I bet they will really be cut if I'm already seeing some awesome definition!

I bought these for my mom, as she has problems with her feet. Once she tried these on she was amazed as to how her feet no longer were in pain. Thanks again Zappos!

Great price on a great shoe - I was very glad to find MBTs at a discount. These shoes are worth every penny. I have chronic pain on the ball of my foot, but when wearing these pain disappears. I was a little concerned since I have narrow feet, but they can lace up tight. Also, the shipping was lightning fast!! I live in Vegas where Zappos is headquartered. The only way I could have received them any sooner would have been if someone hand delivered them.

Finally took the plunge. I'd been wondering about these for a while. I'm a runner and have been suffering with foot pain for some time, so I thought I'd give these a try. They feel amazing; like exercise balls, they make you adjust your posture using all your muscles. This style seems true-to-length. It may pinch one bunion, but as it is leather -- and adjustable -- I'm sure that it will break in. The one with orange trim is more gray than brown. I'm going to look at the blue "Beluga" color and decide, but will certainly keep one. As always, Zappos rocks.

Another triumph for MBT! I ordered these yesterday and they arrived today, in less than 24 hours. Thank you Zappos! I love MBT shoes and have four pairs. When I saw these, I was so happy, but in the beginning the reviews were poor. Yesterday I looked to see which MBTs were on sale, and the Staka was getting much better reviews! I am a 9.5 and I ordered the 41. These are a perfect fit and are comfortable right out of the box. If you haven't tried an MBT yet, it is so totally worth it. I have a birthing injury to my right posture oblique, which hurts from prolonged standing, but not when I am in my MBTs. Hint: Rock in them when you are at a standstill.

Great Looking. Great For You. Hard on the Pocketbook. Love my MBTs - they are really the only things that make my feet feel better. Luckily this new style is a lot more attractive than previous ones. Expensive, but my feet are worth it.

MBT sandal - Love the new look, prettier, slimmer and not so bulky. Make more colors! Would be nice if it were in solid black.

MBT Staka = LOVE - These are clearly the best shoes I have ever owned worth the exception of another style of MBT's that I have... My back pain (chronic) is gone!!! My knee is 50% better, and my life is 100% better. They are totally worth the money. I usually wear a 7 but went to an 8 and they are perfect. So they run about 1 size smaller. One of my friends went from an 8 to a 9.5.

HAPPY FEET in the summertime, too!!! The anti-shoe concept is great, especially for my hammertoed, size 11, narrow foot. My toes are not crunched, my sole & soul are happily strolling along. I get many positive comments and inquiries about "what kind of shoe is that?" I direct them to Zappos of course. That way they have a chance to actually try the shoe on for an accurate evaluation and still have an option if it was not suitable. Thank you from a VERY satisfied customer!!!

MBT does it once again!!! Great fit and finally a more feminine daintier look...thank you. Love this make and find it is all I ever wear anymore. My back, legs and rear end thank you MBT!!! I now own 9 pairs and still counting. Fit is accurate, my foot tends to run a little narrow and this fits perfect, usually I struggle with excess material. I love the style.

Love this sandal! I normally wear a size 7.5 and ordered the Staka in 8.5 which was perfect. I am very prone to blisters on my heel and pinkie toe, but the Staka has not given me any problems, even though I wear the shoe all day most every day. I have even received some compliments on its looks! It does not look as orthopedic as the closed shoes at all.

Love 'em!! MBTs are awesome shoes! This is my second pair, but both are new to me. I’ve had lower back pain for five years, and I could not believe that the pinch I feel in my back WENT AWAY immediately when I stepped into these shoes. They just shifted my alignment and relieved pressure. The pain comes back if I wear other shoes or go barefoot. I’m a true believer! I did get a blister on my right ankle because I wore these sandals all day long the first day. And I ordered a half size larger than I’d normally wear, and this is a very good fit. Not too tight at all. Also, I think the materials are high quality and good looking. The shoe is clunky, but I’m willing to pay that price.

I like these sandals a lot, mainly because they're cuter than most of the MBT sandals. Some reviews said they rubbed blisters so I wore them with socks the first few times (NOT attractive!). The first time I wore them without socks for an extended period of time (5 hours) the left heel strap rubbed a blister. I haven't worn them since then but plan to give them another try.

Great Shoes - Shoe runs small, order next size up. Most comfortable shoes I've owned. Will clean my closet of others I don't find comfortable. Clean lines, simple style. Would like the trim to match leather color as I wear a lot of different colors in the summer. These shoes are cool to wear in the hottest weather. I love them!!!!

Great for my back - I bought this shoe to help with hip and back pain. So far it has been great. And I have gotten a lot of compliments on the style. It is really comfortable and fun to wear.

So cute - At 73 I wear practically no other shoes than MBT. These are so attractive and comfortable and do what my others do so well... relieve pain, exercise my core muscles, and energize all of me. I'm particularly enjoying these now that the warm weather is here and fine they look fabulous with jeans or skirts. And everyone I know who has this brand and wears them have lost at least one pants size due to the "Pilates effect". Thanks again!

MBT Staka - I love these shoes. I wore it while walking all day while in Las Vegas. They are great and comfy. I also wear it going to work. I also have the MBT Sport Low and wear at work. It was recommended by a plastic surgeon that I work with in the O.R. She also has 2 pairs. They are great especially being on my feet all day, standing while in surgery. Ordered half size larger.

Great Shoe - Since I have had foot problems for several years this shoe has helped my problems tremendously. No other shoe can take its place. I was so excited when they came out with a new style of sandal. The service I received from Zappos could not be beat, after ordering them online one day and they were at my door the next day. How's that for SERVICE?

These are wonderful. Read about them a couple of years ago but hesitated to spend the money. Shouldn't have waited so long. Love these sandals, love the way they make my legs feel, like every step is a workout. Love Zappos!!!

Caution - The sandals are absolutely wonderful and as comfortable as all other MBT shoes. They do, however run very small. I ordered the same size as my other two pairs of MBTs and could not get my feet into the sandals. Then I exchanged them for one full size bigger and am pleased as punch.

MBT Staka Dawn - Shoes are wonderful and I have found that when ordering I use the Birkenstock size and these fit great!