Customer Reviews Ryka Devotion
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76%"Felt true to size"
84%"Felt true to width"
57%"Moderate arch support"
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I bought these shoes at the last minute before a trip to Europe and it was a great decision. I have problems with my forefoot and arthritis in my big toes so I was worried about the fit, but there was no breaking in period whatsoever! They have excellent shock absorption and pillow soft cushioning. I love that it stays firm on my heel without crunching my toes and that the ankle and tongue are also padded. I usually wear a size 8 in athletic shoes so that is what I ordered and it felt true to size. It fit great and I would definitely buy this again!
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This is a great shoe if you need a wide toe box and at the same time a normal heel space. Often Wide width shoes are way too wide in the heel and flop off my feet. I ordered a 9W but had to exchange them for a 9 1/2W which fits perfectly. I suffer from a Morton's Neuroma so I need enough space for the ball of my foot and my toes to spread out. And the shoes are very attractive, light weight, and give good cushioning.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I am always looking for a shoe with a roomy toe box and this shoe has it! Not only that, but it feels like you are walking on pillows and it's cute..what more could you ask for? I had been wearing Asics Gels, but I am replacing them with the Ryka Devotion.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I've had surgery on one foot and it has become increasingly difficult to find a shoe that is soft on my sensitive heel and arch problem. Right out of the box, this shoe walked me through Europe without any complications. Great for people with wide feet and who like a soft ride. Zappos really is so great about their policy for returns, because it took me quite a few tries before trying this Ryka. Thank you Zappos!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have loved Rykas for years but stopped buying them when I took up tennis 10 years ago. Ryka does not sell a shoes specifically for tennis & I thought I needed a tennis shoe to be safe, comfortable & durable. However, I have a very hard time finding a comfortable tennis shoe lately so gave Ryka a try again. I found this style to be excellent for tennis even in the durability department. We play on hard courts at least 8 hours a week so the soles do start wearing down at 3 months but are still in great shape for shopping, and all other activities. Also, I have a pretty decent sized bunion on my left foot but the mesh seems to work well with that problem so both feet are comfortable. Just love them but had hoped I would be able to get them with less color this time. However, would have gladly bought 2 pair if I could have gotten a pair with blue & a pair with green in my size but both options were out in my size.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I've worn Rykas one and off for years for Jazzercise, which has a lot of lateral moves, as well as front and back moves, skipping, lunges etc. I often found Rykas to be lightweight but lacking in cushioning. Not so with these. I love them. I wore them to class right out of the box and highly recommend them for any type of aerobic/dance workout. As for size, I wear a 4.5-5 in regular shoes, and a 5.5 in athletics shoes, but with Rykas I always need a 6.
I'd also recommend:
Asics
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes are great! I love them! They are incredibly comfortable, supportive, stable, and breathable. I do not like working out, and these make me want to work out just so I can wear them. I am a true 8, but based on other reviews, I ordered both the 8 and the 8½, and I kept the 8½. I do not regret this purchase for a minute.
I'd also recommend:
Nike, Asics, Reebok
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These are spectacularly comfortable shoes or are if like me you have wide toes and narrow heels! In which case you don't have to order a size larger than what you usually wear (though I occasionally do take a half size smaller than what I bought these in.) Plus they're good looking. But comfort is the main reason I love them; wearing them is like walking on air!
Helen W, Zappos Customer,
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Length is good but width is definitely narrow. My feet are not very wide (I always wear the default medium width in every shoe). They are very tight right at the toe joint area and with a fitness shoe it would quickly become unbearable. I would try for the next half size up ... but worried the shoe would be too big where it would not start rubbing at the heel then. Bummer ... they are cute!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I started walking several miles a week due to the pandemic. I tried several different shoes, making good use of zappos’s Runlimited program. These Ryka Devotion shoes are great. The heel has so much cushioning I’ve never had any knee or shin discomfort. They fit so we’ll that my heel doesn’t slip or rub. From the first wearing on, I have not had a blister or discomfort from the lacing. Great all around for me!
Joanne, Zappos Customer,
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I lost count of how many pairs of this walking shoe I have bought. I keep buying them because they are super comfortable right out of the box, with plenty of support, as I walk two miles everyday. My only negative comment is I wish the sole lasted longer. I have had this current pair two weeks, and there is already significant loss on the bottom of the sole.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I'm on my fourth pair of this model of Ryka. Good built-in cushion and when I use Vionic active orthodic inserts, I feel there's enough support. The shoe does not last as long as I'd like. The sole of my last pair started to crack. When I first started ordering this shoe I wore a 9.5, over time the sizing has changed and now I have to order a size 10.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Too narrow
Bunnyfer, Zappos Customer,
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All the Ryka reviews (for the styles I was looking at (...the sale ones)) said everything ran v big, and to order up to a full size down. I historically wear 9.5, though sometimes a 9...four pairs later, I ended up with these in 10. I dunno if Ryka did a sizing reboot, but in the end: comfy walking shoes, hooray!
Heather, Zappos Customer,
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Took 2 tries to get the right size. 1st time went 1/2 size up. Too short . Went up whole size and these fit great! Very comfortable with no need to break in period. Would recommend with caution about sizing.
Linda, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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This a new brand for me and I love the comfortable 'walking on a cloud' feeling. However, I am normally a size 10 and needed to go up a full size in this brand. I have never worn an 11 in my life! Beware. Worth the multiple returns however when they finally fit, dreamy shoe.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Very comfortable from day one. I had to order a 1/2 size larger and I would never call these "wide" in width. I walk about 4-5 miles per day and hope they will hold up.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Nice comfortable fit. Over-all nice style, though not my favorite Ryka Style. Excellent comfort and support. Really love the cushioning and the way the bottom of the Devotion is made for traction, buoyancy, and support. Already had this shoe in the orange color and loved it, so got it in pink when I saw it available. However, there is something ever so tiny of a difference in the pink shoe that just isn't as perfectly fitting, or handsome in looks. I know it's the same shoe, but something is just not the same and I still prefer the orange ones more.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I love these shoes as far as fit and comfort. They are probably the most comfortable walking shoe that I have ever had. They are light weight and fit my feet perfectly. The only drawback is that the soles wear out VERY fast. Walking is not my primary form of exercise. I normally do one 5 mile walk a week; occasionally two. I could understand this type of wear if I were a daily walker, but these should have lasted a year considering I only walk once a week. These didn't even last 6 months. Did I order them a second time? Yes, because of the fit and comfort. I was able to take advantage of a good sale so I didn't pay full price for them. The issue with the soles was a little more acceptable because of the price. I would not pay full price for them. I do have to mention that I think this is a problem with just about any brand of shoes these days. I have had shoes from two other brands that did the same thing. I hate to say it, but they don't make things they way they used to. I think most shoes are designed to wear out fast so we have to buy them again. Again, they are very comfortable and the fit is amazing. Just be aware of the soles wearing out too fast.
Pklein,
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I love Ryka, but guess I need to stay with Devotion XT. These were cheaper and the toe box was narrower which made my big toe go numb.Sorry because they were attractive and made my size 11 look small.
I'd also recommend:
Naot, earth origins, sketchers
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
Super comfortable but OLD LADY! Need to update colors!!!
Jamik,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I got them about a year ago maybe? They were super comfortable and still are if I didn't mind the smell. After 2-3 months, they began to smell like cat pee. They had gotten wet walking outside in the rain and after that, they smelled terrible. Washed them several times thinking it would help. At first, I thought it did as it only seemed to smell when the shoes were wet. Now, it is constant. I've also tried odor absorbers, setting in the sun/freezer etc - looked online and found it is a problem with the polyurethane in the sole releasing the smell. The fabric upper now smells great but you turn the shoe over and it is the sole that has that terrible ammonia smell. Very sad because my shoes still look and feel great because they were not worn long before I gave up trying to get the cat pee smell to go away. Nobody wants to smell like that. And now, I do not trust that other Ryka shoes will not have the same issue.
Iktomi,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
Replacing a pair exactly the same that have many many walking miles on them. Love this style shoe this is my third pair of this style and each one have held up and kept my feet comfortable.
LSDM,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
This is the 4th pair of sneakers I have bought from RYKA. Superior product and service.
Every time!!! Highly recommend!
Patricia W,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
Great fit, comfortable with bounce when I walk. Love it!
Footgramma,
0 found this review helpful.