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72%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

13%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

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4%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

76%"Felt true to size"

84%"Felt true to width"

57%"Moderate arch support"

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The shoe is cute, but, with a high arch, the lace was too short.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Ive had these for a week and ive already had to replace the insoles. Right from the start i could also feel the tred through the shoe. I would NOT recomend these for heavy walkers or people in service industries who are on their feet a lot.
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If the shoes was a little longer and wider, it would have worked for me. My daughter tried them on and she loved them, so I gave them to her. My shoe search continues ...
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I bought these to wear to work as a nurse working 12 hour shifts. These are very comfortable when you put them on, they feel very cushiony, like memory foam. But that proved terrible for being on my feet. Only 3 hours in my feet and back were killing me. Sent them back. Previously wearing Brooks addiction walkers and Dansko.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks, Merrel
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I liked the original one so much better. More comfy and more stylish. The coloring was brighter and prettier (to my way of thinking).
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
Unlike my many other Ryka purchases, this pair of walking shoes offered very little support to my feet which became very uncomfortable after several minutes of trying on. . Before I send them back, I want to try them on one more time to be fair.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I wanted to like this shoe. It is nice looking and had great reviews. Unfortunately, it was too tight and too short. Zappos was out of 11W so my hunt for a comfortable walking shoe continues...
I'd also recommend:
Saucony
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I first ordered these in my normal size but the toe box felt too tight, so exchanged them for a pair one-half size larger. The larger ones fit well, and I am enjoying walking in them, but they look larger than I am accustomed to on my feet. I wanted to try these b/c another style I have liked and ordered several times, consistently wear in the same place. Hoping these will not.
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I normally wear a 9.5 shoe and went up to 10.5 and it was still too small. The shiny trim also makes it look kind of tacky. It would have been comfortable if it had fit but the appearance wasn't worth the re-order.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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These shoes really looked great on my feet. But with my planter fasciitis they didn't feel very good so I am returning them.
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I really liked these shoes and it's the second pair I bought. The first pair the bubbles burst within a few weeks and every time i would step air would come whooshing out. They were still somewhat comfortable but not quite as good as in the beginning. I was hoping that problem was unique to that pair of shoes. The second pair that I now wear the bubbles burst in one of the shoes the second day I had them. Fairly disappointed but they are still more comfortable than other walking shoes I've had. These ones also make a sound of air whooshing out every time I step.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I pronate and I thought these would have the stability I need. They did not. Am returning.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Cute shoes, but..... I wear a size 9.5 med width in most tennies, have a very high arch and prominent bunions on each big toe joint. Really wanted the color of the ones in the video but not available when I ordered, but the reviews sounded good, so ordered the gray/pink/green ones. The pink laces were a bit much for me, so I replaced them with gray ones. Easy peasy. The fit was not the problem, and they are very cushy to walk in as others have stated, but almost too cushy to the point of feeling like I'm walking in sand trying to move forward. Also, if you look at the underside of the shoe, there is a large raised diamond right under the ball of the foot that, for me, created a very uncomfortable pressure point when wearing them. So...back they go. I'll stick with the more evenly smooth soles.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Decent walking shoe. I had a problem with the rubber heel coming apart about 1 month in - Zappos immediately offered to with refund or send another pair. I opted for a replacement pair and so far so good. Very comfortable shoe and true to my athletic shoe size.
I'd also recommend:
Asics
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these are great shoes but need more glue on the uppers. there is a space where there should be glue. but decided to wear anyway and not return. i needed the shoes to wear immediately. but beware.
I'd also recommend:
sacony
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
I needed a new shoe for Jazzercise which is a high impact cardio exercise program. Based on the reviews, I decided to give the Women's Devotion Trainer a try. It has excellent traction, good fit, and looks sharp. However, in my opinion, it is not supportive enough for the frequent side to side movement that is done in Jazzercise. Rather than a trainer, it is more like a high intensity walking shoe. In fact, the side of the box states it is a walking shoe. Perhaps, this is a good shoe for someone who keeps Jazzercise low-impact or has better ankles than me.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have had 5 pairs of Ryka Devotion shoes. They are the absolute best in comfort and great style. I have narrow heels, high arches and feet that started hurting a couple years ago out of the blue in winter so bad that I was hobbling the minute I got out of bed (most of the joints in my body do this and we have no idea why) These shoes are a godsend, especially when I stand all day at work. However, my complaint is that the bottoms of the shoes come off. I have had both black and grey colors and both do this. After wearing them a few months, the individual bottom pieces start to come unglued. I get out the gorilla glue or crazy glue and glue them back down, then a few weeks later repeat the process. After about 6-8 months, I just rip them off. I kept one pair for work (only carpet) and one for daily wear but that didn't matter so I now rotate them. They have all worn down so much that it's time for new shoes. I'm reluctant to buy them again, but multiple trips to many shoe stores have resulted in nothing that fits or is comfortable. I used to be an Asics fan but they have gone downhill. I've got some other 5 star recommendations in my cart, but others by their company just don't feel good at the store. Hopefully, Ryka has cleaned up their QA?
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have very narrow heels and a wider toe area, so these shoes are a perfect fit. Finally a pair of shoes that doesn't scrunch my toes and that's tight enough in the heel and arch area to hold my foot in place so my feet around sliding around in the shoes. They are very comfortable to walk in and leave me with none of my usual aches and pains. One big drawback though, is that I've only had them for about a week and have been walking around 3-4 miles a day, and the soles are already wearing down quite a lot. The lack of sturdiness in this area is quite a shame considering the comfort and rare to find fit of the shoe.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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These are not a neutral shoe. I wish Ryka would make that known in the description. I'm an overpronator and these exaggerate that, rolling my feet inward even more. At first I just thought it was the lack of arch support so I added in my supports but it didn't help. The heel is also a little low for the added support. Other than that....they had the level of padding and bounce I was hoping for.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
this is the first pair of rykas in 20 years that I do not like. What happened to plain old devotion?
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These are super cute and when you first put them on you say "ahhhh," but just like lying on a really soft bed, that only lasts for so long and eventually you realize you need more support. For me, they were just too squishy and they also tended to slip in the heel. They were the right size so a half size down wouldn't have made sense, perhaps it's the materials. For the price and the limited use of these ones (indoor dance/aerobic/zumba), it wasn't worth it and so I returned these.
I'd also recommend:
ASICS
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I do a lot of fitness walking and did a lot of research regarding wide width walking shoes; this shoe was on the list of those highly rated. I really liked the look of this shoe; I ordered it in the Frost Grey/Metalic. I ordered a 1/2 size up in my wide width. Unfortunately, they still didn't fit quite right-a bit small and tight. I ended up with New Balance instead and they seem to work out better for me. I'm glad that these shoes work for others, because they really are cute and I think the cushioning and support seem very good.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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While they may be the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned, they are also the least durable. I bought these shoes just 3 months ago and the soles are absolutely crumbling. I admit I'm hard on shoes, I work a physically demanding job on my feet (teaching preschool) but these had no tolerance for any kind of stress. I'm still a fan of Ryka, but if you plan of wearing these more than only occasionally I would recommend looking at another style or be ready to replace them in a couple of months.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Ryka
I love the look of the shoes and when I first put them on they felt OK but after walking in them for a short while my feet started to hurt. I took out the insole and place my foot on it outside of the shoe and realize that the arch support began way past the arch of my foot. I had to take the insert out in order to wear these shoes comfortably. I wish that I could return them but I already have worn them so according to policy I can't return them for another pair.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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My first pair of Ryka shoes was not all that I'd hoped. My usual favs are Asics and New Balance but I really liked the colors of these so I gave them a try. I walk three brisk miles daily. The first time I wore these there was a noticeable tendency to pronate inward at the ankle. I've never had this problem with any other brand of shoe. So disappointing because they are really cute.
I'd also recommend:
Asics, New Balance
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