Customer Reviews Hoka Gaviota 2

The quality is average. Hoka has been modifying the designs of recent where the shoes are less constructed. For example, the Gaviota is all mess material on the upper part. There is no foundation border around it, so these shoes tear sooner. The same has occurred with several models. I like Hoka's brand so I I hope that new designs create a better constructed, longer lasting shoe.

I moved to the Arahi 4 to gain some cushion and lighten the weight over my Brooks. I do like the light weight of the shoe, but the "J frame" is very aggressive. In fact, if I'm walking or doing a slower pace, it pushes me to the outside constantly. It's unfortunate. However, if you're a severe over pronator even when you run a slower pace or walk, this shoe could be for you.

Does not give as much support where I need it. But it is a comfortable shoe

I put them on and immediately felt the crunch in my feet. The mid soul and heel are perfect so going wide would only cause those areas to be too loose. I'm guessing all the other features and quality are okay. I ended up purchasing the ALTRA Provision 4 which has a more roomy toe box.

Gosh, I so wanted to love these shoes! The support and cushioning is so much better than the new (and NOT improved Arahi) but the heel pain is unbearable. I have a normal width foot, so bec. this is a wider shoe w/a definite flared/bulky heel (great for stability not so much for comfort) I attempted to adjust my sock, lacing strategy and everything in my tool box to get a comfortable fit. It seems to me that the material is both rough and stiff, and that is what is causing the heel friction, bec. I can tighten it up pretty well using the rabbit ear technique, but the pain is unrelenting. I hate to waste so much money, but these shoes need modifcation before I can try again. (I am currently attempting to stick a heel guard on the back for some cushion and to tighten the heel, but first I have to give my aching, bruised feet a chance to recover.

I have loved my Hoka Gaviotas in the past but I'm disappointed that these already have a hole in them on the inside of the ankle near the laces. I mainly use these for walking on sidewalks/streets so it's not like they have have been used in overly hard conditions. I've never had a problem with my previous Hokas.

Love these shoes. My podiatrist recommended them + Mizuno as the brands with the best support. So I run and walk heavily in these daily -- 25k steps a day and couldn't be happier...for the most part. Except: five months in, the left pinky-toe area is showing massive deterioration on the sole. It's almost completely worn down in that area. I'm almost 50 and have never had abnormal wear before...my treads always get evenly, consistently on both shoes. But for whatever reason, the left foot in this area is just wearing down fast. Is it a one-off? A quality issue? No idea. I'll be buying another pair and will revise my review then or post a new one.

Shoe is very cushy for walking but I need a trainer so sole is too thick.

The cushioning in this shoe is great and feels much more comfortable than any other shoe I have run in. I'm pretty consistent in shoe sizing though and this product feels too narrow. I've never had to buy a "wide" shoe but will with this brand.

I use them for walking and treadmill. They rub my ankle bone slightly.

I wanted to try the gaviota, but I am not able to wear them comfortably. I wish I could trade them in for the Bondi 6 that fit my foot perfectly and feel like I'm walking on clouds.

They are my workout shoes (low impact only), but my feet need a much more comfortable style, like the Clifton 4.

This shoe is made well ,I say shoe because it doesn't feel like a sneaker . It is very heavy and even looks a bit clunky .I already wore them a couple of times , so I did not return them .

I love this shoe! It is quite comfortable, however after just two months the heal area on the side has worn down to the plastic. Quite disappointing.

Not made same as my (3) other Hoka shoes. They seem like they are made cheaper or with less care as my first shoes.

I use these as my running sneakers as I suffer from a lack of arch and need extra support. The support is great however after a couple runs I noticed more pain around my ankles and hips. This pain is unusual and realized it was from the sneakers.

I run about 20-25 miles a week and really wanted to love this shoe. I ordered a 8.5 wide and initially the length and width felt great. But after my 4th run in them, my toes started to go numb around mile 3. Everything else was super comfy, but even bypassing the first loops for lacing, it didn't help. I tried to loosen the laces but the shoe moves around too much. I had to return. Not sure if I should try the other stability brands Hoka offers...but definitely disappointed.

I had to buy 1/2 size smaller than usual since the model I wanted wasn't available in my size. Not the same experience.

I am an RN. After 18 months of 12-hour shifts, my 2 pairs of Gaviota 1 are at the end of their rope. I used them exclusively for work. Very nice support, the toe box was very comfortable. After I got the Gaviota 2s, it was evident that they are narrower, especially the toe box. My big toes are sore after a few hours. This never happened with the Gaviota 1s. I hope this will improve with time. And the materials feel cheaper, "more plastic". Still a decent shoe but I liked the older model a lot more.

Putting this shoe on felt so great at first but after a short time my feet started to ache. Also, walking in them sort of felt like having my feet in cement shoes. They felt very heavy and like my feet were sliding around inside of them. Maybe they are just a little too big, I couldn't really figure it out. I returned them and got them Hupana Ems which seemed a bit better and almost half the price.

The length of the shoe fits well, however the width of shoe fits narrow. I have pain on the outside of both feet. It will probably be an excellent shoe for others just not for me. It is worth buying and at least trying it out.