Customer Reviews Hoka Gaviota 2

I used these shoes for running and they are not as easy on my feet as the Bondi6. I find that my feet are aching by the time I finish my run.

I usually run in the Clifton. These were too stiff, rigid and heavy.

I work in healthcare and work 12+ hour days. I thought these shoes would be great.....sadly disappointed. I even did my research on which style to buy. Just very very disappointed.

I bought these and the bondi 7 these just my feett the others are great

I don't have particularly wide feet, but do have some foot issues. Bought because I wanted a shoe with a wide toe box for a bunion and a firm sole for a turf toe injury. Worked for both of those. But squeezed the right mid foot and was extremely painful. Had to return.

I'm a middle distance runner with distances between 3-12 miles a run, often running 6-8 miles during a run either on the treadmill or road, 4-5x a week. I've been wearing various HokaOneOne styles since approximately 2013. Earlier versions had a nice toe box in "regular" sizing. Stinson and earlier Bondi models had a "wider" toe box in regular sizing and so much cushion, which were perfect and solidified my commitment to the brand. Sadly, the toe boxes in the newer models and styles seem to get narrower and I am now needing a "wide" for similar comfort. These shoes, even in wide, are causing my middle toes to feel numb after the first mile or so. I've tried several lacing options, with minimal success. After the first mile, the paddling under the ball of my foot feels lumpy. Also the shoe laces are incredibly long and I am tucking them into the side of my shoes so as to not trip on them, which is also less comfortable. Having purchased two pairs (one for indoors and outdoors) for over $300, I'm keeping them since I've worn them, but I definitely do not love them. Honestly, I'm heartbroken.

Bought this exact shoe men's gaviotta 2 size 9.5 wide 9 months ago. Love them. Perfect. Wanted a second pair and ordered the exact shoe and much more narrow and could not get on left foot without discomfort. Sent back. They were either mislabeled or Hoka has changed the design. I will look at shoes in brick and mortar store when Covid calms down

There is not enough support in this shoe for my feet, the sole is too soft.

I bought these to walk/exercise in. They were purchased online, and fit much tighter than same size in local store. They seem shorter and more narrow. Half of my foot was numb after first use. Dont think I will buy anymore of these shoes.

Not really happy with these shoes. They will disappear in the closet. Very hard and stiff - not really flexible. Also the cushioning does not feel that soft compared to other brands unfortunately. Really thought they would be very different : -(

I have one pair of Clifton 6, and 2 pairs of Bondi 6 shoes, and every one has the most posterior right side sole pad coming unglued.

These one the insole is not as soft as the Gaviota 2 I had before the insole is hard i wore these for three twelve hour shifts and my feet is not completely comfortable. I wish the insole was softer in these as the ones I had before.

My first set of HOKAs and the customer service person I spoke to said they run a little full so I went down to a 10 because 10.5 in my other brand always feels a little big. I actually think I might need an 11 unless there's a big difference between 10 and 10.5

I bought these shoes after careful research into the best support for plantar fasciitis. Sadly, I am disappointed in the fit. My feet hurt worse after wearing them and end up changing shoes half way through a shift.

I am a casual runner. I don't do marathons; I prefer going on every other day short distance runs (around 2.5 miles) every other day, so around 12 or 13 miles per week. Beware that these shoes look cute and initially feel very well padded; you'll feel light on your feet and it's a relief for injuries like shin splints. BUT the problem is that they're not made to last, and the toe box can feel weirdly narrow for extra wide feet. Make sure to get the wide size if you do buy them...It's just disappointing and annoying that the extra cushioned soles I paid for were totally worn flat less than 4 months into owning the shoes. Even worse, they started to feel stretched out around the ankles even before they felt worn out on the bottoms, which caused a feeling of instability. Thicker socks did not make the shoes feel stabler. Honestly, how is anyone running long distance on a regular basis using these shoes? Most of my running shoes last around 6.5 months, and my ankles are better supported. For almost $170 with tax and shipping, these shoes are overpriced and overrated. I'm not sure if I'll continue to use HOKA for my running shoes.

I use for work since I am a lot on my feet. Wish I could return them. I were them for 3 days now and my feet is on fire.

I've run in Hoka for years now. Went to a neutral stability shoe and had some issues. Was evaluated and determined I needed to stay in a stability shoe so I went to the original Gaviota. No problems. Then when it was time for new shoes I went to the Gaviota2. Fine for a couple months but now I have heel pain all the time. I check some of the negative reviews here and found others with the same issue. It's so bad now that I have to shut myself down for at least a week. Never had this before and didn't experience it with prior model. Don't want to spend money for an insole and not confident in the shoe anymore so don't want another pair. The only other stability shoe is the Arahi but I need the additional cushioning. Disappointed.

I bought these yesterday, wore them to work today and they absolutely killed my feet. Makes me want to wear my old shoes to work tomorrow especially since I read they have no break in period.

Evidently I ordered them too small; should have ordered a size 12. BIG error on my part.

This seemed to be suggested as the best option for overpronators from Hoka mods. The problem? An overpronator needs maximum stability and 'responsive' soles. Finding that the bottom was made almost completely from foam, though springy, does not provide accurate support without wearing down incredibly fast leaving you in pain where as a firm rubber sole would perhaps negate that issue. Does seem to run tight along foot near toes but fits well everywhere else. Can not stand by this being a suggestion for the OP'ers. only used frequently for a month before having to go and buy a different pair from another company. it just wore down so quick and I can't deal with dislocation of tendons every afternoon because a shoe wouldn't hold up and shifted my foot out of position. No thanks.

They are big and heavy! They do not offer much arch support. They are very soft.

Very comfortable. But after wearing for an hour the shoe starts to squeak like there is a broken cell in the sole. Very disappointing.