Customer Reviews Hoka Arahi 5

Works very well for night shift where I put over 25,000 steps in a 12 hour shift. Only thing would be a better shoe design with more color options.

They are perfect for my feet. I love the Hoka brand as they are a good fit for me. I also have the Gaviota and love both pairs of shoes. I wear a size 7 1/2 in regular shoes, however, in a sport shoe I am an 8. I need a stability shoe as I pronate.

Nice improvement over the Arahi 4 -- felt more balanced, comfortable, and a bit wider in the toe box. Find myself wishing they were a little more cushioned but I bought them for pronation, and in general am very happy with the fit.

I wear a 10, and because I am short (5'1") I am selfconscious about some running shoes looking enormous on my feet. I chanced ordering a lighter color, and was surprised that my Hoka Arahi shoes actually didn't appear huge. Having used only Asics for years, since my feet overpronate severely, and I need cushion and specialized stability, I was reluctant to try Hoka based only on the enthusiastic recommendation of a friend. The level of cushioned support was remarkable, and now after months of use (on hard surfaces), I am not experiencing the knee pain that can occur with any shoe, no matter how expensive, if it doesn't handle the pronation, and have sufficient cushioning. The shoe fit perfectly in my normal size; and the toe box was more than adequate to accommodate my bunion. I am one happy woman. I average 4-5 miles 5 days a week, and hike in the hills with Vasque boots on the other 2 days.

These shoes are wonderful. They are my third pair of Hoka Arahi and they have changed my life. I used to have foot pain from high arches and tight calf muscles. With my special insoles and stretches from the doctor and these shoes, I am a happy camper (and walker).

This is my third pair of Ariahs and I just love them! Somehow they've found a way to make the Ariah 5 even more cushiony and comfortable than the Ariah version 3 & 4! They've felt great from the start and I've been choosing to wear them daily since receiving them--all day not just for running. I am a severe overpronator and this style has been the most supportive I've found. It's hard to find a good stability shoe that isn't clunky and/or ugly, so I was thrilled to find these! Clearly I'm sticking with them, as this is my third pair. Highly recommend! Worth the price tag for the stability and comfort level.

When I first received these and tried them on I was worried they were going to rub on the bone on the outside of my ankle. When I decided to put them on and walk in them, I couldn't believe how comfortable they were right out of the gate. No rubbing at all. In fact, I am usually wanting to get out of tennis shoes after I've taken a walk as they feel confining and these did not make me feel that way. Considering buying another pair in another color and disposing of my others.

I bought these shoes I’m the light grey and when I realized how they help take stress off of my knees, I had to get the black and white! Love them! Sizes are very accurate, so buy your usual size shoe. I walk 3-4 miles a day and have a very bad knee, but these allow me to walk at least some. No other shoes or even other styles of hokas help with my knees like this one.

These shoes are great for heel pain! I also own Hoka Bondi which are more cushioned but these have more stability on the inner arch for overpronators. At first I felt this but after walking in them a couple of times, it was not an issue.

The fit and size was exactly what I was hoping for~! No need to return for a size larger, smaller, wider or narrower. The color was as shown and the comfort is amazing. Been so long since I've had a decent pair of tennis shoes that I had forgotten how comfortable they can be. Thanks Zappos~!

I love these shoes. I had been wearing Brooks Ghost, and probably will again, for my planter's faciitis, and then someone told me that Hoka would be good for it too. So now I have two brands from which to choose. My orthotics fit nicely in them. One drawback is that they are ever so slightly too large so that my heels go up and down in the back more than I'd like. They are not a half size too big so I had to make a decision. I use the furthest back hold for my shoe laces and I'm used to them now. I walk 20 miles a week and I needed something. Also I got the teal ones and they are very attractive.