Customer Reviews Hoka Gaviota 3

Very nice shoes and very comfortable the only thing or kind of narrow for my heel but that's pretty good shoes

A little disappointed. Maybe it's just this type of shoe, but not worth the price tag.

I ordered the Gaviota show when I had to return my pair Clifton 7 due to a warranty issue. I did a lot of research and heard the Gaviota had more support and better reviews then the Clifton's. When I received my credit I used it along with the extra $40 do get to the $160 price range. I guess in my mind I figured more expensive, more comfortable better quality. I have to say that even though they are made really well, they are not nearly as comfortable as the Clifton's. I thought about returning under the trial period offered but you are of of the Clifton's under mid-September and I can't wait that long. Needless to say great show, just not as comfortable overall and not what I expected for so much more money.

I am a nurse, and on my feet all day. These shoes are comfortable enough, but for what I paid, I guess I was expecting more. Plus, after less than a month of wear the sole is already peeling off. I probably won't be replacing them.

Do you make sure that you check your size. I typically wear an 8 1/2 in most brands however wear an eight in HOKAS. I give these shoes a three star because they're not the most stable that I've ever worn. They do have a good amount of stability to them but I feel there a better mix of stability and cushion. I'm still struggling with them a bit as I have a lot of heel pain. I can't really tell if the shoe makes it better or worse. I'm still trying to figure out if the correction of the shoe is trying to help the pre-existing problem I had or if it's actually irritating it. I however do wish the toebox was just a little bit more narrow on the shoes as I get some play on the top of my foot in the toebox. I purchased an 8B

I purchased a pair for plantar fasciitis relief at the suggestion of my podiatrist. I did not like how bulky this shoe was. It was comfortable to wear but so bulky it looked like my feet were almost 2x as big. I tried the black ones. Maybe a different color would be better? Regardless, I returned them. I preferred the Arahi.

I've owned more than 50 pairs of Hoka's and this is the first time I've sent them back. The older version is so much better.

to tight

As a flat-footed overpronator, I loved the Gaviota 2. My foot sat in a neutral position with subtle arch support and excellent cushion. I wore those shoes down and had to replace. I thought the Gaviota 3 would be the same, but there are changes to the shape and the upper which have made it more like the Arahi 2, a shoe I did not find comfortable. The Gaviota 3 is pushing my stride into pronation and giving my foot cramps. I will not purchase these again. What I do like about the Gaviota 3 is the cushion, it is fantastic. I always recommend the brand to friends, but I am sad this shoe is not what it was.

These are the second pair I purchased since the first pair were not wonderful like everyone has extolled (Bondi). For the price, I am unimpressed, but I inadvertently threw out the box and can't return. My heels hurt after wearing them for an extended period and they rub the sides of my feet. Will keep looking for the perfect walking shoes elsewhere.

I ordered the black on black color. I received my pair w glue near the shoe laces. I exchanged them for an identical pair, they also had glue by the shoe laces. It appears to be a design issue. I am leaning toward keeping them because they are comfortable, provide good balance for my pvolve workouts and aesthetically I like them. I do, however, wish they were a teeny bit higher in the back for support. If I didn't need these specifically for the balance aspect I would be in my Bondi 7s (the most perfect pair of tennis shoes I have ever owned).

So, I never ever have ordered footwear online. Your add seemed very nice. And good quality too. The front is too large and wrinkly. I do need to buy toe and heal protectors. I don't have a good feeling. I will also need to wear more substantial sox. I don't know if going down to a 9 will solve the problem. They do feel more stable than other foot wear I've had. Maybe the majic bullet. I only buy New Balance which I put on and begin to wear them. Never an issue. My next pair of footwear will be tried on in a store. That simple. Regards

This shoe was too small, different style from my last pair and had to return them.

Overall it's a nice supportive shoe, however I believe the shoes run small because I ordered a half size up and wide and the shoe is very snug on my foot with no extra room. I'm not exactly sure if it's my foot personally and how I walk, or if it's the shoe itself, but the left shoe where that curve in the foot is, the seam rubs up against the side of my foot terribly when I walk. I think they're very cute, and provide nice cushion and support, but for me personally I feel this shoe is pretty pricey to be experiencing any discomfort or have any dislikes.

Not enough stability for my ankle so, they hurt after 5 minutes of walking. Have overpronation, one ankle gives out , unless it has good support, need better support for my issue. Shoe that was perfect but, they no longer make, is sketchers total advantage

I tried them on in a store and they felt great but I didn't love the color. Looked online and they had the color I wanted, however they did not fit like they did in the store. I think the inner support was digging into my right foot. I unfortunately returned them.

I have yet to find a comparable shoe to a pair I purchased a couple years ago. Shortly after my purchase of those shoes were no longer available and discontinued. Women's Gaviota 2. The Gaviota 3 seems much narrower in the toe box. I have never purchased a wide shoe.

So far so good