Customer Reviews Hoka Gaviota 5

I walk 7 days a week and have now severe Osteoarthritis and my Podiatrist recommended this shoe. I tried one on in the store and it was great but I wanted it in black so I ordered it and it seemed a lot harder and was not comfortable. I took back to store to compare. I did order a pair of orthotics and now the shoe is very comfortable.

I have Achilles Tendinitis and could not find a comfortable shoe that would allow it to heel. The Gaviota 5 has saved me.

Are use the shoes for walking every day. They are very comfortable and give me great stability.

I love these sneakers. They are so comfortable and offer so much support.

Great look, even better quality construction and outstanding comfort! This was a gift, and is now an everyday choice because of the comfort and support !!!

very comfort

I like the thick sole that absorbs the shocks to the knees when walking. Hoka shoes fit beautifully. The shoe is light in weight and stylish.

These are my 3rd pair of Hokas. I love my Bondi 8s but wanted another shoe for [almost daily] walking. I have a pair of Cliftons that just aren't as comfortable. I read the reviews for these and they were spot on! Wide toe box, no need to break in, and SUPER comfy! Out of the box, walked 3+ miles and no pain in toes/feet/knees! Love these!

I have to wear wide and they are so comfortable, I am a healthcare worker and I stand and walk all day so I needed something dependable and long lasting! Love my hokas

I use for the gym. I loved my Bondi 6, but not the 7 or the 8. I wanted to try another one so picked these. They were great right out of the box!

I have struggled with Plantar Fasciitis for years and years. I first found Hoka about 4 years ago. My Plantar Fasciitis was mostly healed but I had to be very careful of what shoes I wore and didn't find anything I could wear all day without pain. I was not working out regularly. Much of my time was spent walking at kids sports and walking our dog. For my first Hoka try I bought the Cliftons. They were way better than what I previously wore but my feet still hurt and I could not wear them for more than a couple hours a day without pain the next day. About 2 years later, when it was time to get a new pair I chose the Bondi's. The Bondi's were even better but I still had the issue of not being able to wear them for longer periods. After about a year of use including the gym 5 times a week and running 1-2 miles each time, my feet started to hurt along the outsides and I again needed to refresh. This time I bought the new Gaviota. I know I pronate a bit and based on the reviews and a call to customer service (I find the shoe finder confusing for those of us that don't know "runner" talk) and I decided to try the Gaviota. I won't lie, it's a little ugly because it's so wide on the outside but it is light and for the first time I can wear it all day long without pain! I am a size 9 in almost all shoes and the 9 fit just right. Wish it didn't take such an ugly wide looking shoe to work ;)

Recovering from a torn meniscus and needed some shoes that are not just for looks and actually take care of my body. I love the idea of the H-frame and widened base protecting me on all sides. I say "protecting" bc I am clumsy and these will keep me from rolling my ankle. These are very cushiony and with a wide, they fit my foot like a glove. As a max-cushioned shoe with a low heel drop, my foot has to work harder than in my high heel-drop nike huaraches (i know, not really a legit comparison). That's okay, though, because I realize I have walked a long time without really bending my feet. I really appreciate the various bright colorways in wide. Honestly, this is what first pulled me over to Hoka. I was looking at Brooks and i just couldn't get down with their wide colorways. Though now i kind of regret getting the airy blue bc we are just starting fall and I'm wondering how I can dress these!

Changed from Bondi to Gaviota for the increased stability when walking with bad knees. They feel just as plush and I am very happy with the fit and the great color.

I do a lot of walking at work and for exercise.

comfortable fit

My favorite shoes for walking. So comfortable.my feet love them!

wife loved them and is wearing them everywhere

I walk 4-6 miles a day. Have been using Bondy's, which I really like, but I've developed a bunion on one foot and it rubs after walking very much. These Gaviota's I can walk 6 miles and still wear them the rest of the day and my feet feel great! Just ordered my second pair of them!

To walk but I have a question how long takes for your feet to adjust because my feet get painful.

Very comfortable. Enough cushion to protect my knees. Love the color!

These sneakers have not only helped my feet walking on concrete all day, my knee feel wonderful.

I now own 3 pairs, white, blue, black!

Only have positive feelings about these sneakers. The comfort level is superior!

Great support, so comfortable

Would have like a little more cushioning. But, otherwise, the shoe is great!