Customer Reviews Hoka Gaviota 5

Years ago, the first model Gaviota saved me while recovering from a heel fracture. It was perfect, and I bought several since they worked so well for me. They were magical- I’d put them on and the pain would just disappear. Unfortunately, as time has passed each new model has gotten further from the relief of the original. I’ve tried other models, (eg Bondi), but the thick cushioning without the stability of the Gaviota is a proprioceptive disaster for me. The Arahi has the stability, but insufficient cushioning, and I’d rather die than give Brooks one more cent of my money considering how rapidly their sneakers disintegrate. So it’s the Gaviota or bust. I have narrow feet, and although a bit wider than the 4, these 5’s are still not wide enough to get decent toe mobility. I also find them pinchy at the instep, and have somehow developed a bruise on the top of my left foot. I’m still holding onto hope that we get through this teenage phase and back to the bliss of yesteryears Gaviota. I want the magic back.

Size was ok. Just seemed a bit wide in tie box.

Nice but toes are too wide for me - nt a good look, especoa;lly for someone with narrow feet

The shoes are too big. I would like to exchange them for a womens size 9 2E

I purchased a blue pair regular width and they felt a little tight, so I ordered the black in a wide and they are very wide! Too wide! Therefore the arch support is very minimal!

I ordered these for work, because I work as a hair stylist. They are comfortable from the get go. I don’t like how they look because of how wide they are, but I need them and everyone said they were cute.