Customer Reviews Hoka Bondi 7

As a bit of a Goldilocks when it comes to footwear, I have found the (nearly) perfect running/walking shoe for me in the Bondi 7. Due to a few past injuries & surgeries, my supination, and an uninvited guest, plantar fasciitis, that just won't leave, I now do brisk walks interspersed with running intervals (15-30 miles/week). After unsuccessfully trying other styles and several different brands, I say with conviction that Hoka's Bondi 7 is the only pair of kicks that truly gives me the cushioning and arch support that I need. Additionally, I'm VERY thankful that the Bondi 7 works for supination instead of over-pronation. (There seem to be far more shoes designed to address the latter. I'm not sure how an over-pronator would feel in the 7s.) FYI/in case someone has a similar issue, please note that although I do not have truly wide feet and actually have a medium-to-narrow heel, I bought another pair of the Bondi 7s in "wide" to accommodate a bunion/bone spur on the ball of my right foot, and I prefer the feel of the wider width--although I can wear either the medium or the wide comfortably. Regarding the appearance of Hoka's shoes, I don't think that they're too goofy--besides, who really cares if wearing them avoids insufferable pain? (As an aside, I do have a pair of the lower-profile Hoka One One Akasas, which I sometimes wear for quick jaunts to the Farmer's Market, grocery store, etc., but which do not provide as much traction or cushion.). Good luck to all of you shoe-hunters-and-gathers who seek a pair of sneaks that will embrace your feet--or at least will not exacerbate any pre-existing pain!

The fit and size worked well for me. I had reconstructive surgery on my right foot and was worried about my foot not fitting due to swelling. I was able to wear these. These were recommended by my orthopedic surgeon and they haven’t disappointed me. I am able to wear these instead of my medical boot. They give great support for my weak ankle and they are cushioned enough to help my heel feel comfortable. Love this shoe! Highly recommend. Especially to those learning to walk again.

These are nothing like the Bondi 6. They feel flat and stiff. My feet hurt so badly I switched to wearing my Cliftons. I will try to add inserts to make them work but I am not happy with these. They look nice, but feel more like Brooks - very stiff.

Hoka One One has COMPLETELY eliminated my heel spur and my plantar fasciitis. This has been my "go to shoe" for many many years. I have tried other Hoka's but nothing feels as good as my One One's. They have terrific arch support (I also have a fallen arch, geez) and is just a sharp looking ladies shoe. I have friends that laugh at my One One's because of the large heel, you know what??? I don't give a flyn' flip! These are the world's greatest shoe and my loser friends can laugh all the want. My feet feel terrific!

Sigh. I have been a loyal Hoka Bondi customer for 4+ years. I was just about to hang up my running “career” due to knee pain when Hoka’s entered my life. They were life changing. For my knees anyway! I have purchased new shoes every year and have always been happy with the new version. Until the Bondi 7. There is something about the fit that seems off. They seem wider. Maybe just the toe box? And I also feel that my feet tend to pronate more with the Bondi 7. I’ve had my shoes for a few weeks. I have to say they are OK, but I may be looking for a different brand sooner than later.

Definitely a lot of marshmallow type support on the bottom. Great arch support. Great for people with bunions, plantar fasciitis, hammer toes, torn plantar plates and Achilles tendonitis (I am a nurse and have all of these). I have been wearing the Clintons for 3 years now, after I tore my plantar plate. The Clintons are great-I actually like them better than the Bondis. But, to be honest, Hoka has so few colours in the wide sizes, I decided to go with this shoe because I liked the colour. I've only worn them around the house so we'll see how a full 12 hour shift goes!

I just bought these shoes from Fleet Feet and they feel AMAZING! I will say that you have to make sure you also buy the correct insoles. Fleet Feet did a 3D scan of my feet & had me walk across some sort of sensor to measure my pressure points which helped them determine which shoes and insoles would best suit me. I currently work for Amazon... been there since March of this year and I’ve gone through about 6, very expensive, pairs of shoes. After having to take a brief leave of absence because the pain in my legs and feet had gotten so bad, I went back to work and on my SECOND day back, I was ready to tap out again... until one of the safety workers recommended I go check out Fleet Feet. I WENT THE NEXT DAY!!! On a pain scale of 1-10.. 137 being where I started (lol), I’m now at a tolerable 3.. That’s probably because I’m still breaking them in.. These are not pretty (sorry lol) but they feel SO GOOD on my feet! I’m definitely ordering another pair as soon as they’re back in stock in the color I want. One last thing, I think I saw someone mention that there’s no ankle support.. I bought an ankle support brace and it helps tremendously! Seriously, one last thing... I had my feet measured and my left foot is a 10.1 & my right is a 10.5.. the lady at the store told me to get an 11.. It doesn’t look bad because I’m 6 feet tall but it does feel a little weird.. like I’m walking around in clown shoes.. but for real these shoes are great! Sorry about the Fleet Feet advertisement Zappos.. but I work for Amazon.. They’re the ones who sent me there! Lol

I am usually a 7.5 but I got measured at the store, it was suggested that I get an 8. They fit PERFECTLY!!! I have plantar fasciitis & have been suffering for longer than I would like to admit. These Hoka's are HELPING!!! I will be buying these shoes again when it is time! Maybe in PURPLE if that color is available.